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Good evening ladies and germs. Ha. Do you remember those silly speeches that began with that salutation? Free retirement speeches are really something of importance and should not be opened with such a greeting.
Free retirement speeches should include the old (no pun intended to being old due to retiring) who, where, and when. Your free retirement speeches should also include what and how and the why factor. This should be an opportunity to pay a tribute to the retiree and thank the valued staff member who has made a meaningful contribution to the company from which they are retiring from.
Here is an example of free retirement speeches you can refer to:
Good Evening, (morning, day, etc.), Ladies and Gentleman.
It certainly is an honor to be here to give honor to (Insert name of person retiring) a (man or lady) of note. (Retiree name) first came to (company name) in (date). I’m sure you all heard the story when (here is the time to insert a great, funny or touching story that took place when they were new that has lasted over the years). It is a story like this that epitomizes the kind of person (retiree name)
is and (retiree name) contribution to (company name) as well as to each of us.
We, at (company name), are fortunate to have had the opportunity and privilege of sharing (retirees name) commitment, expertise, work ethic as well as (his or her) friendship. As you may know, (retirees name), has achieved countless awards, goals and accolades. There are really too many to mention. However, let me share one with you now.
(In a very short story, discuss a high point, award or achievement).
(Retiree name as you look and acknowledge him or her), you
gave us a remarkable legacy which will stay with us for years to come. You are certainly leaving (company name) a better place due to your tremendous career which is a tribute to you. (Insert here a few of the contributions the retiree has made).
We will miss you. You have been professional, a colleague, a confidant,
an individual who has been there when needed, a leader and a great
(Gentleman or lady)
As you embark on your new journey, may the years be filled with happiness and laughter. Remember us as fondly as we will remember you. Our toast to you is so long for now but not farewell. Please stand and join me in our toast to (retiree name). Lift glass, (turn to retiree and say……to you…..repeat retirees name)
Free retirement speeches need a personal touch. Touch base with other colleagues to get some great stories you can incorporate. As you deliver your free retirement speeches, keep eye contact regularly with the retiree as you speak to your audience. Public speaking is very high on fearful things to do, if not number one. Practice your free retirement speeches (even in front of a mirror or a willing person).
One of the old’ tricks to public speaking is to visualize your audience in their underwear (?). Be poised and confident. Speak to your audience and the guest of honor and not at them. Once you’ve finished, toast yourself for a job well done with your free retirement speeches.
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Oct 162018
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