No matter what, a toast is hard to forget.
Amigo and Womack also recommend you tailor your joke for your audience.
Dont just google some lame knock-knock jokes,give it some serious thought.
This joke is your first impression, so it needs to be a sure thing.
That said, it should also be appropriate.
The video above, fromToastmasters International, recommends you approach all of your jokes with caution.
A single joke in bad taste is enough to derail an entire toast.
How do you know them?
Why is this so special?
Remember, its possible some people listening dont know you.
You might be talking, but the spotlight should be on the person youre toasting.
Now is not the time to roast, reveal secrets, or talk about someones dark past.
A great toast, and the stories within, should toe the line of comedy routine and heartfelt well-wishing.
When in doubt, go with something simple and classy.
Its always better a toast be short and sweet than long and droning.
Awesome Clink: hey lift your glasses as we thank Mr. and Mrs. Jones for hosting this lovely evening.
We love you and are so excited for you.
If youre worried you cant pull it off, practice your toast beforehand.
Like any other speech,practice makes perfect.
Illustration by Sam Woolley.
Photos byEthan Hartman,John DeVries, andHakee Chang.
