Essay Introductory Speech

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Speeches can be of different types. Every speech has its uniqueness and importance. The type of speech depends on several factors such as the occasion, the need for the speech, the objective, type of speaker, audience for the speech, etc. Some of the activities involved in public speaking are:
(1) Topic selection
(2) Audience analysis
(3) Topic research
(4) Drafting the speech
(5) Sorting/organising the speech
(6) Delivering the speech using verbal and non-verbal communication
These are the most crucial factors involved in making your speech effective. It is also important to note that many a times, speaking is not about taking over and delivering information but also listening to the audience. Interaction with the audience and allowing
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Information should include educational qualification, work experience, industry expertise, interests, and any specialisations. While speaking about these the speech has to be worded such that you are able to highlight the credibility of the main speaker about a particular topic or subject to the audience. Avoid providing any embarrassing or unwarranted information about the main speaker to the audience during this introductory speech. Do not give a lengthy speech and steal the time and space meant for the main …show more content…
Justin Trudeau, Professor of Tourism and Travel Studies, Baltimore University, Scotland. As you know, Mr. Justin Trudeau is giving a speech on the growing trends in tourism industry and the role of technology in future travels. Mr. Trudeau has completed several research projects in this area and published the same in various international journals. He has also authored two books on travel and tourism each touching upon the dynamic changes in travel affordability. I believe his speech will provide us with immense information and as students of the tourism industry all of you are benefitted by listening to his speech...”

(ii) Thank you
A thank you speech is popularly known as a vote of thanks. This speech is made at the end of an event or occasion or when the main speaker has already delivered his speech. It is primarily done to thank not just the main speaker of the event but also the organisers, audience, visitors, etc. In certain cases, if you have received an award or recognition then you might be in a position to give a thank you speech too.

Some of the key things to be noted while giving a thank you speech are:
(1) Express

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