But how do you find out how your speech went? You may ask someone in the audience. However, few people will be honest enough to say, "It could have been better." So how can you discover how well you actually performed? Here is one question you should ask yourself: "Will the audience remember you the morning after, the next week, or months from now?" A good speech stays in people's memories. The speaker will receive comments and praise days and weeks later. This is a truer sign than immediate feedback at the event.