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Speech Writing Tips

Choose a Topic You are Passionate About
Speak about what you care about!
Let the Ideas Flow
A great speech is a long journey made up of small steps. Once you pick your topic, start by brainstorming any and all ideas related to the topic.
Let the ideas flow, and have fun!
Focus on Your Theme
If a quote, story, or anecdote doesn't support your main theme, leave it out.
Less is More
If you pack too much in, your message will be obscured.
Stick to 2 or 3 main points.
The Power of the Personal Story
The connection between you and your audience is found in personal stories. Information is important, but ears perk up when the personal story begins.
Work with a Mentor
Ask a fellow club member to listen to the speech. You have the final decision, but it's great to get feedback.
Intoxicating Introductions and Electrifying Exits
Start off with a "hook" that gets the audience to listen and grabs their attention.
Your conclusion should be a dramatic finish.
Keep on Speaking
Practice will calm those butterflies and get them flying in formation!

Compliments of Pam Keyzer, DTM
International Director Candidate
Region VII
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	Club Area Navigation: home / calendar / chart / dcp / tips / speech ideas Speech Writing Tips Choose a Topic You are Passionate About Speak about what you care about! Let the Ideas Flow A great speech is a long journey made up of small steps. Once you pick your topic, start by brainstorming any and all ideas related to the topic. Let the ideas flow, and have fun! Focus on Your Theme If a quote, story, or anecdote doesn't support your main theme, leave it out. Less is More If you pack too much in, your message will be obscured. Stick to 2 or 3 main points. The Power of the Personal Story The connection between you and your audience is found in personal stories. Information is important, but ears perk up when the personal story begins. Work with a Mentor Ask a fellow club member to listen to the speech. You have the final decision, but it's great to get feedback. Intoxicating Introductions and Electrifying Exits Start off with a "hook" that gets the audience to listen and grabs their attention. Your conclusion should be a dramatic finish. Keep on Speaking Practice will calm those butterflies and get them flying in formation! Compliments of Pam Keyzer, DTM International Director Candidate Region VII Think Distinguished