Creating Talking Points and Scripts

Knowing what to say and how to say it separates confident speakers from nervous ones. ChatGPT can help you prepare talking points, speaker notes, and even full scripts.

Talking Points vs. Scripts

Format	Best For	Preparation Level
Bullet points	Experienced speakers, flexible delivery	Light
Talking points	Most presentations, meetings	Medium
Speaker notes	Important presentations	Medium-High
Full script	High-stakes, precise messaging required	High

Creating Talking Points

Basic Talking Points

Meeting Talking Points

Difficult Conversation Points

Speaker Notes

Slide-by-Slide Notes

Adding Stories and Examples

Full Scripts

When to Use Scripts

Use full scripts for:

• CEO/executive communications
• Crisis response statements
• Legal or compliance messages
• Recorded videos or podcasts
• Situations where exact wording matters

Writing a Presentation Script

Video Script

Preparing for Q&A

Anticipating Questions

Answer Frameworks

Transitions and Bridges

Between Slides/Topics

Bridging to Key Messages

Speaking Naturally

Converting Written to Spoken

Adding Personality

Specific Situations

All-Hands Announcement

Client Presentation

Practice Exercise

Key Takeaways

1. Match format to stakes - Full script for high-stakes, bullets for routine
2. Write for speaking - Short sentences, natural phrasing
3. Prepare transitions - They make you sound smooth
4. Anticipate questions - Prepared answers build confidence
5. Include bridge phrases - Always return to your key message
6. Practice out loud - Reading silently isn't enough
7. Keep notes scannable - You can't read paragraphs while presenting

Prepared speakers look confident because they are confident. Next, let's learn how to write content for your slides.