In Chapter 10 I found the section regarding the structure of a speech to be the most informational and helpful. I tend to find myself getting off track a topic or losing direction because I don't organize my thoughts well. When speaking to an audience if you are not organized then they will not be able to follow your speech. It is extremely important to structure a good introduction and conclusion since that is when the audience pays the most attention. But the body of a speech is critical in presenting major ideas and providing support. Your entire argument depends on the success of the body. If the audience can follow your development of ideas and your reasoning, then your goal is met. Possibly your audience will agree and support your ideas, if you present good information and arguments.
I found the advice regarding preview, transitions, and internal summaries, was the most useful in staying organized. Being able to preview what you plan to speak about provides a structure for your audience to follow. Good transitions keeps the information flowing on to the next idea, and allows your audience to follow your train of thought. Then internal summaries allow reviewing what you have already spoken about, making the information fresh in your mind and your audience's minds as well. Also having an outline is very good, but being knowledgeable on the topic you are speaking will make the biggest difference in successful communication.
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