Week 10 Discussion - Your Special Occasion Speech

Week 10 Discussion - Your Special Occasion Speech

This week, you will be recording and posting a special occasion speech. You will be creating a toast or inspirational speech to acknowledge everyone's hard work and to motivate your peers to finish strong. Your job is to recognize the hard work of your peers and to inspire them to continue working hard to finish the course and their degree. Consider creating a mini-outline or speaking notes to help guide you as you present your speech. Please keep your speech between 1-2 minutes.

We should be able to see and hear you while you are presenting. Read a post by at least one of your peers and respond, making sure to extend the conversation by asking questions, offering rich ideas, or sharing personal connections. You don't have to do a video, just write it out. Respond to at least one of your peers. Typically, a substantial post consists of 5-7 sentences and a peer response with 2-4 complete sentences.

A substantial discussion forum response should make connections to course content, professional experiences, and personal experiences. Optional: Continue to hone your oral communication skills by submitting your discussion response as a 1-2 minute video or audio recording. Should you choose this option, you will be graded on your responses just as you would if you responded via text only. You will not be graded on your audio or video performance.

Paper For Above instruction

Good evening, everyone. As we approach the culmination of our academic journey, I want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate each of your hard work and dedication. Completing a course of this magnitude requires perseverance, resilience, and a strong commitment to personal and professional growth. Today, I stand before you to motivate and inspire you to finish strong, knowing that your efforts will lead to future success and opportunities.

We all encounter challenges and setbacks along the way, but it is the determination to keep moving forward that defines us. I encourage each of you to reflect on how much you have already accomplished and to envision the brighter future awaiting you. Whether your goals include earning a degree, advancing your career, or personal growth, remember that every step forward brings you closer to your aspirations.

In our journey, we have learned the importance of resilience, discipline, and community. Let us lean on each other for support, celebrate each other's achievements, and stay committed to our goals. Your hard work is commendable, and I believe in your ability to finish strong. As we continue to push toward the finish line, let us inspire one another with positive energy, encouragement, and a shared sense of purpose.

In conclusion, I want to remind all of you that this is just the beginning of many more successes to come. Stay motivated, believe in your potential, and continue to work diligently. The finish line is within reach, and together, we can achieve remarkable things. Thank you for your dedication, and let's finish strong together!

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