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7 of the Most Profound and Famous Short Speeches Ever Heard

There are many famous short speeches that have been a turning point in history. Here is a list of some of the most notable speeches ever.

Speech is power: Speech is to persuade, to convert, to compel. – Ralph Waldo Emerson This quote brilliantly summarizes the power of a good speech. There is no dearth of famous short speeches that have irrevocably influenced mankind and history.

Although the list may seem endless, and there will always be some or the other disagreement of which of these should figure in the list of popular speeches of all time, given below is a compilation of famous speeches by famous people including former presidents, politicians, a great visionary, and a world-renowned dramatist.These have gone down in history as something that people find relevant and influential even today. It is not necessary for a speech to be long to be famous, even a short one can be great, if it has an ability to mesmerize and inspire the audience. What follows, is a list of some of the most notable short speeches of all time. These were given at historical junctions, and had a significant impact at that time, and hold true even today. As these speeches continue to inspire many, they will go down in the annals of time.

Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Pearl Harbor Address

One of the most famous speeches given by a sitting American President, although it lasted just a little over seven and a half minutes, it managed to stir a nation’s patriotism to the very bone and was a significant point in American history. President Roosevelt gave the famous speech to a joint session of Congress, the day after the Japanese bombing of the Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. An excerpt from the speech is as follows:

December 7th, 1941, a date which will live in infamy… No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might, will win through to absolute victory… I ask that the Congress declare that since the unprovoked and dastardly attack by Japan on Sunday, December 7th, 1941, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese empire.

Ronald Reagan’s Speech Following the Challenger Disaster

American President Ronald Reagan made his famous short speech on national television following the disastrous explosion of the Challenger Space Shuttle. On 26 January, 1986 after only 73 seconds into its flight, the space shuttle broke apart, causing the death of all the seven crew members on board, including a classroom teacher who had been chosen to be the first ever non-astronaut classroom teacher to travel into space. President Reagan spoke of the traumatic accident saying:

Today is a day for mourning and remembering. Nancy and I are pained to the core by the tragedy of the shuttle Challenger. We know we share this pain with all people of our country. This is truly a national loss… Nineteen years ago, almost to the day, we lost three astronauts in a terrible accident on the ground. But we’ve never lost an astronaut in flight. We’ve never had a tragedy like this. And perhaps we’ve forgotten the courage it took for the crew of the shuttle. But they, the Challenger Seven, were aware of the dangers, but overcame them and did their jobs brilliantly. We mourn seven heroes: Michael Smith, Dick Scobee, Judith Resnik, Ronald McNair, Ellison Onizuka, Gregory Jarvis, and Christa McAuliffe. We mourn their loss as a nation together. One of President John F. Kennedy’s most famous speech, was given on 26 June, 1963, to consolidate United States’ support for West Germany a little less than two years after the Communist East Germany erected the Berlin Wall. One of the most famous phrases in history “ Ich bin ein Berliner “, was in fact a last-minute brain child of Kennedy, who came up with the idea of saying it in German, while he was walking up the stairs at the Rathaus (City Hall). It was a great motivational speech for West Berliners, who lived in the constant fear of a possible East German occupation. Given below is an excerpt from this historic speech:

Two thousand years ago the proudest boast was ‘Civis Romanus sum [I am a Roman citizen]’. Today, in the world of freedom, the proudest boast is ‘Ich bin ein Berliner’… All free men, wherever they may live, are citizens of Berlin, and, therefore, as a free man, I take pride in the words ‘Ich bin ein Berliner!’

Bill Clinton’s “I Have Sinned” Speech

The famous, or rather infamous “I have sinned” speech, was delivered by President Bill Clinton at the annual White House prayer breakfast on September 11, 1998, in the presence of several ministers, priests and his wife, First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton. It was hand-written by the President Clinton himself and was delivered on the day of the publication of the first report by Independent Counsel Ken Starr, which threatened to impeach the President Clinton on the grounds of perjury and his sexual affair with former White House intern, Monica Lewinsky.

I agree with those who have said that in my first statement after I testified I was not contrite enough. I don’t think there is a fancy way to say that I have sinned. It is important to me that everybody who has been hurt know that the sorrow I feel is genuine: first and most important, my family; also my friends, my staff, my Cabinet, Monica Lewinsky and her family, and the American people. I have asked all for their forgiveness… But I believe that to be forgiven, more than sorrow is required – at least two more things. First, genuine repentance – a determination to change and to repair breaches of my own making. I have repented. Second, what my bible calls a ”broken spirit”; an understanding that I must have God’s help to be the person that I want to be; a willingness to give the very forgiveness I seek; a renunciation of the pride and the anger which cloud judgment, lead people to excuse and compare and to blame and complain…

Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” Speech

“I have a dream” speech by Martin Luther King Jr., which was delivered on 28 August, 1963 at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom , was a path-breaking moment for the Civil Rights Movement in America. Given to an audience of more than 200,000 people, this speech was ranked as the top American speech by a 1999 poll of scholars.

I say to you today, my friends, that in spite of the difficulties and frustrations of the moment, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: “We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal.” I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave-owners will be able to sit down together at a table of brotherhood. I have a dream that one day even the state of Mississippi, a desert state, sweltering with the heat of injustice and oppression, will be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice. I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. I have a dream today. I have a dream that one day the state of Alabama, whose governor’s lips are presently dripping with the words of interposition and nullification, will be transformed into a situation where little black boys and black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and white girls and walk together as sisters and brothers. I have a dream today. I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight, and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.

William Shakespeare’s Speeches

The Bard has left behind his legacy in ways more than one. Most of the non-political popular speeches have been written by William Shakespeare. While there are many, like Hamlet’s “To be or not to be…”, and Portia’s speech in Merchant of Venice “The quality of mercy is not strain’d…” to name a few, the Bard’s most famous speech till date is the speech by Jaques in “As You Like It”, which goes as…

All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players: They have their exits and their entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts, His acts being seven ages. At first the infant, Mewling and puking in the nurse’s arms. And then the whining school-boy, with his satchel And shining morning face, creeping like snail Unwillingly to school. And then the lover, Sighing like furnace, with a woeful ballad Made to his mistress’ eyebrow. Then a soldier, Full of strange oaths and bearded like the pard, Jealous in honour, sudden and quick in quarrel, Seeking the bubble reputation Even in the cannon’s mouth. And then the justice, In fair round belly with good capon lined, With eyes severe and beard of formal cut, Full of wise saws and modern instances; And so he plays his part. The sixth age shifts Into the lean and slipper’d pantaloon, With spectacles on nose and pouch on side, His youthful hose, well saved, a world too wide For his shrunk shank; and his big manly voice, Turning again toward childish treble, pipes And whistles in his sound. Last scene of all, That ends this strange eventful history, Is second childishness and mere oblivion, Sans teeth, sans eyes, sans taste, sans everything.

Steve Jobs ‘Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish’ Speech

One of my personal favorites, and a speech that today’s youth identify themselves with, is the Apple CEO Steve Jobs’ commencement speech on 12 June, 2005 at Stanford, which was replete with inspirational quotes. His last words in the address “ Stay hungry, stay foolish ” is one of the most famous quotes and is echoed the world over even today, and spurred on a bestselling book of the same name. It summed up his life in three parts, which he narrated in the form of three stories. This is a small excerpt from this notable short inspirational speech:

I am honored to be with you today at your commencement from one of the finest universities in the world. I never graduated from college. Truth be told, this is the closest I’ve ever gotten to a college graduation. Today I want to tell you three stories from my life. That’s it. No big deal. Just three stories… When I was young, there was an amazing publication called The Whole Earth Catalog, which was one of the bibles of my generation. It was created by a fellow named Stewart Brand not far from here in Menlo Park, and he brought it to life with his poetic touch. This was in the late 1960s’, before personal computers and desktop publishing, so it was all made with typewriters, scissors, and polaroid cameras. It was sort of like Google in paperback form, 35 years before Google came along: it was idealistic, and overflowing with neat tools and great notions.

Stewart and his team put out several issues of The Whole Earth Catalog, and then when it had run its course, they put out a final issue. It was the mid-1970s, and I was your age. On the back cover of their final issue was a photograph of an early morning country road, the kind you might find yourself hitchhiking on if you were so adventurous. Beneath it were the words: “Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish.” It was their farewell message as they signed off. Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish. And I have always wished that for myself. And now, as you graduate to begin anew, I wish that for you.

Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish.

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Memorable 2-Minute Speeches: How to Write & Deliver (With Examples)

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Public Speaking , Speech Topics , Speech Writing

Giving memorable 2-minute speeches are tricker than giving 2-minute speeches.

Speeches are an effective way to share your understanding, opinion, or perspective on a topic. It doesn’t matter if your speech is for 2 minutes, 10 minutes, or 50 minutes, the main essence of any speech is to reach the audience .

2-minute speeches are quite effective if presented in a well-structured manner. In fact, giving 2-minute speeches can also help you improve your public speaking skills. And that is the reason why schools ask the students to give 2-minute speeches for every assignment!

Now we understand you might have tons of questions when it comes to 2-minute speeches, but fret not, we’ve got you covered. Read till the end of the blog to get a more comprehensive idea about 2-minute speeches.

Also, check out our video here if you want a very short glimpse of the article:

Is a 2-minute speech too short?

2-minute speeches come under the category of short speeches. So ideally 2 minute speeches are short speeches . But when we say is it too short? Then the answer will be subjective.

For instance, If you are to present your research findings then a 2-minute speech would not do justice to years of your work. But at the same time if you are giving a self-introduction then 2 minute speeches are more than enough!

How long is a 2-minute speech?

To understand how long 2-minute speeches should be, you need to understand your pace of speaking which is the number of words spoken per minute. An average person usually speaks about 130-150 words per minute . So for 2-minute speeches, 260-300 words should be sufficient.

When it comes to the number of pages for a 2-minute speech, then your speech can be half to one page long . It all depends on the font size that you use!

Similarly, the number of sentences that would make up a 2-minute speech can vary depending on the font size that you use or your handwriting.

Writing 2-minute speeches

1. choose a topic.

The very first step in writing your speech is to know what you want to talk about, which is your topic !

You can either come up with the topic yourself or you can search for a broad topic on the internet and then narrow it down as per your liking.

So if for example, you are writing a 2-minute speech on unity as strength , you may want to focus on a particular instance wherein unity shown by people worked as their strength and helped them achieve a goal, like a freedom struggle.

2. Decide on your takeaway

If you are wondering what takeaways are, then they are your answer to the question “why are you presenting this particular topic to the audience?”

For some the answer could be, to educate, give another perspective on a widely studied topic, or even awaken the audience to take action .

In 2 minute speeches, the clock ticks faster so you should ideally focus on only 1 takeaway .

Once you have figured out why you want to present the topic to your audience or listeners, you can then move to the next stage of research.

3. Research for your speech

When you begin researching for 2 minutes speeches, you don’t have to get into tons of details . The idea is to give the audience enough information to understand your topic within a short time.

For starters, you can browse your topic on Google , YouTube , Instagram , and other social media channels. You might also want to research some facts or statistics related to your topic as it increases the credibility of your speech.

4. Structure your speech

There are 3 things to be kept in mind while structuring your speech. They are ethos, pathos, and logos.

Ethos means credibility . It is concerned with giving the audience a reason to believe in you. So, if your speech is about the impact of gaming on violent behavior, mentioning that you are a psychologist would add credibility to your speech.

Pathos is related to emotions . The idea is to connect with the listeners through emotions. And the easiest way to do that is through stories !

In the example above, you can share a story of a client who developed violent behavior patterns after spending a considerable amount of time on gaming and how they are doing now.

Logos means logic . Adding logical elements like facts, statistics, and quotes by famous personalities helps drive your main idea forward in a more rational sense.

Again, taking the example of the impact of gaming on violent behavior, logos could include a sentence like:

School shootings have increased from 11 in 2009 to 93 in 2021. It is a staggering number and when you take a deeper look into it, you’ll find that a considerable number of these shooters were addicted to gaming.

Editing is something we believe is a very crucial part of giving a memorable 2-minute speech. Why?

Because 2-minute speeches aren’t only about what you say but also about what you choose not to say.

Editing also helps you focus on your topic more clearly rather than drifting or diversifying your topic.

Delivering 2-minute Speeches

1. establish your takeaway.

Since you had already decided on your takeaway while writing the speech, you are well aware of it. But does your audience have any idea yet? No!

While they might infer why you are presenting the particular topic after listening to your speech, you cannot leave it to that.

Establish your takeaway right at the beginning of your speech , so that the audience also understands what they can expect from your speech.

2. How to begin a 2 minute Speech (Simple beginning)

This might come as a shocker, especially because we are always told to begin with a Bang!

For 2-minute speeches, if you end up spending a lot of your time on the beginning, you will have to shorten the main content of your speech.

Starting in a simple and direct manner suits best in such cases.

