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How To Write A Professional Emcee Opening Script In 10 Minutes: The WAVE Framework

Emceeing . 9 Min. Read . By: Devon Brown

S taring at a blank page, with the clock ticking and your event just around the corner, can feel like standing on the edge of a high dive — terrifying.

This is especially true when you're grappling with how to write an emcee opening script , a task that can seem daunting even to the most experienced speakers.

You know you need to make a splash with your opening words, but the fear of falling flat feels heavy. Welcome to the all-too-familiar world of what I call 'The Opening Script Limbo,' where your best intentions for a powerful speech opener are trapped in feelings of doubt and anxiety.

You're not alone in this.

The struggle to script an engaging, timely, and effective opening is a common struggle for thousands of emcees and public speakers.

The weight of creating that perfect start can be overwhelming.

Get it wrong, and you risk not just a momentary hiccup but a ripple effect that could dampen the entire event — and your confidence as a speaker.

But what if you could turn that apprehension into anticipation?

What if you could transform those nerves into a confident, commanding presence the moment you step up to the microphone?

Well, that's exactly what my WAVE framework is designed to do.

It's your lifeline out of 'The Opening Script Limbo.'

With this 4-step framework, you're about to discover a straightforward path to crafting an opening script that not only engages your audience but also makes sure you’re the event emcee everyone remembers!

Better yet, you can use it to write your script in less than 10 minutes!

Here are the 4-steps to writing your next opening script fast.

Step 1: Welcome… The Gateway To Your Introduction

The first step of the W AVE framework is the W elcome.

Now, let me be clear, this is more than just a greeting; it's your golden opportunity to create a connection with every single person in the room.

Imagine walking into two different events.

At the first event, you're met with a generic, monotone 'Good evening, everyone' from the emcee. It's bland and forgettable, and you blend into the crowd, feeling more like a ticket number than a valued attendee.

Now, picture the second event.

As you enter, the emcee glows, saying something like, ' Welcome, friends! Whether it’s your first time joining us, or you’re a familiar face in our community, we’re thrilled to have each of you here. Together, we're about to embark on a remarkable journey where you’’ discover…. ’

This time, you feel seen, acknowledged, and part of something special.

That’s the power of a well-scripted welcome.

When you script the welcome for your next event, do:

1. Be Inclusive: Recognize the diversity of your audience. Whether they are seasoned attendees or first-timers, local guests, or international delegates, make sure each person feels specifically addressed and welcomed.

2. Show Genuine Enthusiasm: Your energy sets the event's energy. A warm, enthusiastic welcome can energize the audience and build anticipation for what's to come. Let your tone convey your excitement about the event and its value to attendees.

3. Create a Sense of Belonging: Use your welcome to foster a community feeling. Phrases like "We're thrilled to have you here," or "We're in this together" can go a long way in making your audience feel like they're part of something special.

Step 2: Appreciation… Show Heart By Acknowledging Those Behind The Event

After your warm welcome, it's time for the 'Show A ppreciation' step of the W A VE framework. This is where you acknowledge those unsung heroes who've worked tirelessly to bring the event to life.

This not only creates a positive atmosphere but also demonstrates your leadership and gratitude, qualities that resonate strongly with both your audience and your event team, right?

When you script the appreciation, do:

Be Specific and Personal: Mention individuals or teams by name, if possible. For example, "A big thank you to our event planner, Jane, and the entire catering team for their exceptional work."

Highlight Their Efforts: Briefly describe what they've done. This helps the audience understand the magnitude of their contributions. "For the past seven months, these incredible people have been planning, organizing, and ensuring everything you see tonight comes together seamlessly."

Encourage Audience Participation : Invite the audience to show their appreciation. A round of applause or a moment of acknowledgment can create a strong sense of community.

Step 3: Visualization… Clarify the Theme/Purpose of The Event and Set the Stage

Now, let's focus on V isualization, the third vital step in the WA V E framework. This is where you bring the event's purpose to the forefront, showing your audience the journey they're about to go on.

More than anything, you’re showing them “ what’s in it for them ”.

No one attends an event just for the sake of it; they come with specific goals in mind, like boosting their revenue or scaling their tech business.

Your job is to vividly paint a picture of how this event will help them achieve those goals and ignite their enthusiasm for the journey ahead.

When you script the theme discussion, do:

Be Clear and Concise: Tailor the theme into a straightforward, compelling message. For instance, "Today, we're diving into Strategies to 10x Your Tech Business in 2024' – giving you a roadmap for unprecedented growth and success."
Relate to the Audience: Connect the theme to your audience's aspirations and business objectives. "You, as tech entrepreneurs and innovators, are here to discover and implement strategies that will catapult your businesses into new heights and successes."
Build Anticipation: Highlight what they can look forward to throughout the event. "Prepare to learn from industry giants who will unveil their little known secrets you need to instantly drive more leads, customers, and profits into your business, 24/7, like clockwork!”

Step 4: Exit… Transition From Your Opening Speech with Passion and Purpose

The final part of your opening speech is the ' E xit,' a pivotal step in the WAV E framework. This is where you transition from your introduction to introducing your first speaker, with enthusiasm, energy and passion.

When crafting your exit, do:

Build the Excitement: Use your closing words to build the audience's anticipation. Imagine ending with a burst of energy, "So, are you pumped up!? Are you ready to discover how to add hundreds more customers to your business in the next 30 days, without spending an extra dollar on advertising?! Give me a “HELL YES!” if you’re ready for that!"
Introduce with Impact: Seamlessly introduce the next speaker in a way that maintains the momentum. Picture yourself saying, "Because our very first speaker is a true game-changer in the tech industry, and now, they're about to reveal strategies that will skyrocket your business revenue in 2024! Get ready to have your mind blown and your bank account swollen with strategies never revealed before on stage – please welcome…"

This Exit strategy isn't just a mere transition.

It's your job to make sure the audience is on the edge of their seats!

In summary, the WAVE opening speech framework looks like this:

A ppreciate
E xit

This is the fastest, easiest, and most stress-free way for you to write an opening speech that captivates your audience from the get-go and sets you up as the unforgettable emcee they'll be talking about for years.

And better yet, with WAVE, you can write an opening speech in minutes.

No more staring at a blank page for hours, no more doubts about hitting the right note; with WAVE you can script a powerful opening speech fast.

But don’t just take my word for it…

Let me show you, with a sample opening speech, using WAVE.

Sample Opening Speech Using The WAVE Framework

Scenario: Imagine you're about to open a tech conference. The auditorium is packed with eager entrepreneurs, investors, and tech enthusiasts. Now you need an opening script to set the stage.

Let’s try that with the WAVE framework:

{W} "Good evening, visionaries, innovators, and trailblazers of the tech world! Welcome to the 2024 Tech Titan Summit, where the brightest minds converge to redefine the future! Whether it's your first time here or you're a seasoned attendee, know that your presence is what transforms this event from ordinary to extraordinary.

{A} I want to take a moment to express my profound gratitude to those who've made this event possible – the tireless team, our dedicated sponsors, and every one of you here today. Your passion and commitment bring this vision to life. Let's give them all a thunderous round of applause!

{V} Now, let’s dive into why we're all here. This isn't just another tech conference; it's a launchpad for exponential growth. The theme for this summit, '10x Your Tech,' is not just a catchy phrase – it's a commitment, a challenge to each of us to push beyond the boundaries, to not just grow, but to multiply our impact, our reach, our revenue! Today, we're not just sharing ideas but sparking a revolution in the tech industry.

{E} So, are you ready to be part of this extraordinary journey? Let's set this stage on fire with our first speaker, a true maverick in tech innovation, someone who’s reshaped the industry as we know it. Get ready to learn exactly how our first speaker has taken her start-up from a humble home office to a global tech empire, growing their revenue from $1 million to $50 million, without any external funding... and how you can do the same… Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome to the stage…"

Is this script perfect?

No, of course not – but it's highly effective, incredibly engaging, and it took less than 8 minutes to put together.

This is the power of the WAVE framework.

It’s designed to help you quickly craft an opening that resonates with your audience's aspirations and sets the tone for a successful event.

Never Get Stuck In “Opening Script Limbo” Again

Say goodbye to the dread of scripting your event's opening.

No more second-guessing what to say, worrying if it’s good enough, or wondering how to keep your audience captivated.

Not when you have the WAVE framework in your toolkit:

Welcome: Create a genuine connection right from the start.
Appreciate : Acknowledge the team and audience, fostering a sense of community.
Visualize: Set the stage for the event's theme, aligning it with audience goals and aspirations.
Exit : Seamlessly transition with energy and purpose, leaving the audience desperate for more.

With WAVE, you’ll not only be able to write an opening speech script in minutes, but you’ll write one that has your audience engaged from the first word, and your event organizers begging you to be their host again!

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Script for your Emcee. Master of Ceremonies notes for a TEDx event.

Published by admin on july 18, 2019 july 18, 2019.

Over the past few years I have acted as Master of Ceremonies , or Emcee, for TEDx events. Firstly I emcee’d TEDxEAL in Denmark in 2016, where I was also the curator. Later, in 2018 and 2019 I was the emcee for TEDxKlagenfurt in Austria. Where I was trained by the wonderful public speaking and presentation expert Niki Ernst from My School Of Talk . Also, I currently write large parts of the Emcee’s script for TEDxOdense hosted by Barnabas Wetton from the Design School Kolding and Heather Hansen from the Global Speech Academy . And also the Emcee notes for TEDxOdenseWomen hosted by the wonderful Meg Larrabee Sønderlund .

The person who hosts your event as emcee has a really important job to do, and the choice of a good emcee , with a good script, can make all the difference in your event.

TEDx events are particularly special, because they put so much effort onto the speakers, the TEDx Emcee role is sometimes forgotten. So in this article I will take you behind the scenes and give you all the details on how to be the perfect Master of Ceremonies for a TEDx event.

This article is based on my experience, but feel free to add your own notes and ideas in the comments box at the end of the article. And always pick the Emcee that is right for your event.

How do you choose a TEDx Emcee?

This is a checklist I created, that I like to use when finding the perfect emcee.

Does the Emcee love the TEDx brand and deeply understand it? If your host is the master of ceremonies at lots of other events, is this just another job for them? Pick an Emcee who is in love with the brand and the event.

Has the Emcee been involved in a TEDx event before? Some of our best Master of Ceremonies have been people who have previously given a TEDx talk, and know the pressures and the magic of the event. If a person has never seen a TEDx event live, we wont consider them for the role of emcee.

Does the Emcee have a clear voice, that can easily be understood by an international audience ? Teachers, radio presenters, narrators, storytellers, speech therapists, podcasters, can all make great emcees. A clear, calm, easy to understand voice is essential.

Does the Emcee embody the spirit of your event? Every event has its own spirit and feeling. You need the right Emcee for the job. When TEDxOdense first started, it had a creative, maverick, high-energy feeling to the event. Our host Barnabas Wetton was able to capture and express that creative energy because of his background in working with creative projects.

When we looked for a host for TEDxOdenseWomen we had a smaller event, with a more intimate feeling. Topics such as inclusion and diversity were important. Also, we needed someone who could handle controversial topics with grace and sensitivity. We chose experienced teacher Meg Larrabee Sønderlund, who brought a caring, loving style of hosting to the stage. She used her years of teaching experience to bring the audience together as if it was one wonderful classroom with your favourite teacher, making the room feel safe and under control.

Can your Emcee match the energy of the room? Matching the energy of a room can be very challenging for an emcee. I have seen so many emcees that present an event in an inappropriate way. I have seen comedic emcees presenting in a funny and humorous way, when the audience really wants something serious and thought provoking. If a TEDx talk has been very emotional or intimate, it’s important that the emcee is comfortable with that energy, and embracing it, rather than trying to get the audience to laugh when they may be feeling reflective.

Is your Emcee fun, flexible, and dedicated backstage? As an event organiser, you will be spending a lot of time backstage with your emcee. Make sure that they are nice, friendly, and fun to be around.

A good Master of Ceremonies will always have a personal connection with all of the speakers. So they should be genuinely interested in what the speakers have to say. Whenever I am emceeing an event, I always try to spend as much time with the speakers as possible, during rehearsals, during dinner, in the hotel, chatting and getting to know them, so that when I meet them on stage we will have a genuine connection.

Is your Emcee open to comments, feedback and coaching ? A good Emcee is never on autopilot . Make sure that your master of ceremonies is open to coaching and feedback during rehearsals. Never let your emcee say “I know what I’m doing” and then treat your event like any other event. Make sure they take feedback well.

Does your Emcee have the right amount of time to prepare? I typically spend around 20 hours writing all the notes and script for a typical TEDx emcee. Your emcee really needs to know every last detail about your event and your speakers. I would then typically spend around 40 hours looking at every youtube video, reading every article and digging deep into the lives of the speakers so I really get to know them. I would then try to have two separate 30 minute conversations with each speaker to make them comfortable, and plenty of rehearsal time in the days coming up to the event.

If you are tempted to get an emcee who will just turn up on the day and make it up as he goes along, they are not the person for you.

Does your Emcee have the ability to control the audience, especially when things go wrong? You may see many great presenters on TV who appear very natural and at ease. But on TV mistakes can be edited out, autocues are available, and a whole team of people are there to make things go smooth. In a live event, anything can and will happen.

Make sure your Emcee has the skill and the confidence to keep things going when mistakes happen.

I love to work with teachers as emcees for events, as they are so skilled at dealing with large groups and stop them from spiralling out of control. If your emcee can handle a room full of 30 unruly teenagers, they have the skills to host your TEDx event.

Does your Emcee have the ability to put their ego aside to make the speakers the stars? This is such a difficult thing, as many professional presenters and emcees are used to being the centre of attention. But at a TEDx event, the speakers are the stars of the show. Can you find an Emcee who is humble enough to deal with this?

