Affect on future

Prior to taking this class, I really never gave any thought into all the precise details about my speech.  Things such as considering the time and audience, making sure to give a preview of the main points as well as a review, the fact that there are different types of speeches, utilizing presentation media with a purpose, ethical responsibilities, different types of reasoning, etc. These fine details are probably what will most influence my speech giving in the future.  I would typically just jot down ideas that I had whenever I previously gave a speech and then just talk about them randomly.  By creating an outline with an introduction, main points, and conclusion, even if it is only a mental version of it, creates a flow of speech that I haven't had before.  Having a purpose and ensuring that all aspects of the speech revolve around that particular purpose and its success is what I will endeavor to do in future public speaking engagements that I have.