A few ways in which you can begin your 2-minute speeches are given below:

If you are to introduce yourself, you can begin simply by saying your name. “Good afternoon everyone, I am Xyz…”

You can also use ethos, pathos, and logos to begin your 2-minute speeches.

“Mumbai is known for 2 things gateway of India and potholes. Being someone who has lost a close friend of mine due to the careless work done towards these potholes , I’m here to address the issue we so conveniently drive over”

“About a year ago, in this very month of July, it was raining heavily in Mumbai. I remember this because there happened to be a friend of mine who was supposed to meet me for a meeting, we had that day, but he didn’t make it. The reason? Heavily flooded roads covered with potholes that he couldn’t see. A tragic accident or a convenient murder?”

“In 2018, Mumbai alone witnessed 522 accidents caused by potholes”

3. Emphasize

Repeating or rather stressing certain words gives rhythm to your speech. It also helps in easy learning and increases the chance of easy recall among the audience.

4. How to End a 2 Minute Speech

When it comes to 2-minute speeches, your conclusion or closing lines are very important. The reason is that your audience will mostly remember the last part of your speech better than the rest .

Make sure to restate the takeaway and main crux of your speech . You can also end your speech by quoting some famous personalities . In many speeches, the speaker asks the audience to take action or to think about a question that they leave the audience with.

So, we now know how your phone helps you socialize but keeps you away from the same people physically. We have been living in this virtual world for quite some time now. The least you can do is to keep your technology aside especially when you are with people you care about. An hour without your phone won’t hurt, will it?

Impromptu 2-minute speeches

Impromptu speeches are ones where you are given the topic on the spot with little to no time to prepare for the speech. In such cases, you barely have any time to go about carrying out thorough research and structuring your speech.

Rather you can keep a few frameworks in your mind and then structure the speech accordingly on the spot. This is the most convenient way of delivering effective impromptu 2-minute speeches.

A few frameworks that you can use for your 2-minute impromptu speeches are:

1. PREP model

PREP stands for Point, Reason, Example, and Point . This essentially means that you begin by talking about something, then give a reason that justifies that point. You then follow it with an example to back your point and end by repeating the point to reach your audience in a structured manner.

2. WWW model

No, WWW doesn’t stand for World Wide Web. Rather it means answering 3 questions,

Who are you?
What do you do?
Where are you going from here?

WWW works best when you have to give an impromptu introduction of yourself .

An example of using the WWW model to introduce yourself is given below.

Hello everyone, I am Arsh M, a fashion designer, and advocate of sustainability. During my college years, I was astonished by the amount of cloth waste produced each day. Upon researching, I realized that the fashion industry happens to be one of the biggest polluters in the world. This motivated me to work towards bringing more sustainable styling choices for everyone. That is when I began my venture in Sustainaesthetic. We are a completely sustainable and animal cruelty-free brand that aims to provide you with diverse sustainable styling options at a very affordable rate so that saving the planet doesn’t hurt your pockets!

3. Pointer Format

As the name suggests, the pointer format involves dividing your content into 3-5 points . This will make it easier for you to talk about each point for a couple of seconds before moving to the next. At the same time, it sounds very structured and may be easy to recall.

An example of a pointer format is a speech given the by CEO of Pepsico Indra Nooyi .

Famous 2-minute speeches

1. indra nooyi.

The speech given by Pepsico’s CEO is well-written and spoken . She begins by appreciating India, her home country, and then moves on to briefly talk about her 3 life lessons. Diving her speech into such crisp segments with an introduction, 3 pointers and finally, a conclusion, makes the speech very comprehensive and structured .

2. Denzel Washington

The speech given by Denzel Washington is one of the most motivating speeches of all time . It is because of the way he calmly delivers the speech by taking required pauses to stress the important lines.

2-minute speeches from movies

Speeches in movies usually bring out the emotion of awe, inspiration, or sympathy . We will look at two such 2-minute inspirational speeches from movies.

1. Any Given Sunday

The scene on any given day is worth noting for its storytelling approach . Al Pacino begins his speech with brutal honesty when he says “ We are in hell gentlemen.”

He then goes on to talk about how the game is very similar to everyone’s life and emphasizes being at the right place at the right time.

“One second early or one second late, you miss a catch,” he says. In the latter half of his speech, he increases his voice as if trying to reach his player’s very core, in an attempt to motivate them to do their level best in the game.

2. Coach Carter

This speech scene of Coach Carter is unlike other traditional scenes where the coach inspires his students. Rather, one of the students gives a very short speech that moves not only his teammates but also his teacher.

It can also be counted as a very effective thank you speech!

Monologues happen to be yet another powerful tool used in 2-minute speeches from movies. Monologues are long dialogues given by a single character. Let’s take a look at some of the most striking monologues given in movies

2-minute dramatic monologue for male

When it comes to dramatic monologues for males, the dialogue is often very inspiring or tries to instill the right amount of motivation among the team players or the soldiers. Let us take a look at 2 such dramatic monologues given by male characters in movies that had an amazing impact on their audience.

1. V for Vendetta

V for vendetta isn’t only an amazing movie, but this monologue by V is out of the ordinary. In the scene, V introduces himself to a woman whom he had just saved.

He uses alliteration by introducing himself with words that start with V. Check out the exact dialogue to get a clearer idea about the monologue.

V oila! In v iew, a humble v audevillian v eteran is cast v icariously as both v ictim and v illain by the v icissitudes of fate. This v isage, no mere v eneer of v anity, is a v estige of v ox populi, now v acant, v anished. However, this v alorous v isitation of a bygone v exation stands v ivified and had v owed to v anquish these v enal and v irulent v ermin v anguarding v ice and v ouchsafing the v iolently v icarious and v iolation of v olition…. You may call me V.

2. Wolf of Wallstreet

Who hasn’t heard of this amazing movie, wolf of wall street? One thing that we will observe when it comes to this movie is that the main lead had amazing public speaking skills . He had the power to persuade his listeners and encourage them to chip in at their level best for the growth of the organization.

In one such speech, he talks about how he isn’t leaving them and that he is here to stay.

The use of dramatic suspense followed by his change in tone and voice is something worth noting.

2-minute dramatic monologue for female

When it comes to dramatic monologues given by female characters in movies, 2 of these scenes come into our minds. The scenes are both beautifully written and executed by the actors.

1. Devil Wears Prada

In the movie Devil Wears Prada, the monologue is given by Meryl Streep who plays the role of Miranda Priestly. The speech is worth noting as she dramatically explains how even a small difference between two pieces of clothing to a lay person is a big difference for the fashion moguls as it is their opportunity to create millions!

Her passion for the industry is quite evident from the 2-minute speech. Further, the way her character picks up the pace when she talks about the reality of the fashion industry brings out her annoyance at the assistant and acts as a way of showing authority through words.

The movie 300 features a small scene where the queen requests the councilmen to send more men to war, to help not only her husband but also all the others who are already a part of it.

We see the use of ethos in the speech when the queen says the following statement:

I come to you as a mother. I come to you as a wife. I come to you as a spartan woman.

Examples of 2-minute speeches

If you are looking for some examples for your next 2-minute speech or 2-minute speeches to memorize, check out the ones given below!

How to introduce yourself in 2 minutes?

When you have to introduce yourself in 2-minutes, it is better to follow a simple structure of past, and present.

An example of introducing yourself as a fresher for a job interview has been given below

Good afternoon, I am Arya Rose. I recently graduated from ABC college, majoring in Analytics. Growing up I had always found immense interest in math and had also won Olympiads at the school level. During my under graduation, I had taken up a course in tools for Data Analysis which made me realize my inclination toward analytics. It also encouraged me to pursue my major in the field of analytics.

Being an active member of my college, I made sure to participate in and represent my college across various events and intercollegiate festivals. I also had the chance to be a part of Hackin which is ABC’s elite Hackathon team. With the Team, we stood 2nd at Hackified, a hackathon organized by QPR college.

I was further able to put my theoretical knowledge to use by interning with this amazing organization called ANAlysis. The internship spanned over 3 months and I was able to gain an in-depth understanding of software like R and Python.

I now look forward to gaining more practical experience in the field by working and growing with your esteemed organization.

2 minute thank you speech

There are a few things that you must keep in your mind while you are giving a thank you speech.

Acknowledge the people around you
Thank them
Introduce yourself or why you are giving this speech.
Individually thank every person required.
Add some inspiring or heartfelt closing marks

An example of a 2-minute thank you speech for an event is given below.

I’d like to first thank every one of you present here, for joining us to make this event an absolute success. To those of you who might not know, I am Shiya M, the editor of the XYZ club and the coordinator of this amazing open mic event “Mehar.” Mehar means blessing in Punjabi, and there is a reason behind it.

On my very first day at XYZ, I was stunned to see the company ritual. Before leaving we were to recall one blessing that we received that day from our colleagues. As unusual as it felt, it was beyond measure one of the most beautiful rituals I had come across. You see in this fast-moving world, we tend to focus a lot on our busy schedule for the things we don’t have. And in all that chaos, we forget to take a look at the n number of blessings showered our way.

So, we wanted to provide a platform where you could do that, even if it was for a couple of hours.

I’d like to thank Ms. T, founder of XYZ, and her immense support and encouragement throughout, Arya and Daven for working closely with all the participants and audience members, ensuring that all your needs were met. I’d also like to thank Mr. Ajay for the technical support provided to him and how can we not thank Jay for being our lead guitarist, tuning in the vibe of this small room as per each participant’s requirement, Jay thank you!

Thank you to all the participants for presenting such beautifully written pieces, we enjoyed them all. A great round of applause for our participants!

Last, I’d like to thank our dear audience for being patient and for motivating all our speakers today you have been the most amazing audience we have ever seen!

Thank you again all of you, it was a great pleasure interacting with every one of you.

meher rakhi!

Humorous 2-minute speeches

If you are trying to understand how to add humor to your speech and make it more fun as well as casual, check out the 2-minute speech example given below.

2-minute humorous speech by bridesmaid

“Hello everyone, first of all, I’d like to begin quite humbly by thanking everyone present for gathering here to celebrate the union of this beautiful couple Jess and Jim.

Now if you know jess, you know me. Because I pretty much tag along with her everywhere. Just like those lice in your hair, can’t leave her alone!

At 5, I had taken up responsibility. It was to protect this absolutely beautiful soul. But as we grew up, it turned out that she was the one who protected me. What the turn tables!

Jess, I’m grateful every day to have such an amazing sister like you in my life who motivates me to do better and talk to “decent” guys..pst they are just not my type!

You’ve been my mom at times, waiting at the door every time I’d get late which makes me wonder if mom outsourced her strictness to you? And if yes, why not me? I was the broke kid!

I’m going to miss those small things you know? How you told me it was chocolate powder when it was coffee, how I never won a game I played with you because you never played it fair, and oh how you never missed complimenting my outfit when I was wearing your clothes!

But seriously, I’m going to miss you tons. I hope you get your fairytale happily ever after! To Jess and Jim!

if you have been asking yourself which topic is best for a 2-minute speech? what are some good topics to speak on? or what should I do for my school speech?

Here is a list of various topics you can choose from!

Common topics for 2-minute speeches

Environment
Domestic Violence
Women’s Day
Teachers’ Day
Importance of Cleanliness

2-minute speech topics for students

Failure: A blessing in disguise
The best attitude to have is gratitude
Is there value in homework?
Impact of technology on mental health
The authenticity of online degrees
The future is sustainability
Social media detox
Blended learning and its benefits
Residential programs and their benefits
New education policy
Value of time
Importance of education
Discipline and its importance.
2-minute speech on any freedom fighter
Ban on school uniforms

2-minute speech topics for adults

Work-life balance for remote employees
Fields that can turn completely virtual
Slow living: beyond the hustle
Impact of diet on mental health
Unhealthy patterns that cost you in your 40s
Advice to an 18-year-old
How colors affect people
Consistency over motivation
Future of automobile
Metaverse: the new shopping hub
The power of fake news
Ban on animal testing
Adopt, don’t shop!
Social media diet fads or eating disorders?
Can money buy happiness?

Final words

2-minute speeches are short, crisp speeches that help in conveying your ideas or opinions to the people effectively. As the time is short, focusing too much on the opening lines or in-depth research will steal your time. Instead, focus on a takeaway and chip in extra efforts to give a memorable conclusion.

At the end of the day, there are no strict rules that you must follow for 2-minute speeches, and hence you are open to writing it and delivering it the way that suits best for you.

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The 50 Best 2-Minute Speech Topics

It might seem daunting to come up with a speech topic, let alone a two-minute speech topic that can both engage and inform your audience. With the right topic, however, you can make a powerful impact in the short amount of time that you have. Here is a list of the 50 best two minute speech topics to get you started.