Can your Emcee show a wide variety of emotional range? Finally, we look at the emotional range of our Master of Ceremonies. Some Emcees have close to zero emotional range. Those who emcee weddings are used to following protocol. Those who emcee comedy events keep the laughter flowing. Those who emcee business events are professional. But at a TEDx event, you need a master of ceremonies who can play to a full emotional range. Can they deal with a speaker who is hilariously funny, and then to a speaker who will be talking about something deep and personal? Can they deal with a highly technical speaker right next to a crazy creative speaker? Can they show the right emotions at the right time?

Heather Hansen was great at showing her emotional range, having fun with chaotic and crazy Sam Battle , dealing with the sensitive subject of torture with Niaz Bayati , and then screaming at Simon Høegmark for making her hold a snake blindfolded.

Script for Emcee – Master of Ceremonies TEDx script.

Introduction

High energy hello and welcome. They are all “TEDsters” now Set the theme – Curious Minds 7th event. 7 years in a row. Get the audience to raise their hand if they are here for the first time. Get them to give a big cheer for first timers. If they are here for their first time, we need some HOUSE RULES before we can get the show started.

House rules

The audience is as important as the speakers. So interact, make new connections, add to the discussion. You are free to sit anywhere , in any seat you like, and after each break please move around to sit next to someone new. Don’t leave anything on your seat during the break or try to “reserve” a seat. Move around! Please be respectful to the speakers. We present a LOT of different ideas, and some of them you might not like. Some might offend you, some might challenge you. These controversial topics are intended to spark discussion. You might not like everything, in fact, it’s rare that you will. We want to challenge your beliefs and ideas. Please respect everyone’s ideas. Give some love to the volunteers. TEDx is not-for-profit and everyone, the speakers, the team behind the stage, even me, all give our time for free, so if you need help from one of our awesome volunteers, just ask. We have 27 team members and 45 volunteers from 10 different nationalities, working hard for the past year to make this happen. If they help you out, give them a hug, or a high five! If you need to leave, for whatever reason , please do NOT leave in the middle of someone’s talk. It’s very disruptive. If you are desperate to leave, please stay seated until after the talk. When I am on stage, you can quickly wriggle out between speakers. This is very important! YOU WILL BE ON VIDEO

Social media

Everybody pull out their phone and take an awesome selfie – Host takes a selfie too. Our Hashtag is #TEDxCityName Phones on SILENT NO CAMERA FLASHES They are welcome to take photos and tweet and everything. Be friendly to your fellow audience members! Turn around and find someone you don’t know. Shake their hand and say hello. Let’s make friends.

Chris Anderson video

The TED conference started in 1984 in California, and has now spread to communities all over the world. Today we start proceedings with a special video message from TED Curator Chris Anderson. Let’s take a look at the video

Stay on stage while video plays 1 min 30 seconds

Introduce session 1

[SESSION 1 TITLE NAME HERE] This session looks at: [THEME DESCRIPTION HERE] [SPEAKER 1] [How speaker 1’s talk links to the theme] [SPEAKER 2] [How speaker 2’s talk links to the theme] [SPEAKER 3] [How speaker 3’s talk links to the theme] [SPEAKER 4] [How speaker 4’s talk links to the theme]

Introduce speaker 1

[SPEAKERS NAME] / [SPEAKERS TITLE] / [SPEAKERS COUNTRY] / [SPEAKERS PHONETIC SPELLING] In this introduction, do not give away what the speaker will talk about, but ask the audince questions about some of the topics the speaker may raise. Please welcome [SPEAKERS TITLE] from [SPEAKERS COUNTRY]: [SPEAKERS PHONETIC SPELLING]

Speaker 1’s talk

Question 1 for Speaker 1…. Question 2 for Speaker 1…. Shake hands and say THANKYOU as a cue for speaker 1 to leave the stage.

You would then repeat this for each speaker in your session.

Here is how an Emcee may thank a partner/sponsors:

As you know, today wouldn’t be possible without the help and support of our partners: [Partners name] / [Partners phonetic name] One short line about how the partner is related to the theme of the event. [Partners name] / [Partners phonetic name] One short line about how the partner is related to the theme of the event. [Partners name] / [Partners phonetic name] One short line about how the partner is related to the theme of the event. And if you believe in ideas worth spreading, and you would like to become a partner for a future event please contact the team via [Email or other contact info here]

Many TEDx events like to show videos from the TED.com website alongside their speakers. Here is how your Emcee might introduce a video:

Introduce a video

In the spirit of Ideas Worth Spreading, todays TEDxCityName event is connected with many hundreds of different independently organised events around the world as part of a global community that share ideas, and today, YOU are part of that global community. Right now, today, on [EVENT DATE] there are TEDx communities just like this one, gathering to share ideas worth spreading in China, Kenya, Taiwan, Italy, Nigeria, Switzerland, Mexico and of course here in Austria. Tomorrow, there will be TEDx event in Israel, India, and the UK. [You can find a list of all TEDx events happing on any particular day on the TED.com website] All the talks you see today will be filmed and shared to millions of people on the TED website. And in turn, we share with you different video talks from around the world. The first of those videos is from California, from 2008. Seen over 10 Millions times around the world, in this video Benjamin Zander describes the transformative power of classical music. We hope that you feel inspired to try something for the first time here today, and maybe after watching this short talk you might feel in tune to your classical senses. From TED 2008 in California, please enjoy BENJAMIN ZANDER . LETS TAKE A LOOK AT THE VIDEO .

During your event, you may have several different breaks. Here is how the Emcee should introduce the breaks:

Introduce a break

Summarise the session. Thank the speakers from the previous session. Give a short tease as to what to expect from the next session. Tell the audience what they can do during the break (Some events have break activities, games, networking events, mini-discussions, or partner driven activities) Tell the audience about food options. (What food is available, how do they claim their food, is there specific instructions for vegetarians etc, how should they recycle their waste, is food allowed back in the main auditorium etc). Tell them how long the break is. End with “And be back in your seats at [Next session start time]…as we [final theme teaser]…”

At the end, some events like to invite the curator, organising team, license holders, or other volunteers on to the stage for a final applause and photo. This can be very complicated, so make sure that this is arranged in advance and that it is well rehearsed.

Ending the event

Thank the audience. Hope they have had a lovely time. GIVE A WRAP UP of the entire event. INVITE [Lead organiser] TO THE STAGE [Lead organiser] Thanks PARTNERS, then AUDIENCE. [Lead organiser] thanks SPEAKERS and invites them on to the stage. [Lead organiser] thanks VOLUNTEER TEAM and invites them on to the stage. Pose for photo with all on stage. [Lead Organiser] thanks EMCEE. [TEAM LEAVES STAGE] But the fun doesn’t end just yet, you can continue the fun at the After Party at [LOCATION], [TIME] where you can meet the speakers and the team, and party the night away. We know that you believe in ideas worth spreading. And now, you are all official TEDsters. So we hope that you will join us for: [NEXT YEARS EVENT THEME] [NEXT YEARS EVENT DATE] We really hope we will see you, and your friends there. Thank you for enjoying a day of ideas worth spreading. Goodnight!

You are welcome to use these notes, and change them in any way that works for your event. Please do leave a comment below if you find this helpful.

Joel Schaubel · November 13, 2019 at 1:21 pm

I have been selected at emcee for a TedX event in Hamilton, ON. Your post is very helpful to give me some guidance on how to put the script together for and prepare for the event. I appreciate you sharing your lessons learned being an emcee for a TedX event. Thanks

Andrew Hayford · November 20, 2019 at 12:06 pm

I am from Ghana, a student event emcee or Master of Ceremony. I have being chosen for Student Talk similar to TedX. Having a glance of your piece has enlightened me a lot. I am grateful going through these lessons. Thank you very much.

Jacob Zhang · November 6, 2020 at 2:42 am

I am organizing my very first TEDx event as a high schooler in New Jersey. This post was very helpful in helping me decide what my emcee needs to cover and really great for first timers like me. Thank you for sharing this.

Jesyl E. Demigaya · March 30, 2021 at 1:58 pm

If you maintain eye contact with your audience while speaking, you can observe the cues and adapt your message.

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Intros and Outros – How To Be A Great Emcee

“I want my emcee to introduce our guest speakers in an upbeat and professional way. We want our team to feel excited to hear what they have to say.” -Maria Jimenez, Event Planner

If there is only ONE thing event emcees are expected to do, it’s this: introduce the speakers.

Very little has ever been written about this. I personally own every book ever written on the topic of being a master of ceremonies (that I know about).

And guess what?

There is almost no information about how a host can effectively introduce speakers to an audience. It is my hope in this chapter to remedy that.

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Excellent Emcees Deliver Excellent Speaker Introductions

As the event MC, you represent more than the organization or company that hired you. In a way, you also represent the speakers. Before they ever set foot on stage, the audience has already been given a first impression of sorts. This impression is given by you, the host of the event. You want to set the speakers up well, so the way you deliver information about them is extremely important.

There are good introductions, and there are bad introductions.

In this section, we will go over some pointers on how to nail your speaker introductions. But first, here are some common mistakes to avoid.

How to make a bad introduction:

#1. read a long-winded speaker biography to the audience.

You do not need to narrate a speaker’s entire life story. Intros that go on too long lose their impact. You want to simply set the speaker up for success, not do their job for them. It may be helpful to think of it like a game of volleyball: your job is to “set” the speaker; they will “spike” with their presentation.

#2. Tell a joke or story instead of setting the speaker up to win

While it might be entertaining, telling a joke or story will take the focus off the speaker. Not to mention, it could also throw the program off schedule. Remember, the attendees are there to learn from the speakers, not from you.

#3. Bring the speaker on with weak energy.

This is vitally important. As I have mentioned, you are the conductor of the event. The audience is looking to you to know what they should expect. Your goal is to capture their utmost attention and direct it toward the speaker, so your tone and body language need to reflect enthusiasm.

If you’re excited, they’ll be excited.

Think of it from the speaker’s point of view. Wouldn’t you rather be greeted by an eager crowd than a lukewarm one?

The goal here is to get your audience fired up about meeting this special guest and hearing what they have to say. If your introduction is lacking, you risk dampening your attendees’ excitement– and possibly losing their attention altogether. The best way to support your presenters is to give a brief but enthusiastic introduction that highlights the reasons they have been asked to speak at the event.

How to make a good introduction:

Ask for it and review it ahead of time!
If you don’t get an intro, write it up yourself
Stoke the audience’s enthusiasm (and the speaker’s confidence)

Here is a simple but powerful ABC method for creating introductions that you can use to communicate the following things about each of your speakers:

What is the speaker’s #1 claim to fame?

What “qualifies” them to be giving a lecture on this topic?

What are several of the speaker’s career highlights?

Touch on some of the milestones that helped get them to where they are today.

Why has the speaker been invited to this event?

Say something about the speaker that builds a personal link to the organization and/or audience.

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Putting a good introduction into action

I had the good fortune as an event MC to introduce the amazing Tara Westover as a keynote speaker for a wonderful non-profit organization called ACE scholarships. Here’s how I approached it:

First, I took a look at her bio on her website.

“Tara Westover is an American author. Raised in Idaho by a father who opposed public education, she never attended school. She spent her days working in her family’s junkyard or stewing herbs for her mother, a self-taught herbalist, and midwife. She was seventeen the first time she set foot in a classroom. After that, she pursued learning for a decade, graduating magna cum laude from Brigham Young University and subsequently winning a Gates Cambridge Scholarship. In 2014 she earned a Ph.D. in history from Trinity College, Cambridge. Westover was Fall 2019 A.M. Rosenthal Writer in Residence at the Shorenstein Center at Harvard Kennedy School. She was selected as a Senior Research Fellow at HKS for Spring 2020. Educated is her first book.”

It’s great. It’s concise. But I wanted to re-work it and turn it into a dynamic spoken introduction.

I wrote it up this way and delivered this introduction:

“It is my privilege to introduce our keynote speaker.

She is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Educated ( AUTHORITY ).

Although she was only seventeen when she first set foot in a classroom, she pursued learning for a decade, graduated magna cum laude from BYU, and earned a Ph.D. in history from Trinity College, Cambridge ( BACKGROUND ).

She personifies what ACE Scholarships is all about: The power of learning ( CONNECTION ).

Please join me in welcoming to our stage, TARA WESTOVER!”

I want you to notice a few things here:

This introduction establishes Tara as an expert
It impresses the audience with her qualifications
And it builds a bridge to the organization’s mission.

You can also see that I put an exclamation point after her name. Why? I want to remind myself to welcome her on a high note!

Five More Master MC Tips for Delivering Rock-Solid Introductions

Have a conversation with the speaker before you introduce him or her.
Invite the audience to welcome the speaker to the platform
Make the intro complete AND to the point
The final words of the introduction should be the speaker’s name
Transfer positive energy to the speaker

One more bonus observation

The bigger the name, the shorter the introduction needs to be.

If you were introducing a megastar like Taylor Swift, you wouldn’t talk about her school history or the jobs she had growing up. You’d simply say, “Please welcome…TAYLOR SWIFT!”

When I had the thrill of introducing Alice Cooper as the headliner of the Christmas Pudding concert at the Celebrity Theater in Phoenix, I didn’t talk about his album sales or his international fame. The audience already knew and loved him. They paid to see him (not me)!

So, I got right to it.

“Ladies and gentlemen… ALICE COOPER!”

So, how does this relate when you are introducing a CEO to his or her own company?

It can be tricky. Hopefully, the team already knows and loves this person.

Here’s a sample introduction for a CEO to his/her own company:

“Get ready to say hello to the person who has led us into our best year ever ( AUTHORITY ).

She started with us as a sales rep, then became our marketing manager, and has been serving as our CEO since 2018 ( BACKGROUND ).

She loves her husband Mike, her two kids, John and Carolyn, and her two dogs, Bernie and Betsy. She loves our customers, and she loves all of you ( CONNECTION )!

Let’s give a warm welcome to our Chief Executive Officer, NANCY SHIM!”

The above introduction fits the personality of this CEO. For other company leaders, it would feel too casual. It’s important to set the right tone for each speaker. Whenever possible, let them see it before you say it.

Also of great importance are your outros. Delivering a smooth outro is essential for two things: transitioning nicely from one segment to the next and keeping the energy high. When the special guest has wrapped up their talk, put a nice bow on it by applauding, acknowledging, and appreciating their contribution to the event.

