Home

Faqs

Article Links

Free Speaking Articles

Links

Contact Us

Subscribe to our professional speaking Ezine Great Speaking
click here

Public speaking can make you money.
Public Speaking:
Parody *

Parody is a humorous imitation of a person, event, song or serious piece of writing. I have a great time when I use this technique in a presentation and so do the audience members. 

The way I use it is to change the words of a recognizable song. I get the audience members to sing along with me by putting the words in their handouts or giving out a song sheet. (The latter method keeps the whole segment hidden so I can surprise them.) I get the words to customize the song from my pre-program research. 

Simply take any recognizable tune, change the words, and sing it yourself or get the audience to sing along.  You can implement parody in your public speaking by using  a similar word changing technique on radio or television commercial "jingles".

*Parody is generally protected from copyright infringement, but get competent legal advice before using this technique.

Ultimate Guide to Pro

Like this site?
Bookmark Now!
(Control-D)

Tell a Friend!
Email This Article

Bookmark and Share

View Tom Antion's profile on LinkedIn