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How to Give an Award Presentation Speech (Example Included!)

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Congratulations! Chances are that if you're reading this article, you have been named an award recipient for an accomplishment or are involved with bestowing an award to others. Either way, in the work context, you should aim for a professional yet enjoyable speech.

People often focus on whatever the person getting the award is going to say about it. Less mentioned is the speech given beforehand by the award presenter. However, this is also a very important and prestigious job. 

After all, the presenter is tasked with setting the mood of the event, giving context to the honor being awarded and introducing them in an engaging way. Writing and delivering a killer presentation speech takes time, thought, and preparation. It's no small feat!

Feeling nervous about it? Here's how to write and deliver a speech presenting an award—or receiving one.

How to write an award presentation speech

When writing your speech, try to strike a balance between covering the necessary information—like the details of the award and the accomplishments of the person being honored—and keeping your audience interested. 

Break down the components of the speech in an outline at first to make sure you hit everything you want to say. 

1. Begin with a captivating opener

This is an opportunity to put some personal flair into your speech. Know your audience. Start with a joke or a funny anecdote, if it's appropriate. If not, you might start with a personal memory or connection to the person being awarded. The opening of a presentation award speech is your moment to set the tone and grab the audience's attention.

2. Give some background

Give some context to the award you're presenting. How much or how little is up to you, your organization and the setting, but it's important to ground the speech in why the event is happening. Did someone specific fund this award? When and for what reason? What does it represent? What kind of qualities does it recognize in the person who receives it? 

If you have a personal connection to the award or the person receiving it, you may mention it here. Are you a past winner of this same award? Is the person receiving it one of your employees or close friends? You can use this as an opportunity to transition into introducing the person and their work. 

4. Talk about the awardee's work

Next, introduce the work or qualifications of the person being awarded. Talk about the work that stood out to the organization or committee presenting this honor to them. How does their work relate or contribute to the wider cause? 

You could mention other awards they have won in the past or a memory or anecdote about the person being honored if you have a personal connection with them. You may also have a bio of theirs to read, if they specified how they wanted to be introduced. 

Either way, put a good portion of your time and thought into this part of your speech. Your job is to present this award to this specific person, so put intention and energy into representing them and their accomplishments well. Though they may have a long and prestigious resume , try to keep it relatively short. Hit the highlights and the most relevant information to the occasion.

5. Keep it on the short side

You have a good bit of information to cover in order to give a heartfelt, personalized speech, but try your best to keep it fairly brief. You don't want to overshadow the person getting the award by taking too much time away from their acceptance speech or lose your audience halfway through. 

Practice your speech, and time yourself when you do. This will ensure you're keeping things concise and including everything you wanted to say. Decide whether you're going to memorize your speech or if you're going to have notecards or a written copy. Practice however you're going to deliver it to make sure you've got it down.

Presenting an award: Speech template

Now let's put all these tips into practice. To start, here's a template of an award presentation speech that is pretty standard and can be used in many different types of recognizations.

[Good morning/evening/night] folks, 

It is with great pleasure that I join you here today to present the [title of award] on behalf of [your company]. This is the [number] year this award has been presented, and it remains one of the highest honors in this field, recognizing the person in our community whose work has had a truly outstanding [type of outcome or impact the award winner's work caused]. 

As a committee member, I can tell you that the nominees this year were some of the most [qualities of the nominees] people I've had the pleasure of knowing. However, one person stood out for their remarkable career in this field. 

They have made an inestimable contribution to our community over their [time the award winner works for the company] of work in our [your work field], working to [their goals, passion/goals or what they work for]. They have gone on to become an example in [what this person does in their field + achievements].

I have had the absolute honor of working closely with this person throughout their career, and I cannot be happier to see them honored here tonight. Without further ado, the [title of award] goes to [name of the winner]. Please join me in welcoming them to the stage. 

Presenting an award: Speech example

Want to see the template come to life? This example of an award presentation speech shows you how to fill in the blanks and serves as a guide for writing your own.

Good evening folks, 

It is with great pleasure that I join you here today to present the Outstanding Achievement Award for Social Service on behalf of The Zyx Company. This is the 25th year this award has been presented, and it remains one of the highest honors in this field, recognizing the person in our community whose work has had a truly outstanding impact in the lives of many. 

As a committee member, I can tell you that the nominees this year were some of the most incredible, hardworking and compassionate people I've had the pleasure of knowing. However, one person stood out for their remarkable career in this field. 

They have made an inestimable contribution to our community over their 20 years of work in our public school systems, working to improve the lives of our students and future leaders. They have gone on to become an example in social work and innovation in combating homelessness and worked tirelessly to obtain greater resources for people in marginalized communities.

I have had the absolute honor of working closely with this person throughout their career, and I cannot be happier to see them honored here tonight. Without further ado, the Outstanding Achievement Award for Social Service goes to Jill Smith. Please join me in welcoming them to the stage.

How do you give a speech after receiving an award?

What about if you're on the other side of the award presentation? Writing an award acceptance speech is also an art. Similarly, you want to plan ahead and make sure you hit certain points within your speech. 

Receiving an award is an incredible honor and can be exciting or overwhelming, so you want to do the preparation beforehand in order to say what you want to say. 

"Thank the Academy" and others 

You want to be sure to thank the people involved in giving you this award. This list includes the organization or committee presenting it to you and the presenter, as well as anyone who you feel helped to get you where you are today. We've all seen heartfelt, lengthy thank you lists delivered over Academy Awards and Emmys. 

This is a common factor in awards speeches for a reason. No one achieves their success without help from people who believe in them. Identify who you want to shout out during your speech, and if you need to, make a physical list so you don't leave anyone out. 

Share a bit about your work 

Share a bit of your work and why you're proud of it. Are there any lessons your road to this award has taught you? What aspect of what you do are you most excited to share with the world, and why do you think it's important?

Make a statement

If you feel compelled to do so, use the platform you have during your acceptance speech to make a statement about a larger social or political issue pertaining to your work. Is there a cause you're particularly passionate about? What do you want to say and promote through this moment?

Watch the time

There might be time constraints on your speech as well. Either way, try not to make it too lengthy. Have a plan, rehearse and be ready to say what you planned to say. 

Final thoughts

Whether you're presenting an award or receiving one, preparation is essential in order to deliver a thoughtful speech. Make sure you do your research, know what you want to say and practice ahead of time so that, when the day comes, you're ready to go. 

Awards ceremonies can be exciting and moving events, and often it's the speeches that make or break them. Take on this responsibility with excitement, and put time and thought into your presentation.

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5 Tips to Give the Perfect Award Acceptance Speech

• James Haynes
• September 19, 2022

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Introduction.

Congratulations! You’ve won an award. Maybe you’ve been selected for the prestigious  National Speakers Association’s Speaker Hall of Fame . Maybe you’ve been named volunteer of the year for your local service club. Whatever you’ve won, now you may be wondering: how do I give an award acceptance speech? what kind of a speech am I supposed to give? Where can I find award acceptance speech examples ? How do I make sure my speech is memorable in a good way?

Maybe you’ve never given a speech before, and after toiling for years far from the spotlight, being put on stage is a nerve-wracking prospect for you. One of the best ways to minimize those nerves is to do your homework beforehand so you know exactly where you’re going with your talk, and reading this article is a great start! (For more on managing  nerves when you speak, check out this episode of The Speaker Lab podcast .)

Even if you’re a seasoned speaker, the structure and format of an award acceptance speech may not be what you are used to. To master the shortened format and time limits you may have, you’ll need to structure your speech in a more specialized way. For more on how to do so, read on.

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Determine the goal of your speech

First of all, what is the goal of your acceptance speech? The starting point for most, if not all, acceptance speeches, should be a humble “thank you” for whatever they have received. It may also be appropriate to highlight particular experiences or individuals who helped you to get where you are. But this can be overdone; fake modesty and a long list of thank-yous to people the audience doesn’t know can cause your audience to tune out just as much as a braggy or even vindictive diatribe. How do you strike the balance?

One way to start could be watching others’ acceptance speeches, and ideally not just speeches from the Academy Awards. Award acceptance speech examples can be found on Youtube, Vimeo, and other video-sharing sites. Learn from others but don’t mimic – You’ve probably watched a lot of speakers before haven’t you? You know the things they do that work. It’s easy to want to just duplicate what you saw them do since you know it works. But don’t do that. Learn from why it worked and how you can incorporate a similar (but not copied) methodology into your own talks.

Structuring your speech

Another tip: figure out from the event organizer what the time restrictions are for your talk. You don’t want to plan a 20-minute overture when the event organizers expect you to speak for just a minute or two! This will also set the tone for your talk.

Remember that your speech is supposed to be  shorter  than your typical speech. You shouldn’t have that much to write out. Once you’ve determined a few people you’d like to thank, maybe a story you’d like to tell, and determined the overall goal or vibe of your talk, you should start structuring your speech.

Perhaps you could begin by breaking down your speech into a few sections. For example, you could structure the speech as follows: Introduction, thanking a few specific people, telling a story or an anecdote, and conclusion. This should all take no more than 3-5 minutes. And it will  fly by .

Consider telling stories

Want to tell a story in your acceptance speech? It’s a good idea. Humans relate to stories. We connect to stories. Funny stories. Sad stories. Inspirational stories. We love stories. So tell them. Lots of them. Stories will keep your audience engaged and are also easier for you to memorize.

There’s nothing wrong with telling a 3rd person story or using some case study or example. But especially for an award you’re receiving, telling a story that you lived and experienced generally makes the story better for you and the audience. For the audience, they can oftentimes find themselves in your story. For you as the speaker, it’s much easier (and more powerful) to tell a story that you lived versus one you read in a book.

What kind of story to tell

In an award acceptance speech, any such story should be short and sweet. One way to keep an eye on the length is to try timing yourself telling the story out loud. As Harriet Turk discusses in our  podcast on creating your talk , “If you practice out loud, you learn a whole lot more about what the story hits on and what parts need to be told.” Turk goes on to say that sometimes we find that we try to tell a story the way we wrote it, but authoring a story is much different than presenting a story. A story that reads well in a book may not work as well on stage.

Some examples of stories or anecdotes that you could do well to include would be about a setback you overcame in your role, or how someone helped you in a particularly meaningful way. If that person who helped you is one of those you want to thank, it would serve as an incredibly powerful testament to their character to include such a story. Of course, if something about that story is sensitive, it would be prudent to notify them in advance that you plan to tell that story. Even if not, it could be polite to give them a heads-up, particularly if they will be in the audience for your acceptance speech.

Using humor: advantages and pitfalls

You might wonder whether or not humor is appropriate in an award acceptance speech. Generally, humor is not a bad thing to include if you want to liven up your talk. However, keep in mind that you are being spotlighted as an individual accomplishing something in an award acceptance speech, and harsh joking about other people, in particular, may reflect poorly on your deserving the award. Negative jokes about the organizer, your collaborators, or others in the audience are no-nos.

On that point, as we cover in our 100 speaking tips article,  you don’t need to be crude or inappropriate just for a laugh. It’s not worth it. If you deliver a killer keynote and are flawless throughout, but you make one inappropriate remark, nobody will remember anything else you said. There’s nothing wrong with using humor or making a strong point on something, but don’t do it at the expense of crossing the line and turning people off.

On the other hand, a dash of humor, such as light self-deprecation, can be perfectly good at keeping your speech from sounding sanctimonious or stuffy. When you tell a joke or deliver a punchline, give the audience time to laugh. Sometimes speakers like to rush to the next point, but don’t do that. You need to give the audience a chance to respond to what you just said (in this case to laugh), but also if you rush on to the next thought while the room is still laughing, nobody will hear what you’re saying.

Practice makes perfect

You’re not going to have a Powerpoint. You’re probably not going to have any visual aids. So how are you going to stay focused and find cues for your award acceptance speech?

Consider writing your speech out and timing yourself to ensure you don’t go way over any time allotments you might have. And if you don’t have time limits, consider your audience – they will almost certainly tune out after 15+ minutes of seemingly-endless acknowledgments…

Remember: Professional speakers don’t just make stuff up. They don’t write a few thoughts on a notecard and then shoot from the hip for an entire presentation. They take the time to write and carefully craft their material.

