Knowing how to end a speech is just as important as knowing how to begin. Truly.
*Cautionary and true tales from the "she'll be right", "I prefer spontaneity. It's more authentic." or "wing it" department. What happens when you don't plan how to end your speech.
Research tells us that people most commonly remember the first and last things they hear when listening to a speech, seminar or lecture.
If you want your speech to create a lasting impression sliding out
with ...
"Well, that's all I've got say. My time's up anyway. Thanks for listening."
... isn't going to do it.
So what will?