* Age: Different age groups have different experiences, interests, and ways of understanding information.
* Culture: Cultural background influences values, beliefs, and communication styles.
* Education Level: The complexity of your language and the depth of your explanations should be tailored to the audience's educational background.
* Interests: People are more engaged when you speak about things they care about.
* Occupation: People in different professions have specific knowledge and vocabulary that you may need to consider.
* Location: Where you are giving the speech can influence the topics and examples you choose.
* Size of Audience: A large audience may require different delivery techniques and visual aids than a small one.
* Purpose of the Speech: Why are you giving this speech? What do you want the audience to do, think, or feel?
* Relationship to the Speaker: Are you speaking to friends, colleagues, or strangers? Your tone and approach will vary.
* Prior Knowledge of the Topic: How familiar is the audience with the subject matter? You may need to provide more background information if they are unfamiliar.
Let me know if you'd like more details on any of these aspects!