This manual is part of the BETTER SPEAKER SERIES.

1. Creating an
Introduction
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2. The Importance of an
Introduction
Smooth transition
Proper mindset
Speaker authority
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3. General Essentials
Speaker’s name
Speech topic
Speech title
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4. Toastmasters Essentials
Speech assignment
Speech objectives
Delivery time
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5. Drafting the Introduction
Approach
Length
Delivery
Clarification
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6. Applying Restraint
Don’t upstage the speaker.
Don’t reveal speech details.
Don’t surprise the speaker.
Don’t praise the speaker’s skills.
Don’t rely on clichés.
Don’t save the speaker’s name
until last.
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7. Speakers’ Responsibilities
Be available to offer speech-
related information.
Inform the introducer of any
special considerations.
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8. Lectern Etiquette
Speak to the audience
Lead the applause
Shake hands
Leave the lectern
Show interest
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9. Introductions Are Only
the Beginning
 The speech’s ideas
 Points of entertainment
 How the speech helped or
enlightened the audience
 Words of thanks and appreciation
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10. Conclusion
Master
the art of
introductions!
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