Monologues basics. I: Structure

Yesterday conversation revealed (again) how important are the basics. There are many basics, so I'll start with the basic between basics: the structure.

It amazes me how often people forget about the structure when they start preparing monologues. It is no doubt surprising, since it is something that can be observed in most of the writings and speeches we read and hear all the day. I talk about the very basic structure of all times: presentation, body and conclusion. How is this applied to monologues? Many ways. Here an example with potatoes:

· Presentation: Say what you are going to say. (I love potatoes. They are the best food in the world.)

· Body: Say what you have to say. (Potatoes are cheap, can be cooked in many ways, good with almost anything, can be found anywhere, and, over all, they are delicious.)

· Conclusion: Say what you have said. (Potatoes are definitely the best meal ever. I think I couldn't live without potatoes.)

Easy, right? There are many ways to design the diferent parts (we'll reach that eventually), but the important part here is to not forget this basic: presentation, body and conclusion. Also, do not forget to make clear when you have finished talking, since it creates a bad impression of the speech, however good this has been.

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Summary

Do not forget the structure: presentation, body and conclusion. Make clear when you have finished.

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Any correction and/or suggestion appreciated.