What are the 3 purposes that Bono accomplish? What techniques does he use to get his point across?

Introducing a speaker Purpose: build enthusiasm for speaker build enthusiasm for topic boost speaker credibility establish welcoming environment

Be Brief Focus on introducing speakernot topic Make sure remarks are accurate Adapt to occasion & audience Create anticipation

Giving a gift, award, public recognition Purpose: inform audience about recognition/award Explain why it is being given Introduce or reveal the recipient Honor recipient

Focus on awardnot recipients bio Give background about significance of award/recognition Point out recipients contributions Acknowledge other participants not recognized

Accepting gift, award, public recognition Purpose: Give thanks for a gift or award Nelson Mandela Kenu Reeves

Thank people who are giving the award Recognize people who helped you gain award

Eulogies, holiday speech, testimonials, dedications Purpose: Praise or celebrate an occasion or person Paying tribute to person, group, institution or idea Inspire audience Create a sense of respect Memorial Day Memorial Day Brindi Irwin Four Weddings & A Funeral

Inform audience about topic tell them why it is noteworthy Give background or brief history Express feelings and sentiments Be honest & real Avoid clichés & trite statements Carefully think through word choice Use language tools metaphors, parallelisms, and alliterations

General speeches after an occasion Wedding speeches, thank-yous, toasts Purpose: Entertain To make a thoughtful point in a light manner Wedding th Anniversary

Consider: what information should be revealed Audience Long-term implications Dont joke at others expense

Avoid being too technical or argumentative Choose supporting materials over entertainment value Be focused and to the point