As Harriet Turk discusses in our  podcast on creating your talk , bullet points can be one way to succinctly outline a talk in a way that you can rely on, even when you’re on stage and nervous. “Bullets are easy because they trigger what it is that you’re really wanting to do,” she said, “Whereas if you write it out and then you memorize it, you could have stage fright, or you’ve practiced it so much that you get to a point that you’re nervous and you forget.”

Although you shouldn’t just be reading from a page the whole time, writing out specific names of people you want to thank can help keep you from forgetting anybody.

When you’re on stage

So you’ve written, practiced, and are headed to your acceptance speech venue to give your killer talk. What should you remember when you’re standing on the stage?

As we outline in our 100 speaking tips piece,  remember that on stage, you can be an amplified version of yourself. The bigger the venue, the bigger you need to be on stage. The way you would communicate to a group of 10 people is very different than how you would need to communicate to a room of 10,000. Both should be an authentic version of you, but simply amplified to the setting. The bottom line is don’t try to be something you’re not on stage. Be you.

Keep it slow and steady. When you are talking really fast, it becomes difficult for the audience to follow. It’s hard to keep up and process. Plus the faster you talk, the harder it is to understand what you’re saying. So slow down and enunciate. Give the audience the chance to keep up with where you’re going.

Don’t be afraid of the silence. Silence, to a speaker, can feel deafening but it can be powerful. Silence shows confidence that you’re in control of the talk and the room and you’re continuing to guide them towards a common purpose. When you make a strong point, don’t rush to the next line. Stop and let it hang there. The silence is your friend.

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All in all, giving an award acceptance speech is a great opportunity to practice your speaking skills while simultaneously a big honor! Whether you’re an experienced speaker or haven’t given one for years, these tips and processes can help you conceive of, outline, and deliver an awesome acceptance speech.

If you found this piece helpful, we have a  great podcast with Grant Baldwin on how to create your talk.  He tells us how he prepares for talks, what makes a talk good versus another talk, and what types of structures you can use to organize your content. You can listen to this  podcast on creating a talk here . Want to read more about speaking tips? Take a look at our  100 tips for motivational speaking for any speaking engagement ! Happy speaking!

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How to Give an Award Acceptance Speech to Thank, Inspire and Impress

Let’s say you got nominated for an award and now you have to give an acceptance speech. It’s pretty important to give a good speech, no matter what you’re being awarded for. Looking good doesn’t hurt either!

So, how do you give a good acceptance speech for your award? First off, you should ask yourself what message you would like to convey to your audience.

Generally, an acceptance speech provides the speaker with an opportunity to not only thank the individuals who helped you win the award but also highlight ideas and issues that you care about and even inspire people to do something even bigger.

Which is why it’s important that you don’t mess up.

Writing a good speech, any kind of speech, requires a lot of time and preparation, in order to ensure that you are well prepared and have included any important details that you would prefer to not leave out.

Here are a few practical tips on how you can draw up your award acceptance speech.

What is an Award Acceptance Speech? 

This is a type of speech given by an individual who’s receiving a prize, honor or an award. It is an unwritten tradition to share gratitude to individuals who you’d like or acknowledge or thank by giving a few words.

Your audience may be made up of your family and friends but also individuals in your industry who you respect and admire, so when giving an acceptance speech, ensure you make the best of it. 

As compared to other speeches, an acceptance speech does not include a beginning , body or conclusion and doesn’t need a PowerPoint display. In addition to this, acceptance speeches aren’t allotted a lot of time as you would with a keynote speech, so you will have to make it short.

Acceptance speeches also provide you, the speaker who’s accepting the award, an opportunity to either make a great impression , no impression or a terrible one. So, you have to be careful with how you write up and give your speech.

What are the m ain Goals of an Acceptance Speech?

Your goals with regard to this speech should be to;

• Thank the individuals who helped you in whatever you did or in your career
• Center on one idea that you want to leave your audience with, whether it’s motivating them to work hard or inspiring them to follow their dreams
• Make a great impression

Since you’ll only have a few minutes to give your speech, focusing on one point or one of the most important lessons you’ve learnt in life is a good way to go.

Additionally, your speech should give your audience a favorable impression about you while also letting them know that you’ve thought about what you’ve said and that you’re respectful.

How to Write a Great Acceptance Speech

Most individuals who win an award start by thanking the individuals who helped them when they accept it.

There are many different ways of thanking people, so which one is applied in this context?   Being as specific as possible when thanking individuals is the best way to go.

Therefore, you should start by:

Be Specific

Thank people by telling them exactly what they did that assisted you

You should do this in a way that is meaningful. Saying “Thank you for your support” doesn’t really mean anything.

So instead, you should look at the individuals you mention and while addressing them by their names, thank them while telling them what exactly you are thanking them for.

For instance, you can say, “Lisa, you encouraged me after being rejected by 7 different publishing houses, you were there for me.”

This will make your speech much more interesting to your audience while also appearing sincere.

Pro-Tip: Make eye contact when thanking every individual while mentioning their name, as it will not only convey respect but also sincerity.  

Tell a story

Great award acceptance speeches usually tell stories. While the time allotted to give your speech may be short, 30 seconds is enough time to give a short story.

You can either;

• Recount an actual conversation you had with someone; be it a family member colleague or friend, about a challenge you had, how you conquered it and its relevance to the award you’re accepting.
• Talk about an encounter that happened

Keep in mind though that if you’ll be telling a story , ensure that its relevant to the award, it’s brief and that you tell it in a way that captivates your audience.

Now that we’ve discussed how to prepare for and write your acceptance speech, we can now look into how you will deliver that speech.

How to Prepare for an Award Acceptance Speech?

Nothing is worse than having no speech prepared when you win a major award; fumbling on stage in front of an audience is not a good thing for anyone.

It also shows the individuals who nominated you that you do not respect them, so take some time and prepare.

First and foremost,

Make your speech memorable

Many of the speeches given at award shows are short, so if it isn’t memorable, it can easily be forgotten.

Good thing is you have a lot of resources at your disposal, the biggest being the internet. Thank heavens for technology! Everyone, including yourself, wants to give a great speech . Looking up great acceptance speeches on YouTube will provide you with amazing examples of great speeches.

Most of these examples are short, as acceptance speeches should be. Besides this, they also seen genuine, contain an emotional moment and are funny.

You may not have a funny bone in your body, which is okay as being funny will entirely be dependent on what you’ll be talking about in your speech. So, no pressure.

Rehearse your speech

It may sound ridiculous to practice your acceptance speech, especially considering that it’s brief. However, this is a great way to modify your speech to your liking.

You can do this by recording yourself giving your speech using your camera or phone.

Looking through the recording will help you pick out what you don’t like and what you like about it. This allows you to repeat your speech as many times as you want while implementing the changes you’d like until you feel happy and comfortable with its final form.

Once you are satisfied with your final take, know you already have it in the bag; you’re going to give a great speech!

Pro-Tip: Practicing helps get rid of the jitters and helps you feel more confident in both yourself and your speech.

How To Deliver Your Acceptance Speech

When delivering your acceptance speech, ensure that it’s at least entertaining . It doesn’t have to make the audience laugh so much that their ribs hurt. However, it also shouldn’t be so boring that people doze off or make conversation while you address them.

So, first off,

Don’t Be Boring

If your speech doesn’t have a few jokes in it or isn’t funny, at least try to include some emotion or a dramatic moment. Boring speeches make people want to gorge their eyes out and seal their ears, so they don’t have to look at you and hear you drone on. Don’t subject your audience to unnecessary torture.

Be entertaining. At the very least, say something entertaining, interesting or amusing, even if you’ll be making fun of yourself.

If you are going to show emotion, don’t go overboard

Blubbering through your speech isn’t interesting, so try to keep it together. This is where practicing your speech comes in, it helps you show just the right amount of emotion while still conveying your message to the audience.

Pro-Tip: A little emotion goes a long way, so don’t overdo it.

Using what we have so far discussed, you should be able to not only write a great speech but also present your speech to your audience in a memorable way.

Now, let’s look at a few things to avoid when giving your acceptance speech.

What to avoid in an Award Acceptance Speech

• Do not tell your audience you don’t have a lot of time

This only uses up more time. Instead, use the time you’ve been given to the maximum advantage.

• Do  not tell your audience that you’re nervous

Even though you might be nervous , other people may not recognize that you are. So, there’s no need to waste valuable time.

By the way, deliberately pausing or speaking slowly helps you overcome any jitters you may have. Thank me later once you try this trick of the trade.

• Do  not thank too many people

Given that you’ll only have a few minutes to give your speech (at most), try to thank no more than five individuals.

You can send the people you didn’t thank on stage personal notes; that’s why such notes exist.

• Do  not read your speech from a piece of paper

Not only is this devoid of sincerity, emotion and personality but it also looks scripted . Again, practicing helps you capture your main points in mind.

In conclusion, it all comes down to being genuine when thanking individuals, entertaining and leaving your audience with a good life lesson or something that inspires them. Show your audience that you, indeed, were worthy of getting that award!

12 Ideas for How to Give a Thank you Speech for an Award

By: Author Hiuyan Lam

Posted on Last updated: October 20, 2023

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Winning an award is awesome. You can ask any Oscar winner. However, writing and giving the accompanying speech isn’t always as easy as receiving the award.

Writing a thank you speech for an award  doesn’t come naturally to everybody. There’s a lot to consider, especially if thousands of eyes will be on you. However, that does not mean it’s impossible.

We can show you how to prepare the best possible thank you speech for an award.

What you should pay attention to before drafting a thank you speech for an award/trophy:

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How to write a thank you speech

With a short thank you speech sample and a printable planner

By:  Susan Dugdale  

A thank you speech or appreciation speech prepared and given with sincerity means a lot to those you acknowledge.

Dive right in. There's all the assistance you need on this page to write an excellent speech of thanks.

What you'll find on this page

• the types of occasions it could be good to have a thank you speech ready to give
• best practice and content suggestions to guide you step by step through writing a short thank you speech
• a short  sample thank you speech for an award (and a link to an example thank you speech for a 18th birthday party)
• a printable thank you speech planner to download
• links to thank you quotations you may like to use
• notes covering rehearsal and delivery   

'No man is an island'

When we achieve, we usually do so because others have helped. Your speech of appreciation is the gift or acknowledgment you give in return for what was given you.

When is a thank you speech appropriate?

Any time is good to say thank you! However, a more formal speech of thanks could fit any of these occasions.

• for coming to my graduation, farewell, birthday, or retirement party
• for the promotion
• for the award
• for coming to our wedding and your gifts, our engagement party, our 50th wedding anniversary
• for coming to the opening of my new business...

Be prepared! Best practice guidelines

Generally the decision to leap to your feet and give a thank you speech is not spontaneous. You will likely have some forewarning and time to consider exactly what you want to say and who you want to mention.

Deciding on the content

Cover these three content areas and you'll be fine.

• WHO are you thanking? Note their names in ranking order- the most important first.
• WHAT are you thanking them for? Be specific rather than general. Naming what you are grateful for gives your thanks more meaning.
• WHAT did their gift of time, expertise, encouragement, money... mean to you? Again, be specific. This is your chance to publicly give credit where it's due, to compliment, to praise. Take it.

Writing your speech

When you've sorted out who you wish to mention and what for, you are ready to begin writing.

Like any other form of speech you need 3 parts:- an opening, the body or middle where you put all your acknowledgments, and a conclusion.

1. Introduction/opening

In your introduction or opening give the reason for the occasion and why it is you're going to thank everyone. What you say, and how you say it, will set the tone for the remainder of the speech.

Depending on the number of people on your 'thank you/appreciation' list and the amount of time you have, consider including a small story about the lead-up making this event possible. A well-chosen personal anecdote will always go down well because it lets those listening share your experience more deeply.

Check out this page on story telling in speeches for more information.

In the body of your speech, start at the top of your list of people to thank and work your way through it. Take care to give the most important people the most time.

For those whom you want to mention but don't have enough time to make individual acknowledgments consider grouping them according to function.