The Importance of Setting Boundaries
Discrimination in the Workplace
Self-Care and Stress Management for Mental Well-Being
If I Could Live the Life of My Dog for a Day
The Benefits of Positive Self-Talk
Different Challenges of Being a Leader
The Benefits of Diversity in the Workplace
Advantages and Disadvantages of Online Education
What The Pandemic Did To Me
The Benefits of Investing in Yourself
Role of Social Connections in Mental Health
The Role of Technology in Modern Society
The Challenges of Climate Change
How to Become an Expert at Anything
Benefits of Volunteering and Community Service
Work From Home Shenanigans
History and Significance of a Particular Holiday or Event
The Benefits of Reading
The Importance of Building Strong Relationships
The Power of Forgiveness
Importance of Having a Good Work Ethic
The Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep
Benefits of a Healthy Social Life
The Power of Books
The Art of Public Speaking
Value of Education
The Challenges of Living in a Digital World
The Benefits of Having an Unusual Hobby
Achieving Success Through Creative Thinking
Cultivating a Growth Mindset
The Power of Letting Go of the Past
Value of Taking Time for Yourself
The Art of Making Friends
The Importance of Choosing Happiness
Benefits of Living a Simple Life
Joys of Pursuing a Dream
The Value of Learning Every Day
Why It’s Okay to Make Mistakes
Disconnect to Connect
Role of Humor in Life
How to Deal With Stress
Why Learning A Second Language Is A Great Idea
Benefits of a Strong Support System in Times of Hardship
Importance of Forgiveness and How It Can Improve Relationships
Dangers of Distracted Driving
The Importance of Setting Clear Goals and Objectives
Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Our Lives
Benefits of Being a Good Listener and How It Can Improve Your Relationships and Communication Skills
How to Stay Confident in the Face of Criticism or Negativity
The Link Between Body Language and Confidence

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, the 50 Best 2 Minute Speech Topics provide a wide range of ideas to help anyone craft a great speech. With a variety of topics to choose from, there is something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a humorous topic or something more serious. Whatever you choose, make sure it’s something that will engage your audience and leave them with something to think about.

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How to Write a Two Minute Speech: A Step-by-Step Guide

Have you ever been asked to give a two-minute speech and found yourself struggling to come up with the perfect words? Writing a speech, even a short one, can be a daunting task. It requires careful planning, research, and structure to convey your message effectively. But don't worry, we've got you covered. In this step-by-step guide, we'll take you through the process of crafting a concise and impactful two-minute speech.

Understanding the Purpose of a Two Minute Speech

Before we dive into the writing process, it's essential to understand the purpose of a two-minute speech. As the name suggests, a two-minute speech is a brief talk that typically conveys a specific message or idea. It may be delivered on various occasions, such as a business pitch, a wedding toast, or a school presentation.

Two-minute speeches have become increasingly popular in recent years, and it's not hard to see why. In today's fast-paced world, people have shorter attention spans, and it can be challenging to keep an audience engaged for an extended period. A two-minute speech allows you to deliver your message quickly and efficiently, without losing your audience's attention.

The Importance of Brevity

One of the critical features of a two-minute speech is brevity. Given the limited time frame, you need to convey your message succinctly and powerfully. Clarity, conciseness, and impactfulness are more important than impressing your audience with fancy words or complex arguments.

It's crucial to remember that brevity doesn't mean sacrificing substance. You still need to have a clear message and supporting points to make your speech effective. However, you must prioritize your ideas and present them in a way that is easy for your audience to understand and remember.

Common Occasions for Two-Minute Speeches

There are numerous occasions when a two-minute speech may be required. These include:

Job interviews: A two-minute speech can be an effective way to introduce yourself and highlight your qualifications for a job.
Entrepreneurship pitches: If you're looking to secure funding for a new business venture, a two-minute pitch can be an excellent way to make a quick impression on potential investors.
Wedding toasts: A heartfelt two-minute speech can be a beautiful way to honor the newlyweds and celebrate their love.
Funeral eulogies: A two-minute speech can be a powerful way to pay tribute to a loved one who has passed away.
Conference presentations: Two-minute speeches are becoming increasingly popular at conferences as a way for presenters to deliver quick, impactful messages.
School or college assignments: Two-minute speeches can be an effective way for students to practice public speaking and showcase their knowledge on a particular topic.
Political campaigns: Two-minute speeches are often used by politicians during debates and other public appearances to convey their message quickly and effectively.

Whether you're delivering a two-minute speech at a job interview, a wedding, or a conference, remember that brevity and impactfulness are key. With careful planning and practice, you can deliver a powerful message that will leave a lasting impression on your audience.

Planning Your Two Minute Speech

Now that you understand the critical features of a two-minute speech let's move on to the first step in the writing process, planning.

Identifying Your Main Message

The first step in planning your speech is identifying your primary message. What is it that you want to convey to your audience? Is it a call to action, an informative idea or a persuasive pitch? Once you determine your primary message, you will be able to craft the rest of your speech around it.

Researching Your Topic

After identifying your primary message, you will need to conduct research on your topic to support your arguments and convey credibility. You can use various sources, including books, articles, websites and interviews to gather information. Ensure that you only use reliable and verified sources to avoid any inaccuracies in your speech.

Knowing Your Audience

The last step in planning your speech is knowing your audience. Who will be listening to your speech, and what are their needs and expectations? Tailoring your speech to your audience will help you connect better with them and convey your message more effectively.

Structuring Your Two Minute Speech

With the planning phase complete, it's time to move on to the structure of your speech. A well-structured speech will ensure that your message is conveyed effectively, and your audience stays engaged throughout the two minutes.

Crafting a Strong Introduction

Your introduction is the most critical part of your speech. It should be attention-grabbing, informative, and set the tone for the rest of your talk. Start with a quote, anecdote, or a shocking statistic to capture your audience's attention, and then proceed to introduce your primary message.

Organizing Your Key Points

To keep your speech organized, begin by outlining your primary message and then break it down into three key points. Ensure each point supports your primary message and flows coherently into the next point. Use examples, stories, or data to illustrate your points and keep your audience engaged throughout.

Developing a Memorable Conclusion

Just as your introduction is essential, so is your conclusion. It should leave a lasting impression on your audience, summarize your main points and restate your primary message. You can end with a call to action or a powerful quote that resonates with your message and inspires your audience to act.

Writing Tips for a Two Minute Speech

Writing a great two-minute speech requires more than just outlining and structuring your talk. Here are some additional writing tips to help make your speech memorable and impactful.

Using Clear and Concise Language

When writing a two-minute speech, it's essential to use straightforward language that your audience can understand. Avoid complex vocabulary and jargon that may confuse or alienate your listeners.

Incorporating Storytelling Techniques

Using personal anecdotes, real-life examples, or case studies can help illustrate your key points and make your speech more relatable to your audience. It can also add a humanistic touch to your speech and make it more memorable in the long run.

Balancing Facts and Emotions

Lastly, it's essential to balance your use of facts and emotions. While facts help support your arguments and add credibility, emotions help connect with your audience and make your speech more impactful. A balanced approach to facts and emotions is crucial for a great two-minute speech.

ChatGPT Prompt for Writing a Two Minute Speech

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Compose a speech that is two minutes in length, ensuring that it is well-crafted, comprehensive, and of the highest quality possible.

[ADD ADDITIONAL CONTEXT. CAN USE BULLET POINTS.]

In conclusion, writing a two-minute speech requires careful planning, research, and structure. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you'll be able to craft a concise, impactful talk that resonates with your audience and conveys your message effectively. Remember to keep it simple, use storytelling techniques and maintain a balance between facts and emotions. With practice, you'll be able to deliver great two-minute speeches that leave a lasting impression on your audience.

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How to write a 2-minute speech.

Last week I sat in the audience at the annual Project Glimmer fundraising luncheon, proudly watching three powerful young women deliver powerful personal perspectives on Saying 'Yes', Dreaming Big, and Taking Back their Voice.

This was a really big deal and a really big moment. It was the first time the audience could hear directly from these girls and the way Project Glimmer supported them throughout their teen and tween years — they had finally turned 18.

When Chrissy Shea , CEO of Project Glimmer, approached me to support the girls with their speeches, she knew what she was doing. She has been orchestrating these events for more than a decade and knows that every minute counts. Each girl was given two minutes to share her story.

Two minutes is not a lot of time. Every word — every syllable — matters.

The speeches were spectacular — they were the highlight of the event. They told the story of each girl and they told the story of Project Glimmer. They accomplished a full metric ton of impact in a mere 120 seconds.

If you've ever struggled to write a high-impact speech with just 120 seconds to make yourself and your message memorable, it's easier to achieve than you think.

The audience reaction and the girls' satisfaction inspired me to share with others my approach to writing a 2-minute speech and setting your client up for success (which can also be applied to 5-minute and even 20 minute speeches, with slight variations).

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Step 1. Ask questions and listen.

Every speech-writing engagement begins with deep inquiry and deep listening. In just 45 minutes, I usually have all I need to write a 2-minute speech. (Longer speeches may take some back and forth as we dive deeper into stories.) This is always my favorite part of the process. I feel like I'm panning for gold, shirt-sleeves rolled up, senses dialed high as I'm on high alert for that glint of truth that we'll hang the entire speech around. It's not always in the story being shared — in fact, I quite often find it in the silence or hesitation or discarded thought bubble.

I operate intuitively, feeling for truth in my body — I am feeling what it's like to be the audience as I listen to my client in those first 45 minutes. I'm listening and I'm watching for all those places where the words, the story, and the person become a quantum experience — where they are more than the sum of their parts.

I usually find the hook in the first 15 minutes, and I use the rest of the time gently digging around it — like an archaeologist unearthing a fossil — to bring it to life.

Step 2. Cluster themes and squint.

I record and transcribe our discovery sessions. Recording allows me to stay present and in my body, listening and feeling, instead of stressing out about capturing the specific words and phrases and details.

Once I have the transcript, I start looking for the bones. I get rid of all the fluff and tangential stuff and I start looking for patterns in the content itself: repeated words and phrases are a pattern, the story of a from-to expansion is a pattern, the story of a repeated cycle is a pattern.

(By the way, pattern-recognition is one of my superpowers. It's even in my Human Design, which I use as a tool to amplify my gifts and better serve my clients. Follow this link to begin working with yours. )

After stripping out the inessential, I now have the hook and the bones, and I squint. (My business partner, Tara Tallman Sollman , taught me this one.) Squinting helps you see the forest through the trees.

I now have my storytelling "architecture" and can begin the actual writing.

Step 3. Write for voice and rhythm.

I often feel like a method actor throughout my speech-writing process. In the first step, I physically embody the audience, imagining and sensing their experience and what they want or need to hear and feel. In this step, I now embody the speaker.

I imagine I am them at the podium and I sit in their life experience and aura. I also know their Human Design (I bring this into my client work so that I can better serve) — their energy type, the places in their definition that they most identify with, their profile lines. I also know where they may feel vulnerable so I can help them navigate and provide tender, even "surgical" support in a way that it lands in their emotional and physical self.

The most important part of writing for my client's voice is to remove myself from the mix — I must become my client, but in an elevated form for the main stage.

It's an emotional and energetic balancing act to be:

– relatable, but not colloquial

– aspirational, but not pretentious

– informational, but not boring

Getting the voice right is a giant step in getting the rhythm right — the tools of rhetoric and language are deeply intertwined.

Step 4. Read it out loud and trim for time.

Okay, this is arguably the most painful part of the process. It often means letting go of precious words and turns of phrase, but it's also where the ultimate pay-off is.

I have no idea why it is that a speech read in silence and a speech spoken out loud are so very different. What sounds fine to your mind while scanning the page can sound overwhelmingly formal, fussy, and dull when spoken out loud. It never ceases to amaze me.

I always always always do this step with the client — this is where we begin transferring ownership, honing and trimming together.

I bring to them the fleshed-out architecture, eyeballing it for length (so we're not tasked with turning a novel into a sound-bite). I start this session by reading out loud the entire speech and pointing out areas that felt powerful and natural to me and areas that felt forced. When I do this, I am helping them understand my language as a guide, but I'm also helping them see what resonates for me as the audience member again.

During this stage we're both in the Google Doc highlighting, cutting, transforming, and editing — it's a moment of real collaboration and co-creation at its best.

By the end of the session, we do a read-through and time it. Anything between 1:50 and 2:10 is good for me — we'll fine-tune it in the final coaching session for delivery.

The client now has their Google Doc. I no longer touch it (unless they ask). It is theirs to play with word choice and emphasis — they're now tasked to "make it their own" where there may be places that don't feel 100% authentic.

Step 5. Listen, nuance, and amplify.

This is the phase I love most. Even though we've only spent 2-3 brief sessions together, we've built so much trust and intimacy in our little world of words and stories. I get to see the results of their trust-fall with me.

I have my client read their speech to me as if they were delivering it, and I time it. I listen for emphasis and tone and "connection" to the content, and I take notes about words I want to emphasize, places I want to speed up or slow down, opportunities to pause. I am noting all the ways I want my client to hold this space and own this moment. I want them to step into their power and magnetism, because I know that's what the audience hungers for.

After annotating the delivery, we get a clean recording that I send in an audio file so they can listen over and over, imprinting their voice in their minds to aid them in memorization. (It's infinitely more powerful and magnetic when delivering a speech from memory, but it takes a lot more time to get there. If you have the time and runway to memorize and rehearse, I can't recommend this enough.)