Bruce Springsteen has been called “The Boss.” Seeing him perform live is an incredible experience. Though he is the star, he also likes to take on the role of emcee. Here’s what The Boss had to say about intros and outros:

“A good introduction and a good outro make the song feel like it’s coming out of something and then evolving into something.”

See what Springsteen is getting at? Your job is to pave the way for the speaker. Then, when their speech has concluded, you want to provide an outro so that you can move on to the next part of the program.

How to Give an Outstanding Outro in 3 Steps:

At the conclusion of the presentation…

Start the applause
Say the presenter’s name
Sincerely thank them

Then, transition to the next part of the agenda.

Here’s an example of a great outro:

(While leading the audience by example and clapping for the speaker)

“Tremendous! Let’s keep the applause going for Dr. Sheryl Gonzales !

(Emcee and speaker fist-bump) That was terrific. What a great message about the importance of mental health. Let’s give another hand for Dr. Gonzales!

Thank you. Your talk was so perfect for our theme: “Growing together.”

(Turning back to the audience) And now, friends, we have another opportunity to grow together as a group. Let’s watch this video…” (transitions to next segment).

Outro Do’s & Don’ts

DON’T give a long commentary after the speech
DON’T have a private conversation with them onstage
DON’T walk back onstage until they are done
DON’T forget who/what needs to be introduced next

A warm introduction and a winsome outro will serve as beautiful bookends before and after each guest speaker. Remember to plan beforehand how you will present the presenters, as well as how you will see them off.

Your intros and outros are the bridges between each speaker and each segment of the program, so you want to take the time to build them well.

By becoming a master of intros and outros , you are well on your way to becoming a fantastic master of ceremonies!

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Supercompetent Speaking: The Emcee’s Introduction

Take charge from the beginning. Write the emcee’s introduction to your presentation yourself, provide it well before the event, and ask that it be read verbatim.

In many speaking situations, your client or a Master of Ceremonies (MC but written emcee) will introduce you before you take the stage. The emcee’s introduction is crucial, because it sets up your first comments. When properly handled, it can act as a launching pad for a great presentation; if flubbed, it’s like an anchor, dragging you down and forcing you to spend precious time repairing the emcee’s damage. Needless to say, you’ll want to maintain tight control over your introduction.

While you can’t keep a determined or incompetent introducer from doing a bad job, if you keep the following tips in mind, you’ll maximize the likelihood of success—for both of you.

1. Never let an introducer wing it. Your introduction must create a powerful, positive first impression. Therefore, unless the introducer is a very close friend, who is intimately familiar with your work, don’t let the person deliver an off-the-cuff intro to your presentation. All it takes is a few wrong words or ad-libbed stories to take the wind out of your sails. Provide a fully scripted introduction and request that it be read word for word. Don’t just provide an outline for the emcee to flesh out herself, or she may end up stretching it so far it takes up part of your speaking time.

2. Consider the content carefully. The introduction should quickly let the audience know why you are qualified to speak on this topic, while grabbing their attention and getting them interested in your topic. Keep it brief and to the point—less than 150 words. It should take less than a minute to present. It usually includes:

Who you are (your name and what makes you a credible expert)
Some funny factoid about you to connect on a human level
Your twitter handle if they are tweeting
The title of your topic (what you’ll speak about)
A quick audience pitch (why the content is important—and most importantly—why they should care)

3. Send your introduction in advance. Be sure your introducer has your introduction in hand at least a week before your presentation. (But bring a copy with you to the presentation, just in case.) Encourage your introducer to practice it in advance and ask for any questions. Request that it be read in an enthusiastic, upbeat way. Provide a pronunciation guide for your name or any words that might cause confusion. Ask the introducer to call you with any pronunciation questions before your speech.

A good emcee will read your introduction as written and immediately hand the stage over to you. So take charge from the beginning. Write the introduction yourself, have it read verbatim, provide it well before the event, and you should be good to launch into your excellent presentation.

Laura Stack, MBA, CSP, is an expert in productivity. For more than 20 years, Stack has worked with business leaders to execute more efficiently, boost performance, and accelerate results in the workplace. Her company, The Productivity Pro, Inc., provides productivity workshops around the globe to help attendees achieve Maximum Results in Minimum Time. Stack is the bestselling author of six books, with more than 20 foreign editions, published by Random House, Wiley, and Berrett-Koehler, including her newest work, “ Execution IS the Strategy” (March 2014). An expert in the field of performance and workplace issues, Stack has been featured on the CBS Early Show, CNN , the Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times . Connect via her website , Facebook , or Twitter .

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Gala Emcee Script: A Guide and Samples

First let's define the difference between standard events emcee and Gala emcee.

The primary difference between a normal emcee (emcee stands for “emcee,” which is a short form of the term “master of ceremonies”) and a Gala Emcee lies in the nature and scale of the events they typically host. Both roles involve facilitating and guiding an event, but their focus, style, and the level of formality may vary.

Normal Emcee:

Diverse Events: A normal emcee is versatile and can host a wide range of events, including weddings, corporate functions, community gatherings, and more.

Casual and Formal: They are adaptable to both casual and formal settings, tailoring their approach to suit the tone and atmosphere of the specific event.

Varied Audience: Normal emcees may engage with diverse audiences, and their content is adjusted based on the occasion and the demographics of the attendees.

Less Formal Scripting: While they may follow a script or plan, the scripting is generally less formal and allows for more spontaneous interactions with the audience.

Gala Emcee:

Gala Events: A Gala Emcee specializes in hosting high-profile, formal events, often with a specific focus on fundraising, awards ceremonies, or grand celebrations.

Elegance and Formality: Gala Emcees are known for maintaining a high level of elegance and formality, aligning with the prestigious nature of the events they host.

Corporate and Upscale Settings: They are frequently hired for corporate galas, charity fundraisers, or upscale events where a polished and sophisticated presentation is paramount.

Scripted and Structured: Gala Emcees often follow a more structured and scripted format to ensure that the event flows seamlessly and adheres to a refined schedule.

Specialized Skills: They may have specialized skills in handling dignitaries, VIP guests, or delivering polished presentations tailored to the high-profile nature of the event.

In summary, while a normal emcee is adaptable to a variety of events and settings, a Gala Emcee specializes in hosting formal, prestigious occasions that demand a higher level of elegance, formality, and adherence to a scripted program. The choice between the two depends on the nature and objectives of the event being organized.

The Blueprint for Gala Emcee Scripting

1. introduction and welcome:.

“Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, and our cherished sponsors, welcome to [Event Name]! I am your host for the evening, [Emcee Name], and it’s an absolute pleasure to be your guide through this enchanting gala.”

2. Express Gratitude and Acknowledgments:

“Before we embark on this incredible journey, let’s take a moment to express our deepest gratitude. A special thank you to our generous sponsors, dedicated organizers, and each of you for gracing us with your presence tonight.”

3. Event Overview and Theme Introduction:

“Tonight, we come together under the theme of [Event Theme]. This evening promises an exquisite blend of [mention key elements – entertainment, awards, speeches] that reflects the essence of elegance and celebration.”

4. Introduce Key Speakers and Performers:

“Our gala wouldn’t be complete without the brilliant minds and talented performers who have graciously joined us. Later tonight, we’ll be honored to hear from [Speaker/Performer Names], whose presence adds an extra layer of sophistication to our event.”

5. Awards Presentation:

“Now, let’s shine a spotlight on excellence. Our awards segment is a tribute to those who have demonstrated outstanding [mention the criteria – leadership, innovation, etc.]. So, without further ado, let’s dive into our first award category.”

6. Interactive Segments and Audience Engagement:

“We believe in making this evening memorable for each one of you. Get ready for some interactive segments, surprises, and, of course, opportunities for you to shine. Keep your eyes peeled, as you might just be part of the magic!”

7. Dinner Announcement and Entertainment Break:

“As we prepare to indulge in a delectable feast, let’s take a short entertainment break. Enjoy the delightful melodies of [Entertainment Act], and relish the company of your tablemates. Dinner will be served shortly.”

8. Closing Remarks and Thank You:

“As we approach the conclusion of this splendid gala, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you. Your presence has illuminated this event, and we hope you leave with wonderful memories. Until we meet again, good night, and thank you!”

Tips for Gala Emcee Scripting

Know Your Audience:

Tailor your script to resonate with the demographics and interests of the gala attendees.

Maintain a Graceful Flow:

Ensure a smooth transition between segments, allowing the evening to unfold seamlessly.

Inject Personality:

Add your unique flair to the script, making it authentic and engaging.

Practice Pacing:

Be mindful of the pacing, allowing the audience to absorb and enjoy each moment.

Stay Flexible:

Be prepared to adapt the script based on the audience’s response and unexpected developments.

Gala events are a blend of sophistication and celebration, and your emcee script should mirror this essence. Use the samples as a starting point, infusing them with your personality and the unique spirit of the gala you are hosting. With a well-crafted script, you’ll be ready to captivate the audience and orchestrate an unforgettable evening of glamour and festivities.

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Unlocking the Power of Script for Emcee

In this blog, we will dive deep into the world of emceeing and explore the role of an emcee, the importance of using a script, and how to write and deliver an effective script. We will also discuss the impact of a well-written script and how it can elevate the overall success of an event. So, let’s unlock the power of script for emcee and take your performance to new heights. Join me on this journey as we explore the following chapters: Understanding the Role of an Emcee, The Power of Script for Emcee, Writing a Script for Emcee, Preparing for the Event, Delivering the Script, and The Impact of a Well-Written Script. Let’s get started.

Definition of an Emcee and Their Role in Events:

An emcee is the host or presenter of an event. They act as the bridge between the audience and the event, ensuring that everyone is entertained and informed throughout. Their role is not limited to just announcing speakers and introducing acts, but also includes keeping the energy high, engaging the audience, and making sure the event runs according to plan.

Importance of an Emcee in Keeping the Event Flowing Smoothly:

An emcee plays a crucial role in keeping the event on track and running smoothly. They act as the timekeeper, making sure that each segment of the event stays within the allotted time. They also help transition between different parts of the event, keeping the audience engaged and interested. Without an emcee, an event can feel disjointed and unorganized, leading to a negative experience for the attendees.

Qualities of a Good Emcee and how they contribute to the Success of an Event:

Benefits of using a script for emceeing:.

As an emcee, your role is to be the face and voice of an event. You are responsible for keeping the audience engaged, introducing speakers and performers, and ensuring the event runs smoothly. To do this successfully, you need to have excellent communication skills and the ability to think on your feet. However, even the most experienced emcees can benefit from using a script. So, what exactly is a script? A script is a written document that outlines the flow of an event and includes the emcee’s lines and cues. It serves as a guide for the emcee to follow and helps them stay on track throughout the event. A well-written script also includes important details such as the event timeline, speaker introductions, and any special announcements. One of the key benefits of using a script for emceeing is that it helps you stay organized and reduces nerves. With a script in hand, you can focus on delivering your lines confidently without worrying about forgetting important information. This allows you to engage with the audience and make a lasting impression. Moreover, a script helps you maintain a professional and polished image. It ensures that you deliver all the necessary information accurately and in a timely manner. This is especially important for corporate events where the emcee represents the company or organization hosting the event. A well-prepared and well-delivered script can leave a positive impression on the audience and reflect positively on the event’s organizers. In addition, a script can also enhance the emcee’s performance. By having a clear structure and flow, the emcee can focus on their delivery and engage the audience. A script also allows for better transitions between different segments of the event, making the emcee’s role seamless and effortless. Furthermore, a script can help the emcee tailor their performance to the specific event. For example, a script for a formal gala dinner will differ from a script for a casual charity event. By customizing the script to fit the event’s tone and purpose, the emcee can deliver a more impactful and memorable performance.

Script for Emcee

1. corporate event emcee script:.

Good evening ladies and gentlemen, I’m [Your Name] and it’s my pleasure to welcome you all to this year’s [Company’s Name] annual conference. We have an exciting lineup of speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities just for you. But before we dive into that, let’s start the evening with a warm welcome to our CEO, [CEO’s Name].

2. Wedding Reception Emcee Script:

Hello everyone! I’m [Your Name], and I feel truly honored to be your emcee tonight as we celebrate the beautiful union of [Bride’s Name] and [Groom’s Name]. Tonight is about love, laughter, and creating unforgettable memories. So, let’s kick off this joyous occasion by raising a toast to our newlyweds.

3 . Charity Event Emcee Script:

4. awards ceremony emcee script:.

Esteemed guests, we graciously extend a heartfelt welcome to each and every one of you who have gracefully chosen to attend the renowned [Year] [Awards Name]. I’m [Your Name], your host for tonight’s celebration of talent and perseverance. Tonight, we honor individuals who have made remarkable contributions to our community. Without further ado, let’s begin the ceremony with our first award category.

Hey there, fabulous individuals! Bright and shiny greetings to all! I’m bursting with joy as I introduce myself as [Your Name]. It fills my heart with absolute delight to extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you on this momentous occasion – the awe-inspiring graduation ceremony for the class of [Year] at our beloved [School University’s Name]. Today, we gather here not just to celebrate an end, but also a new beginning.

We’re here to recognize the perseverance, hard work and determination of our students who have reached this important achievement for them in the course of their life. Before we begin we should take a moment to appreciate the unwavering loyalty of the staff, teachers and parents who have been there to guide these minds as they embark through their path.

So, with no further delay Let’s kick off this wonderful celebration with the parade of our graduating students. As they walk through the stage, let’s show them a round applause. This is a small sign of our gratitude and pride for the accomplishments they’ve made and the amazing tasks they’re still to complete.”

6. Script :

Ladies, gentlemen, and esteemed guests, it is my absolute pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all of you for what promises to be an incredibly captivating evening. I’m [Your Name] I have the privilege to serve as your emcee at the launch of the [Product’s Name], which is the most recent technology from [Company’s Name[Company’s Name].

We’re thrilled to have you here and to be a part of this significant event, as we unveil the product we believe will change the field. Before we go on to the point, let’s kick off the evening by looking back on the path that [Company’s Name] took to reach this historic moment.

