>> How to close a speech

1
Inform the audience that the
end of the speech is near.
This lets them know that the
end is coming and they will
be more alert to listening for
the wrap up.
Step
2
Summarize the points that
were made earlier in the
speech or drive home the
point that was being
communicated throughout
the speech.
Step
3
Use humor where
appropriate. End the speech
with a humorous joke that
relates to the speech content.
Share a personal humorous
lesson. Use a picture that can
bring forth laughter. Select a
comic strip relevant to the
speech.
Step
4
Implement a call to action at
the end of the speech. Direct
the audience to produce a
desired outcome when they
leave. Let the audience know
what you want them to
change as a result of the
speech.
Step
5
Share a personal story, a
famous quote, or even a
song lyric and music. Warp
up the speech with an
illustration or photo that is
memorable. Add a picture of
yourself with a speech
bubble and a tag line relevant
to the speech.
Step
6
Thank the audience during
the closing. Acknowledge
appropriate individuals
associated with the speech
and thank the hosts.
Tips & Warnings
Avoid ending the speech
abruptly. Ending abruptly
leaves the audience feeling as
if the speech wasn't prepared
well.
Get to know the audience
beforehand to make sure the
speech is geared
appropriately to the audience.
Practice, practice, practice.
Deliver a well-prepared
closing.

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