Overcoming Podium Panic

Research shows that, for most people, public speaking is their number 1 fear. Keep in mind that your audience, for the most part, is more interested in what you have to say, than in critiquing your ability to say it. Create some audio visuals such as PowerPoint slides, or use some props so that…

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The Tradition of the Best Man

Among the Germanic Goths of northern Europe in 200 A.D, it was tradition for a man to marry a woman from within his own community; yet, in times of short supply, men wanting a wife often took matters into their own hands and kidnapped one from a neighbouring village. Securing a bride was generally…

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How to Make a Cool Father of the Bride Speech

As Father of the Bride, and wedding host, your speech is generally first cab off the rank. You will have certain conventions that generally fall to you. As the “opening act” your job is to welcome the guests and to set the tone for a relaxed and joyous event – “to kick things off”…

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