You have been given 10 minutes before a long lunch break to address an employee meeting on a new company environmental policy. What might be a good way to begin your speech?

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If your speech is right before lunch, you can say to your listeners: "I know we're all eager to get to lunch, so if you'll give me your attention, I'll make my remarks as briefly as I can."Audiences will understand that certain factors, such as the time of your speech, may be beyond your control. They often will appreciate it, however, if you acknowledge their situation ("I know we're all eager to get to lunch") and pledge to do what you can to minimize it ("I'll make my remarks as briefly as I can").

You Have Been Given 10 Minutes Before a Long Lunch