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Episode 14 - A Formal Speech. We look at how to make a formal speech. You can watch the video or just listen to the audio. (Học về cách phát biểu)

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We look at how to make a formal speech. You can watch the video or just listen to the audio.


DENISE: Our keynote speaker is a man who I'm sure is very well known to all of you. He's Professor of Fruitology at Dubbo University and has written many books on the subject of tropical fruit. So without further ado, I'd like to introduce our keynote speaker, Doctor Sam Eriks.

SAM: Thank you Denise.
The Honorable Judith Bryant, Minister for Trade, Professor Eric Vogel, Professor of Economics at Wagga University, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Today's topic 'why bananas are bent' is a very significant one in terms both of international trade, and culture. In thinking about the topic, I felt it would be appropriate to address briefly the history of bananas and banana farming, the many qualities of bananas, both positive and negative, and of course examine the uses of the banana.
But first let me tell you a story about a banana.

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Ladies and gentlemen, I hope I've been able to clear up a few misconceptions, and leave you with some new ideas about how we might view bananas in the future.
We've seen, in looking at their history, that bananas have a significant role in many cultures. I've also noted their positive nutritional qualities. And in addressing the main question, why bananas are bent - we've learned that the reasons are many and complex.
Madam Chair, thank you for the opportunity to address the conference today, and thank you ladies and gentleman for your kind attention.

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Making a formal speech to an audience is a scary thing for many people - even more so if it's in a language that is not your first language. What are the things you can do to prepare a formal speech in English? First of all, let's look at the structure of the speech. In a formal situation, like a keynote address, the speaker will be introduced by someone else.
Our keynote speaker is a man who I'm sure is very well known to all of you. He's Professor of Fruitology at Dubbo University and has written many books on the subject of tropical fruit.
When introducing a speaker, research their background and accomplishments - that is, the important things they've done, such as books they may have written, important positions they've filled, and of course their proper title or qualifications, such as Professor.

Here are some useful phrases to use when introducing a speaker. Practice them with Denise:
Our next speaker is well known to all of you.

Our next speaker needs no introduction.

Without further ado, I'd like to introduce…

Episode 15 - Until Next Time. We look at ways of saying goodbye. You can watch the video or just listen to the audio. (Học về những cách để chào tạm biệt trong kinh doanh)

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Waiter serves drinks.
SAM: Thank you.

VICTOR: Well, it has been a great pleasure to meet you Sam, and Lin.

SAM: Yes, we've enjoyed meeting you too Victor.

LIN: Yes, it's been great. What a pity you have to go home.

VICTOR: Well, all good things must come to an end. But I'm sure we'll meet again.

SAM: Yes, I hope so.

LIN: And good luck with your business. I'm sure it will go well.

VICTOR: And I wish you every success too.

SAM: Well, I think we should drink a toast to the end of the conference, and to ourselves. Here's to us.
Cheers