Aim for a laugh within the first 20 seconds.
‘Beautiful’, ‘soulmate’ and other clichés are banned.
Don’t pretend your partner is perfect. Love them for the crazy nut they are.
Beware powerpoint. Overplayed.
Nothing kills a good speech quicker than a tedious thank you list.
Find your humour in the world around you, not on the internet.
No one ever said ‘if only it was longer’. Aim for 8 mins.
Brilliant speeches are rubbish if the guests can’t hear them. Get a mic.
Film your speech on your phone whilst rehearsing. Be ruthless in your review.
No need to address your friends and family as ‘ladies & gentlemen’. Chances are they aren’t.
Give your gifts before the speeches, not during.
Smile. Scientifically proven to be infectious.
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