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Most of us know the difference between a great speech and a speech that is well, not so great. Think about what you liked about that last great wedding speech you witnessed. You probably laughed a little, maybe dropped a tear or two and generally felt upbeat and congratulatory.

If you've ever given a speech in front of a room full of people, you know that it can be nerve-wracking. The good news, is that it doesn't have to be. Even if your bridesmaids, groomsmen, etc. are completely inexperienced behind a microphone, the following will help provide the basics for a successful wedding speech.

Every speech will be different. That is because each person has unique experiences and perspectives and relationships. Tailor your speech on what you know to be relevant. Here are a few takeaways that I learned giving a speech as a Maid of Honor:

1. Keep it to 3-4 minutes or so.
2. Incorporate a little humor. You want to keep your humor clean and centered around common knowledge of the bride and groom. No private jokes that no one will understand anyways.
3. Your speech should be well-wishing,lighthearted, kind.
4.Your speech should be well thought out and organized. It should have a beginning, middle, and certainly an end.

Much like writing a paper in school: organize your speech, write it down, time yourself and last but not least~ PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE!!! I rehearsed my speech so much, I did not need to look at a piece of paper. If you feel like you need a piece of paper to focus, go ahead but if you have practiced, your speech will be naturally flowing.

Hope this helps
Cheers!

I'd love to hear how your speech went, drop by www.TrulyEngaging.com the wedding blog of MagnetStreet Weddings and tell me about it or share tips that have helped you to make a great wedding speech.

Heidi

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