Example: "To Alex, Mary, Judy and Sam, thank you for making me remember to laugh. You helped me keep my sanity and perspective when the going was tough."

3. Conclusion

In the conclusion, summarize your main points and finish.

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A short thank you speech sample 

Here's a short example thank you speech for you to see how it could be done. There are many ways covering the required content. This is just one.

The person giving this speech is thanking an organization for giving him an award. 

It is 374 words long. When spoken it will take approximately 2 minutes + to deliver. That's about the right length. It's brief and covers everything needed.

As you read it through imagine hearing it out loud. 

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"Who's considered the incredible power and range of meaning in 'thank you'?  Those two words express gratitude, humility, understanding, as well as acknowledgement.

I am here with you: my family, many of my friends and colleagues because I need to say all of that, and then some more.

Thank you for coming to share my being given the Fred Smith Award for Community Service. It's very humbling.

There's a phrase I'm sure you know: it takes a village to raise a child. In this case it's not a child that's been raised but awareness and a long-needed community resource - the  Parksville Community Literacy Center.  The village behind it and me, is you.

In particular, thank you to my wife Marlene who has always understood and shared my conviction that communities are healthiest when its resources are equally shared, and that the ability to read underpins long term social and economic wellbeing.

I know the hours I spent after work helping to establish our new Center tested her, especially when I was home late, again.

Remarkably she continues to support, and love me.  For that I will always be grateful.

Mary Hill, Catherine Beech and Matthew Fall from the Fred Smith Foundation – thank you for sharing the vision of an integrated community and for being so incredibly supportive. You understood what we were trying to achieve and helped make it possible. Your generous gifts of time, expertise and funds are deeply appreciated.

This award may have my name on it, but in truth it belongs to everybody who has worked to make the center a reality. Have you got a spare day or two? If I called out all those people we'd be here for quite some time! Instead, I'll simply say thank you. You know who you are.

The time and effort you've given ensures that the Parksville people who want it will have access to effective literacy programs and resources. That is a priceless gift.  As Nobel Peace Prize winner former UN Secretary General, Kofi Annan said “Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.”

Thank you for the award and thank you on behalf of all those who will cross that bridge to a brighter future." 

Here's another example. This one is a thank you speech for a birthday . The speaker is thanking their parents and guests for the celebration in honor of their 18th birthday. 

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They offer different ways of expressing your gratitude. You could find just what you need to spark your creativity and provide the thread/theme to unite your speech. It can be so much more than a long string of thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you ...

Tips to help you get your thank you speech right

Rehearsal, practice and feedback.

Many people make the assumption that once they've got the words of their speech sorted, they're set to go.

That's not true! Practice completes the process.

Giving yourself several  rehearsals, firstly by yourself and then in front of  friends or family, will help enormously. Click the link for detailed information about  how to rehearse effectively .

For the condensed and shortened version covering good rehearsal practice follow the points below.

1. Content check

Before investing too much time and energy into rehearsing your speech say it through in front of a few trusted friends or colleagues.  It is much, much easier to change text prior to practicing it than after you've begun working with it. Ask them to listen:

• to make sure you've included everyone you should, in the right order and thanked them for the right things.
• for tone. Does the vocabulary fit the occasion? Are the stories right? Is the speech positive? Is it inclusive?

Edit as needed, and then have your test audience listen again. 

Getting the timing right is an essential part of making it a success. Go on too long and people stop listening. Be too brief and there's a danger you've missed things out.

The only way to find out how long your speech is, is to time yourself as you say it out loud at a normal speaking rate. If it's too long, look for areas you can cut. Maybe you need to group a few  more people together or perhaps you need to shorten some of the specific examples about why it is you're thanking someone.  If it's too short, add more detail.  Repeat until you get the length right.

If you'd like to check the number of words you have in your speech against how many minutes it will take to say them go to: how many words per minute are there in a speech .

3. Use cue cards

If you're at all worried about forgetting things, losing your place or muddling what you want to say, use cue cards. They'll take the anxiety away.

Write the main points of your thank you speech on cue cards. Good notes will keep you on track while ensuring you cover everything you want to like, for instance, the name of every person you want to thank and why.

(Click the link if you don't know about using or how to make cue cards . Cue cards are preferable to reading your speech.

However sometimes you just have to read because...for all sorts of reasons. If that's you, do it well. Find out how to read a speech effectively .)

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Award Acceptance Speech

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Navigate the art of delivering a heartfelt award acceptance speech with our expert guide, which includes a variety of inspiring speech examples . This comprehensive resource is designed to assist you in articulating your gratitude and joy effectively. Whether you’re acknowledging a professional honor or a personal milestone, our array of speech examples will guide you in creating a memorable and sincere acceptance speech, ensuring your words leave a lasting impression on your audience.

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If you have been nominated for an award and you are confident that your chances of winning is high or even if you are not that confident you’ll win, it is only right to prepare a speech when receiving said award. As English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge has said, “He who is best prepared can best serve his moment of inspiration.” Therefore, you should prepare a speech ahead of time regardless of uncertainty in order to avoid stuttering when accepting an award or plainly embarrassing yourself in such a momentous occasion for saying the wrong words.

Outline of an Award Acceptance Speech

When you when an award especially during prestigious events, it is most likely that you are expected to give an award acceptance speech . As the name suggests, it is a speech you give when you accept an award and mainly for expressing how honored and thankful you are to be given such recognition. In the process of writing the speech , you should also know what information you should include. Although there is no set standard on how to write the speech, here is an explanation on the outline of an award acceptance speech:

This part of your speech is basically your introduction. This will be your formal opening, the ice breaker or the attention-grabber for your speech. The main purpose of this part is to show your excitement, your shock and happiness to be given the award. This will also serve as your formal acknowledgement to the people present during the event. In some award acceptance speeches given by professionals in certain filed, this is where they insert a humorous quip. For speech example , during the Oscars in 2010, Sandra Bullock who won the Best Actress Award opened her speech with “Did I really earn this or did I just wear you all down?”

2. Expression of gratitude

This part of the speech is where you express your gratitude for the organization or institution who has given you the award. Although this can also be used to thank important people in your life, thanking the organization also expresses your respect to the body who has given you the award. Aside from that, this is also your way to talk about how thankful you are just for the nomination and how much happy and honored you are that the deciding body chose you despite of all the talented nominees.

3. Address your competition

It is only right that you acknowledge the people who were nominated alongside you. This is the part of your speech where you speak well of your competition. Although they were your competitors for the award, some of them are your close acquaintances or friends and people you have admired for a long time. This is also your time to acknowledge how brilliant they performed in their own right and how worthy they are of the nomination. In addition, you can also mention how these nominees also served as your inspiration during the process of creating your work. Through this you strengthen your friendship with some of them and creating new meaningful relationships with the others.

4. Sharing the glory

On this part of the speech you share your glory to the people who have continuously supported you. Aside from the people executives like talent scouts, directors, producers, managers, supervisors, etc. who have taken a chance on you, this is also where you thank the most important people in your life like your spouse, parents, siblings, friends, mentors and so on. When the late Robin Williams received the Best Supporting Actor during the 1998 Oscars, he humorously thanked his late father saying “Most of all, I want to thank my father, up there, the man who when I said I wanted to be an actor, he said, ‘Wonderful. Just have a back-up profession like welding.'”

5. Conclusion

The conclusion of your speech can be inspirational, funny, challenging and others. You should definitely end your speech with something you can be remembered by. For example you can pose a challenge to the audience, or your can leave with some inspirational message that the audience can ponder on, or you can end your speech with some witty, funny remarks. To end his award acceptance speech during the Mark Twain Comedy Award in 2011, actor-comedian Will Ferrell funny quipped the theater band “Now, you can play it, now you can play the music.” as they have interrupted him in the beginning of his speech.

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How to Make an Award Acceptance Speech

In order to deliver an outstanding award acceptance speech you should prepared it ahead of time. Although some prepare to deliver it extemporaneously, but in order to save time you can prepare just the basic outline of what you want to say or a list of people you want to thank so as not to forget anyone. However, when you have been given prior knowledge about the award, it is much better to allot time to actually write it. Hence, here is a guide you can refer to when you write an award acceptance speech:

1. Brainstorm ideas

This part of your process will be the foundation or outline as you go along with the actual writing process. This will enable you to generate ideas on how you want your speech to go and what yu want to include in the speech. Aside from that, it will allow you to gather inspiration that you can apply in your own speech.

• Make a list of the reasons why you are thankful for receiving the award.
• Make a list of all the people you want to thank in your speech. Only name the most important ones, and thank the others in general.
• Read or watch other acceptance speeches in order to draw inspiration.

2. Write your speech

Since you already have enough ideas and basically an outline of how your speech should go, you can now proceed to the actual writing process. The writing process should be easy enough since the speech is supposed to be brief and more importantly because you already have a guide. A list of the entire writing process is listed below:

• Write a brief introduction that will set the tone of your entire speech. Make sure you try to express gratitude and connect with the audience right away. You can also start your speech with a funny quip, but try to avoid sarcasm or joking about the merits of the award itself. In addition, the length of your introduction will heavily depend on the time allotted to you to deliver the speech.
• Proceed to the body of your speech focusing on the people you want to express your gratitude to. This speech should be devoted to expressing your gratitude to the body who gave you the award, the people you enabled you to showcase your talents and all the people who have undoubtedly supported you. You can easily refer to the list of people you want to thank that you have made beforehand.
• Avoid thanking too many people. Although this is meant to express your gratitude, the audience will easily get bored if all you do is thank everyone one-by-one. It can also cause disappointments once you forget to mention someone.
• Take caution in making you speech a platform. Although this can be used to address certain controversies or social issues, be wary in doing so since saying the wrong things when you only mean well can still be interpreted badly.
• Conclude your speech on a positive note. Make sure you end your speech in a lighthearted and positive manner in order to maintain the atmosphere and also to make sure you have used up your opportunity in a good way.

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How to Deliver an Award Acceptance Speech

Aside from having a brilliant speech, you should also be to deliver you speech in a brilliant manner. You have to make sure that your delivery is perfect to that the audience can clearly understand you and so that your message can be heard audibly. Here are some tips on how you can deliver your award acceptance speech:

• Show your personality . The delivery of your speech should come from the heart. It is okay to sound a surprised and shocked for it is only human. With that, you should show your personality through the words you say and the actions or gestures you make.
• Be gracious . Being gracious means acknowledging the good work done by your competitors and thanking the organization that selected you for the award. You show how good-natured you are by avoiding the tendency of becoming narcissistic; talk about others more thank yourself.
• Show excitement . Showing your excitement does not mean you have to do cartwheels towards the stage, but you have to make sure that the audience can recognize that you are really happy to have won the award. You can show this through words or through gestures. Some are show visible signs of excitement like getting jitters, heavy breathing, getting teary-eyed, and so on.
• Be modest . It should not be self-congratulatory however heartfelt it may be. Show modesty through avoiding talking more about you than other relevant and important people in your life.
• Practice, practice, practice . Your should prepare, rehearse with a timer, memorize key people to thank and allow time for the unexpected.

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Tips in Writing and Delivering Award Acceptance Speech

Now that you have enough ideas and guide on how to write a brilliant award acceptance speech and how to effectively deliver it, your should also know some of the other important yet forgotten details about it. Hence, here is a list of useful tips you should know when writing and delivering an award acceptance speech:

• It is best to ask how much time you are allotted for the speech.
• Allot time to brainstorm what you want to include in your speech and which to talk about first.
• With the time constraint in mind, begin writing the introduction of your speech.
• Keep your speech short but sincere.
• Wholeheartedly acknowledge those who helped you along the way.
• Express honest appreciation.
• Include witty, humorous remarks to have an entertaining factor.
• Explain how this experience has changed your life for the better.
• End the speech with a bang.
• Aim to make the speech memorable.
• Avoid using notes.
• Give a nod to the organizers.
• Establish a personal connection.
• Be genuine.
• Stop apologizing for the past, for being speechless, for getting emotional, and so on.
• Mention and acknowledge the organization’s goals.
• Keep a lid on the jokes.One or two jokes is already enough.

