ABSTRACT
The role of public speaking has evolved to be an important component in professional contexts. Fundamental skills for speaking in business and professional settings include audience analysis, researching the purpose, clear organization patterns, and using appropriate language. This chapter explores (1) the evolution of public speaking in professions, (2) fundamental skills for public speaking in professional settings, (3) types of public speaking in professional contexts, (4) education surrounding professional speaking, and (5) the future of public speaking in business and professions.
