Monthly Archives: August 2011

There are many occasions when a person may have to give a farewell speech. Common examples include when leaving a job or retiring, and when moving to a different location. They can also be made at graduation ceremonies at schools and universities. Leaving friends and loved ones is an emotional experience, and so it is important that a farewell speech … Continue reading →

Farewell speech sounds depressing because it means that someone is about to leave but this feeling of blue will be lessened if a funny farewell speech is to be delivered. In making a farewell speech, one should bear in mind that it should be original and should make an impact to the listeners. However, there are some people who wish … Continue reading →

What makes any farewell speech great? Is it the emotions conveyed, the words used, the passion of delivery, or the person behind the podium? One could read about hundreds of addresses and famous farewell speeches coming from all kinds of people and one could say that there are certain qualities that make these famous farewell speeches simply unforgettable. The most … Continue reading →

Feeling nervous about giving one of your first farewell speeches? No need to worry! In a study conducted by the Texas Christian University, delivering farewell speeches creates a strong connection with your feelings – and that’s normal. Either you’re at a retirement, school or office event, giving farewell speeches are advantageous in winning over the people who knows the real you. Here are … Continue reading →

Delivering a farewell speech for retirement is both a commitment and an honor. Giving a speech that bids your final moments with your colleagues at a retirement party are meant to be memorable. Read on these tips in delivering a retirement farewell speech. Set the time limit for your farewell speech. Note: the longer it is, the better. Always know … Continue reading →

Delivering a farewell speech to your boss and co-workers is both easy and challenging at the same time. An office farewell speech can be delivered through gatherings or group email message, depending on how long you have been part of the company. It’s hard to say goodbye to the people whom you’ve put all your trust in making your job … Continue reading →

Farewells are never easy most importantly when there is an emotional attachment between the person who is saying goodbye and the audience or person being said goodbye to. School graduation, for example, may be one of the happiest events in a school year but since it involves parting of ways, it becomes heartbreaking. Even though graduations are concrete materialization of … Continue reading →