When faced with a task like public speaking, many people would rather be dropped from an aeroplane than face the prospect of delivering a short speech about any subject.

Quite often, when you are asked to talk about a subject you know or feel passionate about, you would have no trouble at all.

So why, when we are asked to deliver a few words on a given subject, our legs turn to jelly and our nerves turn to blancmange. It’s definately not a trifling matter, so let me guide you through the steps to structure, write, and deliver a great speech to your audience.