Whether you're writing a 2-minute, 5-minute, or 20-minute speech, the best speeches are always anchored in a story. A nugget of truth about you that is accessible and relatable to others in the form of a universal truth, and a way of sharing it that brings to life multiple dimensions of our collective human experience.

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28+ Easy English 2-Minute Speech Topics For Students

A concise 2-minute speech should begin with a compelling introduction that states your topic’s relevance and importance while briefly introducing yourself. Allocate about a minute for two clear and well-structured main points supported by relevant examples or evidence. Utilize transitions to smoothly guide your audience through these points, ensuring a logical flow. Conclude by summarizing your main ideas, underlining their significance, and leaving the audience with a memorable closing thought or call to action. Practising with a timer and refining your delivery will help you maintain confidence and coherence within the time limit.

Easy English 2-minute Speech Topics for Students (30 Topic Ideas)

Here are some 2-minute speech topics suitable for students; they are easy to prepare, and we have included sample speeches for the most.

The Power of Kindness: Discuss how small acts of kindness can significantly impact individuals and the community. Here is an example: The Power of Kindness
The Power of Self-Compassion : The power of self-compassion lies in its ability to transform setbacks into opportunities for growth, fostering resilience, kindness, and a deeper connection with oneself and others. The Power of Self-Compassion
The Benefits of Reading: Highlight the advantages of reading regularly, from expanding vocabulary to fostering creativity. Here is an example: The Benefits of Reading
Embracing Failure as a Stepping Stone: Talk about how failures can be valuable learning experiences and growth opportunities. Embracing Failure as a Stepping Stone
Cyberbullying Awareness : Raise awareness about the adverse effects of cyberbullying and encourage online kindness. Cyberbullying 2-minute speech
The Importance of Recycling: Explain why recycling is crucial for the environment and how students can contribute. Importance of Recycling
Overcoming Stage Fright: Share strategies for managing stage fright and public speaking anxiety. Remove Stage Fear
The Impact of Social Media on Relationships: Discuss how social media affects friendships, family relationships, and personal interactions. Related: Negative Impacts on Social Media
Balancing Academics and Extracurricular Activities: Offer tips for maintaining a healthy balance between schoolwork and extracurricular pursuits.
Discovering Your Passion: Encourage students to explore their interests and find their passions outside of academics.
The Role of Students in Environmental Conservation: Inspire students to protect the environment through active actions actively.
Building Healthy Study Habits: Provide practical advice on effective study habits and time management for academic success. Healthy Study Habits
Promoting Mental Health Awareness: Discuss the importance of addressing mental health issues and reducing stigma.
The Significance of Volunteering: Talk about the benefits of volunteering for personal growth and community betterment. The Significance of Volunteering
Media Literacy in the Digital Age: Educate students about critical thinking when consuming online information and media.
Exploring Cultural Diversity: Celebrate the richness of cultural diversity and the importance of embracing different perspectives.
Healthy Eating for Students: Share tips for making nutritious food choices and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Setting SMART Goals: Teach students how to set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals.
The Impact of Music on Mood: Discuss how music can influence emotions and provide stress relief for students.
The Importance of Time Management: Explain why managing time efficiently is essential for academic success and well-being.
The Influence of Role Models: Highlight the positive impact of role models on shaping students’ aspirations and behaviour.
Ethical Considerations in AI: Discuss the moral challenges and considerations surrounding the development and use of artificial intelligence, including issues related to bias, privacy, and accountability.
Impact of AI on Employment: Explore the potential impact of AI on the job market, discussing both the potential for job displacement and the creation of new opportunities.
Applications of AI in Healthcare: Highlight the various ways artificial intelligence is used in the healthcare industry, from diagnostics to personalized medicine.
AI and Climate Change: Discuss how AI technologies can address environmental challenges, such as climate change, through improved resource management, energy efficiency, and monitoring.
The Role of AI in Education: Explore how AI transforms education through personalized learning, adaptive assessments, and intelligent tutoring systems.
AI and Creativity: Challenge the notion that AI is purely analytical and explore how it can enhance and contribute to creative art, music, and literature processes. 2-minute speech on AI and Creativity
The Future of AI: Discuss emerging trends and technologies in AI, such as quantum computing, explainable AI, and the potential for superintelligent systems.
AI and Cybersecurity : Explore the role of AI in enhancing cybersecurity measures, from threat detection to proactive defence strategies.
AI in Autonomous Vehicles: Highlight the advancements in AI that contribute to the development of autonomous vehicles and discuss the potential benefits and challenges.
Bias in AI: This section delves into the issue of bias in AI algorithms, discussing how biases can emerge and the efforts to address and mitigate them.
What makes learning fun: Learning becomes enjoyable when infused with curiosity, allowing individuals to freely explore new ideas and concepts. Engaging activities and interactive experiences stimulate the mind, fostering a sense of discovery and accomplishment. When learners feel empowered to connect with the material personally, whether through hands-on experimentation or meaningful discussions, acquiring knowledge transforms into a delightful journey of growth and understanding. 2-minute speech on What Makes Learning Fun?

Which topic is best for a 2-minute speech?

When preparing a 2-minute speech, it is most important to select a topic that interests you and appeals to your listeners. Consider the occasion and your audience to ensure your speech is appropriate for the event. Keep your speech concise, focused, and engaging to deliver your message effectively within the time limit. Remember that the purpose of a 2-minute speech is to convey your message clearly and effectively.

How do I give a great 2-minute speech?

To deliver a great 2-minute speech, focus on a clear and concise message. Start with a strong opening, organize your speech with a brief introduction, one or two main points, and a compelling conclusion. Use simple, impactful language, engage your audience, and practice your speech for smooth delivery and confidence. Manage your time effectively to fit within the 2-minute limit. Related: Checklist for your Speech Preparation

Is a 2 minute speech good?

A 2-minute speech is effective for various occasions, such as introductions, presentations or short talks.

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Public speaking can be a daunting task for many students. Whether it’s presenting in front of a classroom or speaking at an event, the thought of standing up and delivering a speech can make even the most confident individuals feel nervous. However, mastering the art of public speaking is an invaluable skill that can benefit students in various aspects of their lives. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of 2 minute speech topics for students and provide a comprehensive guide to help them excel in this endeavor.

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Importance of 2-Minute Speeches

Time management is crucial in today’s fast-paced world, and learning how to effectively communicate ideas within a short time frame is a valuable skill. 2-minute speeches challenge students to condense their thoughts and ideas into a concise format, teaching them the importance of prioritizing information and delivering it efficiently.

Additionally, shorter speeches help students develop their attention-span, as they must find creative ways to engage their audience and convey their message effectively in a limited amount of time.

Moreover, regular practice with short speeches can significantly improve students’ overall public speaking abilities, boosting their confidence and communication skills.

How to Select 2 Minute Speech Topics For Students?

Selecting 2-minute speech topics for students can be a thoughtful process. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you choose the perfect topic:

Identify Interests: Encourage students to consider their interests, hobbies, or areas of expertise. Topics they’re passionate about are more likely to engage both them and their audience.
Relevance: Choose topics that are relevant to the audience’s interests, current events, or issues that affect their lives. This ensures the speech resonates with the listeners.
Audience Consideration: Consider the audience’s demographics and preferences. Select topics that are appropriate and interesting to the specific audience you’ll be addressing.
Clarity and Depth: Opt for topics that can be explored within a 2-minute timeframe. Ensure the topic is narrow enough to cover adequately but broad enough to provide depth and insight.
Impactful and Thought-Provoking: Select topics that have the potential to evoke emotions, spark discussions, or inspire action. Thought-provoking topics encourage critical thinking and engagement from the audience.
Personal Connection: Encourage students to choose topics that they have a personal connection to or experiences with. Sharing personal anecdotes or insights can make the speech more authentic and relatable.
Diversity: Promote diversity in topic selection. Encourage students to explore a range of subjects, including social issues, science and technology, arts and culture, environment, education, and more.
Relevance to Learning Objectives: Align the topic selection with the learning objectives or goals of the assignment or curriculum. Ensure that the chosen topics allow students to demonstrate their understanding and skills effectively.
Originality: Encourage creativity and originality in topic selection. Encourage students to think outside the box and explore unique or less-discussed subjects to capture the audience’s attention.
Practice and Feedback: After selecting a topic, encourage students to practice delivering their speech and seek feedback from peers or mentors. This helps refine the content and delivery for maximum impact.

By following these guidelines, students can select 2-minute speech topics that are engaging, relevant, and impactful, allowing them to effectively communicate their ideas and connect with their audience.

100+ 2 Minute Speech Topics For Students

The Importance of Kindness in Daily Life
Benefits of Regular Exercise
Overcoming Adversity: Lessons Learned
Impact of Social Media on Relationships
Environmental Conservation: Small Actions, Big Impact
The Power of Positivity
Exploring Cultural Diversity
Importance of Time Management for Students
My Role Model and Why They Inspire Me
Breaking Stereotypes: Embracing Individuality
The Influence of Music on Mood
The Art of Effective Communication
Benefits of Volunteering in the Community
Overcoming Fear of Failure
Cyberbullying: Recognizing and Preventing It
The Beauty of Diversity in Nature
Healthy Eating Habits for a Balanced Life
Importance of Mental Health Awareness
Pursuing Your Passions: Finding Fulfillment
The Impact of Technology on Education
Respecting Differences: Embracing Inclusion
Tips for Effective Study Techniques
Importance of Setting Goals
Coping with Stress in High School
Benefits of Learning a Second Language
The Power of a Smile
Exploring Career Options: Finding Your Path
Benefits of Outdoor Activities for Physical Health
Overcoming Procrastination: Getting Things Done
Building Resilience in Challenging Times
The Role of Education in Shaping Society
Importance of Financial Literacy for Teens
Developing Leadership Skills in Student Life
Impact of Positive Role Models on Youth
The Value of Friendship in Adolescence
Environmental Sustainability: Individual Responsibility
Overcoming Peer Pressure: Making Smart Choices
The Joy of Reading: Unlocking Imagination
Recognizing and Appreciating Teachers
The Power of Empathy in Building Relationships
Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation
Navigating Social Media: Staying Safe Online
Exploring Career Opportunities in STEM Fields
Overcoming Self-Doubt: Believing in Yourself
The Importance of Cultural Awareness
Tips for Effective Public Speaking
Benefits of Adopting a Pet
The Impact of Positive Affirmations on Self-Confidence
Digital Citizenship: Responsible Online Behavior
Celebrating Diversity in Friendship
Importance of Sleep for Academic Success
Overcoming Challenges Through Perseverance
The Power of Gratitude in Daily Life
Benefits of Teamwork in Achieving Goals
The Role of Family in Shaping Values
Exploring Creativity Through Art and Music
The Significance of Volunteer Work in Society
Developing Critical Thinking Skills
Tips for Effective Time Management
Overcoming Obstacles: Turning Failure into Success
The Impact of Social Media Influencers
Cultivating a Growth Mindset
The Importance of Recycling for a Sustainable Future
Benefits of Positive Affirmations for Mental Health
The Role of Technology in Environmental Conservation
Exploring Different Learning Styles
Overcoming Test Anxiety: Strategies for Success
Benefits of Participating in Sports
The Power of Positive Self-Talk
Importance of Respecting Others’ Opinions
Strategies for Conflict Resolution
The Impact of Role Models on Career Choices
Exploring Cultural Traditions and Celebrations
Overcoming Negative Body Image: Embracing Self-Acceptance
The Benefits of Traveling and Cultural Exchange
The Influence of Peer Groups on Behavior
Building Confidence Through Public Speaking
Importance of Setting Boundaries in Relationships
The Role of Nutrition in Mental Health
Benefits of Journaling for Personal Growth
The Impact of Social Media on Body Image
Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination
The Power of Resilience in Adversity
Tips for Effective Conflict Resolution
Benefits of Positive Affirmations for Self-Esteem
Exploring Different Career Paths
Overcoming Shyness: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
The Importance of Self-Care Practices
Benefits of Outdoor Education Programs
The Role of Empathy in Building Stronger Communities
Strategies for Building Healthy Relationships
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Recognizing Your Worth
The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
Benefits of Learning from Failure
The Power of Visualization in Goal Setting
Strategies for Overcoming Perfectionism
Importance of Seeking Help for Mental Health Issues
The Role of Resilience in Academic Success
Benefits of Adopting a Growth Mindset
The Impact of Positive Role Models on Self-Confidence
Strategies for Overcoming Test Anxiety
Benefits of Practicing Gratitude Daily
The Power of Positive Thinking in Achieving Goals
Tips for Building Resilience in Challenging Times
Importance of Building a Support Network for Mental Health.