And now, without additional effort, let’s welcome to the stage [CEO’s name (or Product Head’s Name) and who has been instrumental in the introduction of the product to life.”

7. Fundraising Event Emcee Script:

Good evening, everyone! My name is [Your Name], and it’s my great honor to be your host for tonight’s [Event’s Name]. We’re all here because we believe in [Cause’s Name], and together, we can make a difference. We have a fantastic program lined up, filled with inspiring stories, incredible performances, and of course, opportunities for you to contribute to this wonderful cause. But first, let’s welcome our keynote speaker, [Speaker’s Name], to share more about the impact of your generosity.

8. Panel Discussion Emcee Script:

Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to [Event’s Name]. I’m [Your Name], your host for today’s stimulating discussion on [Topic Name]. We have a panel of esteemed experts who will share their insights and experiences on this topic. But before we dive into the conversation, let’s take a moment to introduce each of our panelists. Our first panelist is [Panelist’s Name], [Brief Introduction].

9. Corporate Award Ceremony Emcee Script:

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen! I’m [Your Name] and it is my privilege to be your emcee tonight at [Company’s Name] Annual Awards Ceremony. We’re here to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of our colleagues who have gone above and beyond in their roles. We have an exciting evening ahead, filled with recognition, inspiration, and celebration. But first, let’s invite our esteemed CEO, [CEO’s Name], to the stage to share a few words about the incredible year we’ve had.

10. Charity Auction Emcee Script:

Hello and welcome to all Hello! My name is”[Your Name]” and honored to host tonight’s Charity Auction to benefit [Name of Charity]. Tonight will not only have some incredible items available to bid on, but each dollar that is raised will go toward making a positive impact on life of people who require the in the most need. So, be prepared to open your heart and wallets as we start this exciting event. Now with no further delay let’s talk about the first item we will put that is up for auction.

11. Conference Emcee Script:

Good morning, everyone! I’m [Your Name], your host for the [Conference’s Name]. It’s wonderful to see so many professionals gathered here, ready to learn and connect. We have an exciting agenda ahead, filled with enlightening presentations, engaging discussions, and networking opportunities. But first, let’s welcome our keynote speaker, [Speaker’s Name], who will set the tone for our conference with his/her insightful presentation.

12. Wedding Reception Emcee Script:

Good evening, lovely ladies and gentlemen! We are absolutely thrilled to welcome each and every one of you to the joyous celebration that is the wedding reception of [Couple’s Names]. We have an evening full of joy, laughter, and dancing ahead. But before we dive into the festivities, let’s raise our glasses to toast the newlyweds. May their journey together be filled with love, happiness, and endless adventures.

13. School Talent Show Emcee Script:

Good morning, students, teachers, and honorary guests I am [Your Name] and I am honored to host the [School Name] Annual Talent Show. We’re celebrating the numerous abilities that have made our institution an exciting and vibrant location. There’s an impressive line-up of performances, ranging from dancing and singing to magicians and stand-up comedy.

Before we get deep into our world of talents let’s take the time to appreciate the hard work of our staff and teachers who helped make this event happen. Also we would like to say a huge thank you to everyone in the viewers, for your participation and enthusiasm.

Without further delay let’s begin the show by performing our first act. Get your hands in the air in front of [First Performer’s name] to delight us with their incredible musical talent.”

14. Corporate Event Emcee Script:

Good evening Ladies and Gentlemen! My name’s [Your NameI’m [Your Name] and it’s my pleasure to warmly welcome all of you to the [Company Name]’s annual Gala. This gala is all about celebrating our accomplishments and recognizing the dedication of our team and anticipating the exciting opportunities ahead.

There is a great line-up with speakers that will be sharing their experiences and insights. Additionally, there will be an award ceremony that will recognize the extraordinary contribution of our employees. Of course, we’ll conclude the evening with dancing and music to dance and relax.

15. School Assembly Emcee Script:

Good morning, students and staff! I’m [Your Name], your host for today’s school assembly. We have an exciting program lined up, including performances by our talented students, awards recognition’s, and a special guest speaker. First, let’s welcome our school choir to the stage for the national anthem.

16. Community Event Emcee Script:

Hello everyone! My name is [Your Name] and it’s my pleasure to be your emcee for today’s [Event’s Name]. This event is all about celebrating our beautiful community and strengthening our bonds. We have a lot in store for you – games, food stalls, and a fantastic concert by local musicians. But first, let’s hear from our community leader, [Leader’s Name], who has a few words to share with us.

17. TV Show Emcee Script:

18. birthday party emcee script:.

Hello, everyone! I’m [Your Name], your host for tonight’s joyous celebration. We’re here to celebrate [Birthday Person’s Name]’s special day with laughter, love, and lots of cake. Let’s kick off the festivities with a toast to our birthday star!

19. Announcement Emcee Script:

I’m [Your Name] and I’ve got some exciting news to share. [Make the announcement]. Thank you for your attention, and let’s continue to enjoy the event!”

20. Office Event Emcee Script:

21. new project launch emcee script:.

Welcome, everyone! I’m [Your Name], and I am honored to be your host for the launch of our exciting new project. This project represents our dedication to innovation and progress. Stay tuned as we unveil more details about this ground-breaking initiative.

22. Wedding Emcee Script:

Good evening, everyone! I’m [Your Name], and it is my honor to welcome you all to the beautiful union of [Bride’s Name] and [Groom’s Name]. Today, we celebrate love, commitment and the beginning of a wonderful journey. Let’s raise a toast to the newlyweds!

23. Conference Emcee Script:

Hello, ladies and gentlemen! I’m [Your Name], your host for the [Conference Name]. We have an exciting lineup of speakers, panel discussions, and networking sessions. Let’s dive into a day filled with learning and inspiration!

24. Charity Event Emcee Script:

Good evening, kind hearts! I’m [Your Name], and I warmly welcome you to our annual [Charity Event Name]. Tonight, we come together to make a difference and bring hope to those who need it the most.

25. Sports Event Emcee Script:

Hello, sports enthusiasts! I’m [Your Name], your host for today’s thrilling [Sports Event Name]. Get ready to witness some incredible feats of athleticism and sportsmanship!

Tips for Writing an Effective Script:

Be concise: A good script should be concise and to the point. Avoid using long and complicated sentences, as they can be difficult to deliver and may bore your audience. Use humor: Humor is a powerful tool that can engage your audience and make your performance more memorable. Incorporate some light-hearted jokes or witty remarks in your script to keep your audience entertained and engaged. Know your audience: Before writing your script, it is important to understand your audience. Consider their age, interests, and cultural background. Tailor your script accordingly to ensure that it resonates with your audience and keeps them engaged throughout the event. Include audience interactions: A script should not be a one-sided conversation. It is essential to include interactions with the audience to keep them engaged. This can be in the form of asking questions, inviting them to participate in activities, or simply acknowledging their presence.

Elements to Include in a Script:

Introductions: The beginning of your script should include a warm welcome to the audience and an introduction of yourself as the emcee. This sets the tone for the event and helps to establish a connection with the audience. Transitions: Transitions are important in a script as they help to smoothly move from one segment of the event to another. Use transitions to introduce speakers, performers, or different activities. Key points: Your script should include the key points that you want to convey to your audience. This could be information about the event, the speakers, or any important announcements. Make sure to include these points in a clear and concise manner. Timings: It is important to include timings in your script to ensure that the event runs smoothly and on schedule. This will also help you to pace your performance and ensure that you don’t run out of time.

How to Tailor a Script for Different Types of Events:

Every event is unique, and as an emcee, it is important to tailor your script to suit the specific event. Here are some tips for adapting your script for different types of events: Corporate events: For corporate events, your script should be professional and formal. Avoid using humor that may be deemed inappropriate and focus on delivering key information and messages. Weddings: Weddings are more personal and emotional events, so your script should reflect this. Incorporate personal anecdotes and use a warm and friendly tone to engage with the audience. Charity events: Charity events often have a serious and heartfelt tone. Your script should reflect this by highlighting the cause and the importance of the event. Use emotional appeals to encourage the audience to support the cause. Award ceremonies: Award ceremonies require a balance between formal and entertaining. Your script should include introductions of award recipients, their achievements, and some light-hearted jokes to keep the audience engaged. Preparing for the Event- Importance of preparation for an emcee- How to use the script to prepare for the event- Rehearsing the script

As an emcee, your role is to be the host and guide for an event. You are responsible for keeping the audience engaged and ensuring the flow of the event runs smoothly. To do this effectively, preparation is key. Not only does it help ease nerves and increase confidence, but it also allows you to deliver a flawless performance. And one of the most powerful tools in your preparation arsenal is the script. Preparing for an event also helps you feel more confident and in control. It allows you to anticipate any potential issues and have a plan in place to handle them. This, in turn, helps ease any nerves or anxiety you may have before going on stage.

How to Use the Script to Prepare for the Event:

The script is your guide for the event, and it is essential to use it effectively in your preparation. Read it multiple times to understand its flow and the key points you need to cover. Make any necessary edits or additions to make it more personalized and engaging. Once you have a good understanding of the script, it’s time to practice. Rehearse your lines, paying attention to your tone, pace, and body language. This will help you become more comfortable with the script and deliver it confidently on the day of the event. It is also crucial to familiarize yourself with the event program and any other key information related to the event. This will help you understand the context of the event and tailor your script accordingly. It will also help you answer any questions from the audience or handle any unexpected changes.

Rehearsing the Script:

Rehearsing the script is an essential part of your preparation. It allows you to fine-tune your delivery and make any necessary changes to the script. It also helps you become more comfortable with the content, making it easier to deliver it confidently on the day of the event. During rehearsals, pay attention to your body language and tone. Practice using appropriate gestures and facial expressions to enhance your delivery. In addition to rehearsing the script, it is also helpful to have a backup plan in case of any technical difficulties or unexpected situations. This could include having extra notes or prompts to help you stay on track.

Using Body Language and Tone to Enhance the Script:

As an emcee, delivering a script confidently is crucial to the success of any event. It is not just about reading the words on a piece of paper, but it is about engaging the audience and keeping them interested throughout the event. In this chapter, we will discuss some tips for delivering a script confidently, using body language and tone to enhance the script, and how to handle unexpected situations during the event while still following the script.

Tips for Delivering a Script Confidently:

Maintain Eye Contact: One of the most important things to remember when delivering a script is to maintain eye contact with the audience. This shows confidence and helps to build a connection with them. Avoid reading directly from the script and instead, glance at it occasionally while maintaining eye contact with the audience.

Use Appropriate Body Language:

Your body language can convey a lot to the audience. Stand tall, use hand gestures to emphasize important points, and move around the stage to keep the audience engaged. Avoid crossing your arms or fidgeting, as it can make you appear nervous or disinterested.

Speak Clearly and Slowly:

It is important to speak clearly and at a moderate pace when delivering a script. This allows the audience to understand and follow along with the script. Take pauses when necessary and use inflection in your voice to add emphasis and keep the audience interested.

Practice, Practice, Practice:

Using tone and inflection to enhance the script:.

Tone and inflection play a significant role in delivering a script confidently. By varying your tone and inflection, you can add depth and emotion to the words on the script. This will help to keep the audience engaged and interested in what you are saying. Use a conversational tone and adjust your inflection to match the mood of the event.

How to Handle Unexpected Situations during the Event :

No matter how well you prepare, there may be unexpected situations or changes during the event. It is essential to handle these situations while still following the script. Here are some tips to help you do so confidently: Stay Calm: The key to handling unexpected situations is to stay calm. Remember that the audience is not aware of what is supposed to happen, so they will not know if something goes off-script. Be Flexible: As an emcee, you need to be adaptable and flexible. If something does not go as planned, think on your feet and find a way to make it work. You can refer to your script for guidance, but do not be afraid to deviate from it if necessary. Keep the Audience Informed: If there are any changes or unexpected situations, it is essential to keep the audience informed. Use your script as a guide to communicate any changes or updates to the audience in a confident and professional manner.

Examples of successful emcees that use scripts and how it has contributed to their success:

In conclusion, the power of script for emcees cannot be underestimated. It is an essential tool that can unlock the potential of an emcee and elevate any event to new heights. By understanding the role of an emcee, the importance of using a script, and how to effectively write and deliver one, any aspiring emcee can become a pro at their craft. So, embrace the power of script and take your emceeing skills to the next level!

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Chapter 15: how to emcee an event, introduce speakers, and present awards.

You have been accepted as a leader in your company or your community. You have been asked to serve as a program chair for a dinner or master of ceremonies (otherwise known as MC, or emcee) for a more lavish event. It's quite an honor. It means you are known by the audience and respected by the people putting the event together. If you do it well, you are admired anew and you grow in stature within your company and with all those in attendance.

Your First Responsibility - To Open the Event

Your first responsibility is, of course, to open the event, to welcome everyone. Usually you will do this from a platform or a stage. How you do it creates the climate for the meeting. You either lift the audience and build anticipation, or you bore them and create apathy. As such, you are the catalyst. You carry the audience on your shoulders. At this point, they are a clean slate. You are the artist who determines what is painted there.

Many years ago, there was a great speaker named Percy Whiting. He would always greet the audience by asking in a booming, microphone-aided voice, "Can you hear me in the back over there?" while pointing to the far right corner. A few brave members of the audience in that corner would shout back, "Yes, we can hear you!"

Percy would then turn and gesture to the far left corner while booming, "Can you hear me in the back over there?" The answer would come back, "Yes we can!" Then Percy would say at the same high volume level and with his arms outstretched, "Well, then, let's begin!"

You Are the Focal Point

Here's what Percy Whiting accomplished by opening in that way:

He became the focal point. All side conversations ceased. He got everyone's attention and brought the group to order.

He achieved audience interaction. Members of the audience actually spoke out loud. Amazing!

He created excitement. The anticipation level started off on a high.

That was what he wanted to accomplish. That was his purpose. Yet it all seemed so natural as far as the audience was concerned. It was fun, and it stirred everyone to attention.

