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2. Speeches about Processes

A process is a systematic series of
actions that leads to a specific result or
product. Speeches about processes explain
how something is made, how something is
done, or how something works. Here are
some examples of good specific purpose
statements:
 To inform the audience how
hurricanes develop
 To inform the audience how to write
an effective job resume
 To inform the audience how to choose
a study-abroad program
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There are two kinds of informative speeches about processes.
a. One kind explains a process so that listeners will understand it better. The goal
is to have the audience know the steps of the process and how they relate to one
another.
b. A second kind of speech explains a process so listeners will be better able to
perform the process themselves. The goal in this kind of speech is to have the
audience learn a skill.

Both kinds of speeches about processes may require visual aids. At least the
speaker should prepare a chart outlining the steps or techniques of the process. In some
cases, the speaker will need to demonstrate the steps or techniques by performing them
in front of the audience.

When informing about a process, we will usually arrange our speech in
chronological order, explaining the process step by step from beginning to end.
Sometimes, a speaker will also need to organize his or her speech in a topical order if the
steps focus on the performing of the process. Concise organization is especially
important in speeches about processes. The speakers must make sure each step is clear
and easy to follow.

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