GENUINE Do not try too hard to do your best. Keep it      simple, as you would like to hear it yourself. Instead of      putting on a typical image, be genuine and unpretentious.

CLICHES Avoid using clichéd beginnings and endings.

SPONTANEOUS Make it, and be spontaneous.

VIP Remember to address any important individual that      may be present at the ceremony, if you have to.

STRUCTURE Keep to the structure that you have      prepared. Otherwise, it can tend to become tedious.

LENGTH Do not make it unnecessarily lengthy. Time      keeper!

SIMPLE WORDS Use simple words to formulate your      graduation speeches topics. Avoid hyperbolic language.

COMMENTING Avoid commenting on race or any political      issues that may spark arguments. Do not make      personal comments.

CONTROVERSIAL Do not bring up any controversial      speech topics.

SHARE INCIDENTS Remember the past and share some      witty incidents that may have happened to you back in      the days.

SHARE STORIES Do not be afraid of sharing an      embarrassing personal story.

FUN Make it funny, instead of awkward. However, be      funny, but not stupid.

TONE Do not adapt a condescending tone with the      audience. Respect views and beliefs.

GOODWILL Mention current affairs if you want to send a      message of goodwill.

IMPROMPTU Although it is advisable to have an      impromptu speech, only take the risk of doing so if you are      confident. The most efficient orator may have cold feet      while delivering a graduation speech. There is no harm in      preparing a guideline for yourself.

INTERESTING Have a lot of things to talk about instead      of sticking to single graduation speeches topics. This will      help you make the address more interesting. Otherwise, it      can start to sound like a drag.

OUTFIT Wear the appropriate outfit for the occasion. It is      a formal ceremony. Your give off an air of carelessness and      disregard. However, do not go overboard with the      appearance. Keep it minimal yet formal.