Identify Key People in the Group

In the crowd, of course, will be significant people within your organization. They need to be recognized for any number of reasons - if nothing else, they have marquee value with the audience, and their noted attendance will lend prestige to the event. Let's use an example. We'll assume that you are the program chairman for a fund-raising event for your local YMCA. There are seven hundred people present. Once you have opened the session and welcomed those in attendance, you need to give ample recognition to the officers, the directors, and the people who were responsible for putting the event together.

Do it individually for the key people. Decide with them beforehand if they will stand when their names are mentioned. Make sure you know how to pronounce their names. If you muff an important name, you're a dead man - or woman. And it feels bad, too. If there is a difficult name, ask its owner how it's pronounced. Then say it back to them at least three times. Then write it phonetically in your notes. Then say it five times to yourself before your moment of truth.

Provide the Common Bond

Next, tell the audience "why we are all here." This critical opening statement tells the crowd why your prominent panel of speakers is taking the time to be present and offers a connecting common thread that brings the speakers and the entire audience together. You need to find this thread, state it, and connect everyone.

An Example of an Opening

We are here tonight because the "Y" is, in some way, important to each of us. Certainly many of us use the Y regularly as an adult fitness facility. And it's the best and most affordable one in town. But that's not where the great Y legacy comes from. It comes from what it has done for kids. Probably 75 percent of you folks in this room can remember a time when you were a kid and the Y made a positive difference in your life. And though the Y has programs for every age group, kids are what we are all about. The Y has no equal for providing programs for the development of kids from toddlers through the teen years.

I'd like to share a quote about kids from one of our great presidents, Theodore Roosevelt. He said: "Every kid has inside him an aching void for excitement. If we don't fill it with something that is exciting, interesting, and good for him, he will fill it with something that is exciting, interesting, and which isn't good for him." The Y has been supplying that excitement in a way that's good for kids since it began in 1850. But it can't do it without the help and support of people like you. Thank you for being here.

Why It Works

Now imagine yourself in the audience hearing what you just said. It's pretty good, isn't it? There had to be a beginning. The session had to be opened. The audience needed to be connected to one another and to the event. And you just did it. You've given the event a common denominator and a perspective. Everyone present is now "tuned in."

The very next thing you should do is give the audience an overview of the agenda. Tell them what to expect. Include an indication of how long the program will be. Now your listeners are comfortable. They know the parameters. They will settle in.

Your Second Responsibility - To Introduce the Speakers

The next step is to get on with the program. Usually that means you introduce the first speaker. Is there a right way to introduce a speaker? You bet there is, and it begins with an understanding of your responsibility as the go-between, the connecter of the audience to the speaker.

It's similar to when you're hosting a party at your home and you have guests who don't know one another. You feel an obligation to introduce them, to tell each of them something about the other, so that they will discover areas of common interest. You want to connect them so that they can interact better. Once you have accomplished that, the party becomes lively, the guests will talk more freely.

The same thing holds for the talk of introduction, though you should go into a bit more detail, since the dialogue that takes place at a party will be missing.

The word "introduce" comes from the Latin words intro , which means inside, and ducerem which means to lead. When we introduce a speaker properly, we lead the audience inside the speaker's world so that the audience is intrigued by the topic, impressed by the speaker's accomplishments, and excited to be present.

How to Organize an Introduction

Is there a simple way to organize such a talk? Of course there is. We call it the TEAS format. It was created by Charlie Wend, a cofounder of Communisync, and has helped thousands of "introducers" perform this function flawlessly.

Here's how it works:

T � Title of the speaker's talk; why it's important to this audience.

E �Experience and Educational background of the speaker

A �Anecdote about the speaker that:

Reveals a human interest dimension of the speaker and / or

Dramatizes the importance of the speaker's subject

S �Speaker's name

Try to hold the speaker's name until last, even when the audience knows who the speaker is. It keeps the introduction cleaner and adds a sense of drama and a lift to the end of your intro.

To do this exceptionally, your first job is to interview the speaker and gather the necessary background information. You may have to work harder to get the anecdote. Sometimes the speaker is shy or "can't think of one." In that case, ask him or her for the name of a friend and phone that person to get the anecdote. Even if you encounter roadblocks, persist. It's worth it.

A Simple Luncheon Intro

J. Walter Thompson (JWT) was hosting a luncheon for the Ford Motor Company, its biggest account, to celebrate a new advertising campaign.

The luncheon would take place in the JWT executive dining area. About seventy people would be present, half Ford people, half JWT.

The JWT management supervisor, Glen Fortinberry, wanted the event to be special. He wanted a speaker who would appeal to this sports-oriented audience. So he arranged for Frank Gifford, the former all-pro Giants flankerback, to be a speaker. He also asked Charlie Wend to introduce Frank.

Gathering Information

The first thing Charlie did was to call the New York Giants' office. He talked to Ray Walsh, the general manager, and told him that he was going to introduce Frank and that he wanted to tell the story of the great catch Frank made against the Steelers toward the end of his career, at Yankee Stadium.

Ray Walsh said, "I'll never forget that catch. We [the Giants] were in the race for the Eastern Divisional Championship of the NFL. We were tied. We had to beat the Steelers to get to the championship game. We were in the fourth quarter. It was third down with fourteen yards to go for a first. We were on our own forty-yard line. The quarterback was Y. A. Tittle. Gifford lined up left and ran a crossing pattern.

"Joe Walton, the tight end, was supposed to clear the area for Frank but was held up at the line of scrimmage. So Frank ran his pattern with two defenders on him. Y. A. was being rushed hard, but he held the ball as long as he could. He finally threw it out of desperation, and he threw it long. There was no way Frank could get to it ... but he did. He dove, caught it with his fingertips, and tucked it in as he rolled on the ground. It was a first down. We went on to score, and we won the Divisional Championship. Frank's catch was the turning point."

Charlie took notes and was overjoyed because he knew he had a good anecdote! He also had prepared the other parts of the TEAS format.

No Secrets: Tell the Speaker What You'll Say

On the day of the luncheon, Charlie met with Frank Gifford and told him what he was going to say while introducing him. Not a bad idea. There's nothing worse than spouting some facts in your introduction and then having the speaker walk to the lectern and disclaim the truth of what you just said.

Let's look at the format for the talk of introduction as it applied to Charlie's intro of Frank Gifford. It follows the TEAS plan.

Topic: "What it means to be a professional"

Charlie stated why that topic was important to this audience of Ford people: "Skill and professionalism separate the great ones from the not-so-greats in professional football; the same is true when creating great Ford advertising."

Experience and Education: Charlie provided facts about Gifford's professional background:

Graduate of USC, where he was All-American

NFL career 1952 to 1964

Starred on both offense and defense during 1953 season

All-NFL four years

Seven Pro Bowls

Pro Bowl selection in three different positions, as defensive back, halfback, and flanker

Original team of broadcasters on Monday Night Football

Covered the Olympics and other special events for ABC

Anecdote: Charlie told the story of Frank's catch against the Steelers. He made the point that the catch represented the epitome of professionalism.

Speaker's Name: Charlie simply said, "Ladies and gentlemen, I am happy to present our speaker today . . . (pause) . . . Frank Gifford."

Charlie had a little rubber football with him on the lectern, and as Frank walked to the lectern, Charlie tossed him the little football, which Frank caught and tossed back to him. Nice touch. Luckily, Frank caught the little football.

Frank Gifford's Transition

Frank's opening remarks went something like this: "Thank you, Charlie, for the nice introduction. Actually, I'm not the one who deserves the credit for that play. Y. A. held his ground back there, looking death in the eye as two defensive linemen roared at him. After he threw the ball, he was almost annihilated by those tacklers. Any other quarterback would have thrown the ball away to avoid being hit so hard, and I wouldn't have had the chance to catch it.

"After the play, I congratulated Y. A. for holding the ball that long and then getting it to me. And he said, ‘I wish I had thrown it to Del Shofner [a faster receiver] instead of you, Frank. Del would have been wide open, five yards in front of those defenders. It would have been an easy play, and I wouldn't have been hit by those linemen.'"

A Great Introduction Is Enjoyed By All

That was Frank's transition into his talk. He was so self-effacing the audience loved him before he even started his prepared remarks. That's what a good anecdote can do for a speaker. It provides an opportunity for the speaker to gracefully transition from the introduction into his talk. But it's not just the speaker who benefits, the audience does, too. The entire affair rises to a new level if the introductions are done well.

After the luncheon was over, Frank sought Charlie out, thanked him again, and said, "Would you follow me around and introduce me whenever I speak?"

The Key, Of Course, Is the Anecdote

If you can get a good anecdote, the speaker is "launched" with the audience. Charlie once introduced Ted Sorensen, a former speechwriter for President Kennedy, at one of those JWT events. Sorensen was a brilliant man who looked rather studious. In the introduction, Charlie said, (deliberately holding Ted's name until the end of the intro):

"Last week this man pitched a shut out and knocked in the winning run for his team in a slow pitch softball game in Central Park. And even after those heroics, he was much more elated by the team victory than by his own contributions. It shows what a team player this man is."

Notice how the story humanized Ted Sorensen. The audience could identify with him just a little bit more.

Sometimes it's difficult to get the necessary information, try though we might. We think we can get the material on the spot, and so we let it go until we have nowhere to turn for help. But we shouldn't excuse ourselves. Remember, a speaker cannot be as effective with a weak introduction. He cannot do it alone. You are there for a purpose. You are there to help make the event more meaningful, more enjoyable, than it could be without you.

Sometimes the Setting Is Difficult

For many years I lived with my wife and family in Old Greenwich, Connecticut. One day in May, the organizer of the local Memorial Day parade asked me:

"Kevin, would you be willing to serve as the grand marshal of the parade? If you say ‘yes,' here's what's involved:

"You would be part of the great parade, riding in the elevated back seat of the grand marshal's car as the parade weaves its way through town. Alongside of you would be our guest celebrity and featured speaker, Fred Furmark (not his real name), of TV fame. The parade will start at Todd's Point and work its way all the way down Sound Beach Avenue, ending at Memorial Rock.

"You and Fred will wave to the crowd during this journey. They will line the streets on both sides and be hanging off the train trestle bridge as you go under it. At Memorial Rock in Binney Park, you will introduce Fred. He will give his Memorial Day talk, and the parade will be over."

The whole thing sounded exciting to me, so I said, "Sure. I'll do it."

I knew how to do an introduction. It meant I'd have to get some information about the speaker, but I could get that from him as we inched our way along in the parade.

The Memorial Day Parade

Memorial Day came, and it wasn't long before I found myself in the back of the car with Fred Furmark on Shore Road in Old Greenwich, behind marching bands, baton twirlers, Veterans of American Wars, American Legion members, Girl Scouts, Daughters of the American Revolution, the Fire Department, local officials, and just about any other organized group that wanted to walk or march from Todd's Point to Memorial Rock.

Fred and I were in the middle of all that. I told him I would be introducing him and asked him to tell me about his background. He said, "I've lived in this town for twenty years and they all know me here."

We were sitting high in the grand marshal's car, waving to the left, to the right, overhead. Wherever there were people waving, we waved back. It was fun. But I had a job to do. I needed information from my fellow "waver," and I was a little bit nervous about whether I was going to get it.

Interviewing the Speaker

So I said, "Fred, what is the topic of the talk you are going to give?"

He waved to the people standing in front of Sterling Watts's hardware store, and said, "I'm going to talk about patriotism."

I said: "I need a title for your talk."

Fred said, "How about ‘What freedom means today'?"

I said, "I like it if you do."

At this point someone from the crowd yelled, "How are you doing, Fred?"

Fred answered, "I'm doing fine. I love being here with all of you."

We returned to our dialogue, still smiling, still waving. I said, "Could you tell me something about your background, your schooling?"

Fred said, "Why do you want to know about that?"

So I said, "I have to introduce you. I have to tell the people about you."

Fred said, "They all know me. I've lived in this town for twenty years."

I said, "Fred, please help me. I've got to introduce you, and I need some info on you. Would you help me?"

Little by little, Fred answered my questions and gave me what I needed. He never missed a wave. He smiled indefatigably. And a lot of the people did know him. I was really impressed with this fine man, but I sure struggled in getting enough information. I've changed a few details, but here is the outline of my introduction:

Topic: "What freedom means today"

Experience and education:

Graduated from Fordham University

Worked for his father as a law clerk for two years

Went into broadcasting. Played Batman on radio for ten years

Hosted Deal and Cash In

Hosted Winner Gets All

Hosted Make a Million

Has hosted The Truth Will Set You Free for the last eight years

Is considered the first game-show superstar

Has had more exposure on daytime TV than any other TV personality

Anecdote: "Fred is a family man, with five children, four girls and a boy. Despite his fame and the demands on his time, the job he loves the most is that of superintendent of a Sunday school in our town of Greenwich. His deeply religious core shows itself when he bids adieu to both his Sunday school class and to the participants who perform on his show by saying, ‘Good-bye, and may God be with you.'"

Speaker's Name: "Ladies and gentlemen, our celebrity Memorial Day speaker . . . (pause) . . . Fred Furmark."

Always announce the name with a rise of intonation and a burst of volume. The speaker's name is the culmination of your talk. If you have held the name until the end, the speaker will rise and walk toward you with outstretched hand as the audience applauds.

Keep It Short, Then Step Out of the Spotlight

You might wonder how long the talk of introduction should be. The answer is - it should be short. Not longer than sixty seconds. Your job is to sell the speaker to the audience, enhance his or her stature, tickle the audience's fancy, build their anticipation, and excite them about the speaker. All of that, but no more, in sixty seconds.

You are not the speaker. Don't be confused by that. You are there to prepare the way for the speaker, not compete with him or her. And, for heaven's sake, don't show off your knowledge about the speaker's subject. Here is an old speaker's lament:

Nothing makes me madder Than when the introducer's patter Is my subject matter

Your Third Responsibility - Presenting Awards

If you are program chair inside your company or organization, you will either present awards or direct others to do so. This is a special time. The award winners love it. The audience loves it. There are two scenarios to be dealt with; one is when you have a series of awards or acknowledgments, and the other is when you are presenting the coveted top awards.

