Creating an IntroductionThe Better Speaker Series
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The Importance of an Introduction
Smooth transition
Proper mindset
Speaker authority
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General Essentials
Speaker’s name
Speech topic
Speech title
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Toastmasters Essentials Speech assignment
Speech objectives
Delivery time
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Drafting the IntroductionApproach
Length
Delivery
Clarification
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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.
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Speakers’ ResponsibilitiesBe available to offer speech-
related information.
Inform the introducer of any special considerations.
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Lectern Etiquette
Speak to the audience
Lead the applause
Shake hands
Leave the lectern
Show interest
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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
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Conclusion
Master the art of
introductions!
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