Three key barriers to an effective speech include: language, perception, and ethnocentrism. As a speaker, you will need to try to consider each one and how you will create a bridge, rather than contribute to a barrier, with your audience. Give an example of each barrier and your plan to reduce its effect on your audience.

Read the following article to help you come up with your response:

Overcoming Obstacles in Your Presentation, under the Developing Business Presentations section of the website.