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Farewell Speech

Main Body - Thank people for their support

This section provides some easy, effective techniques with helpful hints and tips on writing a Farewell speech - a vehicle designed to deliver an expression of goodwill and good wishes at parting. Read on to make this task as easy as possible... What exactly is a Farewell Speech? Definition Let's start be considering exactly what is a Farewell speech. Definition: A Farewell speech is written to extend good wishes at a special milestone in someone's life when leaving an organization, community, company, role or place. It provides an opportunity to thank people who have provided help and support. These occasions are generally informal but it is always helpful to plan what you are going to say in advance so that the content of your speech is not just left to chance and special references might be made to people who have played an important role. This type of speech should also be short and remember to try to inject some humor! There are various techniques to help complete this type of task and we would also recommend that you check out our free, fast and concise PowerPoint-style presentations on:

The Anecdotes - Amusing stories and memories

Conclusion - Extend your good wishes and try to end with a memorable punch line or amusing Farewell quote

Famous Quotes to include in a Farewell Speech The following quotes are from a selection about Farewell they might inspire you! ""Don't be dismayed at good-byes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments or lifetimes, is certain for those who are friends." Quote by Richard Bach Farewell poem: I love the simple word hello It always rings a joyful bell

Writing a Speech Giving a Speech The Main Elements to Writing a Farewell Speech The main elements to writing a successful and effective Farewell speech are to convey a sense of regret at leaving and respect for people who have helped:

But one of the saddest words i know Is the oft times tearful word farewell.

Farewell Speech - Tips and Hints on Writing and Giving Speeches There are more tips and hints on Writing and Giving Speeches in our Free PowerPoint style presentations.

Brevity - Don't bore your audience and remember the quotes by Lord Reading "Always be shorter than anybody dared to hope!" and Franklin D. Roosevelt "Be sincere; be brief; be seated."

Opener, Introduction, Credibility, presenting facts, personal experiences, main arguments, Alternatives and Conclusion There may come a situation in your life, when you to write a farewell speech. What will you do when such a situation comes in your life? During that time, a question will constantly hit your mind, How to write a farewell speech. Here, we have some guidelines and checklist that will help you write a good farewell speech.

Conveying goodwill to all those who have been supportive and good wishes for the future

Memories and Anecdotes - Say why you are leaving and some of your emotions. Funny personal stories to make everyone smile

The Structure and Outline of a Farewell Speech What is a good structure, outline or good guidelines to writing a Farewell speech?

Maybe you are leaving your job and wish to bid farewell to your colleagues. Perhaps you may shifting from your community and wish to say good bye to your friends and neighbors. Or you have some of your colleague joining other organization with better growth prospectus.

Whatever the case may be, the following guideline will help you write a good farewell speech. Your Opener - the opening, ice-breaker or attention grabber

Address the person departing and other audience in friendly terms. Then write something so as to announce your departure or the departure of the other person leaving the organization or college. Give a brief description of the person leaving. Mention his personal characteristics, his achievements and his contributions. If someone else is replacing you, compliment him or her and leave a positive memory of you. In your speech, express your thanks or gratitude for the support, kindness, love, affection and appreciation you have received from your associations or seniors. In case, you are addressing the departure of your colleague, then express gratitude for all the support and kindness he or she has rendered for the associations and organization. Based upon the main reason of departure, recall all the good moments and memories of the past years spend in the organization. The final thought or conclusion of any farewell speech should be linked to best wishes and prayers. Express your wishes and lend your prayers for the future of someone who is leaving or for everyone you are leaving. Close you speech on a humorous note and bid a final farewell to all.

Use this list of commemorative speech topics to tickle your imagination. It will help you effectively to sort out, organize and outline your topic and ideas. Answer all the questions that are appropriate to you. And apply the answers to your subject, the occasion and the feelings of the public. In fact it is an commemorative speech example.

