Claude Prompt for Writing a Speech

Writing a compelling speech is an exercise that combines rhetoric, narrative structure, and emotional intelligence. Whether for a wedding, a professional conference, a graduation ceremony, or a political address, every speech requires a delicate balance between content and form. Claude excels at this task thanks to its ability to adapt tone, language register, and argumentative structure to the specific context of your speech. By providing Claude with key details—the occasion, the audience, the desired duration, and the essential messages—you get a structured text that respects oratory codes while preserving your authenticity. The AI can incorporate figures of speech, anaphoras, smooth transitions, and calls to action that transform a simple text into a true oral performance. Claude also helps you calibrate emotion: measured humor, controlled gravity, or infectious enthusiasm as needed. The result is a speech ready to be delivered, which you can refine in a few iterations so it sounds exactly as you want.

The prompt

Claude

You are a professional speechwriter mastering classical and contemporary rhetoric. Write a complete speech according to these parameters:

Context of the intervention:

Occasion: [WEDDING / CONFERENCE / AWARD CEREMONY / INAUGURATION / TRIBUTE / OTHER]
My role: [BEST MAN / CEO / ELECTED OFFICIAL / CLOSE FRIEND / COLLEAGUE / OTHER]
Audience: [APPROXIMATE NUMBER, PROFILE — COLLEAGUES, FAMILY, INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS...]
Target duration: [5 / 10 / 15 / 20 MINUTES]

Desired content:

Main message to convey: [DESCRIBE IN 1-2 SENTENCES]
Anecdotes or personal elements to include: [LIST YOUR ELEMENTS]
Desired tone: [INSPIRING / HUMOROUS / SOLEMN / WARM / MOTIVATIONAL]
Things to absolutely avoid: [SENSITIVE TOPICS, INAPPROPRIATE INSIDE JOKES...]

Structural requirements:

A strong hook that grabs attention within the first 15 seconds
An introduction that sets the framework and creates a connection with the audience
A development in 2-3 parts with smooth transitions
Figures of speech suitable for oral delivery (anaphoras, triads, rhetorical questions)
A memorable conclusion with a call to action or a striking quote

Indicate in square brackets [pause] moments where I should pause, and in parentheses (gesture) suggestions for body language. At the end of the document, add a note on pacing and delivery tips.

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Why it works

This prompt works because it provides Claude with a precise rhetorical framework (hook, development, conclusion) while giving the contextual variables needed to personalize the content. The explicit request for figures of speech and stage directions pushes the model to produce a text designed for oral delivery rather than reading. Finally, the separation between desired content and elements to avoid allows Claude to navigate the expected emotional register with accuracy.

Expected result

You get a complete and structured speech, ready to be delivered, with pause and gesture indications integrated directly into the text. The document includes a striking hook, natural transitions between parts, and ends with practical tips for public speaking (pacing, voice projection, stage fright management).

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FAQ

How can I adapt the speech generated by Claude to my personal voice?

Provide Claude with examples of your way of speaking: favorite expressions, usual level of formality, type of humor. You can also ask him to rewrite the speech by imitating the style of one of your previous emails or texts. After generation, read the speech aloud and identify passages that don't sound like you—ask Claude to rephrase them, specifying what feels off. Two to three iterations are usually enough to get a text that sounds naturally like you.

What length of speech should I ask Claude for depending on the occasion?

As a rule of thumb, count about 130 to 150 words per minute of speech. A toast or thank-you note lasts 2-3 minutes (300-450 words). An ideal wedding speech lasts 5-7 minutes (700-1000 words). A professional presentation takes 10-15 minutes (1500-2200 words). A keynote or conference spans 15-20 minutes (2200-3000 words). Always specify the duration to Claude rather than a word count: he will naturally calibrate the content and pace based on the allotted time.

How can I use Claude to rehearse and improve my speech before the big day?

Use Claude as a speech coach in several steps. First, ask him to create a condensed version in bullet points so you can practice without reading. Then, submit your doubts about specific passages and ask for alternatives. You can also ask him to simulate audience questions and prepare your responses. Finally, ask him for a checklist for the big day: equipment check, breathing exercises, timing per section, and backup phrases in case of memory lapses.

How to use this prompt

Copy the prompt with the button above.
Paste it into ChatGPT, Claude or your favorite AI assistant.
Replace the bracketed variables with your details, then refine the result.

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