Com Pro - Message Flashcards
What is the ‘Main Message’ in public speaking?
The central idea or key takeaway that the speaker wants the audience to remember.
Why is the main message important in public speaking?
It anchors the speech, strengthens persuasion, and ensures audience retention.
What is the objective of mastering the main message?
To craft clear, concise, and impactful messages that guide audience understanding.
What 4 qualities makes a strong main message?
Clarity, conciseness, relevance, and memorability.
Why should a main message be clear?
So the audience understands it instantly.
What is an example of a concise main message?
‘Just Do It’ by Nike.
Why is relevance important in crafting a message?
It ensures the message resonates with the specific audience.
How can a message be made memorable?
By using simple language, emotion, or storytelling.
What is the key takeaway from TED Talks’ core message?
‘Ideas worth spreading.’
Why do social media campaigns use short, urgent messages?
To grab attention quickly and promote action.
What is the purpose of the ‘5-Word Challenge’ activity?
To teach students how to distill a topic into a concise main message.
What is an example of a 5-word message for climate change?
‘Small actions create big change.’
What is the goal of the ‘What’s the Message?’ activity?
To help students identify and evaluate core messages in ads and talks.
Why is the ‘Pitch It!’ activity effective?
It trains students to quickly communicate a clear and impactful message.
How should the main message be applied in job interviews?
It should reflect your personal brand and highlight your strengths.
What is an example of a personal brand message?
‘I’m a creative problem-solver who thrives under pressure.’
What is the key message focus in business presentations?
A strategy for designing business presentation : Highlighting the main insight or solution without overwhelming with data.
Why should product pitches lead with value?
Because audiences care about how the product benefits them.
Example of an effective main message in motivational speeches?
‘Your failures are your greatest teachers.’
What role does emotion play in messaging?
It makes the message more engaging, memorable, and persuasive.
What should students focus on in the 1-minute video pitch homework?
A clear, concise message with supporting examples and engaging delivery.
Example of a reflection question for evaluating a message?
‘Would the audience remember it a week later?’
What is the ‘one-liner’ rule for main messages?
If your audience forgets everything else, this is what should stick.
Why is simplicity important in crafting messages?
Because complex messages are harder to remember and repeat.
What is the final thought from the lecture?
‘Say less. Mean more. Make it stick.’
