Special Occasion speech

• Special occasion speeches


  Speeches given for a specific occasion
• Examples of special occasion speeches

  • Speech of introduction
  • Speech to entertain
  • Speech of acceptance
  • Speech of tribute
• Special occasion speeches provide an opportunity to exhibit public speaking skills
• Special occasion speeches are often given during ceremonial events
• Paying tribute to someone respected or dear is a common theme in special occasion speeches
• Public speaking techniques should be incorporated in special occasion presentations</b>
• Knowing your audience is important in special occasion speeches
• Brevity is key in special occasion speeches
• Special occasion speeches should be positive and uplifting
• Word choice


  Be sincere and modest; be guided by what the host wants you to say/not to say
• Description, examples and narratives work well in special occasion speeches
• Special occasion speeches often reflect a group, belief, or a custom of society
• You'll need to make reference to the value, belief or goal in special occasion speeches