We ran across a brief, concise video (above) on how to give a powerful wedding toast. This blog has touched upon most of the ideas presented. But the video opened with two good suggestions:
- When someone asks you to give a toast, thank them. Tell them you’re honored and that it means a lot to you to have this honor.
- Then ask the couple what they have in mind, you know, what would they like you to talk about. Some couples may have something specific in mind. Most, though, will probably leave it up to you.Â
The video comes from public speaking coach, Tricia Brook, who makes another point we hammer on repeatedly: keep your toast brief. The best toast makes wedding guests laugh and cry within a matter of a minute, or two, or three.
Watch this wonderful wedding toast for an example on how to do it.
“Raising children is a lot of work. So when your daughter comes home and asks for some extra money for concert tickets, hey[groom’s name], that’s your job now.
When she needs a ride because she’s out drinking with friends, [groom’s name], that’s your job now.
But as every parent in this room knows, there are a lot of precious moments as well. When she runs into the room super excited with special news and wants you to be the first to know, [groom’s name], that’s your privilege now.
When she just wants you by her side because she is worried, scared, or sad, [groom’s name], that’s your privilege now.
Being the most important man in her life, that’s your privilege now. So respect it. Enjoy it. And all the best.”
Guess how long that toast took? A minute. And yet that Dad had the audience in the palm of his hand. People laughed, and cried. He was totally authentic. Our only suggestion: Add a sentence asking everyone to raise a glass to toast the couple.
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