How to Start a Speech: The Best (and Worst) Speech Openers

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  • Опубликовано: 18 май 2024
  • Need ideas on how to start your upcoming speech? Public speaking is listed as Americans' number one fear, before death at number 5, and loneliness at number 7. So most of us are less afraid of dying alone than possibly embarrassing ourselves in front of others. The good news is, I've put together a few tricks to start your speech off right and take that pressure off.
    In this video, I will teach you how to begin a speech and grab your audience's attention, how to get to your point, and how you can leave a good lasting impression. I go through a free speech openers that others have done to show how effective these openers can be, and I talk about what not to do for your speech.
    In this video:
    0:00 Intro
    1:08 Don't #1
    1:27 Don't #2
    2:07 Don't #3
    3:07 Speech opener #1
    3:57 Speech opener #2
    4:43 Speech opener #3
    6:05 How to end your speech
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  • @zndralln
    @zndralln 3 года назад +13976

    Who’s here because they got a speech for school 😅

    • @samhithrao6621
      @samhithrao6621 3 года назад +124

      ye i feel u

    • @thegreatestbacon2159
      @thegreatestbacon2159 3 года назад +303

      no, not for school but because in Minecraft me and my friends did everything in the game so I settled up a government with myself at its center and created a capital city where I do all my meetings in and I have to do a speech about colonization and the future of the nation I created.

    • @serenewander9790
      @serenewander9790 3 года назад +13

      😬

    • @nela774
      @nela774 3 года назад +38

      who isn't :)

    • @KnightIA
      @KnightIA 3 года назад +16

      Me

  • @jaewok5G
    @jaewok5G 3 года назад +889

    the best opener I ever stole was "wow, that last guy sure was boring and not fascinating like my statistic dense, tiny printed info cards." - I was first.

    • @mjayrain8675
      @mjayrain8675 2 года назад +22

      Hahahahaah that was good

    • @yohanmroy9016
      @yohanmroy9016 2 года назад +2

      Lol

    • @classifiedinformation7859
      @classifiedinformation7859 2 года назад +6

      that's hilarious

    • @lilliem1820
      @lilliem1820 2 года назад +8

      I'd do this- but the person before me is my friend 💀 it's rlly good tho

    • @jaewok5G
      @jaewok5G 2 года назад

      @@lilliem1820 yeah, it's only funny when you dump on yourself

  • @raniaantolin862
    @raniaantolin862 3 года назад +442

    3:06 the good speech part

  • @user-hk5uy3tl3k
    @user-hk5uy3tl3k 2 года назад +680

    I think one of the best parts about this video is that she's confident and has a good voice, like a person who's experienced in doing speeches/presentations, unlike other videos where I've heard people stutter or speak quietly. I think this is important because it shows that what we're learning is reliable, because if they use the information they're teaching how they give their speech/presentation about it should also show if it works.

  • @JasonB95
    @JasonB95 3 года назад +614

    I always enjoy the story telling openers. When the speaker makes me visualize the essence of what they're about to talk about before they even begin the speech it makes it that much more interesting. Plus if the story has humour, big thumbs up!!!

  • @lislac
    @lislac 3 года назад +225

    It's hard to make a speech as an MC for a graduation when I'm literally still in high school without any experience...

    • @alisoneccleston8673
      @alisoneccleston8673 3 года назад +17

      Practice, practice, practice. Then give your speech with your phone recording it. Watch for body language keep your hands away from your face. Smile, listen to yourself, do you trip up on one word? Change it make it easy on yourself. Then practice some more. Good luck!

  • @ifneverquitwasaperson
    @ifneverquitwasaperson 2 года назад +103

    1:18 I like how she calls us “Friends” she really care about us Vanessa Van you the best! 💪😇🙏

  • @alecpridgeon9597
    @alecpridgeon9597 3 года назад +184

    This to me is clearly the most concise, compelling, and cogent video on the topic on RUclips. Fantastic presentation, Vanessa!

