“They loved your messages. This was evident by the TWO standing ovations you received.”
Educational Service Unit No. 11
A keynote speech addresses any public gathering, as we all know. It conveys the theme or purpose of the event. In this sense, a keynote speech matters the most. It’s the highlight of an event, but its purpose may differ for different people.
So why does keynote speech matter? What does it entail? And why is it important? Read on to learn how it can make or break any event.
A keynote, put simply, is a talk or speech given at the start of any event. It sets the tone of the entire event and establishes the theme. Keynote speakers can be motivational speakers who inspire and engage the audience throughout the event.
Keynote speakers have expertise in an area or are charismatic enough to draw the audience’s attention. But the most important factor is the ability to give a dynamic speech that includes information the audience can use in their work and daily lives.
You can have killer panel discussions, excellent breakout sessions, and cocktail parties and luncheons, but these events don’t necessarily inspire the audience. A keynote speech can transform the entire event if you choose the right person to speak.
A good keynote speech can serve as a climax for any event. It’s not your average conclusive or introductory speech. It’s more thematic and structured purposively. Here’s how it matters for different groups:
A keynote speaker presents the information to balance information and entertainment, a.k.a. infotainment. “Great education is entertainment, and great entertainment is education.” A professional keynote speech can be both informative and entertaining for a team to boost action and motivation.
Keynote speech can reinforce the focus area, the direction of travel, and the key message highlighted by the leadership. A professional keynote speech can help enrich the message with the help of an outside voice. Essentially, it helps the audience see what they’ve always known but in a new light.
Keynote speech can inspire and align everyone to achieve a vision. The vision can be transformed into a shared vision that everyone can own and embody. A keynote speech may also help achieve tailor-made inspiration for everyone. Therefore, a keynote speech can create alignment for a business.
Given the importance of a keynote speech for any event, you can try to choose a keynote speaker for your event using the following principles:
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“This was our 38th Annual Claims Department Conference, and Steve Gilliland was the best speaker we have ever booked. The standing ovation he received corroborates that statement.”
