Speech Tips From the Trenches.

Real advice from 10K+ speeches delivered. No fluff, no filler — just what actually works when you're standing up there with a mic.

How to Open Your Best Man Speech (Without "Hi, I'm...")

The first 10 seconds set the tone for everything. Here are 5 opening frameworks that grab the room — and none of them start with introducing yourself.

Why the Best Speeches Make People Laugh, Then Cry

We've analyzed what separates a speech that gets polite claps from one that gets a standing ovation. It comes down to one emotional pattern.

Your Speech Is Written. Now Don't Blow the Delivery.

Great content with bad delivery is still a bad speech. Here's the 5-point delivery checklist we give every best man — and why "just be yourself" is terrible advice.

What to Say in a Best Man Speech: The Complete Guide

Not sure what to actually say? Here's a complete breakdown of what belongs in a best man speech — and what doesn't. Based on 10K+ successful speeches.

How Long Should a Best Man Speech Be? The Real Answer

Everyone says 3-5 minutes. But here's why that generic advice misses the point — and how to find YOUR ideal speech length.

7 Best Man Speech Mistakes That Ruin Weddings

We've seen thousands of best man speeches. These 7 mistakes show up again and again — and they're all avoidable. Here's how to dodge them.

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