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Slide presentations tend to be closer to 100â125 wpm for a comfortable pace, auctioneers can speak at about 250 wpm, and the fastest speaking policy debaters speak from 350 to over 500 words per minute. Internet speech calculators show that various things influence words per minute including nervousness.
This speech will set the tone of the event, while making guests feel comfortable and giving them an idea of what's to come. A welcome remark doesn't have to be elaborate. In fact, the most effective opening speeches share the needed information in a short and concise manner. Open the remarks by welcoming the guests to the event in a general manner. Introduce yourself to the crowd and state the name of the function you've gathered for. Thank everyone for attending the event, and personally thank by name any special guests or dignitaries who may be in the audience.