Anniversaries are a time for us to look back and to look forward too. Whether it is a golden wedding anniversary or the anniversary of a member of the clergy doesn’t matter. The feelings of things achieved and those yet to achieve deserve mention. That is if you are giving a speech on such an occasion. It could, of course, be the anniversary of a store, a hospital or a school. Businesses too have their anniversaries. So no matter what anniversary it is you should speak of the past and what it has meant. It is alright to mention the failures as well as the successes because by doing so you are giving the human touch to your speech. You should speak too of the future but in a very positive way. So express good wishes for all the good things that are yet to come. In other words end your speech by giving it the wow factor.

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The wise employer takes any opportunity to motivate staff. It’s even better of course if he or she can do it in social surroundings. In these straightened times it doesn’t have to be at a black tie ball. It could, instead, be at a few drinks to celebrate the anniversary of the company. It might be at a staff outing such as a picnic or barbeque. If a company is having an annual dinner the wise employer will say a few words of encouragement and motivation to the staff. That is not to say that such occasions call for lengthy speeches. Indeed these are a definite “No, no” at a social function. We all like to be appreciated though and expressing such appreciation will do no harm to staff relations. It helps too to make the future of the firm seem interesting. Making a few humorous remarks or mentioning something topical will also add to the speech. Above all the wise employer will make staff members feel involved and an integral part of the success of the company. The word “We” should feature prominently in whatever he or she is saying. This speech should be chatty as well as challenging.

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Today we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin’s trip around the Earth in his Vostok spacecraft. A month later NASA sent Alan Shepard into orbit. This was the beginning of space exploration the highlight of which was the Apollo Moon Landing in 1969. These are special anniversaries, of course, but so too are wedding anniversaries especially the silver wedding anniversary and the golden wedding anniversary. These are often celebrated but surely any wedding anniversary is worth celebrating? In a world of broken marriages surely the fact that a couple manage to keep their vows for ten years, that is the tin anniversary, is a cause for celebration? The same applies to the 30th anniversary which is pearl and the 35th which is coral not to mention the ruby anniversary, the 40th. If they manage to stay married for their diamond anniversary which is the 60th it really is time to roll out the red carpet and have a big, big party. So mark the moment and toast that couple who have, despite the odds, managed to stick together for far longer than any astronaut has stayed in space.

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Stores advertise them. Couples celebrate them by going on a cruise. Anniversaries are a part of our world and each one has a different significance to us. Usually on such occasions there are speeches and what is said is relevant to the particular event. Take the anniversary of a school for instance. Speakers will normally speak of the contribution made by the school to the children who attended it. They will talk about academic excellence and an all-round education. They may mention famous past pupils and speak of how the school will continuing its contribution to society in the future. At the anniversary of a parson the speaker addressing him will speak of how much of himself he has given to the parishioners, He will speak of his charity and kindness and listening ear. He will say how much he will be missed by those in the parish and he will end with a toast to him and a blessing on his continued good work in his new parish. There are business anniversaries too and it is certain that a speaker will mention the success of the company and the hard work of the staff. There is no doubt too that a mention will be made of current economic trends and how they are being addressed. They will usually end with a toast to the success of the business in the coming years. In fact all anniversary speeches should include a glance back to the past and end on an optimistic note about the future.

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Anniversaries should be celebrated. Whether it is the anniversary of a business, the anniversary of a school or a silver wedding anniversary the occasion is one which should be marked in a special way. Whatever kind of function used to celebrate a good speech will definitely add to the occasion.
Obviously should a speech should be positive in tone because it is about the success of that school, business or marriage It is about survival and growth. A touch of humour always adds to the speech as does reminiscence or two. After all it is a time to look back on the achievements over the number of years being celebrated.
It is also, of course, a time to be motivational and to look forward to the future of the couple, the school or the business in question. These are not the only anniversaries, of course, because all sorts of organisations such as sporting clubs, universities  or churches also have anniversaries and they too should be celebrated. After all in this instant age there is a lot to be said for organisations that stand the test of time. Finally, of course, the speech should end with a toast to the future.

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It is an astounding fact that many people say the fear of public speaking is worse than death. Giving a speech certainly is a nerve wracking experience. Some of those nerves are necessary. Many of the worries about giving a speech are in fact about the content of that speech. If you have written your speech well or have had one written by an expert, you will be comfortable with what you are going to say.

If you are sharing information that is interesting and relevant, people will be more interested in your speech. That enthusiasm will connect with the audience and make your job easier. If your speech is well written and informative, no matter what kind of speech it is, it will be a pleasure to listen to.

You may never be asked to speak at a Senate commission or on nationwide television… You may, though be asked to speak at a birthday or on an anniversary. A good speech can help in class and help you socially. It will help you in your career and even one day perhaps when you win an award or say farewell to a colleague. Whatever the occasion a few well chosen words will help make the occasion special.

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