This document outlines the steps for developing and researching a speech topic. It discusses choosing a topic and goal, developing content, organizing material, adapting to the audience with visual aids, and practicing. The first step is to choose a topic and set a goal. Goals should be specific and focus on audience response or action. Topics can be identified through brainstorming and concept maps. The audience must be analyzed through demographic and subject-related information to adapt the speech appropriately. The content is then developed through research and citing sources.