The Following is a Sample Speech Introduction to Be Written by Speaker:

(Hand this to the Toastmaster to read.)

“Brandon is speaking from the Competent Communication Manual,
Speech # 3 - Get to the Point

Brandon’s objectives are to:
(These are found in the blue sidebar for each speech in the manual.)

• Select a speech topic and determine its general and specific purposes
• Organize the speech in a manner that best achieves those purposes
• Ensure the beginning, body and conclusion reinforce the purposes
• Project sincerity and conviction and control any nervousness he may feel.
• Strive not to use notes.

Brandon's time is 5-7 minutes.

Introduction:

This year has been a fresh start for Brandon. It all began when he  tried a different approach to a common problem at work.  Listen and decide what approach you would have taken.

Brandon's title is: "Was It Worth the Risk?" 

Please help me welcome Brandon.”
(Clap, clap, clap)

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