Now let's face it there are not many people who enjoy having to deliver a public speech and many dread being asked to be a best man. In this article I will be giving free tips and advice about how to deliver a successful best man's speech.
The majority of best man's are extremely nervous about having to speak in front of the wedding guests, especially just before they are due to start talking. It is therefore always a good idea to start with what I call the "ice breaker", hopefully by starting with a little joke will bring about a bit of laughter from the audience which should help us to relax some what. Here is an example of an "ice breaker" which I heard when I attended a recent wedding:
"I am rather nervous as you can no doubt tell and for this reason I am only going to speak for as long as it takes Dave (the groom) to make love"
The best man then sat down! This went down very well with the audience which exactly what had been hoped.
After starting with this joke the best man can then say all of the thank you's; to each set of parents and or anyone who has helped make the day happen etc.
It is then time for a final joke to end the speech with such as:
"I feel I am well placed to be the best man having slept with both the bride and groom. I have to say John (the groom) that you are very very good."
I hope these few tips help you on the big day and I wish you well.
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