This document discusses elements of persuasive presentations. It defines persuasive presentations as messages that influence audiences by changing their responses to ideas, issues, or products. It outlines three types of persuasive speeches: to inspire feelings/motivations, to convince beliefs/attitudes, and to influence behaviors/actions. The document also discusses Toulmin's model of argument construction, common fallacies to avoid, and organizational patterns for persuasive speeches like problem-solution, logical reasons, and criteria-satisfaction.