Impromptu Speaking: 10 Strategies to Think on Your Feet Without Tripping Over Your Tongue

#1 Anticipate Impromptu Speaking Situations

#2 Know 3 Things: Your Audience, Yourself & Your Stuff

#3 Be Present: Pay Attention & Listen Actively

#4 Buy Time When Called on Unexpectedly

#5 Use Impromptu Speaking Frameworks

#6 Tell a Relevant Story

#7 Agree & Build on What Others Say

#8 Handle Criticism or Conflict In-the-Moment

#9 Interrupt When Necessary