1. Start with a significant aspect of your subject to commemorate. No trivialities, but an activity that represents a value that can stir our emotions and inspire us. This commemorative speech topic is meant to grab the attention and achieve feelings of recognition right at the start of your commemorating speech. Some ideas:

a person - Describe how the person you honored always takes care of the pets in your neighbourhood a place - Describe the natural world wonder you commemorate, and how it inspires thousands of visitors to protect nature in their local community an event - Describe how the Superbowl unites many fans, what happens at the big day, what it means to them. a group - Describe that the baseball team being honored became champion because of their co-operation. So, what significant aspect of your subject represents or symbolizes an important value in our own lives? Maybe it will help if you ask yourself the basic who, when, what where,why and how questions about your subject to figure it out. That is also a fine way to develop the other suggested commemorative speech topics below. 2. Explain why you are the speaker and want to pay a tribute. Mention the reasons and the character of the occasion in your commemoration speech.

Commemorative speech topics tutorial including 7 ideas, examples and free public speaking tips for speechwriting and delivering your commemorative address.

Focus on the values of life and past, present, and future of society. For example hope, trust, kindness, courage, loyalty, wisdom, disappointment, camaraderie, dignity, success, and tradition are good public speaking speech topics. A commemorative speech is a ceremonial address of honor and celebration of the values of a person, group, an institution, a place, event, idea or subject. So, it's more than a tribute, that is a testimonial that celebrates achievements or essential accomplishments.

Why does your subject deserves to be honored? Why this kind of tribute? Why at this moment, why at this occasion? 3. Refer to the particular contributions, achievements or merits. Give concrete examples. E.g. What has been accomplished, in what way? 4. Build in commemorative speech topics describing why the efforts, impressions, achievements are such a succes.

By commemorating you go an important step further. The best commemorative speech does not inform, but rather they inspire, commemorate or pay tribute in order: To give the audience hope for the future. To uplift the listeners' feelings and emotions.

Who or what will benefit? To heighten their admiration for the person, group, institution, event or idea being praised. To express feelings, arouse sentiments. A special form is the eulogy. These commemorative speech topics praise and honor a person who died. Why is this way of thinking or acting valuable to us? 5. Link your examples to the morality, taste, beliefs, opinions and sentiments of your audience. These speech topics are the heart of your commemoration address.

What specific values can we distract and which ones make the difference? How can we also apply the values? How to dazzle at that special event Why do we need to apply them too? Describe the values in such a way that all attendees can empathize and re-experience these feelings. If the commemorated subject is a person, then ask yourself for example:what can we learn of the subjects' way of approaching things in his personal or professional life? Celebrate the persons special manner. If the subject for instance is a war monument, then ask yourself, what values does this monument stand for? What are we commemorating at this place and why? 6. Now, make a summarizing transition. An ancient curse says, May you live in interesting times. With a life full of special occasions from births to weddings to funerals speaking up at these special occasions can indeed be a curse for the unprepared.

Whether youre presenting or accepting an award, you need to know the right words to fit the bill. Toasting without testing everyones patience is a party-saving skill. And if you find yourself called upon to give a eulogy, heres how to get through this difficult assignment.

Link the previous commemorative speech topics of the important values to the common feelings and thoughts that you and the audience share. Illustrate them with a short story, anecdote, facts or a testimony of a symbolic personal experiencewith the subject. If it's a place you commemorate - for example the Grand Canyon - then tell that you feel very little when you visit it. But also that you have feelings of joy and great respect for the beauty of Mother Nature. 7. Conclude with a memorable summary of the commemorative speech topics you have been talking about. Help the audience members to remember your main message. Especially emphasize the values that are being celebrated in you talk. Use a attention getting oneliner that captures the whole idea.

Giving a Eulogy

Speak from the heart and youll be successful

Speaking at a funeral or memorial service is probably one of the most difficult speaking assignments imaginable. Its one thing to speak coherently in front an audience; its another to keep from falling apart emotionally when giving a tribute to a deceased family member, friend or coworker.

