Why a Speaker Introduction?
Why should a speaker be introduced to an audience which already known him well? There are several reasons, each of which is important: No matter how fully a speaker is a member of the group–well acquainted, well liked, well known–when he speaks, he separates himself from the listeners. He takes on a unique function. He stands and talks, while they sit and listen. If for no other reason, there should be an introduction of him as a brief ritual of ceremony marking the significance of his transition from being in the group to stepping forth in front to lead its thinking. The listeners will be a more perceptive and appreciative audience if they understand what the speaker is undertaking. If his project is to clarify an idea, that is quite different than if he is trying to persuade them to accept his point of view. One function of the introduction is to establish the proper “mental set”, so the group will know what to look for. Even when the speaker is well known, the audience might not k
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