Speaking Off The Cuff: Think Fast & Talk Smart™

“David is a practical hands-on facilitator who will teach you the skill of impromptu speaking. You will learn how to overcome any fear of impromptu speaking

Manager  x  Ministry of Home Affairs

“Zoom is a perfect platform for this course. Facilitator is engaging. We all had the opportunity to apply what they have learned in dealing with impromptu questions

Senior Research Analyst x  Central Provident Fund Board

Excellent & Effective! I learned to speak off the cuff!

Assistant Head  x  Ministry of Finance

David was engaging, guiding, and non-intimidating. A very engaging session  

Manager  Workforce Singapore


17 November, 2025


JEN Singapore

9AM – 5PM

S$ 995 NETT

Why Is This An Essential Skill in Your Public Service Role?

It is not uncommon at work and socially where you may be called upon to address a group, respond to your prepared presentation, offer your views at a moment’s notice during formal meetings, or especially during informal conversations. 

 

How It’s Different & Why It Works.

You will learn simple yet powerful & permanent techniques for collecting your thoughts quickly, speaking convincingly in any of these situations to win the respect & approval of everyone in the room.

In 1 Day, You Will;

Neutralize the fear of speaking before a group

Exude confidence (even if you’re nervous!)

Use your voice and body language for maximum impact

Understand and connect with your audience

Craft a clear and convincing message

Learn powerful templates to organize your thoughts on the spot

Speak calmly and confidently in any situation

Handle challenging questions and tough questioners

 

1 Day Workshop Outline

Session 1

  • Calm, Cool, and Collected
  •   Overcoming jitters
  •   Confidence – inside and out
  •   The look and sound of confidence and control

Session 2

  • Instant Messaging
  •   Create the right impression
  •   Connect with your audience
  •   Set your objective
  •   The essence of your message
  •   Selling the benefits

Session 3

  • Develop Your Message
  •   The Three S’s: Scan, Select, Structure
  •   Eight impromptu speaking templates
  •      Three points
  •      List or sequence
  •      Past Present Future
  •      Pros and Cons
  •      Problem Options Solution
  •      PREP technique
  •      Analogy
  •      Story

Top tips for an impromptu talk

Session 4

  • Mastering the Q&A
  •   Fielding challenging questions
  •   Handling tough questioners
  •   Expecting the unexpected

How It Will Work.

This workshop features a variety of impromptu speaking exercises to help you speak on the spot in a host of different business and social settings. You will utilize tools including;

  1. Presentation/discussion
  2. Demonstrations
  3. Impromptu talks and reviews
  4. Improvisation exercises
  5. Videos

Your Engagement Facilitator

David Goldwich

David Goldwich

David is engaging and award-winning speaker with 26 years of experience. He has delivered presentations to large and small audiences and taught at the tertiary level in both the United States and in Singapore. As a trainer, David applies the “80/20 Rule” by identifying only the most critical tools necessary for the greatest improvement and presenting them in a form that is easy to learn and simple to use.

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Speaking Off The Cuff: Think Fast & Talk Smart™- For Public Officers



17 November, 2025


JEN Singapore

9AM – 5PM

S$ 995 NETT


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