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Concluding your award acceptance speech, remember to speak from the heart, expressing genuine gratitude. Utilize our guide and examples to eloquently acknowledge those who’ve supported you, making your speech as memorable as the achievement itself. Your words have the power to inspire and resonate, leaving a lasting impact on your audience. Embrace this opportunity to shine and share your journey with grace and appreciation.

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Thank You Speech for Award for Students and Children in English

August 18, 2020 by Prasanna

 Thank You Speech for Award:  In an award ceremony, if you receive an award or you are publicly honored, then you might have to deliver a thank you speech for the award. It is your chance to express your sincerity and gratefulness towards the people who helped you succeed in your journey.

You might want to make them feel nostalgic, with memories and maybe some funny stories and experiences. It will help the audience to smile. Use simple and easy words for your speech to catch your audience’s attention.

Students can also find more  English Speech Writing  about Welcome Speeches, Farewell Speeches, etc

Long And Short Thank You Speeches for Award for Kids And Students in English

We are here, providing a long Thank You Speech For Award of 500 words and a short Thank You Speech For Award of 150 words along with ten lines to help the readers understand the topic.

These speeches will be useful for the kids and students of schools and colleges who would like to show their thankfulness to their parents and teachers. This speech will also be helpful for other award winners, like employees in an office.

A Long Thank You Speech for Award is helpful to students of classes 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. A Short Thank You Speech for Award is helpful to students of classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Long Thank You Speech for Award 500 Words In English

Hello Everyone.

It is hard for me to put this feeling into words. I am thrilled to express my words into speech on such a momentous occasion of my life. It is an honor for me to receive this award for the employee of the year. I feel very grateful to my superiors to give recognition to my work.

First of all, I would like to express my recognition towards the immense hard work of the other employees as well, who were also the contenders. So, my fellow nominees, trust me, your work is no way inferior compared to mine. In my opinion, we all are today’s winners.

The amount of dedication and hard work you gave towards your work is truly commendable. It surely reflects your hard effort or skills towards your work.

Honestly, the path towards this award was not easy. I had to deal with a variety of complex projects and situations. I made my ideas into life, with a lot of efforts.

Various challenges and difficulties came across my path. The crucial deadlines and the on-spot solutions to the problems never led me to compromise the quality of my work, and I made sure my work delivery was always on time. So, as you all can understand, a period of intense pressure which I went through.

With my firm persistence, all the problems were easy for me to solve. I was able to overcome all the obstacles which came along my way. I was always sure that my hard work will surely one day give me all the fruitful results and will enhance my life. It is not just me, but I believe for everybody that if you work hard, you will get the results one day for sure. These projects also served benefits to the company workers and gave everybody the motivation to work hard.

I thank my team of employees. My efforts were never enough if my team never gave me the best teamwork. My ideas and these projects became a reality due to everybody’s dedication and hard work. Without their excellent performance, I would not be standing here receiving the award.

I want to dedicate this award to my team. The cooperation, the understanding, and the constant support gave us the fruitful results. Even though we had to work overtime, we never backed off.

I want to show my dedication to my family for this award. Without my parents, any achievement is impossible. My parents gave me extreme guidance and support with all the necessary resources for chasing my dreams. I am very much grateful to them.

My seniors were a great pillar behind my success. For my skill development, they played a significant part. Their training and knowledge in different stages of my life were hugely influential for my success.

This award will be an essential part of my life. It will motivate me for the rest of my future always.

Short Thank You Speech for Award 150 Words In English

Thank you, everyone, for this award.

I am very much pleased and humbled to receive this award for ‘Student of the year.’ I never thought one day, I will be honored with this award.

But without my supporting pillars of life, who always cheered and guided me without any obligations, I would have never received this award.

I would like to first thank Principal Madam for awarding me with such a huge honor. I want to thank my teachers, especially my class teacher, Mr. Jonathan, who believed in me and guided me with all sorts of problems, whether it be study-related or life-related. He always made sure that I give my best in class, exams, and my life.

Lastly, I am indebted to my most significant supports, my parents and my friends to always be there for me, for my good times and bad times. With all your support, I achieved my dream without any obstacle.

10 Lines On Thank You Speech for Award In English

• Thank-you speech is an integral part in case you receive an honor or an award in an award function.
• Start your speech with an expression of thankfulness and gratitude towards the people who supported you.
• Then talk about your thankfulness for the people who are honoring you.
• Tell everyone a memorable story about your life or work experience.
• If you mention the names of the people who helped you in your journey, it will be an excellent way of honoring them particularly.
• End your speech with a high note of thank you once more and repeating your sincerity as well.
• Before giving the speech practice on your own for a better flow in the stage.
• The speech should be short, simple yet bold about your message.
• Always remember your gratitude while you are delivering your speech.
• You can include inspirational lines and quotes for others to cheer them for working well in their life to progress in their future.

FAQ’s On Thank You Speech for Award

Question 1. Why showing gratitude is essential in a thank you speech?

Answer: When you receive an award, it is not just your efforts, but all the love and constant support you received from your loved one who also helped you. So, showing your gratitude towards those who helped in your journey to achievement is necessary.

Question 2. In an award ceremony at your school, to whom you should show your thankfulness in the speech?

Answer: When you receive an award from your school, you should first thank the people who thought you were worthy. Thanking your head of the institute, the teachers, and your parents to support you in your achievement journey, is the correct way to show thankfulness.

Question 3. How can you inspire everyone from your thank-you speech?

Answer: At the end of your speech, you should say inspiring words for everybody, which will influence others to follow their dreams until they receive an achievement for themselves.

Question 4. How long should be the thank you speech?

Answer: Thank you, speech should not be very long. It should be simple words yet engaging for the audience.

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Thank you Speech for Award – Speech after receiving Award

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Thank You Speech for Award: Award ceremonies are always special occasions. They are a time to celebrate success, to reflect on hard work and to show appreciation for the contributions of others. A thank you speech is the perfect opportunity to do just that. It is a chance to express your gratitude to the people who have helped you along the way and to the organization that is honoring you with the award.

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A vote of thanks speech is also a great way to build relationships. By expressing your appreciation, you are showing that you value the contributions of others. This can help to build trust and mutual respect.

So why not take the opportunity to say thank you? It will make the award that much more special and it will help you to build strong relationships with the people who have helped you along the way.

Our long and short thank you speech for award may help you delivering an effective and impactful speech to the audience. We present to you all types of thank you speeches for award to show your appreciation to your loved ones. The language of these award speeches is simple for you to take ideas and form your own speech. You can also use it as a sample and create your own thank you speech for an event or award for any grand opening, etc.

Thank you Speech after receiving Award

Thank you speech for award – 1.

Respected Board Members, Chief Executive Officer, Managers, Supervisors and My Dear Colleagues!

This is a very auspicious moment for me as we all have gathered to celebrate the success of the completion of our much awaited project. I am here to deliver my speech on this occasion; it’s a great honour for me to be given accolades and award for the execution of the most successful and highly important project of this year. I am truly obliged for this great honour and recognition given by the management and the Board.

Being honest, the journey towards the project accomplishment and subsequently towards this award was not easy; in fact it was very long. Right from the moment when the idea was conceived to the outline of the project which was initiated later on and until today, a lot of work has been done. Transforming the idea to the real output required a good deal of efforts and various challenges came in the way. I was not alone though, I had my colleagues who walked along with me and my managers and supervisors who provided unconditional support to me. Above all, I am thankful to the Board members, CEO and the management who showed so much of trust and faith in me, which was the constant energy boost for me.

Together, we overcame every problem and challenges which have now become the milestones for us. The project was also very close to my heart because it’s about innovating means and methods to save energy and water and ultimately support sustainability. I am very glad to announce that we did it!

Initially, I assumed, it was really difficult to accomplish the desired result within the time that we had stipulated to ourselves. But, I would say, it was all team work and the never-ending belief in our hard work and honest objective. I would like to utilise this platform to express my deep gratefulness to the members of the project who worked relentlessly on this project for one year. Needless to say, every participant of the project has contributed equally to the project.

Being the Project Manager, I am greatly honoured to say that the team had converted into a family; our project being our child. I still remember the brainstorming sessions and the candid and ferocious discussions, sometimes at odd hours which ultimately resulted into the fruitful decisions. I am sure all my colleagues and team members do remember the time spent in the office after the working hours as and when an inspiration came in. Despite all the odds, we were certain about one thing that we were going to achieve success. The most memorable part of this project was to convince the higher management to introduce changes in manufacturing processes and methods. Though it was challenging, but I am glad that the management understood the essence of the proposal and thus our project was born.

The entire journey was a learning experience for me and with the success of this project; I am more energised and charged up to take up new and challenging projects which would work in the benefit of my organisation and the environment.

Once again, thank you everyone!

Have a great day!

Thank You Speech for Award – 2

Good Afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen!

First of all, I would like to thank the Jury members for selecting our company as the ‘ Best Employer of the Year ’ and honouring us with this award. Well, this is a very proud moment for me as it took approximately 5 years to reach this platform. But let me tell you, I didn’t walk alone; I was accompanied by all the valuable staff members and the dedicated employees who have worked day-in and day-out to make the company one of the most recognisable brands in India. Here, I would especially like to thank the customers too, who believed in us and gave us continuous business which motivated us to work harder to give them the best services in our capacity.

Being awarded with the best employer award means a lot for me because it means our employees love our organization and they are happy with us. Every year, we internally conduct a bi-annual employee survey to determine what we are lacking at and what we are good at. The employees are only asked to fill the survey without mentioning their name or department. We maintain this fairness so that we can actually work upon the weaknesses. I especially thank all the employees who had been very honest with the survey in sharing their feelings with us, because it motivated us to do better for them and thus, we are here today receiving this award.

Since last 5 years, our company has not only worked upon enhancing the product and services we offer, but the management and HR have also worked upon making the work culture better for our internal employees too. Our company works upon 5 basic philosophies: Stability, Compensation, Respect, Health Benefits and Work-Life Balance for the employees.

I would like to take some moment today to especially thank the Human Resource Department and the Management who have worked with much dedication and formulated policies that not just work for the benefit of the customers, but also helps employees maintaining their work-life balance and thus meeting the company’s common objective.

The last 5 years have been a great journey for us and we have also seen our due share of ups and downs in the company. The first two years, we were busy with establishing ourselves and creating a brand name and image and the next 3 years we worked in maintaining the image that we established. The company has also seen the downturn for 1 continuous year, but the constant and unconditional support that I have got from the staff, management, and the employees was outstanding, which motivated me to come over the challenge.

I would also like to mention the name of the shareholders, who have always trusted and believed us and have continued to invest in our company.

Last but not the least of course, winning this honour wouldn’t have been possible without my family’s moral support and inspiration; they are truly my backbone.

I sincerely thank each one of you for your continuous support and also all the internal and external stakeholders who are directly or indirectly involved in the making and functioning of our company.

With this note, I’ll end my speech with the promise that there are more such awards to follow.

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Thank You Speech for Award – 3

Good evening everyone,

Thank you jury for this honor and giving this award in my hand, it makes feel great on being rewarded for the hard work that one does.

I am grateful to everyone who has always been a part of my journey, from my family to friends, from boss to my team and everyone. It is a pleasure to witness this beautiful moment in the presence of you all. On stage it is me who is taking over this award but on backend there are many people along with the great power of god who have enabled me to put in efforts and make me capable of getting this award. Each one of you has enabled me to bring the ideas into reality. My strength always increased on dealing with the challenges and overcoming them.

I cannot thank god enough for making my existence fruitful and ensuring that my focus drives through dedication throughout the deeds that I do for myself and the people related to me. This award is a symbol of the blessings that I have received during my journey till now. I am grateful of having held this award as a return towards my attempt towards my tasks with utmost purity and dedication.

Many challenges and problem appeared in the journey but with time and dedicated efforts each of them got solved and hence it is today that you all can see how blissful smile is accompanying me this evening. Each of my team members deserves this equivalent award for all the day to day tasks attempted by them. We always aim at working as a family and have a united focus on our dreams which enables us to work and cope with higher expectations. Our collective team efforts have resulted in such incredible results, and it is a great achievement of each individual team member.