Ways To Structure 2 Minutes Speech

Structuring a 2-minute speech effectively is essential to ensure that your message is clear, concise, and engaging. Here are several ways to structure a 2-minute speech:

Introduction (10-15 seconds)

Start with a hook or attention-grabber to capture the audience’s interest.
Introduce yourself and briefly preview the topic you’ll be discussing.
State the main purpose or thesis of your speech.

Main Points (45-60 seconds)

Organize your speech into two or three main points that support your thesis.
Dedicate roughly equal time to each main point.
Provide supporting evidence, examples, or anecdotes for each point to reinforce your arguments.
Use transitions to smoothly move from one point to the next, maintaining the flow of your speech.

Conclusion (15-20 seconds)

Summarize the main points you’ve discussed, reinforcing your thesis.
End with a strong closing statement or call to action that leaves a lasting impression on the audience.
Avoid introducing new information in the conclusion; instead, focus on reinforcing key takeaways.

Optional: Opening Story or Quote (10-15 seconds)

Begin your speech with a relevant story, anecdote, or quote that sets the tone for your topic.
Ensure that the opening relates directly to the main points you’ll be discussing and serves to engage the audience from the start.

Optional: Visual Aid or Prop (if applicable)

If appropriate for your topic, consider using a visual aid or prop to enhance your speech.
Keep visual aids simple and relevant, using them to complement your verbal message rather than distract from it.

Optional: Audience Interaction (if applicable)

Engage the audience by asking a rhetorical question, prompting them to reflect on their own experiences, or inviting them to participate in a brief activity related to your topic.
Be mindful of time constraints and ensure that any audience interaction enhances rather than detracts from the overall structure of your speech.

Remember to practice your speech multiple times to ensure that you can deliver it comfortably within the 2-minute timeframe. Focus on clarity, coherence, and confidence in your delivery, and be prepared to adapt if you find that certain sections of your speech are taking longer than anticipated.

With careful planning and rehearsal, you can structure a compelling and effective 2-minute speech that effectively conveys your message to the audience.

Mastering the art of 2 minute speeches is a valuable skill that can benefit students in various aspects of their lives. By learning how to effectively communicate ideas within a short timeframe, students can improve their time management, attention span, and overall public speaking abilities.

By choosing the right 2 minute speech topics for students, structuring their speech effectively, and delivering it with confidence, students can excel in this endeavor and become successful communicators.

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Here is your short paragraph on Loyalty !

Loyalty is one of the best noble qualities found in human beings as well as animals such as horses, dogs, elephants etc.

The word ‘Loyalty’ in simple words means ‘fidelity’ which is accompanied by sacrifice, compassion and obedience of heart.

A loyal individual is always ready to sacrifice everything (even his life) for the sake of other person to whom he/ she is loyal to. For instance, say a person is loyal towards his relative, friend, master or country. So he will be ready to sacrifice everything (even his life for the sake of his relative, friend, master or country.

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Loyalty is like a pillar that is strong & firm to stand any force that try to penetrate through it. Loyalty is hard to be seen in today’s world because every individual seems to fulfill his/ her own personal desires first. Still there are few companies who are lucky enough to find loyal employees working really hard with utmost loyalty. At times they also fight to safeguard the interest of their companies from competitors.

Loyalty is mainly seen in servants and courageous soldiers. Loyalty is commonly found in bold and brave characters. Weak and meek persons lack spirit of loyalty in them.

Loyal individuals can become great administrators, great commanders and great leaders in their respective fields. Individuals who lack loyalty are disbelieved and hated by the society wherever they go.

Loyalty shows a person’s complete dedication & devotion towards others. Being loyal is always good to maintain healthy fruitful relationships with your friends, family, colleagues and everyone you come across.

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I. Loyalty helps to build strong healthy relationships.

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IV. Loyalty helps you to filter unprofitable customers.

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Overthinking It

40 Inspirational Speeches in 2 Minutes

Warning: do not watch this rousing montage if you have a heart condition..

So way back in April, I first had the idea of editing together inspirational speeches. Since then, the Dow has dropped 3,000 points and one million jobs have been lost. The people of the United States are now a ragtag bunch of scruffy underdogs, down by three touchdowns at halftime, with a whole horde of orcs waiting for us right outside those locker room doors. Inspiration has become something we need . (By the way, you couldn’t tell because it started the sentence, but “Inspiration” was capitalized.)

What I’m trying to say is, I may have just single-handedly saved the economy with this montage:

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TRANSCRIPT:

Shame on you. This could be the greatest night of our lives, but you’re going to let it be the worst. And I guarantee a week won’t go by in your life you won’t regret walking out, letting them get the best of you. Well, I’m not going home. We’ve come too far! And I’m going to stay right here and fight for this lost cause. A day may come when the courage of men fails… but it is not THIS day. The line must be drawn HERE. This far, no further! I’m not saying it’s going to be easy. You’re going to work harder than you ever worked before. But that’s fine, we’ll just get tougher with it! If a person grits his teeth and shows real determination, failure is not an option. That’s how winning is done! Believe me when I say we can break this army here, and win just one for the Gipper. But I say to you what every warrior has known since the beginning of time: you’ve got to get mad. I mean plum mad dog mean. If you would be free men, then you must fight to fulfill that promise! Let us cut out their living guts one inch at a time, and they will know what we can do! Let no man forget how menacing we are. We are lions! You’re like a big bear, man! This is YOUR time! Seize the day, never surrender, victory or death… that’s the Chicago Way! Who’s with me? Clap! Clap! Don’t let Tink die! Clap! Alright! Let’s fly! And gentlemen in England now abed shall know my name is the Lord when I tell our enemies that they may take our lives, but they’ll never take our Independence Day!

Some behind-the-scenes notes for editing nerds only.

Obviously, there was some fudging to get it all in one aspect ratio. Some clips were 4:3, so I had to blow them up to fill a 16:9 frame. Other clips were 2.35:1, and I had to blow those up too. You don’t really notice, because you’re watching the finished product in a little box.
The music sort of picked itself. A problem I always run into doing these videos is that you can’t just push a button and make a movie’s soundtrack magically disappear. I actually discarded certain clips because they had loud music I couldn’t cover up ( Starship Troopers : “Everyone fights, no one quits.”) But there were two clips I felt like I needed that had really loud music – Animal House and Henry V . So I got those mp3s, synced them up with those two clips, and then dragged the audio out to underscore the entire piece.
For a while, I was going to end it with Henry V to ID4 , like this: “… and hold their manhoods cheap, while any speaks who fought with us upon OUR INDEPENDENCE DAY!” But I like going back to Braveheart , because it’s sort of a subtle, subconscious fakeout. The video began with the Braveheart speech, and when William Wallace pops back up, you think it’s going to end there. You don’t expect that last cut to Bill Pullman.
I’m grateful to Mr. Stokes, who suggested that I use longer clips at the beginning. At the time I had even more movies packed in there, with more cuts. But Jordan is usually right, and it definitely works better with more of a build.
My favorite cut: Chaplin as a Hitler-esque dictator, to George C. Scott as Patton. Not an accident.
The clips at the end aren’t exactly in random order. It’s seven shots of characters with arms raised in triumph: the boy from Neverending Story , Rudy, Andy Dufresne, the Grinch, Ferris Bueller, Lincoln, and Rocky.
My favorite speech? Animal House , actually. Maybe it’s the positive associations we all have with that movie, or the positive associations we all have with Belushi. But by jingo, it works.

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143 Comments on “40 Inspirational Speeches in 2 Minutes”

Great video.

I have a list of what i think are the movies you used. Still missing a few.

Can you fill them in?

http://paulnich.blogspot.com/2008/12/most-inspirational-movie-ever.html

I love the “peace with/by inches” speech from _Any Given Sunday_, which of course you included in this excellent piece.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rFx6OFooCs

I used to keep an mp3 of that speech on my desktop in college, and when I hit the wall late nights writing a paper or working on a project and couldn’t go any further, I’d play it and recharge.

I remember I played it for the YPMB scriptwriting committee once, I think before we wrote our Harvard script. It seemed to have a pretty powerful effect on everybody.

I haven’t been the annoying feminist in a long while, so here it is: Isn’t it sad that there are only 2.5 women in that video? (The .5 is for Peter Pan.)

What, we’re not allowed to be epic and inspirational? We’re not important enough to make the big, final speeches to rouse up the team or the country or the Ancient Roman armies? Where’s the video for us? Because, I’ll tell you, where would the movie Troy be without Helen? Where would Rocky be without Adrian? Where would Bastian be without that weird princess girl? Where would William Wallace be without that dead wife of his? Where would the president of Independence Day be without that dead wife of HIS?

No. We’re going to fight! We’re gonna live on! Today, my friends, is our Women’s History Month!

I need a name for something. It’s that line that marks where irony and earnestness sort of collide. I can’t be sure how much you intended the earnest side of it, but speaking as someone who has loved and been moved by many of these, I can’t experience it just as irony, and it’s much too smart (Oh my God, Superman with the flag) to experience just as earnest (yes, stating the obvious, sorry). I’m fairly certain that is what you were going for. Good freaking job. For the record, the way I’d refer to that line right now, lacking a name, would be “that space OverthinkingIt occupies most of the time.”

First little gasp/laugh of delight: appearance of Newsies. Another favorite moment: Jimmy Stewart to Return of the King. To Patrick Stewart. Stewart sandwich! (That’s not why, just funny). Keira Knightley, moment I never would’ve remembered, totally working. Maybe that was more inspirational than I realized?

(rewatching)

Jesus, this thing is like bottled happiness. And I don’t even want to keep watching it because I hate knowing climactic scenes from movies I haven’t seen (of which there are a few in here). But I can’t stop! So… thanks?

Letting the sentiment go for a second, it never until now occurred to me how heavily the gender balance of these things is skewed (It’s just Keira and Peter Pan on the other side, right? Heh. Half the female representation is Peter Pan). It’s not surprising, I guess–these speeches are generally given by people at the confluence of leader, authority figure and older, experienced one, all of which are categories we’ve usually associated with men. And there is of course the whole “Henry V was a dude, of course it’s a dude” angle. But, you know, interesting.

So, if anyone else cares, how are inspirational speeches gendered, and why? When I think back to “Strong Female Characters,” there have to be some great ass-kicking lines from, say, Aliens and Terminator 2, but in those cases the women were defending very specific things. Is it easier, culturally, to let women stand up for themselves or specific others like their own children, before we let them crusade for ideas like Jimmy Stewart or lead groups of people like Braveheart? Is there a speech in, say, Norma Rae that totally belongs here?

That’s quite enough for a comment, so I’m going to stop myself. Much food for thought, and very good job!

Mlawski says it better, as I would expect. And doesn’t forget Kirsten Dunst.

@mlawski Good point. Obviously the fact that most of these movies are sports and historically set war/battle movies means mostly men. Valid point though.

I mostly just wanted to make an inspirational speech :)

@Siwi: I love that you said that OTI is where irony and earnestness collide. That is SO AWESOME!*

*Was that irony or earnestness? I’ll never tell.

I’m not sure you even know yourself, I think that’s the secret. The AWESOME secret.

It’s even in sing-along format in the clip I found:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUhwA-C-ACg

This one is one of my favorite political drama ones:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44R5BapEdYY

This one, too:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qw5wetGMCrA

But that makes me realize something along the lines of the already-discussed gender disparity. In the two speeches by men I thought of, the man giving the speech was, in some way, defending a woman. Both women are what I would argue “strong female characters,” yet still are under fire in their movies because of “scandal” and such. Sigh.

Nice job Matt! That is pretty outstanding.

I love that you threw Swingers in there. “You’re a bad man.”

Well done Mr Belinke. Perhaps this falls into one of those ‘on shoulders of giants’ categories.

One big reason Hollywood inspirational speeches are gendered is that they appear primarily in sports movies, war movies, science fiction movies and fantasy movies, which overwhelmingly feature male actors and are overwhelmingly for male audiences.

I guess you could have an inspirational montage of everyone’s wives dying or getting kidnapped (Helen of Troy, Independence Day, etc.), but I suspect it would have the opposite effect of what you’d like. You might be better off making a montage of Stephen Seagal, Jean-Claude Van Damme and Brian Bosworth just saying “NOOOOO!!!!” over and over again.

Yes, they could do a lot more movies about women’s sports – so I guess _Stick It_ is the bold vanguard you’re looking for. They could even get ahead of reality a bit and make more than 45% of the coaches in those movies women.

But yeah, you’re going to have problems finding female field generals to give big inspirational speeches in historical epics.

And sure, you could make _The Mists of Avalon_ over and over and over again, but I suspect it would get tiresome.

Mainly – it’s not that Matt didn’t pick those scenes from those movies, it’s that those scenes disproportionately don’t exist or aren’t interesting, either because of the requirements of the genre, the precedent on which they are based, the audience they are looking for, or that fighting against type just for feministic reasons can be pretty counterproductive, since these speeches are all about “TYPE, TYPE, TYPE.”

Only a few movies and shows have really done this well, and certainly not enough to make a quality montage. This is a fight worth waging going forward, but it is not worth diminishing the brilliant work of Bill Pullman or Charles S. Dutton, who have done nothing wrong (except perhaps _Mr. Wrong_).

