1. Creating an Introduction
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2. The Importance of an Introduction
Smooth transition
Proper mindset
Speaker authority

3. Speaker’s name Speech topic Speech title
General Essentials
Speaker’s name
Speech topic
Speech title

4. Toastmasters Essentials
Speech assignment
Speech objectives
Delivery time

5. Drafting the Introduction
Approach
Length
Delivery
Clarification

6. Applying Restraint Don’t upstage the speaker.
Don’t reveal speech details.
Don’t surprise the speaker.
Don’t praise the speaker’s skills.
Don’t rely on clichés.
Don’t save the speaker’s name until last.

7. Speakers’ Responsibilities
Be available to offer speech- related information.
Inform the introducer of any special considerations.

8. Lectern Etiquette Speak to the audience Lead the applause Shake hands
Leave the lectern
Show interest

9. Introductions Are Only the Beginning
The speech’s ideas
Points of entertainment
How the speech helped or enlightened the audience
Words of thanks and appreciation

10. Master the art of introductions!
Conclusion
Master the art of introductions!