Can You Say a Few Words? How to Prepare and Deliver a Speech for Any Special Occasion

Corporate speechwriter Joan Detz offers solid advice for tackling the nerve-wracking task of speaking at special occasionswith pointers, tips, and trade secrets to help you give a memorable speech. Newly revised and updated with fresh examples, brand new topics, and expanded sections, Can You Say A Few Words? covers: Toasts for weddings and anniversaries Dedications and ribbon-cuttings Team presentations Eulogies and memorials Job promotion ceremonies And much more. An invaluable guide that offers all the practical advice and encouragement you need to prepare and deliver clear, concise, and engaging speeches that will live up to your audiences expectations and match the mood of the occasion.

Joan Detz, author of How to Write & Give a Speech, and It’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Say It, coaches executives, offers media training, and teaches presentation skills workshops. The Joan Detz Speechwriting Seminars have trained speechwriters for The White House, prominent executives, university presidents, and top military leaders.