to influence audiences directly
Background: Bill Gove encouraged speakers to use this model when persuading an audience to consider a point of view. For reasons unknown, he "adopted" me and urged me to become a speaker who encouraged audiences toward better thinking and feeling. It was a turning point in my career. Thanks, Bill. |
The Vignette Model: Opening (a premise): A statement of opinion or belief; e.g., "I am convinced a speaker's primary role is encouraging an audience to do their own thinking and feeling."
Middle (Problem & Resolution): The challenge such a view brings and the resolution thereof; e.g., "I know there are some who disagree with this, those who think that what they have to say is more important than what their audiences think or feel... I would be, too... if I thought my views were universal, but they're not... not yet anyway. Until then I will offer my opinions for consideration, not unquestioned acceptance."
Closing (PayOff ): The personal benefit achieved; e.g., "For me, this yields two benefits. First, I am not setting myself up as the sole authority and second, I realize others may not be either. Not a bad situation to be in... when you think about it."
Summary: By stating an opinion then examining its positives and negatives before concluding with the reason(s) why it is held the audience is encouraged to consider its validity. |
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