Some people introduce a guest speaker, then make a run for it. Can’t get away fast enough. They are moving at such a pace that they should be sponsored by Nike or Gatorade. The guest speaker has not even reached the stage and the person who introduced him or her flies by without even shaking hands. Or that person dives off the stage in the opposite direction. Where’s the fire?
When introducing a speaker, wait at the lectern until the speaker gets there. Shake hands with the speaker, then walk – don’t run – back to your seat. If you are the guest speaker, wait for the emcee to return to the lectern and shake hands before departing.
From the Culture and Manners Institute at http://www.cultureandmanners.com
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