- Scott Woronuik

Some starter suggestions - when you have to give a speech

A. CASUAL MEETING AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS OR OCCASIONS

• This isn’t a formal occasion. But I did want to get you all together to thank you for the great job you’re doing here.....
• You don’t see me very often – that because you’re doing such a great job I don’t have to be here. I do like to drop by every now and then though to let you know how much ………………….. appreciates your commitment. .
• This is the first chance I had to be here this year – and I want to take this opportunity to say thank you on behalf of …………….. for your dedication and hard work.

B. YEARS OF SERVICE PRESENTATIONS

• In the ____ years you’ve been with ………… there have been many changes. Changes in the oil patch and changes in our products. What hasn’t changed is the quality of our products and services. It’s people like you who have helped this happen. Thank you. . . . . . .
• When ……………..talks about their strengths in this business, the top of the page says “OUR PEOPLE’. You years of positive service reflects that promise. Thank you . . . . .

C. SAFETY PRESENTATIONS

• Congratulations. Your accident free record is not only recognized here – it is recognized at head office and stands as an positive example to ……………. branches throughout the world.

D. RETIREMENT

• Retirement today has a very different meaning. It says – you can choose what you want to do. At ………… we’re happy you chose to work with us for the past____ years. You’ve been part of the reason our customers know they can expect top quality products and services. Thank you. . . . .
• You’ve probably got a list of things you’re going to do now you have that freedom to choose. Before you move forward to the next phase of your life, ……………….wants to thank you for making these past years part of our growth and superior service.

E. A Social gathering (staff Christmas Party etc.)

• Your committee has asked me to say a few words – and that is just what I will do –only say a few words.
• First “Thank you” for your demonstrating in so many ways how important you are to this part of ……………………. operations.
• The strength of our company is our people. All of you continually demonstrate the truth of that statement! Your contributions in this past year……………………..