The document provides tips for giving an effective impromptu speech in 3 sentences or less. It recommends telling the audience the main points, delivering the main points, and recapping the main points. Specific tips include using quotes, writing down 2-3 main ideas, starting with a personal statement about the topic, including a personal story, and using the phrase "for example" if getting stuck. The overall goal is to establish a connection with the audience and impart vitality using these techniques.

1. Impromptu Speeches ~ All good speeches, even short and scantily-prepared ones, derive power and effectiveness through some of the same techniques.

2.  *Remember* It’s always fine to tell ‘em what you’re going to tell ‘em, tell ‘em, and tell ‘em what you told ‘em.

3. Here are some ITEMS which can help you make good impromptu speeches: Quotes Main Ideas/Points Personal Statements The “Magic Phrase” Recap

4. Quotes: Ahead of time, MEMORIZE A FEW QUOTATIONS that you can use in almost any situation . “ The early bird gets the worm.” “ Every dog has its day.” “ What goes around, comes around. ”

5. Beginning your speech: use some Main Ideas/Points To start: Stand up slowly & scan the room Think of 2-3 main ideas as you stand up Take a breath before you begin speaking

6. Write down your Main Points : If you have the facilities, write your main ideas/points on the whiteboard to help you and your audience keep them in mind.

7. To Start, you can use a Personal Statement: Repeat the topic as a statement: e.g., “Paper Airplanes…” Ask a question about the topic: “What do I think about paper airplanes?”

8. Other Personal Statements : You might… Say that you are going to discuss the topic: “I’m going to tell you about paper airplanes…” Deliver an all-purpose memorized quotation.

9. Try to use at least one personal COMMENT, example, or story: Using these elements gives you something to “latch onto.” It also helps establish your personality, bonds you with your audience, and lends vitality to your comments.

10. WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS… If you reach a dead end, use the “Magic Phrase” : “ For Example…”

11. Recap your 2-3 Main Points: Recap your 2-3 main points when you’ve finished with them: E.g., “Paper airplanes are fun, easy to make, and educational.” *Handy transition words to lead into this recap are “so…,” “therefore,” “as you can see,” etc.

12. Impromptu Speeches Soooooooo— Now you’ve learned some tips on giving a GREAT impromptu speech!