If you want big inspirational speeches from women who are in the shit, I’d recommend getting as excited as I am about the new season of _Battlestar Galactica_.

my favorites are henry v, network, and rudy. can you give a list of all the films i would like to see some of them.

_Babylon 5_ has some good speeches by women, too, if we’re talking series, now. I can’t find it, but Delen gives a great speech about the awesomeness of humans in the first season. Here’s a clip of the President of the Earth that is a little depressing, but still rings with the ones ^up there^. (It’s sort of a spoiler, too, just in case anyone cares…)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbBRrK9Q-rw

Susan Ivanovna from B5 is one of the most kickass spaceship flying type people in any media ever.

My favorite speech from her starts about 45 seconds into this clip, although she has others that are of a more inspirational bent:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXyDi_91UXw&feature=related

@Fenzel: The funny thing about that clip is the one guy working in the background who seems to be completely ignoring her awesome speech but once or twice looks over his shoulder. So it’s not that he doesn’t hear her; it’s that he heard her, shrugged it off, and went back to work. “‘God sent me’? That’s interesting. Oh, well. Back to pushing buttons. Push the button. Push the button. Look over my shoulder again. Push the button.”

@Shana: Yeah, that’s sort of how the financial crisis happened ;-)

“and are overwhelmingly for male audiences.”

I’m going to pick on this bit, not because I disagree that they are thought of and marketed that way, but because I wish there were a better way to refer to this–there’s not some even split between movies for guys and movies for girls. What I mean is, I think the proportion of girls who see movies like Mighty Ducks versus the proportion of boys who see movies like, say, Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants is very different. The reason, I think, that the focus has tended to be on “guy’s” genres like sports, war, sci-fi and fantasy is that, for those successful among them, it’s really not just guys going. Had the audience for Lord of the Rings been as gendered in either direction as Sex and the City, it could never have been the hit it was.

The upshot seems to be that girls see guy movies, more than guys see girl movies. This means guy movies are more profitable and tend to dominate the marketplace, because they’re playing to more quadrants or whatever. This also means that I’m not sure we should still be thinking of them as guy movies. I think it plays to a false divide and perhaps limits them from being as good as they can be, as movies. (And I’d say excellent examples are given by series you bring up like BSG… as far as I know, no guys refuse to watch the show because it has kickass women or women in positions of leadership, so why should it follow that putting them there is in opposition to the genre or audience? I’m not saying the traditional association was groundless, just… perhaps unnecessary).

Attempting to be brief: I never had any intention of slamming the montage for this. I just saw it as a jumping off point and excellent gathering of evidence to overthink inspirational speeches in movies and gender. I would never mean that to read as a condemnation of Belinkie, Bill Pullman, or anybody, except the faceless “institutions” that are of course at fault for everything. I only starting looking for suggestions of female speeches because that would tend to weaken my argument that they are disproportionately not there.

Heh. Button-pushing man.

Love the piece. If you ever do one again, throw in something from the speech in Boondock Saints, the speech they give when they kill someone.

@Siwi – Thanks so much for your comment. There are definitely times when you’re tediously ripping DVDs and you think, “Why exactly is this worth it?” But then you read a comment like that, and you remember, “Oh yeah, I heart making cool things and sharing them with thousands of like-minded strangers.” So thanks.

I also think you touch on something very true, about the intersection between irony and earnestness. I once performed a rousing rendition of “Proud to Be an American” in a karaoke bar. After it was done, a guy asked me if the performance had been sincere or ironic, and I sort of shrugged at him. The song is very cheesy, but it’s also kind of awesome. It really does hit this sort of weird sweet spot where I enjoy it simultaneously on two levels.

So Siwi, let me suggest the word “earony,” to mean something which is enjoyed partially earnestly, partially ironically. Let me try and use it. “The South Park movie is an earonic take on musicals.” That is, the movie both mocks musicals and celebrates them.

The disproportionate gender balance is an interesting issue. But I think if you look at how many of these speeches come either from coaches or generals, and then think about how many women have had those jobs historically, it’s not surprising.

Gab – not sure I’d hold Sister Suffragette up as pro-woman. The mom in Mary Poppins pretty much just exists to give feminists a bad name.

The Babylon 5 speech is indeed cool. But for this montage, I had a loose rule to use only movies, no TV shows (I cheated a little with Charlie Brown and Peter Pan). Otherwise, there definitely would have been Buffy in there.

So people, what are the great inspirational movie quotes by women? IS there anything from T2 or Aliens? I actually watched G.I. Jane recently, and didn’t see anything that jumped out at me as an uplifting speech.

cool vid….what’s the music playing in the background? (could only identify the music from ID4 in the end)

Good stuff starts a bit more than a minute in —

**STEEL MAGNOLIAS SPOILERS**

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-Ai4SUrj8w

is there anyway to download a copy of the movie?

Trey Parker and Matt Stone are the masters of “earony.” See also _Team America: World Police_ for another outstanding example of such.

what is the music during the clip? the high strings part. what score is that?

The music is from Branagh’s “Henry V,” composed by Patrick Doyle. The soundtrack is full of stirring, inspirational stuff like that.

Fenzel: Ivonovah is probably my favorite character in the series.

Belinkie: I think “Sister Suffrogate” is pro-woman in a comical way. I find it refreshing. “[a]s a group/ They’re rather stupid.” Kills me. And really, the lyrics are pretty tongue-in-cheek. The crazy feminists like her in the suffrage movements both in Europe and here helped drive the men in power holding back their right to vote over the edge. THIS “daughters’ daughter” surely “adores” them for it. Thus, and in answer to your last question, check out _Iron Jawed Angels_ about Alice Paul and the women involved in the American movement for women’s suffrage under Wilson, the wave of feminism that finally got us the vote. No, it’s not an action flick, but it’s a great movie, imo.

Another strong Joan Allen performance, her portrayal of Goodie Proctor in _The Crucible_. I haven’t seen it in a while, but I do remember her having a number of really big/heavy scenes. Hm, and she was also in _Mists of Avalon_ too… Now that I think about it/ IMDB her, she seems to play awesome women fairly frequently. I mean, c’mon, I haven’t seen _Death Race_ yet, but I’m sure she’s scary-cool in it. Patty Nixon, Betty Parker, Pamela Landy… Maybe a Joan Allen montage of some sort would be fun, if I was able. Alas, I’m clueless as to how to make a YouTube video.

I heart Joan Allen.

I’ll admit it, this made me cry.

The ending speech of “The American President”

And I’ll second anything from Babylon 5.

Spectacular! The only improvement I have found would be to let the music complete or fade more gracefully at the end. Right now, it’s rather abrupt.

Powerful – but just too short! These are awesome clips that because most are familiar leave me wanting about 20 seconds more of each one! It is interesting how some of these story lines become a part of our lives. I’ve used Mel Gibson in Braveheart as a metaphor at least twice this week.

Nice compilation job. I liked how you built the story line clip by clip. Your efforts are appreciated! And your site name gives me a good smile as well!

Linked from Lifehacker. I agree-it’s a great way to end the week.

FWIW, you could also put Natalie Portman with her arms up in the rain in V for Vendetta.

Hey that is cool. what program do you use to edit that? i need a editing program close to that. free or for a coupe of bucks,lol. any help here,thanks.

Brilliant. Just, brilliant.

Ok, here’s an inspirational line from a woman:

“Imagine, in the midst of all this slaughter, to die in a way that means something.”

aww, sweet this is just what we need in Digital Movie Processing in college. We’re in Post Production of an ad we’re working on, and we’ve got until Wednesday to get it finished [we’ve only just moved into Post Production – and we’ve 15-30 mins of footage, where most is definitely goin to be thrown out]. We needed inspiration. And we get it in spades. You sir, are a legend :)

That’s amazing, but no Frank Slade is borderline unforgivable. If I was half the commenter I was six years ago, I’d take a FLAAAMEthrower to this place.

@BothTeamsPlayedHard – Yeah, I thought about Scent of a Woman. But one of the rules I was trying to stick to is no actor appears more than once. And there was really no place for the flamethrower line.

But of course, this is one of these projects where there’s no right or wrong answers – I’m sure if I’d started on a different day, everything would have come together differently, with different clips.

Even though I had no idea what they were talking about, that was the most inspirational thing I’ve ever seen. Also, points for using Street Fighter.

I would like to see a list of the movies these clips are from. I recognize plenty of then (braveheart, newsies ;), etc.) but some I didn’t recognize and would like to see.

Amazing job! I’d love tho share this with my Brazilian friends!

I made Portuguese subtitles for the video, but I can’t put them on Youtube because I’m not the author. They’re in the srt format; to upload them choose Captions and Subtitles on the Youtube video page.

http://www.brabo.ppg.br/files/not-an-option.srt

Cheers from Brazil

thanks… posted this to my facebook page… people like it.

I have another line: “Dodge this.”

I really love the speech in Newsies! It’s my favourite child movie, I think i’ve seen it for at least 30 times.

clever. really unique, but i feel you are missing one crucial cinematic staple in american culture… you left out star wars….. some dorks might be offended that star trek and LOTRs got in there…. give luke some love bud

and everyone commenting on the whole feminist argument really knows how to ruin a funny thing. way to be a downer and spoil a good time.

someone who actually knows how to enjoy life

What’s the freakish looking guy in a Superman shirt on a pirate ship? I don’t remember a scene like that in The Elephant Man…

@phil: I guess it’s a perspective thing. I think Overthinking Things ™ makes them more fun, but I can see how others would think it sucks the fun out. You say potato, I say potato.

@phil: Can you see the problem in complaining that people who analyze things are being “downers” in the comments of a blog called *Overthinking It*? Can you?

Internet high five, Clara. No, make that ten.

@Mike G, the guy in the Superman shirt is Sloth Fratelli from “The Goonies”, love that movie.

@Matthew you did an outstanding job, as soon as I saw the title of the video I knew I’d see Henry V, you can’t get a more inspirational speech than that. Thanks for sharing.

thank you so much for this! its 4 am and finals, and some inspiration was SO necessary. im sure there are 100 other clips that could have been inspirational and im not going to sit here and argue for them, but i just reallyyyy need to thank you for this extra push…

now back to studying, or as i like to say “second star to the right, and straight on till morning!”

B-I-T-C-H-I-N !!!

How about the ‘life is like a mop’ speech in UHF by Stanley Spudowski (Michael Richards)…”I’m mad as hell and I’m not going to take it any more.”

Great stuff u got there guys!! it surely overthinking of it cos i never thought bout this would be exsisted. haha honestly I’m touched by this clip. it sure lots hardwork and dedication to made this clip. really appreatiate it. my fav speech is the braveheart scenes. I still love to watch it till todays. Thanks again for the Inspirational Speeches.

I heart Jimmy Stewart and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. I can’t watch that movie without crying.

For fun I subtitle vids for the Deaf and Hard of hearing. Can I use the transcript to subtitle your vid? Would like to give it a try please.

Thanks, Subtitleman

Give it a shot, Subtitleman!

YOU FORGOT THE BEST ONE; FAR SUPERIOR TO ALL YOU MENTIONED: THINK “GLADIATOR” DUMB ASS

Oh Rick you charmer, I didn’t forget anything. I took a look at the ol’ “what we do in life” speech, but it’s got this driving music behind it. Like “BUH dadadadad BUH dadadada BUH.” So I had to leave it out.

And leave my ass out of this.

That was great. Should have been way longer and it needed the Paul Newman Slpashot speech as as well as a speech from Mick in Rocky.

Very well done. I do wish that Warriors would have gotten in there.

Can you dig it? Caaaaaaaaaannnnnnnnnn yooooooooouuuuuuuuuu diiiiiiiiiiggggggggggg iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitttttttt?

This is way cool and so freaking creative!!! Thank you so much for sharing this with everyone. I do believe your inspirational objective was achieved. Awesome Job!!! Happy Holidays to everyone.

Matthew- this is unbelievable. I don’t know if appreciation levels ever jump the shark for you to where “if you’ve seen one anonymous internet stranger thanking you and appreciating your work, then you’ve seen them all”, but count me in as one more to top the pile.

Thanks again and thanks for the first free sample of my newest addiction to OTI.

I think the reason this works so effectively, and why such speeches in movies work in general, is because they ARE so silly; so bombastic. From a fundamental standpoint, self-aggrandizing bombast tends to come from one of two places: either a feeling of inherent superiority or from a desire to become bigger than one’s self. The kind of movies whose speeches are collected in this 135 seconds of joy here celebrate the latter while condemning the former, in some plot related way.

Aragorn could’ve done what Sarumon did and conceded to Sauron, but he didn’t. He stood and fought, even when hopelessly outnumbered, and never gave up.

The boys from Old School could’ve just given up on their fraternity, but they didn’t. They worked hard and fought against the evil Jeremy Piven, and didn’t give up. And so on.

