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Module 09: Candidate Forums & Interviews
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Topics Covered
Public speaking 101
Speech writing
Preparing for interviews and debates
Research and know your positions
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Please fill out our WON Participant Survey -
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WON Webpage & Upcoming Modules –
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WON Training Materials Folder:
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Candidate Forums and Interviews
Links:
10 Tips for Improving Your Public Speaking Skills -
https://professional.dce.harvard.edu/blog/10-tips-for-improving-your-public-speaking-skills/
Public Speaking for Politicians: Tips for Improving Public Speaking Skills for Leaders -
https://politicalmarketer.com/public-speaking-for-politicians/
6 tips for writing a powerful political campaign speech -
https://write.co.nz/6-tips-for-writing-a-powerful-political-campaign-speech/
Stay On Message - Speech Tips -
http://www.campaigninabox.us/resources/campaign-speeches
Speechwriting 101 (in three easy steps) -
https://www.zumwaldandcompany.com/2018/11/15/speechwriting-101-in-three-easy-steps/
The Most Effective Way To Write An Impactful Political Speech -
https://callhub.io/how-to-write-a-political-speech/
Becoming a Powerful Communicator Techniques and Tips for Effective Interviews and Speeches -
https://www.ndi.org/sites/default/files/Module%207_Becoming%20a%20Powerful%20Communicator_EN.pdf
How to Prepare Your Candidate for a Political Forum -
https://traindemocrats.org/course/how-to-prepare-your-candidate-for-a-political-forum/
Five Tips to Prepare for a Candidate Debate -
https://medium.com/national-democratic-training-committee/five-tips-to-prepare-for-a-candidate-debate-ff146845a044
What to Expect at a League of Women Voters Candidate Forum -
https://my.lwv.org/sites/default/files/how_to_prepare_for_a_forum-general.pdf
LWV FORUM PLANNING INFORMATION -
https://lwvwa.org/Candidate-Forum-Support/
How to do a killer political interview -
https://www.ecanvasser.com/blog/political-interviews
Why Candidates Need Media Training -
https://campaignsandelections.com/industry-news/why-candidates-need-media-training/
4 Ways Research Can Ready a Candidate -
https://campaignsandelections.com/industry-news/4-ways-research-can-ready-a-candidate/
How to Plan for a Media Interview -
https://mediafriendly.org/media-interview-planning-questions-guide/
How to do a TV Interview in a Political Campaign -
https://jaytownsend.com/campaign-and-communication-tips/tv-interview-in-a-political-campaign-i/
Use These 7 Exercises to Become a Public Speaking Pro -
https://www.inc.com/larry-alton/7-public-speaking-exercises-to-perfect-your-pitch.html
10 Public Speaking Games and Activities to Try -
https://ethos3.com/10-public-speaking-games-activities-try/
Don't Think of an Elephant! Know Your Values and Frame the Debate by George Lakoff -
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13455.Don_t_Think_of_an_Elephant_Know_Your_Values_and_Frame_the_Debate
What to know about diaphragmatic breathing -
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/diaphragmatic-breathing#benefits
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June 28, 2022
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