  • @m.kcreation7104
    @m.kcreation7104 3 года назад +21

    Thx🙂 now, I will prepare my speech freely without worry 👍

  • @prabhatsharma8946
    @prabhatsharma8946 Год назад +6

    The facts,the sound module... I love it...

  • @Wine-or5jx
    @Wine-or5jx Год назад +15

    Posture is important as well and you nailed it along with all of your key points.

  • @faye_bulous
    @faye_bulous 3 года назад +170

    Love the awkward part of the speech so true!!!

  • @idontknow8734
    @idontknow8734 3 года назад +38

    Me legit using all the good introductions in one

  • @ScienceOfPeople
    @ScienceOfPeople  2 года назад +102

    Want to learn more about speech openers? Check out our online training powerful presentations www.scienceofpeople.com/training/presentation-skills-course/

  • @dontyouknowitssandhya
    @dontyouknowitssandhya 3 года назад +113

    2:03 that's what happens to me when I'm in front of a mic......all the audience r staring at me
    👁️_👁️

  • @taras4352
    @taras4352 3 года назад +192

    Great advice and perfect timing, once again! I have a big presentation this Thursday infront of 30 people! Preparing for it today, so thank you! 😇💜👍🏼

  • @imakecoolmusicsometimes
    @imakecoolmusicsometimes 3 года назад +78

    Hey, Vanessa, your videos are super helpful - please keep them coming!!!

  • @meteor2012able
    @meteor2012able 3 года назад +4

    Vanessa is very charismatic and projects a sincere and earthy humanitys.

  • @Our__Earth
    @Our__Earth 2 года назад +5

    As a geographer and educator I thank you !

  • @govindam_adi_purusham7724
    @govindam_adi_purusham7724 3 года назад +17

    The most underrated RUclips channel I have ever come across

  • @zahemi914
    @zahemi914 2 года назад +4

    Wowww what a great councidence, I will be an emcee at an international event tomorrow, I surely dont want to sound plain and boring. Tqvm for the tips and certainly you have 1 more subscriber added.

  • @aaaaassas2605
    @aaaaassas2605 3 года назад +4

    Thank you so much 🥰

  • @prabhatsharma8946
    @prabhatsharma8946 Год назад +1

    It's just been 10 days that I am watching your videos... Actually I am student from India... You know? I have a huge impact on you now...

  • @markangeloresulto2171
    @markangeloresulto2171 Год назад +1

    watching here cause im bout to testify me self in my church this coming sunday! i hope ill do great

  • @valleabderahman5715
    @valleabderahman5715 Год назад +3

    Vanessa , thank you so much I really need your help in it

  • @daisy_m1892
    @daisy_m1892 2 года назад +30

    We have a project about speech and this video helps me a lot thank you 😊 ❤️

  • @prophetesschiepebasima6634
    @prophetesschiepebasima6634 2 года назад +1

    Wow!thank you for sharing this.

  • @j_raidah02
    @j_raidah02 3 года назад +2

    Thank you so much!

  • @alexgodffhrie1720
    @alexgodffhrie1720 2 года назад +8

    I have to present with my "impromptu speech" in 10 minutes, this is helpful

    • @naomigwolfe8112
      @naomigwolfe8112 2 месяца назад

      How did it go? If you happen to remember?

  • @poppymaclean5218
    @poppymaclean5218 3 года назад +87

    Who else is here bc their running for class rep

  • @alizaiqbal8800
    @alizaiqbal8800 2 года назад +2

    You guyss I have to give a presentation in a month for my friends graduation, and she means soo much to me but i'm here stressing because I dont know how to put my thoughts into words :)

  • @cherrybaylon9737
    @cherrybaylon9737 3 года назад +1

    Thank You!

