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Effective Speaking OPI

CV E. Wentworth.

Objective

Develop communication skills and prepare for the regional competition.

Desciption

The biggest advantage of being effective at speaking in public is that it will increase your confidence in your abilities in other forms of communication. So being successful at something like public speaking can give you the confidence you need to succeed in other situations such as:

Networking and meeting new people;

Job Interviewing, especially in situations where there are more tan one interviewer;

Interpersonal skills - winning people over to your way of thinking; and

Dealing with bullies or difficult people.

The Air Cadet League hosts an annual effective speaking contest. Cadets will compete locally on predetermined topic and the selected cadet will represent the squadron at the regional competition. They may be selected to represent the Northwest Wing at the Provincial Competition in Red Deer and may be even be sent to the Nationals!

Effective Speaking Competition 2016 - 2017

Topics

1. The 150^th Anniversary of Canada’s Confederation

2. Why the Air Cadet Program is important to Canada

3. Canada’s changing role as a peace-keeper

4. Drones – progress or threat?

5. Environmental stewardship of Canada’s waters.

6. Women in Aero-space

7. How do you balance your Cadet career with the rest of your life?

8. How did Vimy Ridge contribute to Canada’s recognition as a nation?

More information about the competitions and competition rules and topics can be found on the Air Cadet League of Canada Website

Effective Speaking Handbook