Editing Public speaking (section)

== Professional speakers ==
Public speaking for business and commercial events is often done by professionals, whose expertise is well established. These speakers can be contracted independently, through representation by a [[speakers bureau]], or by other means. Public speaking plays a large role in the professional world. It is believed that 70 percent of all jobs involve some form of public speaking.<ref>{{cite web |title=Public Speaking (The Public Speaking Project) |last1=Schreiber |first1=Lisa |last2=Hartranft |first2=Morgan |date=14 October 2018 |url=https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)}}</ref> Most professional roles require some sort of public speaking skills. Individuals will often be expected to perform tasks like training staff, leading meetings, and pitching proposals.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Important Public Speaking Skills for Workplace Success |url=https://www.thebalancemoney.com/public-speaking-skills-with-examples-2059697 |access-date=2024-12-13 |website=The Balance |language=en}}</ref>