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Speech 1: The Ice Breaker

Introduce yourself. Begin to conquer the fear of

speaking in front of a group. Provide a “base line” of your

current strengths and weaknesses.

Why is This Speech

Important?

“Nobody expects you to be a world-class orator. Just do your best.”

Ask for Help Practice Helps Timing Notes Don’t Expect to be Winston

Churchill Speak Up and Slow Down Humour Reduces Your

Nervousness Apologizing

Tips and Techniques

Idea #1: Chronological Idea #2: Topical Idea #3: Common Thread Idea #4: One Key Event Idea #5: How I Got Here…

Topic Ideas for Your Ice

Breaker Speech