I am glad to clear all the scrutiny levels and have the privilege of selected amongst all for this award. I cannot thank my parents enough for the education privilege that they have given me; without this it would have never been possible to reach such heights and stand in front of such skilled and well qualified people. This award is surely a reward for the past tasks successfully done by me and my team. But on the other hand, this reward will be a big time motivation for the projects coming our way. This will be the encouragement and rise in our enthusiasm for doing the best and reaching more great heights that make us eligible for receiving award every time at this huge platform of recognition.

My sincere gratitude to all for the tremendous ongoing encouragements that have throughout enabled me to put in the efforts and all time dedication for attainment of wonderful things. Collated team achievements much more mesmerizing than the partial achievements achieved through alone efforts. Thank you team for every time that you have held my hand to take everything together from all ends and make our deeds capable of reaching this huge stage.

Thank You everyone!

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Thank You Speech for Award – 4

A very good evening to the audience and most special jury members,

I cannot thank you people enough for choosing me for this award. Standing here on this stage is an inexpressible event in itself. I am glad that you people acknowledged our efforts and chose us amongst all others for this award. Since past 3 years I have been attending this award ceremony and each year my dream of coming on this stage having hold this award in my hand grew badly.

And today by the grace of God it is the day that I, with due diligence and gratitude hold this award firmly on behalf of each of my team member. This moment is incredible. This award is the dream come true and obviously a motivating spirit for all my future activities. By getting such physical rewards one move with more dedication and focused intentions to get the dreams into reality and prosperity in all the endeavors.

This award is a token to my team for all the efforts they put in and all the motivation and trust that they show towards me. Without them things wouldn’t have turned out so well and best that the jury after this intense scrutiny would have picked us for the award. Thank you to each and every team mate of mine for their graceful presence during the entire tenure for mine and their success. By having this award in our cabin, we all would be more self motivated for doing our best. This is a token of our past efforts and also a push factor for our future endeavors.

Thank you everyone for having the trust on assigning such things to us. God has always been the one that enables me to progress, and what I feel is that the entire surrounding of mine from my parents to friends to colleagues to teammates, everybody is blessed through God. I can witness this by seeing each of their effort being converted into an excellent thing. This award is a symbol of our accomplishments. Thank you all!!

By acknowledging and receiving this award I ensure you people that my future deeds would only get well skilled and just better. I will ensure that this award is just the beginning and soon with time much more awards are on my way. This courage and confidence has only come in by the trust that you people have in me. Thank you for this motivation and faith.

Working together and seeing such wonderful outcomes is exceptionally wonderful and makes one feel content. Thank you god for blessing me with such great people that allow me to bring the best in me and encourage me to further reset my limits to extreme. Thank you! Each one of you has made this evening way too special and memorable for me.

A huge thanks to everyone presents here and once again the most sincere thanks to our jury members. Thank you.

Thank you Speech for Parents to show your gratitude

FAQs on Thank You Speech on Award

How do you say thank you for an award speech.

When expressing gratitude for an award, start by acknowledging the honor, share your appreciation for those who made it possible, express humility, and convey your excitement and honor to receive the award.

What do you say in an award speech?

In an award speech, begin by thanking the organizers and those who supported you. Share your feelings of gratitude, discuss the significance of the award, acknowledge your team if applicable, and end with a heartfelt thank you.

What do you say after winning an award?

After winning an award, express your surprise and gratitude. Thank the awarding body, your supporters, and any relevant individuals or groups. Share your enthusiasm for the recognition and its importance to you.

How do you start a thank you speech?

Start a thank you speech by acknowledging the occasion, expressing gratitude, and briefly mentioning the significance of the moment. Then, thank the people or organizations involved and express your appreciation.

How do you write a short award speech?

To write a short award speech, keep it concise and focused. Start with a brief introduction, thank those involved, acknowledge the award's importance, and express your gratitude. Keep it under a few minutes to maintain impact.

How do you end a thank you speech example?

To conclude a thank you speech, reiterate your gratitude, express hope for future collaborations or achievements, and leave the audience with a positive and memorable closing statement. For example: 'Thank you all once again for this incredible honor. Let's continue to work together and make a difference in the world.'

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• Thank You Speech For Award in English For Students

Speech for Students

Thank you speech for award.

This is a Thanks For Award Speech usually presented as a Thank You Speech For Award Ceremony after receiving an award for one's service and contribution. In the Thank You Speech For Receiving An Award, the awardee gives a speech and thanks the people who helped him to be productive. The Thanks Speech For Award is a good way to reflect on one's journey and be grateful for the same. The awardee also speaks of what led to the start of their journey.

Thanks Speech After Getting Award can be presented in the form of Award Appreciation Speech in varying ways. It can be a Long Thank You Speech After Receiving Best Teacher Award or a Short Thank You Speech After Receiving Award.

Types of Speeches

There is a fair chance for an individual to play their much required and most trusted role and attain success from the very beginning. So, when the students actually start attaining some of these goals, it goes without saying that they must show their gratitude in front of the people they are awarded. 

They may go for any long or short type of speech. Both of these could be satisfactory for the type of award they are given. They might go for a one-liner or a 3-5 minute speech that can acknowledge the people in their life. 

Long and Short Thank You Speech for Receiving an Award

Long thank you speech for award.

In this Thank You For This Award Speech, the awardee can speak in detail about their service in the form of Thank You Speech For Long Speech Award Received.

Good morning/ evening to everyone present here. Thank you for bestowing me with such an honour and this special award. I feel overwhelmed and emotional and I am at a loss for words, this is a very special moment in my life. It already felt like a win when I found out that I am even being considered for this honorary award.

First of all, let me start by saying I am so grateful to be standing here in front of you with this award. Thank you to the senior authorities of this prestigious institution to recognize my work in all these years. All the contenders for this award, I look up to all of you. You have set the benchmark of excellence for me, and to be on the same list as you were already a great achievement for me.Teaching is always considered to be a selfless profession and many don't even acknowledge our efforts so the fact that our institution hosts an award ceremony for teachers is really commendable. We all are aware that teaching is a tough profession but when the administration, teachers, and parents award us with such a special honour it really solidifies our belief and boosts our morale to continue to do good work.

I am fortunate to start my journey as a teacher and offer my services to this institution. This institution and the incredible teachers who work here have taught me everything I know today. I have learned so much by just observing your work ethics, dedication, and commitment to your profession. I would like to give a special mention to all my colleagues. Your sincerity has inspired me to step up my game and to better. Being a teacher is no child's play, and it has been a long road to reach this point.

There were a lot of deadlines to be met, innovative and creative ideas brainstorming for keeping the children interested. The fun part of it all was the challenge which seemed difficult but always taught me new ways to deal with a problem or a new environment. It feels really great when we see our efforts give great tangible results. And it was a matter of time and constant work and perseverance to get here.

And last but not least I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the parents who have been so understanding and cooperative during the academic year and actually making changes in the schedule whenever there was an extracurricular event. Your tremendous support for all our staff has made this journey far more enjoyable and fulfilling, I dedicate this award to all of you.

Short Thank You Speech For Award

This form of Thank You Speech For Receiving An Award is a short and simple one and encapsulates the feelings in a concise manner.Good morning/ evening to everyone present. I am at a loss of words seeing such a huge crowd of my colleagues and parents of our students who turned up to show support. This award for any teacher is truly special and extraordinary. I would like to thank my superiors who thought I was deserving of this beautiful trophy.

The teachers I was contending with are in no way less deserving, in fact, it was because of your hard work and commitment that I was motivated to do better. So I would request everyone to give a huge round of applause to all the teachers who always strive to shift the goal post each year and reach new heights.

Being a teacher is not easy, it is an unpredictable one and each day is new with the students. And must always be on the lookout for finding new ways to solve problems as each day presents itself with a new set of challenges. My seniors and my colleagues have helped me navigate the uncharted waters with so much patience and grace. I am so grateful to everyone who believed in me and helped me in my journey.

The most important ones being the parents, who have always supported me and all the teaching staff and considered our feedback valuable enough. Thank you for accepting our services and letting us play a small part in your children's education and career, I would like to dedicate this award to all of you.

10 Line Thank You Speech For Award

This can be presented as a Thank You Speech For Award Ceremony when one has to speak in less time and can keep the Thank You Speech For Receiving An Award shortly.

I am grateful for receiving this award for best teacher.

Thank you to the administration, teachers, and parents for considering me worthy of this award.

Thank you to my colleagues who were also contenders for this award, seeing my name on the same list as you are an achievement in itself.

Standing here  am reminiscent of what a long journey it has been.

Teaching is a tough job as we helm the responsibility of shaping the next generation's minds.

Every day is a new challenge and a task to deal with and come up with innovative solutions.

The creativity in our profession is important to keep intact for keeping the kids interested in learning.

Thank you to all the teachers to support me in this journey.

A huge thank you to the parents for your constant belief in us.

This award solidifies my beliefs and inspires me to work even harder.

Thank You speeches are not just to show gratitude for the award one gets. These are made in order to show gratitude to anyone and everyone who has brought you to that stage. Now, it may not seem like a big deal to many. Still, there is a huge demographic that believes in showing the much-needed honor to the many people who have brought a student closer to their journey. 

In a student’s life, there are many opportunities where they may achieve one or the other thing. And when it comes to students being awarded for their achievements, there are many who are asked to make a speech. 

This brings us to the types of speech that one must make. 

FAQs on Thank You Speech For Award in English For Students

1. Who should the students thank in their Thank You Speech?

There are many people and much ground to cover when it comes to students thanking people in their speech after they get an award. However, one must not forget to mention a few key people that made it possible for them to achieve what they have. One may have to write all of the names down. They must acknowledge their friends, teachers, parents, tutors, coaches, and anyone else who supported them in their journey to find success and have the moment of being awarded in front of many.   

2. What type of gratitude must a student display in their Thank you speech?

It may or may not be a difficult thing to show gratitude in one’s speech. A student can always write something down for their reference at the time of their speech. The main contents really must be about the hard work that they did and all the people who helped them. They must also be able to count their blessings and elaborate much on their path that brought them to this position where they can make everybody around them proud.

3. How long should a Thank you speech be?

There is not really a fixed time duration for a Thank You speech. It mostly depends on how many awardees there are. The duration also depends on the type of award a student is getting. In case, one is getting a prestigious award, it is very reasonable that they get to give a speech that is longer, maybe 3 minutes or more. Though there might be instances where the student could only be allowed 1 or 2 sentences to say thank you.

4. How can a student thank their teachers for an award in their Thank You speech?

There are many ways in which a student can thank their teachers in their Thank You speech when they get an award. They can mention how their teachers helped them and even specify a few names. They can mention a few instances of how their teacher’s support, teachings, positive attitude, etc. have made them do better. They may also dedicate their award to them if they feel like their teachers’ role has been that exponential.

5. Is it good to acknowledge the contenders in their Thank You speech for an award?

It has been established that one must acknowledge some of the most important people in their speech. However, it should also be noted that a student must acknowledge their contenders as well. They must mention the hard work done by all the nominees and ensure that their speech is sincere in thor regard. It is also a good idea to acknowledge their hard work, commitment, and dedication that has brought them to showcase their skills for so long and continue to do so for longer. 

Module 11: Speaking to Entertain and for Special Occasions

Award and acceptance speeches, learning objectives.

Define the characteristics of award speech.

Identify characteristics of an acceptance speech.

Presenting an Award

In an award speech, a speaker or emcee introduces an award and the winner. The introduction is meant to build excitement, and often the winner is not known until just before the award is to be presented.

Introduce yourself and thank the group or organization asking you to speak. Then name the award and explain briefly about the award you are presenting. Be sure to include the scope of the award, be it local, regional, national, or international.

Next explain what the winner accomplished to win this award. Did they write a paper or did they lead for a cause? Did they grow the largest pumpkin, finish first in a marathon, or bring community groups together to fight for justice? Your job is to present the facts and summarize the story behind their story.

Lastly, if there are other people in attendance who were competing with the winner, make sure to acknowledge them in the time you were allotted. Be sure to finish with the actual award presentation to the person or team, raising your voice and starting the applause after inviting them to receive their award.

