Impromptu

1Get a random topic
2Prepare your thoughts for 1 minute
3Give your speech for 1 minute
Choose your speech framework

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Speech Frameworks

A framework gives your impromptu speech structure. Pick one before you start — it will guide you step-by-step during your preparation time.

Story Arc

Best for: storytelling & engaging the audience

H
Hook
Open with something attention-grabbing — a bold claim, a question, or a vivid image.
D
Detail
Fill in the background. Set the scene, provide context, and build understanding.
E
Example
Bring it to life with a specific story, anecdote, or concrete example.
C
Close
Wrap up with a memorable takeaway — circle back to your hook or leave a lasting thought.

Example — Topic: "What is the best advice you ever received?"

  • H: "The best advice I ever got nearly made me quit my job."
  • D: My mentor told me to stop chasing promotions and start chasing problems worth solving.
  • E: I switched teams to work on a messy project no one wanted — within a year it became our flagship product.
  • C: "Chase the hard problems. The titles will follow."

PREP

Best for: making a clear argument or sharing an opinion

P
Point
State your main point clearly and directly. What do you believe?
R
Reason
Explain why. Give one or two solid reasons that support your point.
E
Example
Make it real with a concrete example, fact, or personal experience.
P
Point (restate)
Circle back to your original point. Reinforce it with confidence.

Example — Topic: "Should remote work be the default?"

  • P: Yes — remote work should be the default for knowledge workers.
  • R: It eliminates commutes, boosts focus time, and lets companies hire from anywhere.
  • E: My team went fully remote in 2020 and our productivity scores actually went up 15%.
  • P: Remote work isn't a perk — it should be the starting point.

STAR

Best for: experience-based topics & professional scenarios

S
Situation
Set the scene. Where were you? What was the context?
T
Task
What was the challenge or responsibility you faced?
A
Action
What did you actually do? Be specific about your actions.
R
Result
What happened? Share the outcome and what you learned.

Example — Topic: "Tell us about a challenge you overcame"

  • S: Last year, I was leading a product launch with a two-week deadline.
  • T: Our main developer left unexpectedly, and I had to fill the gap while managing the team.
  • A: I restructured the sprint, paired junior devs with seniors, and handled the critical code path myself.
  • R: We shipped on time, and the team's confidence soared — they knew they could handle anything.