2023 Blacksnake NIETOC
2023 — Pocatello, ID/US
Sales Speaking
Event Description:
Sales Speaking - 7:00 minutes maximum with a 30-second “grace
period,” plus 3-5 questions by the judge only. No time signals
provided.
1. Purpose: The purpose of this event is to sell a singular,
legitimate product and may include variations of that
product. “Services” are not considered legitimate products.
2. Performance: Contestants must identify brand. The actual
product (not a model) must be displayed and/or
demonstrated. Presentation may be memorized. Notes on
one side of a 4 x 6 card may be used, but texts are not
permitted.
3. Visual Aids: Video /audio aids are optional, except for the
actual product. In order to demonstrate the function of a
product, that product may be put on as the demonstration
begins and then removed following the demonstration. The
contestant may not wear the product into the room, nor leave
it on once the demonstration of that product is concluded.
Additional items of clothing that might serve to enhance the
visual effect of the product are considered costuming and are
prohibited.
4. Time: This event has a 7-minute maximum with a 30 second
grace period. After which a timing violation will result in
being dropped one rank by the judge. Time signals are not
provided. Students may time themselves for reference, but
the judge is the official timekeeper of the round. Following
the presentation, the judge should ask the competitor 3-5
questions about the product and/or presentation.