Toastmasters Advanced Manual - Special Occasion Speeches The RAT Pack Toastmasters Club, Roseville, MN

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Communications & Leadership Advanced Manual
Special Occasion Speeches


Last Edited:  09/01/02
 

#1 - Mastering the Toast
Time: 2 - 3 minutes
Objectives:

  • Recognize the characteristics of a toast.
  • Present a toast honoring an occasion or person.

#2 - Speaking in Praise
Time: 5 - 7 minutes
Objectives:

  • Prepare a speech praising or honoring someone, either living or dead.
  • Address five areas concerning the individual and his/her accomplishments.
  • Include anecdotes illustrating points within the speech.

#3 - The Roast
Time: 3 - 5 minutes
Objectives:

  • Poke fun at a particular indivdual in a good-natured way.
  • Adapt and personalize humorous material from other sources.
  • Deliver jokes and humorous stories effectively.

#4 - Presenting an Award
Time: 3 - 4 minutes
Objectives:

  • Present an award with dignity and grace.
  • Acknowledge the contributions of the recipient.

#5 - Accepting an Award
Time: 5 - 7 minutes
Objectives:

  • Accept an award with dignity, grace and sincerity.
  • Acknowledge the presenting organization.

 

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