Elevator pitch template
Cue cards for a 30 to 60 second elevator pitch about yourself, your business or your idea: a hook, the problem, what you do, proof, what makes you different and a clear ask.
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IELTS cue card: describe a place you would like to visit
Answer plan for the IELTS Part 2 topic about a place you would like to visit, using future and conditional forms to describe where it is, what you would do and why it appeals.
Model UN opening speech template
Cue cards for a Model UN opening speech: greeting the chair, your country's position, its interests and past actions, proposed solutions and an invitation to work together.
STAR interview answer template
Cue cards for answering behavioural interview questions with the STAR method: Situation, Task, Action, Result, plus a reflection and three ready-to-adapt story slots.
Student council election speech
A short, kind student council or SRC election speech: who you are, why you care, two or three realistic ideas, how you will listen and a friendly ask for votes.
Tell me about yourself answer template
A short present–past–future answer to the most common interview opener, with cue cards for your current role, relevant background, key strengths and why this job is the next step.
IELTS cue card: describe a person you admire
An answer plan for the IELTS Speaking Part 2 task about a person you admire, with prompts for who they are, what they did, and why they matter to you, plus follow-up practice.
TOEFL independent speaking answer template
A reusable structure for TOEFL-style independent speaking questions where you give and support an opinion in under a minute, with timing, signposts and practice prompts.
School captain speech
A school captain or head student election speech: your connection to the school, leadership you have shown, a clear vision with two or three goals, and a respectful close.
Award acceptance speech
Short award acceptance speech cue cards: thank the organisers, credit your team and supporters, say what the award means and close graciously.
Engagement party toast
A short engagement party toast for a parent, host or close friend: welcome guests, share how the couple got here and raise a glass to the wedding ahead.
How to give a toast
A short toast you can give at a wedding, dinner, launch or family party: get attention, say why you are gathered, share one reason, and raise the glass.
IELTS cue card: describe a memorable journey
A Part 2 answer plan for describing a memorable journey: where you went, how you travelled, who was with you and why it stays in your memory, with travel vocabulary.
Impromptu speaking framework: PREP and past, present, future
Two simple structures for speaking on the spot in exams, interviews and table topics: Point, Reason, Example, Point, and Past, Present, Future, with practice topics.
Leadership interview question answer template
Cue cards for 'Give an example of when you showed leadership', covering setting direction, bringing people with you, handling a setback and what the team achieved, with or without a formal title.
Poem recital introduction
Cue cards to introduce a poem before you recite it, plus delivery notes: title and poet, context, what to listen for, breathing marks, and a short closing reflection.
Prefect or house captain speech
A short speech for prefect, house captain or sports captain elections: your connection to the house, how you will lift participation and spirit, and a warm close.
Show and tell speech for kids
Simple show and tell cards for young children: say your name, show the object, say what it is, where it came from, why it is special and invite questions.
Award presentation speech
Cue cards for presenting an award: explain the award, describe what the winner did, share a short example, announce the name and hand over with applause.
Baby shower or naming day toast
A warm toast for a baby shower, sip and see, naming day or welcome party: celebrate the parents, share hopes for the baby and thank everyone for coming.
Church announcements and notices
Cue cards for giving clear, friendly church notices in three minutes: a welcome for visitors, this week's events, ways to serve, giving and pastoral care.
Class representative speech
A short speech to be elected class representative, course rep or form rep at school, college or university: why you are standing, how you will collect feedback and report back.
IELTS cue card: describe a book or film you enjoyed
An IELTS Speaking Part 2 plan for talking about a book or film: what it is about, when you read or watched it, what stood out and why you would recommend it.
IELTS cue card: describe a piece of technology you use
IELTS Speaking Part 2 plan for describing a device or app you use: what it is, when you got it, how you use it and how life would change without it, plus tech vocabulary.
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