Description of Speeches 23 September 2012

 It is intended for special occasions  It is generally brief – less than 5 minutes  5 common types: 1) Introduction Speech 2) Welcome Speech 3) Acceptance Speech 4) Tribute Speech 5) Presentation

 The purpose is to introduce the main speaker  The aim is to establish a welcoming atmosphere to both the speaker and the audience  You can express your pleasure of having the privilege to introduce the speaker  You can also highlight the reason why the audience should listen to the talk by the speaker

 It is presented as a public greeting to a visiting group of people to make them feel welcomed  You should provide accurate information about the person you are welcoming and establish some form of friendship in your speech

 It is a response to a presentation speech  It is to show appreciation after you received a recognition/award  You might want to thank individuals who contributed to your success

 This is to praise or celebrate a person, a group or an event for their accomplishment  Various types : farewell, dedication, commemorative address  Your goal is to invite your audience to appreciate the person or group or event.

 It is presented when an individual or group receives an award, and to recognize the recipient’s accomplishments.  The purpose is to highlight the qualities that make the recipient the most credible candidate for the award, honour or position.

 It is intended to share about interesting and useful information about people, places, objects, etc  It can also be about ideas or concept  It is usually presented with the help of visual aids

 Your Opener - the opening, ice-breaker or attention grabber  Introduction - Tell them what the speech is about and what your main points will be  Knowledge - Establish credibility by demonstrating expertise and knowledge of the subject - conveying information, presenting ideas, facts and statistics to adequately inform the audience about the subject  Conclusion - Try to end with a memorable punch line or positive statement

 The main target is to persuade someone or some group of people through the sue of arguments  It is also to suggest or propose an idea or solution to existing problem

 Your Opener - the opening, ice-breaker or attention grabber  Introduction - Tell them what the speech is about and why they should listen  Strategies –  1) Establish credibility by demonstrating expertise and knowledge of the subject.  2) Support your claims with evidence.  3) Appeal to audiences’ hearts and minds.  Conclusion - Try to end with a memorable punch line or positive statement. Finish it with a call for action.

 Prepare your speech early  Choose an interesting topic  Outline the important points before writing your full script  Do extra reading on the topic  Deliver the speech confidently