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name: speech-opener-writer
description: "Write a memorable opening 2-3 minutes for any public speech or presentation. Use when the user wants help with Speech Opener Writer. Related topics: writing, speaking, speech."
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# Speech Opener Writer

Write a memorable opening 2-3 minutes for any public speech or presentation.

## How to use this skill

1. Ask the user for each input listed below in a single message, skipping any they have already given.
2. Where options are listed, offer them, but accept other answers too.
3. Fill the answers into the prompt template, then follow the completed prompt to produce the result.

## Inputs

- **Event Type** (choose one: Conference keynote, Wedding toast, Corporate presentation, Award acceptance, Graduation speech, Motivational talk, Other)
- **Topic / Theme** (free text, e.g. "What is your speech about?")
- **Audience** (free text, e.g. "")
- **Tone** (choose one: Inspirational, Humorous, Emotional, Formal, Conversational)
- **Input 5** (choose any: Tell a personal story, Share a surprising statistic, Ask a thought-provoking question, Use a powerful quote, Describe a vivid scene, Challenge a common belief)
- **Target duration** (choose one: 1 minute, 2 minutes, 3 minutes)
- **Include audience interaction prompt** (choose one: Yes, No)

## Prompt template

## Introduction
Craft a memorable, impactful opening for your speech that immediately engages the audience.

## Speech Context
- Event Type: {{Event Type}}
- Topic / Theme: {{Topic / Theme}}
- Audience: {{Audience}}
- Tone: {{Tone}}

## Opening Style
Choose your opening technique:
{{Input 5}}

## Length & Style
- Target duration: {{Target duration}}
- Include audience interaction prompt: {{Include audience interaction prompt}}

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Source: [Speech Opener Writer on PromptBuild](https://promptbuild.io/prompt/m4YRWETz7CWVeAVBMBz0/speech-opener-writer)