Accepting an Award

An acceptance speech often follows an award speech and is given by the winner of the award.

An acceptance speech, like any other speech, should be prepared in advance. Thanking the givers of your award is your first order of business. State how much and why you are grateful for this honor, and if possible, name the people in the organization individually.

Then thank and give credit to those who helped you achieve the award including family, friends, mentors, and others who supported you in this endeavor. Include their names, their roles, and how their combined efforts made it possible for you to receive this honor. If you can’t name all the individuals, name the groups as time will allow.

Briefly share what the honor of the award means to you, and be generous with your praise and your gratitude toward your colleagues and the organizations involved. Smile and carefully look for directions on leaving the stage.

To Watch: Berta Cáceres, Goldman Prize acceptance speech

Environmental and indigenous-rights activist Berta Cáceres, co-founder of the Council of Popular and Indigenous Organizations of Honduras (COPINH), won the Goldman Prize for grassroots environmental activism is 2015 after organizing the Lenca people of Honduras to force the world’s largest dam builder to pull out of the Agua Zarca Dam project on the Río Gualcarque. Tragically, Cáceres was assassinated the following year.

You can view the transcript for “Berta Caceres acceptance speech, 2015 Goldman Prize ceremony” here (opens in new window) .

What to watch for:

In the case of winning an award for a social cause (in this case, environmental activism), it is common to focus on the severity of the problem at hand—that is, to shift the focus from yourself to the problem you are fighting against. Note how Cáceres begins by framing the cause within the belief system and worldview of the Lenca people. She then explains the mission of the organization she helped to found. Next she turns to her call to action: “¡Despertemos¡ ¡Despertemos Humanidad¡ Ya no hay tiempo.” (Let us wake up! Let us wake up, humanity! We’re out of time.) The ending of her speech reminds us that gratitude and humility are the most important elements of an acceptance speech. If thanks aren’t in line with the gravity of the topic, a dedication can serve a similar purpose: “Dedico este premio a todas las rebeldías, a mi madre, al Pueblo Lenca, a Río Blanco y a las y los mártires por la defensa de los bienes naturales.” (I dedicate this award to all the rebels, to my mother, to the Lenca People, to the Río Blanco, and to all the martyrs who gave their lives in the struggle to defend our natural resources.)

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150 Best Thank You Messages for Receiving An Award to Express Gratitude

Discover 150 heartfelt thank you messages for receiving an award. Express gratitude eloquently with these curated messages, perfect for speeches or notes.

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Receiving an award is not just a recognition of one's accomplishments, but also a testament to the support, guidance, and collaboration of many individuals and entities. It's a moment of profound significance, marking the culmination of hard work, dedication, and passion. 

In such moments, expressing gratitude becomes not just a courtesy but a heartfelt necessity. To help you convey your appreciation eloquently and sincerely, we've curated a collection of the 150 best thank you messages for receiving an award.

Whether crafting a speech, writing a note, or simply seeking the right words, let these messages serve as your beacon of gratitude, shining light on the invaluable contributions of those who've made your achievement possible.

Let us begin exploring the 150 best thank you messages for receiving an award.

20 Thank you message for receiving an award 

Here are 20 thank you message for receiving an award:

• I am deeply grateful for this incredible honor. Thank you for recognizing my efforts and presenting me with this prestigious award.
• Receiving this award is truly humbling, and I am immensely thankful for the recognition. Your support means the world to me.
• I am overwhelmed with gratitude for being chosen as the recipient of this award. Thank you for acknowledging my hard work and dedication.
• Words cannot express how grateful I am for this award. Your belief in me and my work is a tremendous source of motivation.
• I am honored to receive this award and would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone involved. Your encouragement has been instrumental in my success.
• I feel privileged to be the recipient of this award. Thank you for recognizing my contributions and for inspiring me to continue striving for excellence.
• Receiving this award is a testament to the amazing support system I have. Thank you to everyone who has believed in me and helped me along this journey.
• I am genuinely touched by this award. It serves as a reminder of the incredible opportunities I have been given, and I am grateful for each and every one of them.
• This award is a tremendous honor, and I am deeply appreciative of the recognition. Thank you for considering me worthy of such a prestigious accolade.
• I cannot express how much this award means to me. Your belief in my abilities has given me the confidence to reach for even greater heights. Thank you for this remarkable honor.
• I am truly overwhelmed by this incredible recognition. Thank you for bestowing upon me this prestigious award, which will forever hold a special place in my heart.
• I am deeply grateful for this honor. Your belief in my abilities and the acknowledgment of my work motivates me to continue pushing the boundaries of excellence.
• This award is a testament to the unwavering support and guidance I have received throughout my journey. I extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has played a role in my success.
• Receiving this award is a tremendous milestone in my career, and I am indebted to those who have helped shape my path. Your encouragement and belief have been invaluable.
• I am profoundly thankful for this recognition. It serves as a reminder of the countless hours of hard work and sacrifices that have led me to this moment.
• This award is not only a recognition of my accomplishments but also a reflection of the incredible mentors and teammates who have stood by me. Thank you for being a part of my journey.
• I am honored and privileged to be the recipient of this award. Your recognition reinforces my commitment to making a positive impact in my field.
• This award is a symbol of the collective effort put forth by my team and the unwavering support from my loved ones. Thank you for celebrating this achievement with me.
• Receiving this award is a humbling experience, and I am grateful for the opportunities it brings. Your belief in me has inspired me to pursue even greater heights.
• I am deeply touched by this recognition and the meaningful connections I have made along the way. Thank you for this award and for being a part of my professional journey.

20 Thank you message for award received

• I am deeply honored and grateful to receive this award. Thank you for recognizing my efforts.
• Words cannot express how thankful I am to receive this award. It means the world to me.
• I am truly humbled by this recognition. Thank you for acknowledging my hard work and dedication.
• Receiving this award is a testament to the incredible support and opportunities I have been given. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
• I am overwhelmed with gratitude for this award. Your recognition motivates me to continue striving for excellence.
• I feel incredibly privileged to be honored with this award. Thank you for believing in me and my abilities.
• This award serves as a reminder of the amazing people I have had the privilege to work with. Thank you for this incredible honor.
• I am filled with gratitude for this recognition. It inspires me to reach even greater heights in my endeavors.
• Thank you for this prestigious award. It serves as a constant reminder of the importance of hard work and dedication.
• Receiving this award is truly a highlight of my career. I cannot express how grateful I am for this incredible honor.
• I am genuinely touched and honored to receive this award. Your recognition has given me a renewed sense of purpose and motivation.
• Thank you for bestowing upon me this prestigious award. It is a tremendous validation of my efforts and a source of great pride.
• I am deeply appreciative of this award, and I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the entire committee for their belief in my abilities.
• Receiving this award is a moment I will cherish forever. Thank you for acknowledging the hard work and passion that went into my endeavors.
• I am truly grateful for this recognition. It serves as a powerful reminder that dedication and perseverance can lead to remarkable achievements.
• Thank you for this incredible honor. It motivates me to continue pushing the boundaries and striving for excellence in all that I do.
• I am humbled and grateful to be chosen for this award among such talented individuals. Your recognition has inspired me to aim even higher.
• Receiving this award is a testament to the unwavering support I have received from my loved ones. Thank you for celebrating my journey with me.
• I am overwhelmed with gratitude for this award. It is a testament to the collaborative efforts of everyone who has supported me along the way.
• Thank you for this extraordinary recognition. It reinforces my commitment to making a positive impact and reminds me of the importance of my work.

20 Short thank you message for receiving an award

Here are 2o short thank you message for receiving an award:

• I am incredibly grateful and honored to receive this award. Thank you for recognizing my hard work and dedication.
• Receiving this award is a true testament to the support and encouragement I have received. Thank you for believing in me.
• I am humbled and deeply appreciative to be chosen for this prestigious award. Thank you for acknowledging my contributions.
• Words cannot express how grateful I am for this award. Your recognition means the world to me.
• I feel blessed and privileged to receive this award. Thank you for your generosity and recognition.
• Thank you for honoring me with this award. It is a reminder that hard work and perseverance pay off.
• This award serves as a motivation to continue striving for excellence. Thank you for your encouragement and recognition.
• I am truly touched and grateful to be the recipient of this award. Your support has been invaluable.
• Receiving this award is a reminder of the amazing people in my life who have supported me along the way. Thank you for being a part of my journey.
• I am honored and appreciative to be recognized with this award. Thank you for inspiring me to always give my best.
• I am overwhelmed with gratitude for this incredible honor. Thank you for recognizing my passion and dedication.
• Receiving this award is a reminder of the incredible opportunities that have come my way. Thank you for believing in me.
• I am deeply touched and grateful to receive this award. Your recognition motivates me to strive for even greater achievements.
• Thank you for bestowing this prestigious award upon me. It is a testament to the amazing support I have received throughout my journey.
• I feel immensely blessed and thankful to be acknowledged with this award. Your belief in my abilities is truly humbling.
• This award is a symbol of the countless hours of hard work and perseverance. Thank you for honoring my efforts.
• I am truly honored to receive this award among such talented individuals. Your recognition fuels my desire to continue excelling.
• Words cannot express how grateful I am to be chosen for this award. Thank you for celebrating my achievements.
• Receiving this award has filled me with a sense of pride and gratitude. Thank you for seeing the potential in me.
• I am sincerely appreciative of this award and the opportunities it will bring. Thank you for inspiring me to reach new heights.

20 Thank you message to boss for giving award

Here are 20 Thank you message to boss for giving award: 

• I am incredibly grateful and honored to have received this award. Your recognition means the world to me, and I want to express my deepest appreciation for your support and belief in my abilities. Thank you for this incredible opportunity.
• Thank you for presenting me with this prestigious award. Your confidence in my work and dedication has motivated me to push my limits and achieve beyond my expectations. I am truly grateful for your guidance and encouragement.
• I am humbled and grateful to be the recipient of this award. Your unwavering belief in my capabilities has been a constant source of inspiration for me. Thank you for recognizing my efforts and for being an exceptional leader.
• I am immensely thankful for the recognition bestowed upon me through this award. Your support and guidance have been instrumental in my success, and I appreciate your faith in me.
• Receiving this award is a testament to your excellent leadership and mentorship. Thank you for providing me with an environment that fosters growth and excellence.
• I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for this incredible award. Your belief in my abilities has given me the confidence to overcome challenges and strive for excellence. I am thankful for your unwavering support and guidance throughout my journey.
• I am deeply grateful to receive this award and to be recognized for my work. Thank you for creating an environment that encourages personal and professional growth.
• Thank you for bestowing upon me this prestigious award. I am honored and grateful for your continuous support and encouragement.
• Receiving this award has been a tremendous honor for me. I am grateful to work under your leadership. Thank you for recognizing my hard work and dedication.
• I am extremely grateful for this recognition and the award I have received. Your belief in my abilities has motivated me to strive for excellence every day.
• I am filled with gratitude for the honor you have bestowed upon me with this award.Thank you for your unwavering support and for creating an environment that inspires us to excel.
• Thank you for this prestigious award, which symbolizes your appreciation for my dedication and commitment. I am motivated to continue exceeding expectations under your guidance.
• Words cannot express the depth of my gratitude for this award. It is a reflection of the trust and confidence you have in me, and I am genuinely honored.
• Receiving this award is an incredible privilege, and I want to extend my sincere thanks to you. I am grateful to have a boss like you who recognizes and appreciates hard work.
• I am profoundly grateful for this award, which is a testament to your exceptional leadership and management. Thank you for being an extraordinary boss.
• I feel incredibly honored to receive this award from you. Your recognition means more to me than words can express. I am truly grateful for the opportunities you have provided me.
• Thank you for presenting me with this prestigious award. I am grateful for your leadership, which has inspired me to strive for excellence and achieve success.
• I am deeply appreciative of this award and the recognition it represents. I am honored to have you as my boss. Thank you for believing in me and for fostering an environment that values and rewards hard work.
• I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for this award. I am thankful for the trust you have placed in me and for pushing me to reach new heights.
• I am truly humbled and grateful for this award. Your guidance and support have played a pivotal role in my success, and I am thankful to have you as my boss.