But speaking at such an important event is a gift. By communicating whats in your heart to people who need help to deal with grief, you fulfill a collective need for comfort. Here are some pointers:

Finally, I list here the three most important public speaking speech tips about this type of speech writing and on delivering your commemorative speech topics. They are about the language and the style of the presentation:

Write out the speech and practice it using an outline. You may need more detailed notes than usual, in case you are overcome with emotion.

1. Use expressive and elegant language.

2. Formulate in an eloquent serious style.

Like any speech, use two or three main points, no more. The speech should not be a chronology of someones life, but rather a tribute to their life. Let the audience know why the person was special.

3. Avoid exaggerating expressions in your commemorative speech topics. Tips & Guidelines for Giving a Eulogy Speech ( Eulogy : Words of praise, often for a dead person )

Dont attempt to speak for everyone who knew the person. Share your own feelings.

To comfort the audience, focus on the deceased persons personality, including funny quirks and memorable events. The most meaningful anecdotes are heartfelt and personal.

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Nobody is perfect. A eulogy, however, should not focus on the deceased persons weaknesses, but on his or her positive traits.

Begin with a pause, to get control over your emotions. Take a deep breath and count silently to yourself: one-one thousand, two-onethousand, etc.

Let's start be considering exactly what is an Anniversary speech. Definition: An Anniversary speech is written to extend congratulations at reaching a special milestone in a marriage. These occasions are generally informal but it is always helpful to plan what you are going to say in advance so that the content of your speech is not just left to chance, or just a couple of words like "Happy Anniversary!". There are various techniques to help complete this type of task and if you are nervous we would also recommend that you check out our free, fast and concise PowerPoint-style presentations on:

Look directly at the audience, being sure to establish eye contact with several listeners. Focus on the audiences needs. A funeral is not held for the deceased, but for the living. Recognize their pain and their loss.

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Inspire the audience. No one likes to deal with death, but its inevitable. Help the audience deal with feelings of insecurity and mortality and help them improve their outlook on life.

The Main Elements to Writing an Anniversary Speech The main elements to writing a successful and effective Anniversary speech are to convey a sense of humor to the occasion and contribute some personal anecdotes about the person: Brevity - Less than 3 minutes. Don't bore your audience and remember the quotes by Lord Reading "Always be shorter than anybody dared to hope!" and Franklin D. Roosevelt "Be sincere; be brief; be seated." The Family - Mention those closest to the person convey thanks for arranging the celebration Memories and Anecdotes - Funny personal stories to make everyone smile especially those about their Wedding Day

Avoid platitudes, such as Time heals all wounds. What are the lessons and examples offered by the deceased? What challenges did the person face and how did he or she overcome them? Use appropriate mannerisms. The somber atmosphere of a memorial service does not lend itself to dramatic gestures and dazzling special effects. Be sure to vary your tone of voice and vocal volume, and do use humor, but keep it respectful to the deceased and to the audience.

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Salutation - Encouraging everyone to join in and say "Happy Anniversary!"

The Structure and Outline of an Anniversary Speech Speech Topics What is a good structure, outline or good guidelines to writing an Anniversary speech? Next Type of Speech >>> Your Opener - the opening, ice-breaker or attention grabber Famous Speeches and Speech Topics The thank you - Thank everyone for attending and mention those who made the arrangements

Anniversary Speech

This section provides some easy, effective techniques with helpful hints and tips on writing an Anniversary speech - a vehicle designed to deliver congratulations on reaching a special Wedding Anniversary such as the 25th or 60th etc. Read on to make this task as easy as possible... What exactly is an Anniversary Speech? Definition

The Anecdotes - Amusing stories about the happy couple

Conclusion - Try to end with a memorable punch line or Anniversary quote

Salutation - End with "Happy Anniversary!"

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Famous Quotes to include in an Anniversary Speech The following quotes are selection about Anniversaries - they might inspire you!

