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QuestionHow can I memorize a speech?
Patrick MuñozPatrick is an internationally recognized Voice & Speech Coach, focusing on public speaking, vocal power, accent and dialects, accent reduction, voiceover, acting and speech therapy. He has worked with clients such as Penelope Cruz, Eva Longoria, and Roselyn Sanchez. He was voted LA's Favorite Voice and Dialect Coach by BACKSTAGE, is the voice and speech coach for Disney and Turner Classic Movies, and is a member of Voice and Speech Trainers Association.
Voice & Speech CoachThe easiest way to memorize a speech is to map it out for yourself. Figure out your speech's major intention and memorize the key points. When practicing, try using flash cards or recording yourself and watching it back. -
QuestionShould we say somethings about ourselves?
Community AnswerIt depends on the purpose of the speech. If you are running for student council, then yes, your speech should tell people about yourself. If your speech has nothing to do with you directly, then you do not need to talk about yourself unless you feel a personal anecdote will better your main point. -
QuestionCan the speech be long?
Community AnswerIt shouldn't be, because the audience likely will stop paying attention. If you insist on making it long, make it entertaining by adding stories or making it different. -
QuestionShould I say my name?
Community AnswerYes! It might be a good idea to introduce yourself with your name at the beginning of your speech, and repeat your name at the end, ie: So if you'd like a new playground, vote for Jane Doe! This way, people will know who to vote for. If someone loves your speech but doesn't know your name, they won't be able to vote for you. -
QuestionHow can I persuade people to vote for me as school council?
Community AnswerTell them that you have experience, what sorts of changes you would make, or tell why you would like this position.
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QuestionWith shall I begin my speech? The students expect something cool for their attention and have bad attention spans.
Community AnswerUse a quote, or search up 'Speech One Liners' to start of with something funny to grab their attention. Find things that are current and fit with the cool things everyone identifies with.
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QuestionHow do I come up with things to improve when writing a student council speech?
Community AnswerTake a survey. Surveying your peers or teachers about what they would want to improve in the school is a great way to come up with ideas others can relate to.
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QuestionWhat if I don't have past experience being a leader? I'm sure they will ask about that.
Community AnswerEmphasize as many other qualities you have as possible. If done correctly, the audience probably won't ask and will focus on these qualities. I have done a similar thing before. -
QuestionCan I include my promise in it?
Community AnswerYes. You should definitely include what you promise to do - just remember not to make it too unrealistic.
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QuestionHow do I end a student council speech?
Community AnswerYou can ask that they please consider voting for you as the part of the student council to make the school a better place.
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QuestionWhat are things I can talk about to the staff when running for student council?
Community AnswerYou could go around with a pen and paper asking different students their opinions about the school, then let the staff know how students feel.
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QuestionShould my student council speech include professional words?
Community AnswerYour speech should include the right words for the message you're trying to convey. Just use the standard vocabulary you normally would to get your point across. If you attempt to use "professional" words, it may seem forced, like you're just trying to impress people; worse yet, if they're not words with which your audience is familiar, you'll only confuse them.
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QuestionShould I start my student council speech with just my name?
Community AnswerYou can start your speech by saying, "Hi, I'm [your name] and I'm running for student council." Then try to come up with something memorable to say next, like a joke, a catch phrase, etc.
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QuestionHow do I get rid of my nerves before a speech?
Community AnswerThere are some good tips in Give a Speech Without Getting Nervous.
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QuestionHow do I give a speech to a lot of people without being loud?
Community AnswerIf you're giving a speech in something like a gym or auditorium without a microphone, you will need to speak very loudly. If possible, visit the room with a friend sometime when it's empty and have your friend sit all the way in the back. Practice different volumes until your friend says they can hear you well.
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QuestionHow long should a good speech be?
JamesCommunity Answer3 or 4 minutes, but try not to exceed 5. It can get boring, and people may tune out. -
QuestionHow do I make my speech interesting?
Community AnswerAdd humor, stories of your first day of school, or just something that informs your peers that you are just like them.
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QuestionWhat can I say to grab the audience's attention when I am at the conclusion of my speech?
Community AnswerSummarize all you've said. List your qualities and remember to thank them for their time. You want to be remembered as kind and considerate.
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QuestionCan my speech be inspiring?
Community AnswerYes, definitely! That makes people want to vote for you more, because you inspire them to do good things. They will most likely see you as responsible, trustworthy, and a great role model.
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QuestionHow can I make it unique and interesting?
Community AnswerTry involving the audience a little bit. For instance, if you were running for student council president, show off your leadership skills by getting volunteers from the audience and making them do silly things.
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QuestionHow do I acknowledge the other candidates running for student council?
Community AnswerWhen you finish, say something like 'I would like to wish good luck to all my fellow candidates' at the end of your speech.
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QuestionHow do I make sure my speech will be only one minute when doing a student council speech?
Community AnswerPractice repeatedly with a stopwatch app, ensuring you leave yourself about five seconds of leeway at the end. Know where you should be at the fifteen-second mark, 30 seconds, and 45 seconds so that you pace yourself properly when delivering it.
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QuestionHow do I begin the paragraph that tells about my accomplishments?
Community AnswerTry something to the effect of "In the past, I have [insert accomplishments]. These accomplishments have formed a solid foundation for a successful career in student council."
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QuestionHow do I not make people bored when giving a student council speech?
Community AnswerIt may sound counter-intuitive, but avoid wikiHows, or any other online resources. Any ideas you will find on there will have already been done. Come up with something unique. It doesn't have to be funny if that's not your strong suit, it just has to be interesting!
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QuestionHow do I make my student council speech longer?
Community AnswerBy thinking of more ideas to benefit your school and describing/going into detail on those ideas. But don't make your speech long just to fill time. A short, succinct speech is best.
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QuestionHow do I write a one minute student council speech?
Community AnswerSimply state your name, then mention the problems at the school that you want to try to solve, and say how you're going to solve them, what skills you have that make you best suited for the job, etc. Write everything down you want to say, then start timing yourself and see if you need to cut or add anything.
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QuestionShould I say my age and my birthdate?
Community AnswerNo, this isn't information the listeners need to know. Keep your speech to the topics you actually need to cover.
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