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Got a Wedding Speech to Deliver?

 22nd Jul 2022
 
 
Simon Bucknall
 
Got a wedding speech to deliver?

Some simple tips and boundaries for you:

Make points, tell stories.

Avoid jokes off the internet.

Avoid scripts off the internet.

Avoid having someone "write the speech for you".

Aim for 5 minutes minimum.

15 minutes ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM.

10 mins is usually super.

Word count: aim for 1,000 approx.

More than 1,500 is way too many.

3,000+ words, seriously? (yes, I see scripts of this length)

BE WARNED: you'll still be speaking by the time of the 1st wedding anniversary.

Avoid sheets of A4.

Avoid notes on an iPhone - you'll look like you're checking Twitter.

Flashcards if you must.

Simple structure - you'll remember your Points and Stories better.

ENERGY - start strong, finish strong.

ENJOY YOURSELF!

#energy #weddingplanner #publicspeaking #communication #weddings

Simon brought his vast experience to the subject of storytelling which he masters wholly. He skilfully guided members through his unique series of techniques for both developing and delivering business stories that, by definition, can belong only to each individual business concerned. An excellent morning and highly recommended.

 

 Gordon Bromley I Chairman, Surrey & SW London Academy for Chief Executives

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