Baseball Quote by J. Berg Esenwein
““The baseball pitcher, the bowler in cricket, the tennis server, all know the value of change of pace—change of tempo—in delivering their ball, and so must the public speaker observe its power.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Speaking Advice, J. Berg Esenwein, 20th century
Varying tempo in speech, like in sports, keeps the audience engaged and emphasizes key points.
In simple terms: Changing speech pace holds attention.
Key Takeaway
Use pace changes to highlight ideas.
Themes
communication
engagement
performance
Mood
energetic
focused
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- presentations
- lectures
- debates
- broadcasts
Key Concepts
rhetoric
tempo
audience dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you decide when to speed up or slow down?
- What cues tell you the audience needs a tempo shift?
A Different Perspective
Pace alone cannot compensate for weak content.