Examples of a Series of Awards

Members of a team who worked together

People who reached new sales "highs"

Top producers in different categories

People who helped make an event successful

Those who made quota

Extraordinary accomplishment

When you are delivering an award, make sure you clearly state what the accomplishment was. Dramatize it. Make it sound important. Be enthusiastic. Be happy. Be upbeat. Be impressed.

Hold the name until last. Announce it with gusto. Smile at each recipient. Shake their hands. Show how delighted you are. Remember that your speech - what you say and how you say it - is a massive part of the award. You create the aura. You create the magnitude. You create the sense of triumph. If you do it well, the award winners will revel in their moment. Potential recipients will be motivated to strive for the same recognition in the future. The audience will be impressed. The event will be a success. And you will be responsible for that success.

Make Sure You Pronounce the Names Correctly

The best way to sidestep this common error is to practice pronouncing the names. The best time to botch a name is in private. There are no penalty points for that, but if you do it out loud to the audience, that's the one thing they will remember - and they will think you're a jerk. That's not fair, but that's the way it is. As Dale Carnegie once said, "Remember, a man's name is, to him, the sweetest and most important sound in any language."

Don't ever lose sight of the fact that these people are being singled out for recognition. It's a marvelous moment, each time - for them. If you are bored with it, or it comes off as dull or perfunctory, you have failed. You lose personal stature with all those present. So, keep your enthusiasm at a high level from beginning to end, no matter how long and drawn-out the ceremony may become. Even if it sometimes seems to you that you are going on forever, remember that it is the first time and the only time for each person being recognized.

The Coveted Top Awards

Ideally there should be but one of these, just as there is only one Congressional Medal of Honor. But it's easy to make a case for two. Is there an absolute limit to how many top awards there can be? Yes. The outside limit is three. Beyond that, there is no exclusivity. The value is tarnished.

In many companies, the top award gets its name from some event in the company's history. Let me give you an example. At Communisync, the top honor you can receive is the Jack Sloan Broken Pick Award.

The Story Behind the Broken Pick Award

Jack Sloan joined Communisync as a salesman and worked for the company for eight years. He was marvelously successful because he worked hard and he worked smart. The vice president of sales, Ted Fuller, was so impressed with his work ethic that he used Jack as an example at one of our sales meetings saying, "You never have to wonder where Jack is. If you can't find him in the office, it's because he's at a client somewhere, breaking his pick (as in digging a hole with a pickax), trying to make a sale."

And so was born the Broken Pick Award. It goes to the person who best demonstrates that they "went the extra mile," "broke their pick," to make the sale. The award, given once a year, is a plaque with the broken pickax symbol on it. It's the apex, the epitome of recognition. You might think a broken pick isn't too glamorous. But that's where tradition and company culture come in.

When presenting a coveted top award, do so with much excitement and joy. Show that you are thrilled to be a part of this great moment and to be sharing it with everyone in the room. Follow these five simple steps:

Tell the story and the philosophy of the award.

Lay out the success record and accomplishments of the recipient.

Explain how the accomplishments demonstrate the philosophy.

Hold the name until last even though they know who it is.

Say the name with gusto.

Key Learnings for How to Emcee a Meeting, Introduce a Speaker, and Present Awards

Consider yourself honored if you are asked to be a program chair. It's a showcase for you. It will do more for your stature and visibility in your company than six months of normal work.

Use the TEAS formula when introducing a speaker. It's simple and it works. The introduction will be livelier and the speaker better launched.

Make sure you get a good anecdote; it makes your introduction special. It also sets up the speaker, and the audience loves it.

Hold the name for last when you introduce a speaker or present an award. It helps build anticipation. The audience will applaud more enthusiastically.

Punch the name with gusto when you announce the speaker or the award winner's name.

Use the person's name ten or fifteen times in the course of the introduction. This strips all drama from the ending.

Talk too long. You are the preface, not the book.

Try to steal the show by being a comedian or by seeking undue attention. Not your job. There's a place in heaven for a good emcee. Most comedians never get there.

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May 13, 2015

by Andy Saks

So you’ve been drafted to be an emcee at an upcoming seminar, awards ceremony, or other event?

Don’t panic. You can do it, and do it well. You can even enjoy it.

Recently, I published “ 6 tips to make your seminar or event emcee script sparkle .” This companion post tackles the other side of the coin: 4 common mistakes you should avoid to help ensure you don’t alienate your audience in the opening seconds of your emcee gig.

Each “don’t” is a lesson learned from my own painful experience on various stages and in various audiences. Consider them shared with love, and take them to heart. You’ll have more fun, create a better experience, and your audience will thank you.

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EMCEE TIP 1: DON’T OPEN WITH A JOKE

Admit it: when you first accepted your emcee role, you hastily raced through your mental Rolodex of jokes (readers under 35: this is a Rolodex ) for a snappy one-liner you could use to initiate enough uproarious laughter to start your event with a bang.

Don’t. I love you, but don’t.

Opening jokes are notorious for falling flat. Reasons vary, but generally it’s because:

Your audience hears a “Please love me!” needy subtext that alienates them
Your joke lacks the context (situation, story, slide, etc.) to help it float
The joke isn’t funny
All of the above

And when your joke falls flat, instead of uproarious laughter, you’ll be greeted with blank stares and the sound of the guy in the last row coughing.

In fact, unless you’re a professional comedian and you’ve honed your razor-sharp comedy writing skills through countless performances in subterranean comedy clubs, I’d suggest staying away from scripted jokes altogether.

Was I polling the audience at this recent emcee gig in Washington, D.C., about the pitfalls of opening with a joke? I’ll never tell.

That doesn’t mean you can’t be funny. It does mean you shouldn’t force the funny. Instead, let the funny find you, and seize it when it does.

In my experience, the best humor at live events is spontaneous. It erupts when you’re relaxed on stage, engaging freely with your audience, and not worrying about every detail of the proceedings.

In that state, your mind free of anxiety and interacting with your crowd, trust me: moments will naturally present themselves that are ripe for humor. Someone in your audience or on stage will say or do something spontaneously that cries out for a funny retort.

Because you’re relaxed, you’ll recognize this moment, invent the right retort, and deliver it with just the right flair. And because your audience recognizes your retort’s context, and detects not a whiff of underlying neediness, they are far more likely to respond with the uproarious laughter you crave. (When they do, remember: start speaking again when their laughter has died down about halfway.)

Now here’s the best part: as the emcee, you get the credit for both the other person’s funny setup and your funny rejoinder. In fact, you get credit for anything funny that happens in your event. That’s the glory (and the risk) of the emcee role.

Still absolutely insist on opening with a scripted joke? OK, then. First, deliver it for your boss, co-worker, intern, infant, ingrate, someone. Get their honest feedback and take it to heart. If each one of them laughs until milk comes out of their nose…don’t use it anyway.

EMCEE TIP 2: DON’T DIMINISH EXPECTATIONS

Have you ever seen an emcee (or a speaker in any context) start a speech like this?

“This is my first time doing this, so bear with me.”

“I was just asked to step in and didn’t have time to prepare.”

“I can’t believe I have to follow [previous speaker] .”

“I’m really nervous.”

Still excited? Me neither.

Anxious emcees tend to blurt out these statements the moment they take the stage, in an uncontainable, last-ditch effort to lower expectations and increase sympathy for their plight. In effect, they’re telling their audiences, “I’m going to suck, but before you judge me, consider my circumstances.”

I’m startled by how often I see speakers start with self-deprecating declarations like these. Just when their audience’s level of eager anticipation has peaked, these emcees vacuum it right out of the room in a sudden, one-sentence whoosh . Resigned to mediocrity, audience members sigh and reach for their smartphones.

That won’t wash. Your audience members deserve better. They chose to be there. They showed up. They’ve been promised, implicitly or explicitly, an enjoyable experience. And you are the master of their ceremonies. Telling them you’re not 100% ready to deliver (or at least try and deliver) that experience immediately erases any possibility of it happening. What a bummer of a first impression.

What should you do instead? Do a great job. Take the gig seriously. Prepare and practice with whatever time and resources are available. Then when you take the stage, instead of telling your audience you aren’t up to the task, show them you’ll try your best and give your all and won’t go down without a fight. If you do that and are less than perfect, you’ll find them much more sympathetic to your plight and appreciative of your effort.

EMCEE TIP 3: DON’T READ YOUR SCRIPT IN PERFORMANCE

Many emcees work with a formal, complete script of everything they’ll say in performance. Either they write it themselves, or a professional scriptwriter does it for them.

In many cases (especially corporate and high-profile gigs) the event manager will use the script to set the audio, lighting, prop, slide, and other cues managed by the crew during performance. So as the emcee, everyone else in your production is counting on you to say your approved lines in the right order, without straying from the script.

Here’s this situation’s emcee challenge: how do you get all the words in that approved script from paper to brain to mouth during your performance?

Many emcees take the low-tech, obvious route and simply print a copy of their script or notes, take it on stage, and read it to their audiences. In the performance world, this is, shall we say, frowned upon.

Why? Fairly or not, reading from a piece of paper instantly signals to your audience that you’re unprepared, that you haven’t internalized what you want to say. It also interrupts your eye contact with them, which makes it difficult to stay connected to them (and generate that spontaneous humor we talked about). Instead, reading directs both your focus and that of your audience to your paper, at which point the paper becomes the true star of your show, and you become its supporting player.

Some emcees take an alternate route, placing their word-for-word script on the slides projected on the screen for everyone to see, or on a laptop computer placed at their lectern. The effect is the same: the emcee reads the notes, the audience knows the emcee is reading, and your notes become the true master of your ceremony.

So what’s your alternative to reading? Here are four your might try:

1. MEMORIZATION: If you’re good at memorizing, have the time and focus to dedicate to it, and trust your ability to recall your lines in performance, this may work for you. The downside is the immense prep time it requires, the likelihood your script won’t be ready early enough to memorize it, and the recall anxiety that often accompanies performing from memory (every actor has a horror story about forgetting their lines on stage). But if this option appeals to you, by all means, go for it.

2. TELEPROMPTER: The teleprompter is commonly used by politicians, emcees, and other speakers. You place your script on a TV monitor that usually sits near or at the foot of the stage. You glance at it, read a phrase, look at your audience, deliver the phrase, and glance back for the next phrase. As you do, a teleprompter operator scrolls your script at the right speed to match your delivery. A teleprompter thus lets you read and deliver your lines while still generally looking toward your audience, which beats reading slides or paper. However, you’re still reading a screen, which isn’t optimal. And you’ll have to rent teleprompter equipment and hire an operator, which can get expensive (though today there are free and low-cost teleprompter apps for tablets that may be a viable substitute).

3. EARPROMPTER: The Earprompter is the secret weapon of so many corporate performers, actors and politicians. It’s an audio recording and playback system designed specifically for live performance. Basically, you record your word-for-word emcee script into a souped-up audio recorder, along with your slide advances and other directions and cues. Then in performance, you play back your recording into a hidden earpiece, and deliver your script as you hear it. An Earprompter relieves you of notecards, memorization (and recall anxiety) and a teleprompter. It keeps your attention focused on your audience, and reassures you that your words will be there when you need them. However, the Ear equipment requires a sizable investment and a fair amount of training and practice to use in on stage. Still, if you regularly emcee events, give speeches, or engage in other types of performance, you may well find it (as I have) by far the best option available, worth every penny, and a godsend every time your script isn’t ready until the last minute.

To get a quick taste of the Ear, watch this 30-second intro video:

4. SPONTANEITY AND NOTES: In this approach, you move away from using a formal, word-for-word script altogether, and toward a more informal, spontaneous speaking style. First, write an outline of what you generally want to say, using single words or short phrases to remind you of topics you’ll address, names and titles of guests you’ll introduce, key ideas and information you’ll share, etc. Then, you place that outline on a sequence of slides or notecards. Since you’re only writing single words and short phrases instead of full sentences, you should be able to glance at them quickly, remember what to say, and turn your attention back to your audience as you improvise your delivery. If your emcee gig is a one-off event, and the options above are unappealing, this is probably your best option.

Choose the option that helps you stay most relaxed, centered, connected to your audience. Be sure to rehearse with your chosen setup, anticipate what might go wrong, and just in case, bring a printed copy of your full script as a backup (it’s still better than saying nothing!).

EMCEE TIP 4: DON’T FREAK OUT IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG

During my junior year in high school, I played the role of Jonathan in a drama club production of Arsenic and Old Lace . In one scene, I had to fall asleep on a long wooden box that sat against a wall (really a 20-foot-tall, plywood scenery panel). When another actor touched my shoulder, I was to roll off the box and on to the stage without opening my eyes, as if I were still asleep.

During our opening-night performance, while lying on the box feigning sleep, I somehow got my hand caught inside a loop of rope that was secured to the scenery panel. (How this happened still puzzles me; the mystery has triggered more than one nightmare over the years.) The loop wrapped itself around my wrist.

For me, the scariest thing about this play was accidentally tearing down the scenery on opening night.

As the other actor touched my shoulder and I rolled obediently on to the stage—eyes still shut—I heard a sudden gasp from the audience. As I’d rolled, the rope, still wrapped around my wrist, had pulled the top of that scenery panel down almost to the stage, suspending it just a few feet above me. That panel pulled its two neighboring panels down with it. Only the end panels on the far sides of the stage were left standing, like a mouth with the three middle teeth knocked out. Video footage confirmed that when the panels fell, several members of the stage crew, headsets and flannel shirts and all, were suddenly exposed to the audience. (The crew stayed up half the night fixing the set and would not talk to me at the cast party.)

Lying on my stomach on the stage (still feigning sleep) I heard the audience gasp, cracked open one eye, and saw the middle panel hovering just a few feet above me. Did I panic? Did I scream? Nope. I closed my eyes, put my head back down against the cold stage, and began convulsing uncontrollably with laughter while the crew scrambled to pull the panels back into place. The audience members (including my parents and many others I knew) laughed with me until they cried, then applauded in sympathy. After all, what else could we do?