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"Never go to bed mad. Stay up and fight." Anniversary Quote by Phyllis Diller

"A wedding anniversary is the celebration of love, trust, partnership, tolerance and tenacity. The order varies for any given year." Quote by Paul Sweeney

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"Love is one long sweet dream, and marriage is the alarm clock." Anniversary Quote by Author Unknown

"The bonds of matrimony are like any other bonds - they mature slowly." Anniversary Quote by Peter De Vries.

"It's so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life." Anniversary Quote by Rita Rudner

This section provides some easy, effective techniques with helpful hints and tips on writing a Graduation speech - a vehicle designed to deliver a celebratory farewell statement, reflecting on experiences, accomplishments and future hopes and aspirations. Read on to make this task as easy as possible...

"Love does not consist of gazing at each other, but in looking together in the same direction." Quote by Antoine de SaintExupery

What exactly is a Graduation Speech? Definition "Love one another and you will be happy. It's as simple and as difficult as that." Quote by Michael Leunig Let's start be considering exactly what is a Graduation speech. Definition: A graduation or commencement speech is given by a student of a high school, college or university to a graduating class and their guests. A Graduation speech is written to celebrate past experiences, accomplishments and future hopes. This type of speech should also be short and fun - remember to try to inject some humor! There are various techniques to help complete this type of task and we would also recommend that you check out our free, fast and concise PowerPoint-style presentations on:

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The Main Elements to Writing a Graduation Speech The main elements to writing a successful and effective Graduation speech are to convey a sense of gratitude for the opportunities and achievements and hopes for the future

Timing - Ensure that the speech runs to the time allocated

"Your families are extremely proud of you. You can't imagine the sense of relief they are experiencing. This would be a most opportune time to ask for money!" Graduation Quote by Gary Bolding

Brevity - Don't bore your audience and remember the quotes by Lord Reading "Always be shorter than anybody dared to hope!" and Franklin D. Roosevelt "Be sincere; be brief; be seated."

"The tassel's worth the hassle!" - Graduation Quote by Unknown author

Memories - The fun, tears, trials and tribulations!

All that stands between the graduate and the top of the ladder is the ladder. Author Unknown

Accomplishments - Celebrate the successes and mention the failures in a humorous way

"At commencement you wear your square-shaped mortarboards. My hope is that from time to time you will let your minds be bold, and wear sombreros!" Graduation Quote by Paul Freund

Reflection - Reflect on the newsworthy subjects of the time, an opportunity to convey an adult and serious point of view "An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest." Quote by Benjamin Franklin The Future - Abilities and skills gained to prepare you for a successful future "Hitch your wagon to a star." Graduation Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson The Structure and Outline of a Graduation Speech What is a good structure, outline or good guidelines to writing a Graduation speech? Graduation Speech - Tips and Hints on Writing and Giving a Graduation Speech There are more tips and hints on Writing and Giving Speeches in our Free PowerPoint style presentations.

Your Opener - the opening, ice-breaker or attention grabber

Memories - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly!

Accomplishments - Convey a sense of gratitude

Graduation Speech

The Future - Mention important events of the moment and your hopes for a successful future

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Conclusion - Try to end with a memorable punch line, positive statement or amusing quote

Informing and Interesting speeches Main Elements to Writing a Graduation speech Free, Fast and interesting information about the Graduation Speech Gain confidence with the free presentation Opener, Introduction, Credibility, presenting facts, personal experiences, main arguments, Alternatives and Conclusion Graduation Speech

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Easy, effective techniques with helpful hints & tips on the Graduation Speech. Outlines, Openers, Introductions, presenting facts, personal experiences, memories, closing comments and conclusion. After Dinner Speech Guidelines for Special Occasions

