How Do You Give A Memorable Award Acceptance Speech?
This is your moment. You are there, but not quite. When you walk up on stage to receive that trophy, the most important moment is what happens next. Will you say something blithering, or will you be memorable? Read on to learn how to give a memorable award acceptance speech. Don’t tell your childhood story. No one cares. It’s OK to reference childhood, but be brief and vague. “I was a dreamer who was mocked, but I persevered…” Don’t thank everyone by name. Just pick three to five people. Make those few heartfelt. Show emotion. Show what you are feeling. Don’t be too cool for your award. People want to see how excited you are. Shut up. Seriously. Don’t go on and on. That gives the impression that you are proud and self-important. Stay away from politics. You may think this is the best time, but its not. It will backfire and no one will like you. It’s an awards ceremony, not the UN. You got an award for your acting, not for you punditry. Don’t get too full of yourself. Connect your mom