  • @_your_aesthetx
    @_your_aesthetx Год назад +5

    Listening speaking exam 😫is tough for an introverted person like me 🥲and teacher will be giving us our topic on the spot 😢.

  • @Vrisen
    @Vrisen 3 года назад +15

    Thannkyou,that's really informative and so useful...hope to apply all to my presentation now...keep motivating us...

  • @minchau1445
    @minchau1445 2 года назад +2

    you're amazing
    thank you for every tutoring

  • @kimberly5304
    @kimberly5304 3 года назад +2

    Awesome tips!!!!! Thank you!

  • @ahmedallam9612
    @ahmedallam9612 3 года назад +13

    Thanks, so pratical tips, particularly when mixing with acting scenes

  • @alfredoburgos1902
    @alfredoburgos1902 3 года назад +20

    Wow, thanks for sharing these great tips!!! I have a speech to deliver, and this will be helpful

  • @healthyfoodlover1124
    @healthyfoodlover1124 2 года назад

    Thank you!❤

  • @roozbehmans
    @roozbehmans Год назад +2

    I have a speech for school i think this will make and impact

  • @l963nnn2
    @l963nnn2 Год назад +4

    Here for graduation receptions and a wedding. 👍 Thank you, great insight.

    • @ScienceOfPeople
      @ScienceOfPeople  Год назад +2

      Thank you for watching, I'm glad you got value out of the video! Good luck on your upcoming speeches!

  • @neerupamadas8360
    @neerupamadas8360 Год назад +6

    I literally have my inter zonal extempore competition tomorrow, that too in junior category, without any preparation 😅. Thanks very much Ms, Vannessa

  • @jamesbanjoko7419
    @jamesbanjoko7419 Год назад +1

    Thanks for your help ☺️

  • @dinuban7a735
    @dinuban7a735 2 дня назад

    Your ideas are incredible

  • @cookigacha3635
    @cookigacha3635 Год назад +19

    Can't wait to use a quirky one liner for my speech on slavery in history class! 😁❤️

    • @keensoundguy6637
      @keensoundguy6637 11 месяцев назад +4

      "Now you listen to me. If any of you present here today had been born 4 or more centuries ago, there's a good chance you would have been a slave, unless you were living in antarctica."

    • @swain-Ix1tv
      @swain-Ix1tv 5 месяцев назад

      💀💀💀

  • @zarrinnahid448
    @zarrinnahid448 3 года назад +6

    Thank you so much for these tips. You're awesome :D

  • @Crownyourself
    @Crownyourself 2 года назад +2

    stories are the best openers for me

  • @dohaghazouane8582
    @dohaghazouane8582 Год назад +2

    Thank you so much

  • @hhyeahww9678
    @hhyeahww9678 2 года назад +12

    Thanks for your suggestions! I have really learned a lot~ And I love the way that starting your speech with several Qs

  • @trevorgwelch7412
    @trevorgwelch7412 3 года назад +5

    Woody Allen gave some memorable speeches . Totally introverted , but aren't we all ? Be yourself who ever that maybe . 🌈☮️

  • @gjwkzvaksb368
    @gjwkzvaksb368 2 года назад

    Thank you❤

  • @carolinas5132
    @carolinas5132 3 года назад +4

    MORE OF THESE PLEASE!

    • @bigdogo267
      @bigdogo267 3 года назад

      MORE OF THESE PLEASE!

  • @gabymartinez4957
    @gabymartinez4957 Год назад +95

    Vanessa is a very insightful person. She portrays herself as an authentic confident, public speaker.
    I enjoyed watching this video, explanations, and the short clips that she enlightened us with.
    Although the next quote was part of the "Do NOT do's,"
    "Is this mic on? Is there even a mic?" *crickets chirping* 🤣
    ~I immediately subscribed based on her refreshing creativeness, confidence, and content. I too appreciate and welcome a good sense of humor 😃👍
    Thanks for sharing such an awesome video with us
    #RUclipsUniversity

