Unlock the Secret Technique That Guarantees Your Speech Ends with a Bang, Not a Whimper
Ever noticed how people tend to forget everything you said in the middle of a speech but cling to that first and last line like life rafts? It’s like our brains are wired to cherish beginnings and endings—kind of like a good TV series, right? The age-old advice rings true: “Start strong, end stronger.” But hey, while kicking off with a bang gets the crowd’s attention, nailing the ending? That’s where the magic really happens. After all, the last words you utter can either send your audience home buzzing or, well, snoring. So, what’s the secret sauce to a closing that sticks like glue? I’ve dived into this exact question because, let’s face it, endings aren’t just the final act—they’re the curtain call that counts. Curious to sharpen your closing chops? LEARN MORE.In great speechmaking, there’s a received wisdom: “Start strong, end stronger.” People remember the first thing you say, and the last. If both pack a punch, the speech will be powerful. Today, I’m focusing on the ending (I’ve posted before about how to begin a speech). The ending of a speech is the moment when …