And for the rest of the night, when we encountered scripted lines like “This whole house is falling apart!” we delivered them with sly winks, milking a little extra humor from this unexpected reference to our shared traumatic experience.

The moral of the story? Stuff happens in live performance. We’re human. We’re imperfect. Things go wrong.

The only question is how you’ll handle them when they do go wrong. The best thing—maybe the only thing—you can do is to laugh along with your situation, fix it and move on. It may seem like the end of the world, but as my dad likes to say, the sun will still rise tomorrow.

Plus, remember, your audience takes its cues from you about how they should react to the unexpected. If you react as if your problem is a calamity, they’ll assume it is, and respond with panic and aversion. If you address it calmly, laugh it off and move on, they’ll smile, laugh it off with you, and move on too.

I hope these “don’ts” steer you away from mistakes, and toward a performance that’s enjoyable for your audience, and sheer pleasure for you. Please share your own tips and stories in the Comments field below.

OK, you’ve read this far; ready to laugh a little? Here’s my own emcee demo reel with some funny moments from various gigs. Enjoy!

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Andy Saks owns and runs Spark Presentations, a private company founded in 1998 that provides presentation skills training and speech coaching for executives, salespeople, marketers and other businesspeople, plus booth staff training for trade show exhibitors.

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Spark’s client list includes large corporations like AT&T, Best Buy, FedEx, Hyundai, Intel, Kimberly-Clark, Olympus, Owens-Corning, Panasonic, Samsung, Sony, and Volvo; high-tech industry players like AMD, Atrion, Citrix, Gigamon, and Symantec; service organizations like Vistage, 1nService and NERCOMP; and New England institutions like the Boston Jewish Film Festival.

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by Phamous | May 15, 2017 at 8:31 am

I love to be an mcee but whenever I have the slight opportunity to be on stage … stage fright will take over,, how can i get stage fright off me?? Also tip me on how to be a good and professional mcee.. thanks..awaits your reply

by Andy | May 15, 2017 at 5:05 pm

Hi Phamous, thanks for your question. Stage fright is virtually universal so you’re in good company! I have a seminar program called “Fear to Fun” that explains why you “freak when you speak” and how to reduce that fear. There’s a full-length video of me delivering a short version of this program on Spark’s YouTube channel, at https://youtu.be/7dfcDvd_cyY . Start there! 🙂

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15 Powerful Speech Opening Lines (And How to Create Your Own)

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Powerful speech opening lines set the tone and mood of your speech. It’s what grips the audience to want to know more about the rest of your talk.

The first few seconds are critical. It’s when you have maximum attention of the audience. And you must capitalize on that!

Instead of starting off with something plain and obvious such as a ‘Thank you’ or ‘Good Morning’, there’s so much more you can do for a powerful speech opening (here’s a great article we wrote a while ago on how you should NOT start your speech ).

To help you with this, I’ve compiled some of my favourite openings from various speakers. These speakers have gone on to deliver TED talks , win international Toastmaster competitions or are just noteworthy people who have mastered the art of communication.

After each speaker’s opening line, I have added how you can include their style of opening into your own speech. Understanding how these great speakers do it will certainly give you an idea to create your own speech opening line which will grip the audience from the outset!

Alright! Let’s dive into the 15 powerful speech openings…

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1. Ric Elias

Opening: “Imagine a big explosion as you climb through 3,000 ft. Imagine a plane full of smoke. Imagine an engine going clack, clack, clack. It sounds scary. Well I had a unique seat that day. I was sitting in 1D.”

How to use the power of imagination to open your speech?

Putting your audience in a state of imagination can work extremely well to captivate them for the remainder of your talk.

It really helps to bring your audience in a certain mood that preps them for what’s about to come next. Speakers have used this with high effectiveness by transporting their audience into an imaginary land to help prove their point.

When Ric Elias opened his speech, the detail he used (3000 ft, sound of the engine going clack-clack-clack) made me feel that I too was in the plane. He was trying to make the audience experience what he was feeling – and, at least in my opinion, he did.

When using the imagination opening for speeches, the key is – detail. While we want the audience to wander into imagination, we want them to wander off to the image that we want to create for them. So, detail out your scenario if you’re going to use this technique.

Make your audience feel like they too are in the same circumstance as you were when you were in that particular situation.

2. Barack Obama

Opening: “You can’t say it, but you know it’s true.”

3. Seth MacFarlane

Opening: “There’s nowhere I would rather be on a day like this than around all this electoral equipment.” (It was raining)

How to use humour to open your speech?

When you use humour in a manner that suits your personality, it can set you up for a great speech. Why? Because getting a laugh in the first 30 seconds or so is a great way to quickly get the audience to like you.

And when they like you, they are much more likely to listen to and believe in your ideas.

Obama effortlessly uses his opening line to entice laughter among the audience. He brilliantly used the setting (the context of Trump becoming President) and said a line that completely matched his style of speaking.

Saying a joke without really saying a joke and getting people to laugh requires you to be completely comfortable in your own skin. And that’s not easy for many people (me being one of them).

If the joke doesn’t land as expected, it could lead to a rocky start.

Keep in mind the following when attempting to deliver a funny introduction:

Know your audience: Make sure your audience gets the context of the joke (if it’s an inside joke among the members you’re speaking to, that’s even better!). You can read this article we wrote where we give you tips on how you can actually get to know your audience better to ensure maximum impact with your speech openings
The joke should suit your natural personality. Don’t make it look forced or it won’t elicit the desired response
Test the opening out on a few people who match your real audience. Analyze their response and tweak the joke accordingly if necessary
Starting your speech with humour means your setting the tone of your speech. It would make sense to have a few more jokes sprinkled around the rest of the speech as well as the audience might be expecting the same from you

4. Mohammed Qahtani

Opening: Puts a cigarette on his lips, lights a lighter, stops just before lighting the cigarette. Looks at audience, “What?”

5. Darren Tay

Opening: Puts a white pair of briefs over his pants.

How to use props to begin your speech?

The reason props work so well in a talk is because in most cases the audience is not expecting anything more than just talking. So when a speaker pulls out an object that is unusual, everyone’s attention goes right to it.

It makes you wonder why that prop is being used in this particular speech.

The key word here is unusual . To grip the audience’s attention at the beginning of the speech, the prop being used should be something that the audience would never expect. Otherwise, it just becomes something that is common. And common = boring!

What Mohammed Qahtani and Darren Tay did superbly well in their talks was that they used props that nobody expected them to.

By pulling out a cigarette and lighter or a white pair of underwear, the audience can’t help but be gripped by what the speaker is about to do next. And that makes for a powerful speech opening.

6. Simon Sinek

Opening: “How do you explain when things don’t go as we assume? Or better, how do you explain when others are able to achieve things that seem to defy all of the assumptions?”

7. Julian Treasure

Opening: “The human voice. It’s the instrument we all play. It’s the most powerful sound in the world. Probably the only one that can start a war or say “I love you.” And yet many people have the experience that when they speak people don’t listen to them. Why is that? How can we speak powerfully to make change in the world?”

How to use questions to open a speech?

I use this method often. Starting off with a question is the simplest way to start your speech in a manner that immediately engages the audience.

But we should keep our questions compelling as opposed to something that is fairly obvious.

I’ve heard many speakers start their speeches with questions like “How many of us want to be successful?”

No one is going to say ‘no’ to that and frankly, I just feel silly raising my hand at such questions.

Simon Sinek and Jullian Treasure used questions in a manner that really made the audience think and make them curious to find out what the answer to that question is.

What Jullian Treasure did even better was the use of a few statements which built up to his question. This made the question even more compelling and set the theme for what the rest of his talk would be about.

So think of what question you can ask in your speech that will:

Set the theme for the remainder of your speech
Not be something that is fairly obvious
Be compelling enough so that the audience will actually want to know what the answer to that question will be

8. Aaron Beverley

Opening: Long pause (after an absurdly long introduction of a 57-word speech title). “Be honest. You enjoyed that, didn’t you?”

How to use silence for speech openings?

The reason this speech opening stands out is because of the fact that the title itself is 57 words long. The audience was already hilariously intrigued by what was going to come next.

But what’s so gripping here is the way Aaron holds the crowd’s suspense by…doing nothing. For about 10 to 12 seconds he did nothing but stand and look at the audience. Everyone quietened down. He then broke this silence by a humorous remark that brought the audience laughing down again.

When going on to open your speech, besides focusing on building a killer opening sentence, how about just being silent?

It’s important to keep in mind that the point of having a strong opening is so that the audience’s attention is all on you and are intrigued enough to want to listen to the rest of your speech.

Silence is a great way to do that. When you get on the stage, just pause for a few seconds (about 3 to 5 seconds) and just look at the crowd. Let the audience and yourself settle in to the fact that the spotlight is now on you.

I can’t put my finger on it, but there is something about starting the speech off with a pure pause that just makes the beginning so much more powerful. It adds credibility to you as a speaker as well, making you look more comfortable and confident on stage.

If you want to know more about the power of pausing in public speaking , check out this post we wrote. It will give you a deeper insight into the importance of pausing and how you can harness it for your own speeches. You can also check out this video to know more about Pausing for Public Speaking:

9. Dan Pink

Opening: “I need to make a confession at the outset here. Little over 20 years ago, I did something that I regret. Something that I’m not particularly proud of. Something that in many ways I wish no one would ever know but that here I feel kind of obliged to reveal.”

10. Kelly McGonigal

Opening: “I have a confession to make. But first I want you to make a little confession to me.”

How to use a build-up to open your speech?

When there are so many amazing ways to start a speech and grip an audience from the outset, why would you ever choose to begin your speech with a ‘Good morning?’.

That’s what I love about build-ups. They set the mood for something awesome that’s about to come in that the audience will feel like they just have to know about.

Instead of starting a speech as it is, see if you can add some build-up to your beginning itself. For instance, in Kelly McGonigal’s speech, she could have started off with the question of stress itself (which she eventually moves on to in her speech). It’s not a bad way to start the speech.

But by adding the statement of “I have a confession to make” and then not revealing the confession for a little bit, the audience is gripped to know what she’s about to do next and find out what indeed is her confession.

11. Tim Urban

Opening: “So in college, I was a government major. Which means that I had to write a lot of papers. Now when a normal student writes a paper, they might spread the work out a little like this.”

12. Scott Dinsmore

Opening: “8 years ago, I got the worst career advice of my life.”

How to use storytelling as a speech opening?

“The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller.” Steve Jobs

Storytelling is the foundation of good speeches. Starting your speech with a story is a great way to grip the audience’s attention. It makes them yearn to want to know how the rest of the story is going to pan out.

Tim Urban starts off his speech with a story dating back to his college days. His use of slides is masterful and something we all can learn from. But while his story sounds simple, it does the job of intriguing the audience to want to know more.

As soon as I heard the opening lines, I thought to myself “If normal students write their paper in a certain manner, how does Tim write his papers?”

Combine such a simple yet intriguing opening with comedic slides, and you’ve got yourself a pretty gripping speech.

Scott Dismore’s statement has a similar impact. However, just a side note, Scott Dismore actually started his speech with “Wow, what an honour.”

I would advise to not start your talk with something such as that. It’s way too common and does not do the job an opening must, which is to grip your audience and set the tone for what’s coming.

13. Larry Smith

Opening: “I want to discuss with you this afternoon why you’re going to fail to have a great career.”

14. Jane McGonigal

Opening: “You will live 7.5 minutes longer than you would have otherwise, just because you watched this talk.”

How to use provocative statements to start your speech?

Making a provocative statement creates a keen desire among the audience to want to know more about what you have to say. It immediately brings everyone into attention.

Larry Smith did just that by making his opening statement surprising, lightly humorous, and above all – fearful. These elements lead to an opening statement which creates so much curiosity among the audience that they need to know how your speech pans out.

This one time, I remember seeing a speaker start a speech with, “Last week, my best friend committed suicide.” The entire crowd was gripped. Everyone could feel the tension in the room.

They were just waiting for the speaker to continue to know where this speech will go.

That’s what a hard-hitting statement does, it intrigues your audience so much that they can’t wait to hear more! Just a tip, if you do start off with a provocative, hard-hitting statement, make sure you pause for a moment after saying it.

Silence after an impactful statement will allow your message to really sink in with the audience.

Related article: 5 Ways to Grab Your Audience’s Attention When You’re Losing it!

15. Ramona J Smith

Opening: In a boxing stance, “Life would sometimes feel like a fight. The punches, jabs and hooks will come in the form of challenges, obstacles and failures. Yet if you stay in the ring and learn from those past fights, at the end of each round, you’ll be still standing.”

How to use your full body to grip the audience at the beginning of your speech?

In a talk, the audience is expecting you to do just that – talk. But when you enter the stage and start putting your full body into use in a way that the audience does not expect, it grabs their attention.

Body language is critical when it comes to public speaking. Hand gestures, stage movement, facial expressions are all things that need to be paid attention to while you’re speaking on stage. But that’s not I’m talking about here.

Here, I’m referring to a unique use of the body that grips the audience, like how Ramona did. By using her body to get into a boxing stance, imitating punches, jabs and hooks with her arms while talking – that’s what got the audience’s attention.

The reason I say this is so powerful is because if you take Ramona’s speech and remove the body usage from her opening, the entire magic of the opening falls flat.

While the content is definitely strong, without those movements, she would not have captured the audience’s attention as beautifully as she did with the use of her body.

So if you have a speech opening that seems slightly dull, see if you can add some body movement to it.

If your speech starts with a story of someone running, actually act out the running. If your speech starts with a story of someone reading, actually act out the reading.

It will make your speech opening that much more impactful.

Related article: 5 Body Language Tips to Command the Stage

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Final Words

So there it is! 15 speech openings from some of my favourite speeches. Hopefully, these will act as a guide for you to create your own opening which is super impactful and sets you off on the path to becoming a powerful public speaker!

But remember, while a speech opening is super important, it’s just part of an overall structure.

If you’re serious about not just creating a great speech opening but to improve your public speaking at an overall level, I would highly recommend you to check out this course: Acumen Presents: Chris Anderson on Public Speaking on Udemy. Not only does it have specific lectures on starting and ending a speech, but it also offers an in-depth guide into all the nuances of public speaking.