We all know it’s silly, but at the same time it moves us, because it strikes at a central chord of what makes us human: If we didn’t believe that we could dig down deep and make it through, regardless of odds, how the hell could we get out of bed in the morning?

And I think that, more than any innate sexism in society is why a girls will see “guy” movies, but not the other way around. When the women buy shoes in Sex and The City, it’s pretty much just women buying shoes. At best, you could argue it’s a metaphor for consumerism, but even then it’s just buying something as a metaphor for buying things in general. From a basic standpoint, women buying shoes is something that is really only interesting to women.

Conversely, when Rocky goes the distance with Apollo in Rocky, it’s boxing as a metaphor for damn near anything you want it to be. Everyone, man or woman, can relate to needing redemption, to being an underdog, to wanting just one more shot, etc.

I must admit, also, I’d been searching for a way to communicate what I’d described as “Loving something for it’s strengths, while knowing of it’s faults and loving those too” while trying to describe the appeal of Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ On a Prayer”, which I feel like is the musical equivalent of one of these speeches. I think earony is absolutely a perfect term for it. So thanks for that as well.

Baha. As a Robert Sean Leonard fangirl, I watched the entire thing just to see if Mr. Keating’s speech from Dead Poet’s Society was in there. Also, I’d like to point out that DPS and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off were the only movies in there that I recognized and have seen. I feel pathetic.

@Ben – Living on a Prayer definitely invokes strong earony. Great example!

This was just…AWESOME…I can’t quit watching it…nuff said.

What was the whole Charlie Brown speech?

“So people, what are the great inspirational movie quotes by women?”

The only real ‘on the verge of battle’ inspirational speech by a woman I can think of is Elizabeth I: The Golden Age (or Elizabeth I, HBO series) both scenes from Tilbury.

From the movie with Cate Blachete: “My loving people. We see the sails of the enemy approaching. We hear the Spanish guns over the water. Soon now, we will meet them face-to-face. I am resolved, in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die amongst you all. While we stand together no invader shall pass. Let them come with the armies of Hell; they will not pass! And when this day of battle is ended, we meet again in heaven or on the field of victory.”

@Janadr13 – That DOES seem like a good speech. Is the movie good? It’s got Clive Owen, who is awesome.

it reminded me of my childhood(:

Whats the name of that song that plays through the whole thing? I need it.

GREAT VIDEO, Belinks! I love it.

Hey Paul or any of you , do you know where to find the full speeches in Audio or on clips? thanks Kevin

Way cool! You should have ended it with “Caaaaaaaan youuuuu dig iiiiiiiiiit!”

Thanks so much for making this video montage (sp?)! I’ve added it to my blog (philipandfamily.blogpsot.com) after finding it on msn.com. It motivated me to “seize the day” or actually this whole new year! Wanted my friends and family to be movitated too. Kim

What an awesome compilation! At first I sort of smirked at the over-the-top cheesiness of the Big Speeches, but by the end, I was truly moved. I think that’s my own personal definition of ‘earony’ in this case – to start out feeling cynical about and almost scoffing at the “We Can Do It!” theme, but then falling under the spell of that very theme and feeling my heart swell and my eyes mist.

I was especially tickled to see the clips from The Goonies and The Neverending Story, partly b/c you wouldn’t necessarily expect to see them in a montage like this. Matt Belinkie, you rock!

It also gives you a warm feeling about the movies, and how much uplift we can get from them when they’re at their best. Even the lesser movies represented here are exciting to see. This should be an Oscar show clip montage.

Great video. Does anyone know the piece of music in the background??? HELP!!!!!

you should get that thing on i tunes

Is this video download-able? I would love to use this in my video class.

my guesses for the clips:

braveheart/muppets take manhattan/animal house/rudy/ dunno /dunno / dunno / lord of the rings: return of the king/startrek next generation/dunno/stand and deliver/newsies/your a good sport charlie brown/apallo 13/ rocky / kingdom of heaven/nute rockney all american/alexander/dunno/hang em high or high plains drifter/ robin hood prince of thieves/ lil dictator/patton/any given sunday/pirates : at world’s end/300/troy/dunno/miracle/dead poets society/galaxy quest/star wars/ the untouchables/dunno/peter pan/hoosiers/mighty ducks/henry v/pulp fiction/ braveheart again/independance day/free willie/angels in the outfield/cool runnings/dead poets society/animal house/spartacus/goonies/never ending story/rudy/shawshank redemption/grinch christmas/ferris bueller/bill and teds excellent adventure/rocky

how’d i do?

P.S. I really liked what you put together.. well done

is there a way to download to a windows machine, 40 inspirational sppeches? my wife wants to use it for a presentation.

jonathan katz

Hi Matthew,

This is perfect! You did an exceptional job and the overall message is great. Is there anyway of downloading for use in a office presentation/pep talk. Appropriate credit would be given to you, Overthinkingit.com and the films included. I would really appreciate any feedback you could provide.

Thank you! Judy

Wow, as soon as the footage for Free Willy and the Goonies came up on there I laughed out loud for nearly 2 minutes straight! Great Job!

Is there a list of the movies used and where the background music is from? Thank you

To Matt, I really, really loved this. Just wanted to say thank you! Mark G.

i hate your site

Yeah, I know I’m a little late to the party, but I had to throw this out there. I was hoping to see a clip from “The Warriors” of Cyrus shouting, “CAAAAN YOOOUUUU DIIIIGGGG IIIITT!!!!” near the end.

Hi, I want to use in my prensentation. I need to download it. Please help!!! How can I download?

I would love a list of the movies as well and the name of the soundtrack pieces. Great compilation.

EPIC but whats that weird flying dog thing betweem superman and the football player? and you are amazing the movie get a 100/10 for the most EPIC scenes fomr any movie ever! MAKE MORE it;s great

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Speech On Honesty

Speech on Honesty

Honesty is one of the greatest virtues of an individual. The trait of honesty inspires one to be truthful and sincere throughout life. Do you want to know more about the quality of being honest? Read the article and make an effort to craft an informational speech on honesty – one of the many fascinating speech topics for kids .

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A couple of sample speeches are given below. Go through them and utilise the resource to prepare a short speech on honesty.

“Honesty is the best policy” is a famous proverb in English that encourages the quality of being honest in society. By being honest, a person fills peace and happiness in one’s life. The proverb advises us that being righteous is the best course of action in an individual’s life because the truth always triumphs over falsehood. Integrity, loyalty, and righteousness are some qualities that define the goodness of an individual. The proverb – “Honesty is the best policy” points to these characteristics.

The strength provided by the trait of honesty is indefinable. In the words of the American author Rick Riordan, “It takes strength and courage to admit the truth.” The modern-day world is filled with deceitful people and to turn against them is never an easy task. The universal energy provided by truth is the only strength to fight against a corrupt world. The trait of honesty encourages a person to spot and correct mistakes committed by their close ones. Undoubtedly, the attribute of honesty can be proclaimed as the best one.

An honest person is always straightforward in life and uses the support of sincerity and genuineness to encounter difficulties in life. Honesty reinforces the courage and confidence of a person. A person who is honest will never be scared of the consequences of the deeds they perform. As a result, they will enjoy a state of peace of mind. On the contrary, a dishonest person is scared of the revelation of truth and leads a stressful life.

The policy of being honest helps individuals to be happy in their lives. It strengthens the bond between people and favours the consistency of healthier relationships. It reflects a person’s strong character and enables the person to be recognised among people. In today’s world of corruption and falsehood, a person with the trait of honesty stands out in society. In the words of Thomas Jefferson, “Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.” Let’s realise the true strength of honesty and mark our presence in the everlasting marathon for wisdom.

Honesty is always admired by people in society. It is one of the greatest human qualities. An honest person will choose the path of truth and be virtuous throughout life. The character of an honest person is free from deceptions and accompanies truthfulness and probity in life. An honest person will never misbehave or be involved in any bad activities. They follow high moral standards and ethics. The policy of honesty eliminates the thought of evil from a person’s mind.

An honest person shines in all phases of life. Honesty creates happiness in the minds of individuals. To be a successful person, the quality of honesty is very necessary. The choice of dishonesty paves the path to tragedies. Dishonesty will ruin your life by ruining your character. The first person you cheat by choosing dishonesty over honesty will be yourself.

Good values are first learned from home, friends, and teachers. One must exercise good manners, discipline, and righteous behaviour to practically exhibit the finest qualities of honesty in life. Remember that the sweets of honesty will garnish our lives with joy and gratitude. So always be honest in your life.

“A half-truth is a whole lie.” – Yiddish Proverb
“Honesty is the cornerstone of all success, without which confidence and ability to perform shall cease to exist.” – Mary Kay Ash.
“Honesty is the fastest way to prevent a mistake from turning into a failure.” – James Altucher.
“Honest people don’t hide their deeds.” – Emily Brontë, Wuthering Heights .
“Every lie is two lies, the lie we tell others and the lie we tell ourselves to justify it.” – Robert Brault.
“Integrity is telling myself the truth. And honesty is telling the truth to other people.” – Spencer Johnson.
“Honesty is the best policy. If I lose mine honour, I lose myself.” – William Shakespeare.
“Honesty is more than not lying. It is truth-telling, truth speaking, truth living, and truth loving.” – James E. Faust.
“No legacy is so rich as honesty.” – William Shakespeare, All’s Well That Ends Well.
“It takes strength and courage to admit the truth.” – Rick Riordan, The Red Pyramid .
“When you tell a lie, you steal someone’s right to the truth.” – Khaled Hosseini, The Kite Runner.

Why is honesty important in life?

Honesty is one of the greatest virtues of an individual. The trait of honesty inspires one to be truthful and sincere throughout life. It reinforces the courage and confidence of a person. A person who is honest will never be scared of the consequences of the deeds performed in life. As a result, they will enjoy a state of peace of mind.

Why is honesty considered the best policy?

“Honesty is the best policy” is a famous proverb in English that encourages the quality of being honest in society. The proverb advises us that being righteous is the best course of action in an individual’s life because the truth always triumphs over falsehood. Integrity, loyalty, and righteousness are very important in the life of an individual. The proverb – “Honesty is the best policy” points to these characteristics.

List some quotes to use in a speech on honesty.

Honesty is the cornerstone of all success, without which confidence and ability to perform shall cease to exist. – Mary Kay Ash.
Honesty is the fastest way to prevent a mistake from turning into a failure. – James Altucher.
Honesty is more than not lying. It is truth-telling, truth speaking, truth living, and truth loving. – James E Faust.

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Use These Employee Appreciation Speech Examples In 2024 To Show Your Team You Care

The simple act of saying “thank you” does wonders.

Yet sometimes, those two words alone don’t seem to suffice. Sometimes your team made such a difference, and your gratitude is so profound, that a pat on the back just isn’t enough.

Because appreciation is more than saying thank you . It’s about demonstrating that your team is truly seen and heard by thanking them for specific actions. It’s about showing that you understand and empathize with the struggles your team faces every day. And it’s about purpose too. True appreciation connects your team’s efforts back to a grand vision and mission.

According to Investopedia ,

“Appreciation is an increase in the value of an asset over time.”

So it’s time to diversify your portfolio of reliable tips and go-to words of wisdom for expressing your undying appreciation. After all, you diversify your portfolio of investments, and really, workplace appreciation is an investment.

Let’s set aside the standard definition of appreciation for a second and take a look at the financial definition.

In the workplace, appreciation increases the value of your most important assets—your employees—over time.

Here are some ways appreciation enhances employee relations:

Appreciation makes employees stick around. In fact, statistics suggest that a lack of appreciation is the main driver of employee turnover , which costs companies an average of about $15,000 per worker .
Appreciation reinforces employees’ understanding of their roles and expectations, which drives engagement and performance.
Appreciation builds a strong company culture that is magnetic to both current and prospective employees.
Appreciation might generate positive long-term mental effects for both the giver and the receiver.
Appreciation motivates employees. One experiment showed that a few simple words of appreciation compelled employees to make more fundraising calls.

We searched through books, movies, songs, and even TED Talks to bring you 141 amazing motivational quotes for employees you’ll be proud to put in a Powerpoint, an intra-office meme or a foam board printing cutout! Find plenty of fantastic workplace quotes to motivate any team.

Some of the most successful entrepreneurs in American business built companies, and lasting legacies, by developing employees through the simple act of appreciation.

Charles Schwab, founder of the Charles Schwab Corporation, once said:

“I consider my ability to arouse enthusiasm among my people the greatest asset I possess, and the way to develop the best that is in a person is by appreciation and encouragement. There is nothing else that so kills the ambitions of a person as criticism from superiors. I never criticize anyone. I believe in giving a person incentive to work. So I am anxious to praise but loath to find fault. If I like anything, I am hearty in my appreciation and lavish in my praise.”

Boost your ability to arouse enthusiasm by learning how to deliver employee appreciation speeches that make an impact. Once you master the habits and rules below, sincere appreciation will flow from you like sweet poetry. Your employees are going to love it!

