Speaking Tips Look at the audience.
Communication is supposed to be a two-way process.
At a minimum, you should make eye contact with different members of the audience to see if they are following you. A good way to capture the audience's attention is to ask a question. Wait a long time. It typically takes thirty seconds for the auditors to formulate their thoughts, to recognize that you really want an answer, and to muster the courage to speak. Speak slowly and loudly.