20 Thank you message for best employee award 

Here are 20 thank you message for best employee award:

• Dear [Employee's Name], I cannot thank you enough for your exceptional contributions to our organization. Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence have truly set you apart as our best employee. Congratulations on receiving this well-deserved recognition.
• To our incredible employee and recipient of the Best Employee Award, your remarkable achievements have been an inspiration to us all. Thank you for being an invaluable asset to our organization.
• Thank you for consistently going above and beyond in your role and surpassing all expectations. We are grateful for your dedication and the positive influence you bring to our workplace. Congratulations and thank you for being an outstanding team member.
• It is with great pleasure that we congratulate you on being named the Best Employee. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. We are fortunate to have you as part of our organization.
• On behalf of the entire company, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your extraordinary performance and exceptional achievements. Thank you for your valuable contributions and for setting the bar high for everyone. Congratulations!
• Thank you for consistently demonstrating exceptional skills, remarkable work ethic, and unwavering dedication. We are truly grateful for your contributions and the positive impact you make every day. Congratulations and thank you for being an integral part of our success.
• Congratulations on receiving the Best Employee Award. We appreciate your hard work, passion, and the positive energy you bring to our workplace. Thank you for being an exceptional employee.
• Thank you for your unwavering dedication, exceptional skills, and remarkable achievements. Your contributions have made a significant difference, and we are grateful to have you as part of our team. Congratulations and thank you for your outstanding work!
• Dear [Employee's Name], your work ethic, professionalism, and positive attitude have been nothing short of exceptional. Thank you for your unwavering commitment, passion, and the valuable impact you make every day. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
• Thank you for being an exceptional employee and for consistently going above and beyond. We appreciate your hard work, leadership, and the positive example you set for others. Congratulations on receiving this prestigious award, and thank you for all that you do!
• Your outstanding performance and remarkable achievements have made you a true role model for our entire team. Congratulations on being named our best employee, and thank you for raising the bar higher!
• Your contributions have not only elevated our organization but have also inspired and motivated your colleagues. Thank you for being an extraordinary asset to our team.
• Congratulations on receiving the Best Employee Award! Thank you for your hard work and dedication. We truly appreciate you!
• Your tireless pursuit of excellence, unwavering commitment to our goals, and exceptional performance have set you apart as our best employee. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
• We extend our deepest gratitude for your exceptional work as our best employee. Your dedication, determination, and the consistent quality of your work are truly remarkable. Thank you for your valuable contributions and for setting such a high standard of excellence.
• Thank you for your exceptional work and outstanding contributions to our organization. We are grateful to have you as part of our team and congratulate you on this well-deserved honor.
• Your exceptional performance, relentless pursuit of perfection, and unwavering commitment to our company's mission have been instrumental in our success. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
• Your remarkable accomplishments, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our team and the company have not gone unnoticed. Congratulations on being recognized as our best employee!
• We are incredibly fortunate to have an employee like you, whose exceptional talent, dedication, and passion inspire others. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to excellence and for setting an outstanding example for your colleagues. Congratulations on receiving the Best Employee Award!
• Thank you for your extraordinary contributions, outstanding leadership, and the positive impact you have made on our team. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for being an invaluable asset to our organization.

20 Thank you message for winning an award

Here are 20 thank you message for winning an award: 

• I am incredibly grateful and humbled by this award. Thank you for recognizing my hard work and dedication.
• Words cannot express how thankful I am for receiving this award. It means the world to me.
• I am honored to be chosen for this prestigious award. Thank you for acknowledging my achievements.
• Receiving this award is a testament to the support and encouragement I have received. Thank you for believing in me.
• I am deeply grateful for this recognition. It motivates me to continue striving for excellence.
• Thank you for bestowing this award upon me. It serves as a reminder of the impact my work has made.
• This award is a true honor, and I am sincerely appreciative of the recognition. Thank you for this incredible opportunity.
• I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for this award. It validates the effort I put into my work.
• Thank you for honoring me with this award. It inspires me to continue pushing boundaries and reaching new heights.
• I am overwhelmed with gratitude for receiving this award. Thank you for recognizing my contributions and achievements.
• I am overjoyed and extremely thankful for this prestigious award. It motivates me to keep pursuing excellence.
• I cannot express how deeply grateful I am for this incredible recognition. Thank you for believing in me and my abilities.
• Winning this award has been a dream come true. Thank you for honoring my hard work and dedication.
• This award serves as a reminder of the incredible support I have received throughout my journey. Thank you for being a part of it.
• I am truly blessed and appreciative to receive this award. It encourages me to continue pushing the boundaries of my craft.
• I am filled with gratitude for this honor. Thank you for recognizing my passion and commitment in my field.
• Receiving this award has been a humbling experience. I am sincerely thankful for the opportunity to make a difference.
• Thank you for bestowing this award upon me. It inspires me to continue striving for greatness and making an impact.
• I am deeply touched by this recognition. Your belief in my abilities means the world to me. Thank you.
• I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation for this award. It fuels my determination to excel and make a positive difference in my field.

15 Thank you message for award received at work 

Here are 15 thank you message for award received at work:

• I am incredibly grateful for the honor of receiving this award. It is truly humbling and I want to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone involved.
• I want to extend my deepest gratitude for recognizing my hard work and dedication with this award. It means a great deal to me, and I am truly honored.
• Thank you from the bottom of my heart for presenting me with this prestigious award. I am sincerely grateful for the recognition and the opportunities it brings.
• I am overwhelmed with gratitude for being chosen for this award. Your belief in my abilities and contributions is a tremendous motivation, and I am truly thankful.
• Receiving this award is a testament to the incredible support and guidance I have received from my colleagues and mentors. I want to express my sincere thanks for believing in me and helping me grow.
• I am deeply honored and thankful for this recognition. It serves as a reminder of the incredible team I have the privilege to work with and the inspiring environment that allows me to thrive.
• Words cannot fully convey my appreciation for this award. I am truly touched by the recognition and would like to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported me along the way.
• I am truly grateful for this award, which serves as a testament to the collaborative spirit and dedication of our entire team. Thank you for recognizing our collective efforts.
• Receiving this award is a milestone in my career, and I want to express my sincere gratitude to all those who have mentored and guided me. Your support has been invaluable.
• I am deeply honored to receive this award and want to extend my thanks to my colleagues and superiors for their unwavering belief in my abilities. This recognition means the world to me.
• Being chosen for this award has filled me with a sense of pride and accomplishment. I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given and for the faith placed in me by my organization.
• Receiving this award has been a truly humbling experience. I am grateful for the trust and confidence placed in me, and I promise to continue working hard to exceed expectations.
• I am incredibly thankful for this award, as it highlights the importance of teamwork and collaboration. I want to express my appreciation to all those who have contributed to my success.
• This award is a reflection of the support and encouragement I have received throughout my journey. I am grateful for the belief others have shown in me and for the opportunities that have come my way.
• Receiving this award is a reminder of the immense growth and personal development I have experienced in my role. I want to extend my gratitude to everyone who has invested in my professional journey.

15 Thank you message for appreciation award

Here are 15 thank you message for appreciation award:

• Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this incredible appreciation award. It means the world to me and serves as a reminder of the value of hard work and dedication.
• I am deeply grateful for receiving this recognition. Your appreciation award inspires me to continue striving for excellence and making a positive impact in everything I do.
• I am truly honored and humbled to be the recipient of this appreciation award. Your recognition motivates me to push my boundaries and reach even greater heights.
• I want to express my sincere appreciation for this incredible award. Your recognition fuels my passion and encourages me to keep pursuing my goals with determination and enthusiasm.
• Thank you for this remarkable appreciation award. It serves as a testament to the support and encouragement I have received along my journey. I am grateful beyond words.
• Receiving this appreciation award is a tremendous honor, and I am incredibly thankful for the recognition. Your belief in my abilities motivates me to continue making a positive impact.
• Words cannot adequately express my gratitude for this appreciation award. I am truly touched by the recognition and will cherish this honor as a reminder of the incredible support I have received.
• This appreciation award is a wonderful reminder of the incredible journey I have embarked on. I am grateful to those who have guided and supported me along the way. Thank you for recognizing my efforts.
• I am honored to receive this appreciation award, and I would like to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to my success. Your unwavering belief in me has been an invaluable source of motivation.
• Thank you for bestowing this prestigious appreciation award upon me. It serves as a testament to the dedication and passion I bring to my work. I am truly grateful for the recognition and will continue to strive for excellence.
• I am overwhelmed with gratitude for this prestigious appreciation award. Your recognition not only boosts my confidence but also strengthens my commitment to excellence.
• Thank you for this remarkable appreciation award. It serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts and support of those around me. I am truly fortunate to be surrounded by such incredible individuals.
• Receiving this appreciation award is a profound honor, and I am deeply thankful for the opportunity to make a difference. Your recognition inspires me to continue pushing boundaries and creating positive change.
• I extend my heartfelt thanks for this exceptional appreciation award. Your belief in my abilities encourages me to keep challenging myself and striving for greatness.
• I am genuinely grateful for this recognition and the appreciation it represents. Your support has been instrumental in my personal and professional growth, and I am privileged to have such amazing people in my life.

Tips to write the best thank you message for receiving an award

Writing a thoughtful and sincere thank-you message for receiving an award is a great way to show your appreciation and gratitude. Here are some tips to help you craft the best thank-you message:

• Begin with a warm greeting
• Express genuine gratitude
• Highlight the significance
• Acknowledge those who contributed
• Share a personal anecdote
• Express admiration and respect
• Discuss future plans and commitments
• End with a gracious closing

1. Begin with a warm greeting

Start your message by addressing the person or organization who awarded you. For example, "Dear [Name/Organization]."

2. Express genuine gratitude

Start by expressing your sincere appreciation for the recognition and the award you received. You can use phrases like:

   - "I am truly honored and humbled to receive this prestigious award."

3. Highlight the significance

Acknowledge the significance of the award and its impact on your life or career. Share how it motivates and inspires you to continue your work. For instance:

   - "This award holds great meaning for me, as it validates the hard work and dedication I have put into my craft."

4. Acknowledge those who contributed

Thank the individuals or organizations who have supported and mentored you along the way. This could include colleagues, mentors, family, or friends. Show appreciation for their guidance and encouragement.

5. Share a personal anecdote

If relevant, you can share a brief personal story or experience that relates to the award or the journey leading up to it. This adds a personal touch and makes your message more engaging.

6. Express admiration and respect

Show gratitude to the selection committee, judges, or panel members who chose you for the award. Express your admiration for their expertise and the difficult decisions they had to make.

7. Discuss future plans and commitments

Share your enthusiasm for the future and how you plan to use the award as a stepping stone for further growth and achievements. This demonstrates your dedication to continuous improvement.

8. End with a gracious closing

Conclude your message with a heartfelt closing line.

1. How do you respond to an award letter?

When responding to an award letter, it's important to express your gratitude and appreciation for the recognition you have received. Here are some tips:

• Start with a polite and formal salutation
• Express your gratitude
• Mention the significance of the award
• Acknowledge the selection committee
• Share the impact of the award
• Express commitment
• Conclude with gratitude

1. Start with a polite and formal salutation

Begin your response by addressing the sender of the award letter in a professional manner. Use phrases like "Dear [Name/Organization]," or "To whom it may concern," depending on the situation.

2. Express your gratitude

Begin your letter by expressing your sincere appreciation for the award. State how honored and grateful you are to have been chosen or recognized for the particular award.

3. Mention the significance of the award

Discuss the importance of the award and how it aligns with your goals or achievements. Emphasize the impact it has on your career, studies, or personal development.

4. Acknowledge the selection committee

Recognize the efforts of the selection committee or the individuals involved in the decision-making process. Express your admiration for their work in recognizing talent and contributions.

5. Share the impact of the award

Briefly explain how the award will positively impact your future endeavors. Whether it provides financial assistance, opens up new opportunities, or boosts your professional reputation, highlight the significance of the award in your response.

6. Express commitment

Assure the awarding organization or individuals that you will uphold the values associated with the award. Demonstrate your dedication to continue working hard and making a positive difference in your field.

