Whether speaking to one or many, the best advice for how to speak well is to speak with words that are most comfortable in your vocabulary and to follow these helpful hints.

• Ask listeners if they are following what you are trying to explain.
• Allow time for the receiver to comment or ask questions.
• Be clear about what you say, and make eye contact with the receiver.
• Vary your tone and pace.
• Don’t be too vague or complicate your speech by giving too much detail.
• Don’t ignore signs of confusion.
• Smile, be patient and speak clearly.