Accepting Invitations to Speak
Guidelines and Alternate Phrases
Express appreciation for the invitation and pleasure at being able to accept.
Confirm date, time, place, and subject.
Mention your need of any special equipment, materials, or room arrangement.
Ask any special questions about the audience.
Has this subject ever been addressed before your audience?
Do you have in mind a how-to approach or a theory-based presentation?
Will the audience be willing to participate in small-group critique exercises?
What is the range of investment experience of those in your group?
What is the educational background of those who will be attending the session?
Do you think the topic will be of more personal or business interest to your attendees?
Confirm travel arrangements.
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