    • @ScienceOfPeople
      @ScienceOfPeople  Год назад +6

      Thank you so much for your kind words & thank you for watching and supporting the channel! I'm glad to know you got value and entertainment from the video =)

  • @doaamohamedz9z9z9
    @doaamohamedz9z9z9 Год назад +1

    💙💙💙 Thank you

  • @LetsStudyWithMay
    @LetsStudyWithMay Месяц назад

    the importance of effective speech openings. It highlights the worst ways to start a speech, such as mentioning nervousness or technical issues, and suggests the best ways to start. The document suggests using stories, sharing a big idea, or a quirky one-liner to capture the audience's attention. It also mentions a new course that provides guidance on effective presentation skills and how to share ideas confidently and authentically

  • @andradimas644
    @andradimas644 3 года назад +5

    this is powerful information for me. Thank u very much Vanessa....
    Subscribed !

  • @palomacalderon4315
    @palomacalderon4315 Месяц назад +26

    Who is here that is a student?

  • @maxim.9pp202
    @maxim.9pp202 Год назад +1

    Yes.. I am in.

  • @yungrenzel9107
    @yungrenzel9107 3 года назад

    Thank you vanessa!

  • @michaelbenosa5964
    @michaelbenosa5964 Год назад +3

    me us a student I'm so shy to report Infront of teachers & schoolmates 🥺Thankyou for tips🥰

  • @ayoubalharchal1074
    @ayoubalharchal1074 3 года назад +100

    Thank you for all the interesting ideas and practical tips you share. I have one question ( not about this video, though); I am currently reading your books 'Captivate: the science of succeeding with people', and I wish to know whether the ideas in your book as well as other videos on your channel are limited to the western culture, or the ideas hold true across different cultures. THANKS!

  • @marlyntaytayan9181
    @marlyntaytayan9181 3 года назад +1

    It's realy helpful.Thank you

  • @kofioppong1288
    @kofioppong1288 3 года назад +2

    Great information!!

  • @sufia5034
    @sufia5034 2 года назад +10

    Thank you for the interesting tips and idea for speech. It helps me a lot to make a good speech. Once again, thank you!

  • @AmrEdTech
    @AmrEdTech 3 года назад +5

    You're so funny , love you 🤟

  • @suneerakm2373
    @suneerakm2373 Год назад

    Very helpful
    Thank you so much

  • @woomeikei8807
    @woomeikei8807 3 года назад +1

    She's the best !

  • @meowreace8496
    @meowreace8496 Год назад +2

    This is very helpful thank you :D

  • @anniejwolfley
    @anniejwolfley Год назад +8

    i loved your ted talk!!! this speech advice has helped me so much thank you vanessa❤️

  • @pranavsathi6709
    @pranavsathi6709 2 года назад +2

    Thank you, this is pure gold!

  • @goldensquirel
    @goldensquirel 3 года назад +1

    Thank you :)

  • @preciousgladyskamanda7646
    @preciousgladyskamanda7646 Год назад +3

    This is super great, i love it it so much.
    Thank you very much for sharing these wonderful tips ma'am.

  • @partizanfk5747
    @partizanfk5747 3 года назад +11

    I have a Y9 speech assessment on Thursday/Friday. I hope this helps

    • @partizanfk5747
      @partizanfk5747 2 года назад +3

      To those wondering if it helped, it did.
      I got best in class

  • @TheUgandancook
    @TheUgandancook 3 года назад

    Thank You.

  • @sarojakabadagi5518
    @sarojakabadagi5518 Год назад +1

    Yes

  • @jadevanita6654
    @jadevanita6654 3 года назад +4

    Vanessa you are incredible! Did you know? that I love you!

  • @deepakkrayla8711
    @deepakkrayla8711 3 года назад +4

    I always love your informative vedios mam ♥️♥️

  • @unclecharming
    @unclecharming 2 года назад

    nice video and thanks for sharing the ideas of starting a speech

  • @cissypan1625
    @cissypan1625 3 года назад +1

    I love it!

