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The goal of the persuasive speech is to influence the attitudes, beliefs, values, and acts of others. As a persuasive speaker, you can attempt to modify the audience member's attitudes and values or aim for an explicit response (action). To motivate the audience, strive to do the following:

Demonstrate how the proposed change will benefit the audience

Set modest goals

Target issues that audience members feel strongly about

Demonstrate how the attitude or behavior will satisfy listeners

Establish your credibility

In this speech, you should have a claim (proposition), data (evidence), and persuasive appeals.

Sample topics

Why you should donate blood

High heels are better than flats

Community college vs. four-year university

Eliminate social media use