Special Occasion Speech 2-4 mins. No outline / bib. Due You determine Occasion Audience Have Fun

Ceremonial speaking stresses the sharing of identities and values that unites people into community.

Techniques Identification Narrative Recognition of heroes and heroines Renewal of group commitment Magnification

Techniques of Magnification Overcoming obstacles Unusual accomplishment Superior performance Pure, unselfish motives Benefit to society

Speech of Tribute Do not exaggerate the tribute Focus on the person being honored Create vivid images of accomplishment Be sincere

Award Presentation Explain the nature of the award What the recipient did to qualify for it

Eulogies Mourn and honor the person Celebrate the values of those who remain Sustain a sense of community

Toasts Plan in advance Keep it brief Build to a climax Refrain from the negative Memorize

Acceptance Speeches Accept with modesty Give credit to others Discuss its deeper meaning

Speech of Introduction Make the speaker feel welcome Establish or strengthens the speaker’s ethos Prepare audience for the following speech

Speech of Inspiration aka Motivational Speech Draw upon past successes and frustrations Encourages future accomplishment Revitalize values and beliefs

The After-Dinner Speech Humorous Inspirational Establishes a mood Conveys a message Carries a theme forward Brief!