Select a topic that you’re interested in exploring. Be sure to choose a topic that’s interesting both to you and your audience. Ask your teacher to approve your topic. Then, then write it in the table. Next, write the thesis statement that you’ll focus on. For example, if your topic is “how to be assertive,” you could write a statement about the importance of assertiveness in professional situations. Whatever your topic, you’ll need to narrow your focus enough to deliver a compelling presentation in 5 to 10 minutes.