Speech v/s Writing?
Which mode of expression are you more comfortable with?
As far as I am concerned, I don’t like speaking in public. I can say that speaking/conversing is something that does not come so naturally to me and I tend to be more of a listener and an observer than a talker. Instead, I think I can do a better job with a pen and a paper in hand and definitely prefer the written medium over the verbal one. Here, I can always pause for any amount of time till I have gathered the right words for articulating my views and thoughts and expressing myself in the appropriate manner.
I am sure; everyone here has a preference too. What about you? Are you a better orator or a writer or do you excel in both the forms? Do share your opinions here! 
I believe the art of public speaking needs a skill depending on the occasion, i have been giving speeches at product launches, review meetings, on corporate level and in social gatherings mostly in Alumni meets, Society etc. But it is far easier to pen blogs and converse rather thann speech making. It requires special skill to hold attention of the audience. I feel one should attempt to express opinion, particularly if there is a channel debate or TV interviews. Nowerdays lot happens, one can master the skill on extempore basis too I liked public speech in christian wedding wherein relatives sing praise of the bride and the groom, it is really class act.
Yes Umeshji, I agree. It is definitely a skill that i admire too. Some people are blessed with it, some learn with time and some find it too difficult to inculcate that in their nature. Expression of opinion, as you say, certainly helps in that way.
Oh, I stammer too much in front of an audience 
stage fright. Talking to people in a small group, I can manage 
However, I prefer the pen and paper/keyboard, coz like you say, can think of what to say, or say it spontaneously. Cant type in a stammer, so thats a big advantage 
Same here Yeah but even in the case of small groups, for me it takes time to open up except in some rare cases.. depending on how friendly and open the other person is and how warm i feel in his/her company I somehow feel, I can always express myself a lot better while writing
Started off in Indi pretty early in the New Year, eh? Did not party whole night?
@ Ranjith - I am a simple guy. No cool party animal.
Its not only about the crowds DS, that I am talking about...
I agree most of us do have stage fright and all, but here i am more stressing on the fact that.. in which medium are you more comfortable in expressing yourself and your points clearly? - written as in blogging or oral as in discussions/conversations?
I beleive speech is just a blog post with more mediums of expression such as eye contact, voice tone fluctuation, body movement etc. I used to be part of this group called Toastmasters club. There you are taken through 10 speeches where you cover one aspect in every speech and your peers give you feedback. You also have a mentor to practice and improve the speech with. Overall I found it a very interesting exercise. If you find an opportunity to join a toastmasters club, you must. It is possibly as much fun as blog.
Yes, i agree. It is definitely an extension with some more features added as you have pointed out but there are some that are subtracted too.
Yes, each medium has it's beauty. You need to know how to use which, when and where.. effectively and wisely. You have rounded it all beautifully, Faridaji.
I prefer writing over speech and the simple reason is that I feel more comfortable holding the pen rather than looking into the eyes of the crowd who have huge expectations from every one moving onto the stage. I can pause and think of new ideas and edit what I have already written to make it more interesting (though I hardly do it) And finally, I can correct my typographical errors while writing/typing (whjich I opverlook moist of tghe tyime )which isn't possible with pronounciation and other things while talking in front of the crowd.
Same here Ranjith, but its not only a crowd, it could be a single person as well, anyone for that matter.
And yeah, thats quite a plus you pointed out.. typos Sometimes, those silly little mistakes can really embarrass you when speaking with someone and can never be edited how much ever you wish to. Words once spoken can never be taken back while in written medium you always have the 'Edit' button!
Arti, i hope you will participate in Meetha dinner contest, may be first step to hear your own voice over telephone, call 1800 419 0707 toll free number and just state your reason for having a family dinner together :)
Love both jab tak ki koi mujhe movies ke baare me nahi poochta....:)! Waise I am honest to confess I have least knowledge in movies, cricket!
Still myself doesn't involve much in talking, until and unless anybody or people want to hear me!
I am sure, there are hardly any who will not want to hear you out, given your waarm personna and friendliness! True Champ!!
Ever since a little girl I have been giving Speeches on stage
. But even now I haven't lost the fright I get as soon as I go up on a stage and have to speak in front of so many people. Last Time, I had to do a seminar in front of my princi.. I thought I would faint. But all this is professional. When it comes to personal, I'm an Introvert. I can't speak up what I feel. I tend to shy away and prefer to left alone as I don't talk much.
But when I'm writing its different for me. I can express anything and everything. Its really easier and I don't have to fear anyone. Another thing is that, when I'm writing, I can think about what I write carefully and try to express it in different ways possible. Its not possible while I'm talking.
So, I prefer writing than talking. Pen is mightier than the sword
. Oh! How I love that proverb
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^ Ditto! You took letters from my keyboard And all the smileys too
Just that I am not even half as good in expresing myself in writing as you are!
