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| Start boldly, without apologizing or saying, "That reminds me of..." Speak loud enough so everyone can hear you. Project your voice toward the person furthest away. Only the person doing the toasting needs to stand, and only if it's a group of more than ten. |
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A toast is meant to spread cheer, so loosen up and smile. If you'll be toasting in front of a group of more than ten listeners, stand up and say, "Can I have everyone's attention please?" Softly clinking your fork against your glass is also common--just don't overdo it (you certainly don't want to break the glass!). If the group is less than ten, it's okay to remain seated. If you're uncomfortable speaking in front of a group, just imagine that you and the person you're toasting are the only ones in the room; you're telling a close friend or colleague what they mean to you in a friendly, engaging way. Using a conversational tone will help you sound natural (not pompous), and will keep listeners interested. When using a quote or a favorite toast, make sure it fits the particular occasion. Steer clear of overused quotes and toasts, and see how creative and original you can be instead.
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Be yourself
