wikiHow Persuasive Speech Template Ladies and Gentlemen, [Introduction] Good [morning/afternoon/evening]. My name is [Your Name] and today I stand before you to talk about [insert topic]. [Briefly introduce the topic and its importance]. [Opening statement] [Make a strong statement to grab the audience's attention and set the tone for your speech]. [Presentation of arguments] [Provide three to five clear and well-structured arguments to support your stance on the topic]. First, [provide first argument and support with relevant examples, statistics or data]. Second, [provide second argument and support with relevant examples, statistics or data]. Third, [provide third argument and support with relevant examples, statistics or data]. [Counterarguments and Rebuttal] I understand that some of you may have different opinions on this matter. [Acknowledge any potential counterarguments and address them in a respectful and confident manner]. [Conclusion] [Summarize your main arguments and restate your stance on the topic]. [End your speech with a call to action, encouraging the audience to take some form of action on the topic]. [Closing statement] Ladies and Gentlemen, [insert a final thought or statement that will leave a lasting impression on the audience]. Thank you for your time and attention. Page