The key to giving a great speech is actually writing a great speech. All the speech-related advice out there focuses on our collective (and completely rational) fear of public speaking. What if I told ...

The introduction gives the audience a reason to listen to the remainder of the speech. A good introduction needs to get the audience’s attention, state the topic, make the topic relatable, establish ...

Writing a speech and delivering it are two separate challenges. If you’re not sure where to start with the writing process, use this six-part outline as a guide. Over at The Muse, Deborah Grayson ...

That attitude will kill a speech every time. You’ve probably sat through some lousy speeches. Despite the speakers’ renown, you eventually tuned them out over their self-indulgent tangents and ...

A speech is not an assignment that can be done the night before; practice is essential. Practicing a speech will boost your confidence as a speaker and ease potential anxiety. Using or not using a ...

Celebrate Teachers' Day 2025 with an impactful speech that honors the educators shaping India's future. This article offers ...

This piece originally aired on July 16, 2015. Delivering that perfect speech is a daunting task. To get rid of those public speaking jitters, many are now turning to toast writers, complete strangers, ...

Have a role to play in the nuptials of a friend or family member? Professional speechwriter Alex Dymoke gives his advice on ...

As a founder, you’re in a perpetual state of persuasion. Selling a ground-breaking product, sharing a novel idea, or boosting your team’s morale–all demand the power of persuasive writing. Here are ...