  • @Agata.AboutBlank
    @Agata.AboutBlank Год назад +5

    Fantastic advice! It captivated me from the start! I especially liked the jokes you so easily implemented. I have recently created a youtube channel and was looking for tips on how to improve my videos and make them more compelling to watch. This was the most insightful video I saw so far!

  • @michaelsangma4569
    @michaelsangma4569 Год назад +8

    I ❤️ your appearance, presentations and speeches ma'am.Thank you ma'am ❤️🙏🏾👏👏👏👏👏

  • @nizasiamehenry
    @nizasiamehenry 3 года назад +1

    Thanks

  • @jewelmische6272
    @jewelmische6272 Год назад

    thank u so much😭😭😭

  • @unfathomableincantation655
    @unfathomableincantation655 Год назад +8

    I did my speech and i looked like i wasn't nervous and did it flawlessly but i was crying inside

  • @DannyMcKinney79
    @DannyMcKinney79 Год назад +4

    Me too I love public speech nothing to speak about unnecessary conversation like people used profanity it makes everyone feel uncomfortable to the situation. There is an opportunity to open the doors to speak up and make others feel welcome

  • @dazzlegirl3846
    @dazzlegirl3846 3 года назад

    Oh my gosh, I watched your Ted talk so cool

  • @mohanakrishna7706
    @mohanakrishna7706 Месяц назад +1

    Nice to say good speech introduction..

  • @mirmir3910
    @mirmir3910 3 года назад +124

    plot twist : she's a detective , her name is laurel and she likes oliver queen

  • @E-qv9ew
    @E-qv9ew 9 месяцев назад +4

    Thank u so much Vanessa! Helped me win my speech competition in school! 😁😁

    • @ScienceOfPeople
      @ScienceOfPeople  9 месяцев назад +1

      Oh my gosh that's amazing! Congratulations!! Thanks for letting me know. I am so glad this video helped you out with your speech. ❤

    • @E-qv9ew
      @E-qv9ew 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@ScienceOfPeople No worries 🙂🙂😃

  • @mathewelias1589
    @mathewelias1589 3 года назад

    Thank you. From Tanzania

  • @ishi923
    @ishi923 3 месяца назад +1

    Watching everything I can find helpful regarding speech before I do mine now.

  • @zoeycanerday7634
    @zoeycanerday7634 Год назад +3

    I'm here because I signed up to do extemporaneous speaking as an LDE (leadership development event) in FFA. I'm 14 years old and I've never given a speech before.

  • @yumburger7358
    @yumburger7358 3 года назад +3

    im here coz im going to be a speaker on sunday huhuhu

  • @baoanhpham8279
    @baoanhpham8279 Год назад

    Thank you!
    This helped me so much!!!

  • @DAILYLIFESHOW.
    @DAILYLIFESHOW. Год назад

    I have been trying this thanks

  • @elishankaa3828
    @elishankaa3828 3 года назад +7

    Getting ready for I grade 9 speeches :')

  • @anandparmeswaran6681
    @anandparmeswaran6681 2 года назад +4

    Good, Confident and above everything the Presenter has a Sound Knowledge about how to go ahead. Good learning experience 👌

  • @eugenesinogaya1885
    @eugenesinogaya1885 3 года назад

    Thanks. 👍

  • @sivakatakam3078
    @sivakatakam3078 3 года назад

    Thank you soooooooooo much

  • @joshuaduca5527
    @joshuaduca5527 2 года назад +8

    just leave out your nervousness and take a positive speech and motivate your audience and share your journeys and experiences when you are on a very start in higschool into college and you will feel like there is no people watching you and you csn do it into your self with postive acknowledge i know its is hard and not easy too but you will past this moment of your speech recognition to ingage them and get them proud and claps at you