@DeediHahahaha
.Aaahaa! I don't believe that now.I've seen the post you have written for that 26 hours a day topic.You are really great at it . You just dont know
@DS
lol! Yeessh!! Not a politician
.I'm just used to it. Teachers pull me out cause I talk too much
Oh I don't know, Poooja you'd make a fine organizer of political rallies na?
lol!
You'll never stop, will ya?
BTW. No I wont. Real bad at speaking out loud
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But, I'm sure you'll make a good one. Right????
Hahaha!! I'll organize and you give speech.
Ladies and Gentlemen, I now present you Mr.Vinay
36 smileys overall !!! What is the Guniess book record for greatest number of smileys in a conversation?
Just 36?.
No way. I have made a guiness record of posting a 100 smileys SOLELY in a 15 minute conversation. Don't Underestimate me SMILEY Abilities
Trust Pooja to make it colorful (more of yellows though ) wherever she goes!
@DSThanks. Hope I can
@KirtiAhan????. Only if there were other color smileys.
quite comfortable with speeches, extempores, exhibitions, debates and stuff becuase have been participating sice i was in primary school, but when it comes to making "small talk" with ppl, i am at a loss of words :P
i become inadvertently shy during such moments, and being a "chatterbox" as ppl know me to be, doesnt help :P :P
and writing? just one thing- it is everything i am...
Hhahaha!! Gosh! Even though I have done speeches still now I'm not comfortable with it.Gotta Agree with you on small talk. Same Pinch.
I love the last point. Shows your dedication towards writing.(not as if it wasn't there before)
Correct yourself - when it comes to making 'small talk' with strangers, you are shy :P Because otherwise, you know, we talk a bit too much.
And you are awesome with the bhaashans. :D And writing...you are wonderful at that, I don't even need to say that. I mean I read the A-K story so I know. :D
well yeah... Lol :P a bit toooooooooooooooooooo much :P :P
and look who is saying. Debating matters wala bhool gayi kya??? now WHO is awesome with the bhashans?? :)
and writing... you are wonderful too you know. I am trying not to get pissed about the fact that you never gave me to read that short story you had started...
(please ab "Tu kya bol rahi hai haan... TU??" mat shuru kar... please :P :P :D :P)
and the A-K story... still cant get over the names and characters yaar... :P
Stage fright is a natural tendancy. Even the father of Hard Rock music, Ozzbourne says he goes through it before every show after doing 1000s of shows 
. And a common saying goes that the "man giving a eulogy would rather be in the coffin!" That's why the term 'Die of Stage Fright!'
I am more comfortable speaking; partly because I lack the flair most of you have when it comes to writing and partly because it's easier to keep the audience involved when speaking. I've got a lot of ideas, examples, anecdotes and points bursting in my head, which become hard to pen while writing without boring the reader. A speech, on the other hand, gives you the chance to connect with your audience through examples which they can relate to.
Cheers.
I guess, its more of a personal preference. But you can always give examples and anecdotes in your writitngs as well. But yeah, writing is more expansive and you can connect faster if you have the relevant skillset.
And your confidence in speaking is well reflected in your posts too Vishal, as an audience of your blog I can vouch for that. Cheers!
I have come a long way in both forms of communciation. I was booed out from the stage when I first tried my hand at public speaking at school. I vowed I will win the same competition before leaving school and did it. Filmy, right? ;) From then on there has been no looking back and I am comfortable in addressing any size of gathering, have taken even workshops in public speaking :D (cue: inspirational oscar winning music :D)
And I used to think I was good with writing till I entered college and saw how well others could express themselves. I, infact, started to blog and pen down my thoughts while I started my career after engineering. Sole purpose was to improve my writing skills. Been over 5 years and I know that there are miles to go before I sleep. :)
Nice to know your story, Shankar. Its inspiring in many ways, actuallly.. And 5 yrs of blogging is just wow! Thanks for sharing :)
In my many attempts at public speaking, I realized it was always the public who did most of the talking...
And then when I got into writing, none of the public seem to care...
Maybe I should try sky diving next....
LOL Raj! Maybe you're looking to reach out to the wrong set of people!
LoL. Good one. I am experiencing the same reaction for the writing part :D
I am good with speeches only if I know the topic beforehand :P Or atleast 10 minutes beforehand. Otherwise I can get jittery (read - I panic like a darn ferret). But usually, I am okay with speeches and speaking in front of a public. Been the state runners-up in Debating Matters India :D Although I did freak out before the debate. Still, it was a high.
Aah well...I do chatter a lot...so... :P
But yes, I am much better off writing. It is like completing a breath for me.
Now this topic is intensifying my itch to search some useful ebook from torrent sites about how to master speech in public
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