5 Things NOT To Do When Giving A Speech At A Wedding

1. It's not about you.

You're not a comedian opening for a band here. We really don't want you to be clever and do 45 minutes of material. Longer is NOT better in this case. Keep it short. UNDER 5 minutes.

2. Thank the parents.

Someone just spent thousands of dollars to throw a party here. Thank them by name.

3. Say something NICE about the bride and groom.

No one wants to hear an embarrassing story here. Just say something nice.

4. No swearing.

I have to say this? Really? Yes I do. Keep it clean. There are children and people in their 80's in the audience.

5. Start drinking AFTER the speech.

Seriously, you're making a fool of yourself.