Being the founder of TED Talks, Chris Anderson provides numerous examples of the best TED speakers to give us a very practical way of overcoming stage fear and delivering a speech that people will remember. His course has helped me personally and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to learn public speaking.

No one is ever “done” learning public speaking. It’s a continuous process and you can always get better. Keep learning, keep conquering and keep being awesome!

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Inspiring Emcee Script for 2023 Graduation & Moving Up Ceremonies – Ignite the Future

Sample Emcee Script for Moving Up or Graduation Ceremony

A emcee script in the graduation ceremony is quite helpful because all schools will be conducting or celebrating graduation rites or moving up ceremonies every year. For those teachers who are assigned to be EMCEEs or Masters of Ceremonies but don’t yet have a guide, this emcee script will be useful for them.

An emcee script is sometimes difficult because there is a protocol to follow. Teachers who are always assigned to be the emcee at every event should be trained to guide them. Not only English majors but teachers from all subject areas must attend because not all English majors will be assigned to be hosts, but I believe all teachers who have the potential or ability to speak or communicate should also attend.

A sample emcee script in the graduation ceremony;

Emcee: A radiant morning to all. Today we mark an exceptional day in our calendar as we celebrate the tireless journey of our students. Welcome, one and all, to the 4th Senior High School Graduation Rites of Maria Ana High School with the theme, ______________.

Emcee: As we commence this significant occasion, let’s honor the strength of our nation with the Entrance of Colors.

Entrance of Colors

Emcee: Now, let us pay homage to our beloved nation and divine grace as we unite in the singing of the Triple Hymns, beautifully arranged by Mrs. Reyna L. Ostana, followed by a heartfelt Invocation by Mrs. Mina N. Solena. Please rise.

Singing of Triple Hymns and Invocation

Emcee: Thank you. Please take your seats. To usher in this grand ceremony, we invite our esteemed principal, Mr. Roel P. Antipolo, to deliver his welcome address.

Welcome Address by the Principal

Emcee: Now, we arrive at the highlight of our ceremony – the Presentation of Candidates for Graduation. We invite Mr. Roel P. Antipolo to present our accomplished students.

Presentation of Candidates for Graduation

Emcee: Our accomplished students will now receive their well-deserved Diplomas. Confirming them is our Schools Division Representative, Dr. Reymond M. Villaforte, who will then assist in the distribution of Diplomas along with our principal and our municipal mayor, Hon. Miquel T. Delos Santos. Graduates, when your name is called, please make your way to the stage…

Confirmation and Distribution of Diplomas

Emcee: Let’s now draw inspiration from a special message by our Schools Division Superintendent, Dr. Reymond M. Villaforte.

Message by the Schools Division Superintendent

Emcee: Every battle won deserves recognition. Now, we move to the Awarding of Honors and special awards to our graduates.

Awarding of Honors to SHS Graduates

Emcee: Every success is built on the support and kindness of others. Let’s welcome Mr. Rain T. Villamonte, with Highest Honors, General Academic Strand, to express gratitude on behalf of the graduating class.

Words of Gratitude by Mr. Rain T. Villamonte

Emcee: As a rite of passage, our graduates will now declare their Pledge of Loyalty to their Alma Mater, led by Ms. Richelle Anne V. Rimones, with High Honors, General Academic Strand.

Pledge of Loyalty by the Graduates

Emcee: Celebrating their achievements and their dreams, our graduates will now present a lively rendition of their chosen graduation song, “Fight”. Prepare to be entertained!

Graduation Song Performance

Emcee: Every great endeavor is the result of many hands. Let’s call upon our FPTA President, Mr. Ronie T. Milao, to acknowledge those who contributed to making this ceremony possible, followed by his closing remarks.

Acknowledgment and Closing Remarks by Mr. Ronie T. Milao

Emcee: And now, as we conclude this significant milestone, we witness the Recessional. SHS graduates, embrace your journeys with boldness, optimism, and a relentless spirit. Congratulations!

Recessional

This emcee script at a graduation is helpful for the newly hired teachers in schools who are appointed as hosts or emcees. Teachers will be guided in what they say, even if each school celebrates the event in its own unique way.

The usefulness of the emcee script at the graduation is as a guide or a door to open up the teachers’ ideas about what to do at the graduation. It helps them embark and add more colors to make the event more memorable for the graduates. The best graduation ceremonies are in the hands of the emcee and how she/he runs the program.

Read: Sample of Welcome Address for the Graduation

Tips on how to effectively deliver an emcee script for a graduation ceremony:

Preparation: Familiarize yourself with the script beforehand. Understanding the flow of the event will help you anticipate what comes next.
Confidence: Confidence is key. It’s essential to maintain a poised and composed demeanor. If you’re confident, your audience will feel more at ease.
Clear and Slow: It’s important to speak clearly and not too quickly. Take your time to enunciate your words properly so that your audience can understand what you’re saying.
Maintain Eye Contact: Engage your audience by making eye contact. This helps to connect with your audience and makes your delivery more impactful.
Adaptability: Be prepared for the unexpected. Things might not always go as planned, so being able to adapt quickly is a useful skill.
Energy and Enthusiasm: A good emcee injects energy and enthusiasm into the event. Your energy can set the tone for the entire ceremony.
Interactive: Engage with your audience. This could be through humor, asking rhetorical questions, or inviting audience participation at appropriate times.
Cue Mastery: Understand and master your cues. Know when to start and end your parts, and when to introduce the next segment or speaker.
Respect: Always be respectful and considerate. Remember, you’re there to enhance the event, not overshadow it.
Have Fun: Enjoy the process. If you’re having a good time, chances are your audience will too.

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3 step guide to writing a great master of ceremony opening speech.

Over the last 20 years I’ve had to write an Opening Speech for hundreds of large events where I have been engaged as the MC.

Some have been relatively easy, while others have required many hours of effort and thought.

Rather than reinvent the wheel each time, I now have a 3 Part Formula or Process I always follow. This both saves me time but also ensures that all the elements of a great opening speech are there.

Ingredients of a good Opening Speech

I like to cook when I’m at home and in many ways putting together a great Master of Ceremony opening speech is like cooking a great meal.

Firstly you have to understand what you are trying to make, then the ingredients you are going to use and finally, how you are going to combine them!

We are going to dive in deep into each of those areas but I hope you can see how the metaphor works.

Understanding the outcome you are aiming for, the why, is important because your role as an MC is to help your client achieve their aims for the event. If you are not aware of those aims you could in fact hinder the process with ill considered comments or wrong emphasis. To go back to the planning of your meal, are you making sandwiches and finger food or designing a 5 course sit down banquet?

Secondly, while the ingredients of each opening may sometimes be very similar, often, like a good cook, you can substitute different things. You might change the spice to create a slightly different flavour or double the amount of another ingredient to add more kick or emphasis.

And lastly you can combine those ingredients in different ways. Some elements work better going in early, sometimes just a pinch near the end is all that’s required.

So for a Opening Speech, the 3 Steps are …

Why is this Happening and What are you trying to Achieve?
What needs to be Included
How to put that Together

Preparing a great Master of Ceremony Opening Speech.

It’s unlikely that you are the organiser of the event itself, though this formula is just as useful if you are and are writing your own opening speech.

In most cases as an MC you will have an organiser, who is then your client. This is the person who has asked you to be the MC. It could be a business owner, CEO, your headmaster, the President of the Association etc. They have specific reasons why this event is taking place and it is your job to ascertain what they are.

In every situation you want to have a briefing session with this person either face to face or over the phone. This Briefing of course will cover your involvement in the whole event, but in this article we will just focus on the Opening.

Pro Tip – Check out the full list of Briefing Questions on page 102 of the Expert MC Toolkit & Resource Manual .

Part One – Reason for the Event

Knowing “why” the event is taking place will get you firmly on the right track to writing a great opening speech!

Is it a Celebration, an Information Night, a Product Launch, Team Building or an Awards Night?

And don’t take a simple answer like “oh, we have it every year” as an answer. Drill in a little deeper. The next question will open it up a bit more.

What are they trying to Achieve?

Building on the “why” question, I usually then ask … “how do you want the audience to Think or Act after the event?” This can be immediately after or when they get back to work etc.

Are they trying to motivate the audience to do something or get them to meet lots of new people. Are they making them more confident about their jobs or are they wanting them to sign up to buy something? Are they gearing up the audience for some hard times ahead?

Theme of the Event!

Is there an actual Theme or Slogan for the Event? We have written about this before but this will give you big clues about what to say and possibly what to wear for the event.

Part 2 – Details of the Opening Speech

Once you have some of this Big Picture stuff sorted, it’s time to get onto the nitty gritty. Now, sometimes these finer details won’t be known at the time of the briefing, but at least they have been flagged as something you need to know.

Time Available

You obviously need to have a firm idea about the length of time that you are aiming for in an Master of Ceremonies opening speech.

Pro Tip – It’s always good to try and get a longer time allocation than you need or that you will write for. This allows some immediate flex time. If the event starts a little late, and it inevitably will, those extra couple of minutes you asked for may put you back on track.

Are there any official protocols that must be included?

In some countries and with some cultural groups, a Prayer is included at the start of formal proceedings. The National Anthem might also be sung.

Here in Australia many groups have an Acknowledgement of Country at the start of the event, a short few lines recognising the Traditional Owners of the Land.

I use this term to incorporate other things that also must be mentioned in your opening. The more formal an event the more specific you will be.

VIP Guests, Dignitaries etc will probably be mentioned by name in a specific order.

Depending on the type of event, Sponsors my also get a mention here.

Once you know what your client wants or expects, you can then start crafting the opening.

House Keeping

“Housekeeping” is a widely used term that covers all the small bits and pieces of information that may also need to be conveyed to an audience.

Examples are – Where are the Toilets, what is the Wifi Code, what time does the bus leave, etc. I also include in this group – “Please turn your Phones to Silent.”

Now, depending on the type of event it is, you may not need to go through all the House Keeping in your opening speech. I prefer to do it a bit later as I find it dilutes the impact of the opening a bit. In that situation, just mention the Phones before you introduce the first speaker and come back to the Housekeeping after them.

What happens next?

As an MC you should always keep in mind what happens next. So when you are putting together your opening speech you need to be aware of what happens immediately after you finish so you can make the appropriate link. But more importantly, know the appropriate “energy levels.”

For example you might be launching into a facilitated Teambuilding or Networking session, in which case you will be building the energy and fun. Alternatively, you might be introducing someone speaking on a sombre or serious topic that needs focus and respect.

Part 3 – Putting the Opening Speech Together

Now we have the vital information – what we are trying to achieve and what must be included. It’s time for the third part of the formula, putting it all together.

A structure I have found incredibly useful is this …

Closer / Link …

This works just as well if you have only 3 minutes or if you have 15. Let’s look at it in more detail.

The Grabber

Getting peoples attention and interest right from the start is vital.

You need to confident and assured in your dress and demeanour and your words need to match.

It’s not a time for chit chat or repartee. Bang, get straight into it!

I’ve attended a couple of sessions with the Patricia Fripp, the British born, now American based speaker coach. (And sister of legendary guitarist Robert Fripp.)

Her advice for speakers is to start with something bold, a phrase or sentence that grabs attention and interest. I think the advice works just as well for MC’s as it does for speakers.

For several events business events I’ve started with …

“Princeton University, 1955. Professor Albert Einstein is handing out exam papers to his final year students …”

Did that get your attention? Did you want to know what happens next? Of course you do!

That works so much better than “Good Evening Ladies and Gentlemen, my names Timothy Hyde and I will be your MC for the event..”

After the quick story, (that relates totally to the WHY they are having the meeting,) you can then move into the welcome and greeting.

Remember also the Voice of God introduction. This will also grab peoples attention and let them know your name! It also enables you to move into something more meaty at the start.

Pro Tip – The full “Einstein Opener” mentioned above is found on page 33 of your copy of The Expert MC Toolkit & Resource Manual . The theme of Rapid Change, Innovation, Creative Solutions is perfect for many business type functions.)

Other great Opening Grabbers include

“What if ………?”
A statistic or fact.
“Imagine that ……?”
A bold statement.
A Question.

Once you have got the attention of the audience, you can do an official type welcome and include any Protocol type things you need to cover. VIP’s, Sponsors etc

You now move onto the Big Picture.

This will emphasis the Theme of the Event and Why are you all here.

This sets the context for everything to follow. You may mention a couple of highlights of the program coming up, the Who and the What.

I then like to move from Big Picture to the Personal.

So what I’m saying relates directly to each and every attendee.

Now, what is included here depends once again on what the client wants for the outcome of the event.

Are you motivating and enthusing them?

Are you planting seeds that they will get lots of information?

Do you need to reinforce the benefits of being here?

Are they here to – Network, Set Goals or Relax?

Pro Tip – Plant a seed of Co-operation!

In my Opening speech I always like to plant a seed of co-operation. This is a message that we need to work together to keep the event running on time. That running on time will enable all the Speakers to do their full presentations and if they do, YOU will gain maximum benefit from being here. You are busy people, it’s a packed agenda, we want you to gain a lot from being here and we want to finish on time etc.

I also reinforce this at certain times during the event by thanking them for their help.

Closer / Link to next activity

Depending on what’s happening next, this is a good moment to either slip in any urgent Housekeeping or close up your opening and introduce the first activity or speaker.

I often would use an appropriate quote or a mention of the Theme again, taking it back to Big Picture.

This 3 Part Process will give you a good basis to start writing stronger Openings.

Part 1 gives you the WHY, the reason for the event and the outcomes you are aiming for.

Part 2 adds the details that must be incorporated.

Part 3 gives you a structure for the opening.

Timothy Hyde

Widely acknowledged as one of Australia's busiest & best MC's and a global authority on the MC Industry, Timothy Hyde shares his expertise and insights into this fascinating Professional Speaking niche via this site and a dynamic YouTube channel. His best selling book The ExpertMC Toolkit and Resource Manual has helped thousands of people worldwide improve their Emcee skills and in many cases, start earning a living by taking on the role.

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