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The Employee Appreciation Speech Checklist

Planning employee appreciation speeches can be fast and easy when you follow a go-to “recipe” that works every time. From a simple thank you to a heart felt work anniversary speech, it all has a template.

Maritz®studies human behavior and highlights relevant findings that could impact the workplace. They developed the Maritz Recognition Model to help everyone deliver the best appreciation possible. The model asserts that effective reward and recognition speech examples touch on three critical elements: the behavior, the effect, and the thank you.

Here’s a summary of the model, distilled into a checklist for your employee appreciation speeches:

Talk about the behavior(s). While most employee appreciation speeches revolve around the vague acknowledgment of “hard word and dedication,” it’s best to call out specific actions and accomplishments so employees will know what they did well, feel proud, and get inspired to repeat the action. Relay an anecdote about one specific behavior to hook your audience and then expand the speech to cover everyone. You can even include appreciation stories from other managers or employees in your speech.
Talk about the effect(s) of the behavior(s). What positive effect did the employee behaviors have on your company’s mission? If you don’t have any statistics to share, simply discuss how you expect the behaviors to advance your mission.
Deliver the “thank you” with heartfelt emotion. Infusing speeches with emotion will help employees feel your appreciation in addition to hearing it. To pinpoint the emotional core of your speech, set the “speech” part aside and casually consider why you’re grateful for your employees. Write down everything that comes to mind. Which aspects made you tear up? Which gave you goosebumps? Follow those points to find the particular emotional way you want to deliver your “thank you” to the team .

Tips and tricks:

Keep a gratitude journal (online or offline) . Record moments of workplace gratitude and employee acts you appreciate. This practice will make you feel good, and it also provides plenty of fodder for appreciation speeches or employee appreciation day .
Make mini-speeches a habit. Try to deliver words of recognition to employees every single day. As you perfect small-scale appreciation speeches, the longer ones will also feel more natural.
When speaking, pause frequently to let your words sink in.
Making eye contact
Controlling jittery gestures
Acting out verbs
Matching facial expression to words
Moving around the stage
Varied pace. Don’t drone on at the same pace. Speak quickly and then switch to speaking slowly.
Varied volume. Raise your voice on key points and closings.

Employee Appreciation Speech Scripts

Build on these customizable scripts to deliver employee appreciation speeches and casual meeting shout-outs every chance you get. Each script follows the 3-step approach we discussed above. Once you get the hang of appreciation speech basics, you’ll be able to pull inspirational monologues from your hat at a moment’s notice.

Swipe the examples below, but remember to infuse each speech with your own unique perspectives, personality, and heartfelt emotions.

All-Purpose Appreciation Speech

Greet your audience..

I feel so lucky to work with you all. In fact, [insert playful aside: e.g. My wife doesn’t understand how I don’t hate Mondays. It drives her nuts!]

Thanks to you, I feel lucky to come to work every day.

Talk about behaviors you appreciate.

Everyone here is [insert applicable team soft skills: e.g. positive, inspiring, creative, and intelligent ]. I’m constantly amazed by the incredible work you do.

Let’s just look at the past few months, for example. [Insert bullet points of specific accomplishments from every department].

Finance launched an amazing new online payroll system.
Business Development doubled their sales last quarter.
Human Resources trained us all in emotional intelligence.

Talk about the effects of the behaviors.

These accomplishment aren’t just nice bullet points for my next presentation. Each department’s efforts has deep and lasting impacts on our business. [Explain the effects of each highlighted accomplishment].

The new payroll system is going to save us at least $20,000 on staff hours and paper.
Revenue from those doubled sales will go into our core investments, including a new training program .
And I can already see the effects of that emotional intelligence training each time I’m in a meeting and a potential argument is resolved before it starts.

Say thank you.

I can’t thank you enough for everything you do for this company and for me. Knowing I have your support and dedication makes me a better, happier person both at work and at home.

Formal Appreciation Speech

Greet your audience by explaining why you were excited to come to work today..

I was not thrilled when my alarm went off this morning, but I must admit, I’m luckier than most people. As I got out of bed and thought about doing [insert daily workplace activities that inspire you], I felt excitement instead of dread. It’s an incredible feeling, looking forward to work every day, and for that, I have each and every one of you to thank.

Just last week, [insert specific anecdote: e.g. I remembered, ironically, that I forgot to create a real-time engagement plan for TECHLO’s giant conference next month. As you all know, they’re one of our biggest clients, so needless to say, I was panicking. Then I sit down for my one-on-one with MEGAN, worried that I didn’t even have time for our meeting, and what does she say? She wants to remind me that we committed to submit a promotional plan by the end of the week. She had some ideas for the TECHLO conference, so she went ahead and created a draft.]

[Insert the outcome of the anecdote: e.g. Her initiative dazzled me, and it saved my life! We met our deadline and also blew TECHLO away. In fact, they asked us to plan a similar initiative for their upcoming mid-year conference.]

[Insert a short thank-you paragraph tying everything together: e.g. And you know what, it was hard for me to pick just one example to discuss tonight. You all do so many things that blow me away every day. Thank you for everything. Thank you for making each day of work something we can all be proud of.]

Tip! Encourage your entire team to join in on the appreciation with CareCards ! This digital appreciation board allows you to recognize your colleague with a dedicated space full of personalized well wishes, thank-yous, and anything else you want to shout them out with! To explore Caroo’s CareCard program, take this 60-second tour !

Visionary Appreciation Speech

Greet your audience by explaining why you do what you do..

Here at [company name] we [insert core competency: e.g. build nonprofit websites], but we really [insert the big-picture outcome of your work: e.g. change the world by helping amazing nonprofits live up to their inspiring visions.]

I want to emphasize the “we” here. This company would be nothing without your work.

Talk about behaviors and explain how each works toward your mission.

Have you guys ever thought about that? How what you do [recap the big-picture outcome at your work: e.g. changes the world by helping amazing nonprofits live up to their inspiring visions]?

[Insert specific examples of recent work and highlight the associated outcomes: e.g. Let’s explore in terms of the websites we launched recently. I know every single person here played a role in developing each of these websites, and you should all be proud.]

The launch of foodangel.org means that at least 500 homeless people in the greater metro area will eat dinner tonight.
The launch of happyup.org means thousands of depressed teenagers will get mental health counseling.

Now if that’s not [recap the big-picture outcome], then I don’t know what is.

Thank you for joining me on the mission to [big-picture outcome]. With any other team, all we’re trying to do might just not be possible, but you all make me realize we can do anything together.

Casual Appreciation Speech

Greet your audience by discussing what upcoming work-related items you are most excited about..

I’ve been thinking nonstop about [insert upcoming initiative: e.g. our upcoming gallery opening]. This [initiative] is the direct result of your amazing work. To me, this [initiative] represents [insert what the initiative means to you: e.g. our true debut into the budding arts culture of our city.]

You’ve all been pulling out all the stops, [insert specific example: e.g. staying late, making 1,000 phone calls a day, and ironing out all the details.]

Because of your hard work, I’m absolutely confident the [initiative] will [insert key performance indicator: e.g. sell out on opening night.]

Thank you, not just for making this [initiative] happen, but also for making the journey such a positive and rewarding experience.

Funny Appreciation Speech

Greet your audience by telling an inside joke..

I want to thank you all for the good times, especially [insert inside joke: e.g. that time we put a glitter bomb in Jeff’s office.]

Talk about behaviors you appreciate and highlight comical outcomes.

But seriously, you guys keep me sane. For example [insert comical examples: e.g.]:

The Operations team handled the merger so beautifully, I only had to pull out half my hair.
The Marketing team landed a new client, and now we can pay you all for another year.
And thanks to the Web team’s redesign of our website, I actually know what we do here.

Talk about the real effects of the behaviors.

But for real for real, all your work this year has put us on a new level. [Insert outcomes: e.g. We have an amazing roster of clients, a growing staff, and an incredible strategic plan that makes me feel unqualified to work here.] You guys made all this happen.

So thank you. This is when I would usually tell a joke to deflect my emotions, but for once in my life, I actually don’t want to hide. I want you all to know how much I appreciate all you do.

That was hard; I’m going to sit down now.

Appreciation Speech for Employee of the Month

Greet your audience by giving a shout-out to the employee of the month..

Shout out to [insert employee’s name] for being such a reliable member of our team. Your work ethics and outstanding performance are an inspiration to all of us! Keep up the amazing work!

Talk about behaviors you appreciate in them and highlight their best traits.

It’s not only essential to work diligently, but it is likewise crucial to be kind while you’re at it–and you’ve done both wonderfully!

Talk about the effects of their behaviors on the success of the company.

You bring optimism, happiness, and an all-around positive attitude to this team.

Thank you bring you!

Appreciation Speech for Good Work

Greet your audience with a round of applause to thank them for their hard work..

You always put in 100% and we see it. Proud of you, team!

Talk about behaviors you appreciate in your team members.

You work diligently, you foster a positive team environment, and you achieve or exceed your goals.

Talk about the effects of your team’s behaviors on the company.

Your dedication to the team is commendable, as is your readiness to do whatever needs to be done for the company – even if it’s not technically part of your job description. Thank you.

No matter the situation, you always rise to the occasion! Thank you for your unwavering dedication; it doesn’t go unnoticed.

Q: What should I do after giving an appreciation speech?

A: In order to drive home the point of your employee appreciation speech, it can be effective to reward your employees for their excellent work. Rewards are a powerful tool used for employee engagement and appreciation. Recognizing your employees effectively is crucial for retaining top talent and keeping employees happy. To make your search easier, we sought out the top 121 creative ways that companies can reward their employees that you can easily implement at your office.

Q: Why should I give an employee appreciation speech?

A: Appreciation and employee motivation are intimately linked together. A simple gesture of an employee appreciation gift can have a positive effect on your company culture. When an employee is motivated to work they are more productive. For more ideas to motivate your team, we’ve interviewed leading employee recognition and engagement experts to curate a list of the 22 best tips here !

We hope adapting these tips and scripts will help you articulate the appreciation we know you already feel!

Free Download: Download this entire list as a PDF . Easily save it on your computer for quick reference or print it for future team gatherings.

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Good morning to everyone in this room. I would like to thank the principal, the teachers, and my dear friends for allowing me to speak to you today about relationships. Everybody’s life depends heavily on their relationships. You need a relationship to be happy, express your emotions, feel appreciated, connect, and get to know yourself better.

There are four different kinds of relationships: romantic, friendly, family, and acquaintance. Family members and relatives are included in family ties, which are based on blood, kinship, marriage, or adoption.

Relationships are important in life because they provide a relationship between two individuals based on shared interests, points of understanding, needs, or even love. Mutual trust, respect, and love are the three foundations on which relationships are based. Sharing genuine emotions may build mutual trust and loyalty, and respect is crucial in both personal and professional relationships.

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1-2 minutes speech about loyalty
A loyal person can even sacrifice his life for the cause of his master or his country. He values his loyalty more than his own life. Loyalty is valuable because it allows us to take the risk of predicting the actions and behavior of people we trust. 3. One may not always correctly decide who to be loyal to, and some people may even disappoint ...
Short Paragraph on Loyalty (410 Words)
A loyal person is always valued and respected by the society. ADVERTISEMENTS: VII. Loyalty helps in building personal as well as mental development. VIII. Loyalty makes you stand out of the crowd. IX. Loyalty helps you to achieve your goals easily. Lack of loyalty is one of the major causes behind failures.
40 Inspirational Speeches in 2 Minutes
But that makes me realize something along the lines of the already-discussed gender disparity. In the two speeches by men I thought of, the man giving the speech was, in some way, defending a woman. Both women are what I would argue "strong female characters," yet still are under fire in their movies because of "scandal" and such. Sigh.
2 Minute Speech On Happiness In English
The only way to truly find happiness is to seek unity with the Almighty. One needs to be thankful to God for all the gifts he has given us in order to be happy. A person who is thankful finds joy in even the little things in life. We can only truly be happy when we understand our unity with God. The four main components of happiness are ...
Speech on Honesty
Two-minute Speech on Honesty. ... Integrity, loyalty, and righteousness are very important in the life of an individual. The proverb - "Honesty is the best policy" points to these characteristics. Q3 . List some quotes to use in a speech on honesty.
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Loyalty is being faithful to someone or something, even when it is difficult or unpopular. It is standing by a friend, a company, or a cause, even when times are tough. It is a quality that is essential in personal relationships, in business, and in society as a whole. Unfortunately, loyalty seems to be less and less important these days.
2 Minute Speech On Relationship In English
Sharing genuine emotions may build mutual trust and loyalty, and respect is crucial in both personal and professional relationships. Respecting and caring for others establishes a foundation for a connection that will last for a long time. Being in a loving relationship deepens the bond between the two people. ... 2 Minute Speech On Religion In ...
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Honesty is the Best Policy
Honesty helps lead a simple life, dishonesty leads to a double life. Benjamin Franklin was the first to say, "Honesty is the best policy." He also described qualities of honesty and integrity throughout his life. Honesty gives everyone moral strength and maintains self-confidence. An honest person fears no punishment.