persona

(noun)

In the study of communication, persona is a term given to describe the versions of self that all individuals possess. The public persona will differ from the persona an individual will present when he/she happens to be alone.

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Examples of persona in the following topics:

  • Choosing Your Method of Delivery

    • You will want to develop your own persona for all methods of delivery.
    • In the study of communication, persona is a term given to describe the versions of self that all individuals possess.
    • A person may create or manifest different personas at different times, for different occasions.
    • In particular, the persona you present before others when speaking will differ from the persona your present when you happen to be alone.
    • Here are some important considerations for developing a natural, conversational persona for speech delivery.

  • Summary of the Benefits of Public Speaking

    • If you establish a good reputation as a public speaker, your public persona will set you apart from the sea of faceless resumes and cover letters.

  • Speaking from a Manuscript

    • You want to sound natural and develop your own persona which is difficult if a person is just reading his or her words on a page.