Speakers: How to Write Your Own Introduction

Here is one common phrase that you’ll never hear me utter at the start of a presentation: “Thank you for that kind introduction.”

Why? Because it would be vain. After all, I’m the one who wrote that kind introduction! And that’s what every speaker should do.

Even if you’re simply an occasional conference presenter, learning how to write your own introduction for others to deliver is an important part of the process.

Why Write Your Own Introduction?

Your presentation begins before you say a wo...