Sound Masking Solutions Mask Office Noise Effectively. Work in Quiet Productive Set-Up. Call Us LogiSon.com/SoundMasking Looking for Love Poems? Love Poems is on Facebook. Sign up now! www.Facebook.com To make a thoughtful point about a particular subject, which can be a person, persons, or organization, and theyre goal is to make this point in a lighthearted manner (Lucas, 1998). Lighthearted, however, is not meant to imply that afterdinner speeches should be entirely frivolous or that the topic cannot be serious. Although it should never be argumentative, controversial, or technical, an after-dinner speech can address serious topics, but they are addressed in a more relaxed fashion than, for example, in a persuasive speech or an informative speech. (Lucas, 1998)

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After Dinner Speech Quotes - HalloweenH An after-dinner speech is a speech delivered after a breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and its main goal is to entertain listeners in a lighthearted manner. Most people have heard quite a few after-dinner speeches in their lifetimes. In fact, you yourself probably have. Just think about it. The last time you went to a wedding rehearsal dinner, didnt someone say something about the future bride and groom? And what about your parents anniversary dinner, your bowling leagues breakfast, that business luncheon you attended last month, or that awards picnic for your childs Scout troop or soccer team? Chances are that someone was asked to deliver a speech after the meal, and next time that someone could be you. The Components of an After-Dinner Speech Although some after-dinner speeches might be impromptu, they usually require preparation and organization. Moreover, they normally contain two main components:

A theme, for instance, marriage, education, friendship, or team spirit A thoughtful point about the theme, for example, the ingredients necessary for a happy marriage, the true goal of education, the value of friendship, the meaning of team spirit Using Humor in Speeches

History of the After Dinner Speech The after-dinner speech, according to Stephen E. Lucas, author of The Art of Public Speaking, is probably as old as civilization itself (1998, p. 449). In fact, the after-dinner speech dates back to early 19th century England, and by the 1880s they had become so popular on this side of the Atlantic that one observer called them the style of oratory most cultivated in the United States. (Lucas, 1998, p. 449)

Dont be afraid to use humor when you speak after a meal. As Lucas points out, Some of Americas finest after-dinner speakers have been humorists, for example, Mark Twain and Will Rogers, Art Buchwald and Andy Rooney (p. 450).

Wedding Quotes for Toasts and Speeches After Dinner Speech Tips and Topics After Dinner Speech Purpose and Goal How to Write the Best Wedding Speech After-dinner speeches, however, are no longer reserved strictly for formal evening meals but instead are delivered after breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, as well as following casual affairs such as outdoor barbecues or picnics. They are, however, usually delivered to recognize a special occasion, for example, a wedding, a birthday, an anniversary, or a graduation. Nevertheless, regardless of the time of day they are delivered or the occasion for their delivery, after-dinner speeches have one main purpose: You do not have to be a professional comedian, however, to use humor successfully, especially since your goal is not to have your audience convulsing with laughter but simply to elicit some smiles and perhaps a few chuckles. The important thing to remember is that when humor is used, it should be used to make a point, not simply to make your listeners laugh. (Lucas, 1998)

Humorous Quotes for Speeches Below are a few examples of quotes on marriage, love, education, and friendship from The New Speakers Treasury of

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Wit and Wisdom, by Henry V. Prochnow, that might provoke a smile:

Theyre married for better or worse. He couldnt do better and she couldnt do worse. ~ Groucho Marx When a girl marries she exchanges the attentions of many men for the inattention of one. ~ Helen Rowland Love is the triumph of imagination over intelligence. ~ H. L. Mencken They gave each other a smile with a future in it. ~ Ring Lardner We have met some persons who never drank at the fountain of education but just gargled. ~ Anonymous Educations pays unless you are an educator. ~ Anonymous A friend is one who knows all about you and loves you just the same. ~ Elbert Hubbard A friend is a person who tells you all the nice things you always knew about yourself. ~ Anonymous In summary, if you are called upon to make an after-dinner speech, you can do so successfully by remembering, as is the case with all speeches, after-dinner speeches require forethought and preparation, as well as a theme and a main point. Their goal, however, is to make that point in a lighthearted manner that will elicit a smile for your listeners.

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