The Personal Skills Leadership Workshop was held in Nairobi on Saturday 20 February 2016. The theme was Public Speaking.
Scholars assembled for the first Leadership Workshop of the year. The theme was Public Speaking.
Starting with tips on how to speak with impact and clarity, the Scholars gradually built their confidence and skills throughout the day. They learned how to give impromptu speeches, how to structure a speech, and most importantly, how to give encouraging feedback.
This was followed by by a session on Persuasive Argument. Scholars were divided into groups and had to debate key issues – as proposers and opposers. This produced some lively interactions, with Scholars having to decide whether to present their prepared arguments, or rebut what they had just heard from the other side.
Senior Scholars Debate
Pre-Scholars Debate
Final Speeches
Finally, each Scholar prepared a two minute speech which was delivered to the whole group. Video links to all speeches are below.
Linda (Beacon Rep) Introduction
| Amy Migunda | Speech | Feedback |
| Awuor Onguru | Speech | Feedback |
| Betty Kunyada | Speech | Feedback |
| Gloria Tergat | Speech | Feedback |
| Grace Muema | Speech | Feedback |
| Jeremie Basset | Speech | Feedback |
| Joy Lelei | Speech | Feedback |
| Lawrence Mutua | Speech | Feedback |
| Malaika Njema | Speech | Feedback |
| Matilda Ndinda | Speech | Feedback |
| Maria Beebe | Speech | Feedback |
| Rosa Kimweli | Speech | Feedback |
| Lem Mbaga | Absent |
Key Skills Developed in this Workshop
- Power of the pause
- Body language
- Eye contact
- Giving feedback
- Active listening
- Speech building
- Impromptu speaking
- Power of rehearsal
- Powerful use of the voice (tonal modality)