7. Conclude with gratitude

Close your letter by expressing gratitude once again. Thank the organization, committee, or individual for the recognition and for considering you for the award. Offer your willingness to contribute or participate in any future activities or events related to the award, if applicable.

2. How do you write a gratitude thank you note?

Writing a gratitude thank you note is a heartfelt way to express your appreciation to someone. Here are some tips on how to write one:

• Start with a warm greeting
• Use personal details
• Share the impact
• Include a closing statement
• End with a closing
• Handwritten or digital

1. Start with a warm greeting

Begin the note with a friendly salutation, such as "Dear [Name]," or "Hi [Name],"

2. Use personal details

Include specific details or examples to illustrate why you're thankful. This shows that you've put thought into the note and adds a personal touch. For instance, "Your support and guidance during [specific situation] made a significant impact on me."

3. Share the impact

Explain how the person's actions or kindness affected you. Let them know the positive outcomes or feelings they've contributed to. This helps them understand the significance of their actions.

4. Include a closing statement

Wrap up your thank you note with a closing statement that reinforces your gratitude. You can use phrases like, "Once again, thank you so much," or "I am truly grateful for your support."

5. End with a closing

Use an appropriate closing like "Sincerely," "Warm regards," or "With gratitude," followed by your name.

6. Handwritten or digital

Depending on the situation, you can choose to write a physical note or send a digital one. Handwritten notes can add a personal touch, but an email or message can also convey your gratitude effectively.

3. How do you express gratitude in words?

Expressing gratitude in words is a wonderful way to show appreciation. Here are some tips on how to express gratitude effectively:

• Be specific
• Use heartfelt language
• Be personal
• Tell about the impact
• Give handwritten note
• Follow up with actions

1. Be specific

Clearly mention what you are grateful for. Instead of a general "Thank you," include specific details about what the person did or said that you appreciate.

2. Use heartfelt language

Express your gratitude sincerely and genuinely. Use words that convey your emotions and show the person how much their actions meant to you.

3. Be personal

Tailor your expression of gratitude to the individual. Mention something about them that made their contribution special or unique.

4. Tell about the impact

Explain how the person's actions made a positive difference in your life or situation. Highlight the specific ways their help or support benefited you.

5. Give handwritten note

In certain situations, taking the time to write a handwritten thank-you note can add an extra touch of sincerity and thoughtfulness.

6. Follow up with actions

If appropriate, consider expressing your gratitude through actions, such as offering help in return or giving a small gift to show your appreciation.

4. What impact has receiving this award had on me personally and professionally?

An award can elevate your self-assurance and inspire you to strive for greatness. It confirms the value of your hard work and provides a feeling of acknowledgment and satisfaction.

A professional award can enhance your reputation, open up new career prospects, and raise your profile in your field. It highlights your exceptional expertise, skills, and commitment, setting you apart from your peers.

Overall, receiving an award can increase self-assurance, elevate standing, and open doors to fresh prospects.

As we conclude, we have compiled a list of the top 150 thank you messages to celebrate extraordinary achievements and show gratitude for valuable support. We hope that these messages inspire and express sincere appreciation.

Expressing gratitude to those who have supported you in achieving success is essential. This not only strengthens your relationships but also promotes kindness.

It's important to acknowledge and appreciate the individuals who contribute to our personal development, regardless of the magnitude of their assistance. This fosters a sense of togetherness and collective accomplishments in our day-to-day experiences.

We should appreciate the positive aspects and individuals in our lives and convey our gratitude genuinely. Practicing gratitude can bring happiness and foster strong connections with others.

Wish you love, support, and recognition on your journey. Remember to spread gratitude and happiness to others.

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Giving an award speech can be nerve-wracking, but it’s also a great opportunity to express gratitude and inspire others. Whether you are receiving an award or giving one, it is important to understand the importance of an award speech and how it can impact the audience. In this blog post, we will discuss the guidelines to compose an impactful award speech that leaves a lasting impression on the audience. We will cover everything from brainstorming ideas for your speech, crafting the perfect words to express your gratitude and address the competition, to delivering an effective speech that inspires everyone in attendance. So if you want to learn how to give a great award speech, keep reading!

Understanding the Importance of an Award Speech

Recognition of hard work, dedication, and commitment is a fundamental aspect of a good award acceptance speech . The opportunity to deliver such a speech can inspire and encourage both the speaker and the audience. It serves as a platform for expressing gratitude and honor, while also accepting recognition for one’s work. Moreover, award speeches mark significant milestones and achievements, highlighting the success of an individual or team. This public acknowledgment further emphasizes the importance of celebrating excellence and fostering a positive organizational culture. Such acknowledgment by a CEO in an award acceptance speech can have a profound impact on the recipient and the entire team, making it a crucial aspect of any event or ceremony.

Expressing Gratitude in an Award Speech

Expressing gratitude in an award speech is essential to convey appreciation for the recognition and the efforts of the award ceremony organizers. Team members deserve recognition for their contributions and dedication to the shared success. Acknowledging the encouragement received from others is crucial in making such awards possible. It’s important to express gratitude for more such awards that recognize work well done, as they motivate continuous improvement. Lastly, thanking the people who have supported, guided, and mentored throughout the journey is a genuine display of gratitude. A heartfelt award acceptance speech can inspire others and reflect positively on the CEO and the organization.

Addressing the Competition and Sharing the Glory

Sharing the spotlight with fellow nominees is a mark of respect and admiration for their achievements. Recognizing the efforts of competitors not only elevates the significance of the award but also underscores the spirit of healthy competition. It’s crucial to extend the honor of winning to the entire team, acknowledging their hard work and commitment. The award acceptance speech becomes more meaningful when shared with those who contributed to its success. Emphasizing the collective effort underscores the significance of collaboration in achieving such prestigious accolades.

Guidelines to Compose an Impactful Award Speech

Crafting an impactful award speech involves honoring, expressing gratitude, and inspiring. The speech should reflect genuine gratitude and recognition for the award. It must acknowledge the hard work, dedication, and good examples that contributed to the win. A genuine acceptance speech reflects gratitude, dedication, and honor. Ultimately, the speech should focus on making a genuine impact, honoring others, and encouraging the audience.

Brainstorming Ideas for your Speech

When crafting your award acceptance speech, it’s crucial to reflect on the impact of the award, carving out ample time for expressing gratitude, recognition, and delivering an acceptance speech that resonates. Personalizing the speech is key; emphasize your journey, express genuine gratitude, and honor those who contributed to your success. Consider various speech examples, focusing on appreciation, gratitude, and exemplary deliveries. Explore additional awards and public speaking opportunities to gather inspiration. You may even draw insights from wedding speech examples to infuse your speech with warmth and heartfelt appreciation.

Crafting the Speech

Crafting an award acceptance speech involves conveying gratitude, dedication, and honor. The speech should reflect the recipient’s recognition, acceptance of the award, and genuine gratitude. Personalizing the speech with examples of recognition, acceptance, and gratitude demonstrates sincerity and appreciation. By highlighting the hard work, dedication, and time invested in achieving the award, the speech becomes more impactful. It is essential to craft a speech template that not only reflects the individual’s gratitude but also acknowledges team members’ contributions and recognizes other outstanding achievements.

Delivering an Effective Award Speech

Exuding gratitude, recognition, and the acceptance of honor is essential when delivering an award acceptance speech. Incorporating good speech examples, acknowledging team members, and expressing gratitude are key elements for an impactful award acceptance. This speech should reflect dedication, gratitude, and recognition, aiming to resonate with the audience. Crafting a personalized speech that includes examples of public speaking, acknowledgment of the effort, and a warm greeting sets the tone for a memorable delivery. By dedicating much time to preparation and considering various scenarios, you can ensure the delivery of a compelling and effective award acceptance speech.

How does one ensure their speech leaves a lasting impression?

To ensure your speech leaves a lasting impression, focus on expressing gratitude, recognizing team members’ hard work, and incorporating examples of successful public speaking. Make time for appreciation, recognition, and delivering a well-crafted speech that captivates the audience. Remember, a good evening starts with a memorable speech.

What are some award speech examples?

In conclusion, delivering an impactful award speech requires a combination of gratitude, humility, and the ability to connect with your audience. Expressing heartfelt gratitude to those who have supported and believed in you is essential. Acknowledging the competition and sharing the glory with them shows sportsmanship and respect. When composing your speech, brainstorm ideas that reflect your genuine emotions and experiences. Craft a speech that is concise, well-structured, and captures the essence of the award. To leave a lasting impression, focus on delivering your speech with confidence, enthusiasm, and authenticity. Engage your audience through storytelling, humor, or personal anecdotes. Remember, a great award speech not only honors your achievements but also inspires and uplifts others.

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This article was co-authored by Patrick Muñoz and by wikiHow staff writer, Danielle Blinka, MA, MPA . Patrick is an internationally recognized Voice & Speech Coach, focusing on public speaking, vocal power, accent and dialects, accent reduction, voiceover, acting and speech therapy. He has worked with clients such as Penelope Cruz, Eva Longoria, and Roselyn Sanchez. He was voted LA's Favorite Voice and Dialect Coach by BACKSTAGE, is the voice and speech coach for Disney and Turner Classic Movies, and is a member of Voice and Speech Trainers Association. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 110,361 times.

Giving out an award is a huge honor, so you likely want to do a great job. When you’re presenting an award, it’s important to keep the focus on the winner rather than yourself. Start your award speech by introducing the award and what it’s for. Then, announce the winner and why they won. Additionally, make sure that your information is accurate and concise.

Writing and Practicing Your Speech

• If the person knows about the award, talk to them directly to verify that you have correct information.
• If the award is a surprise, you can still talk to the person, but be vague about the reason. It may be helpful to talk to people who know them well, like a coworker, supervisor, classmate, teacher, or close relative.

• For instance, don’t say things like, “I taught her everything she knows,” “This is a great day for me because I hired her,” or “I always knew he was going places.”

• This is especially true if the winner will have a chance to give an acceptance speech. You don’t want to eat into the time they have for their speech.

Variation: You might also film your speech so you can look for areas that you can tighten up or improve.

Introducing the Award

• For instance, you might cradle a statue or plaque between both of your hands.
• If the award is an unframed certificate, you might carry it on open palms or keep it in a folder to protect it until you hand it out.

• You might say, “Every year we honor an employee who went above and beyond for our clients. This award celebrates the sacrifices and dedication of one employee who exemplified our company values over the past year.”

Variation: If you're presenting the award because of your position or credentials, briefly introduce yourself and your position to establish your credibility. This boosts the prominence of the award.

• Say, “This has been our most successful year as a company, and it’s because of the hard work and dedication of our entire team. Each of you deserves credit for helping us get to this point, but one employee’s achievements stand out from the rest.”

Announcing the Winner

• You could say, “The first time I met this person it was on a video conference. They’d traveled across the world for a business trip, but a client needed to meet that day. Instead of rescheduling, this person stayed up late into the night so they could attend the client meeting over Skype.”
• If you’re going for a funny story, you might say, “What we do around here is serious work, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have fun. The person who’s receiving this award knows how to make people laugh. When we were going through our audit last quarter, they put a smile on everyone’s face by putting rubber ducks in the fountain outside our office. It was a small gesture, but it helped us get through a difficult week.”

• Say, “This award goes to a person who lives our values. They put clients first and never hesitate to help a coworker in need. This year they made 30% of our sales and completed half of our customer service calls. On top of that, they’re the only employee in the history of the company to ever receive a business opportunity grant. Please applaud for the winner of the VIP Award, Ms. Alison Dean.”

Tip: Ideally, the audience should slowly realize who’s name you’re about to call.

• You might say, “Today we’re here to honor Diego Lopez for his efforts to build a new community center. Mr. Lopez organized fundraisers, energized the community, and overcame obstacles to bring hope to his neighborhood. Thanks to his efforts, 75 students are currently enrolled in after-school programs at the center, and a new program for the elderly is set to open next week.”

• You might tell them, “Congratulations on this well-deserved accomplishment.”

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Thank you Speech for Award

If you receive an award or accolade, you may be called upon to deliver a thank you speech. It’s an opportunity to express your gratitude to the people who helped and supported you through the journey. Our long and short thank you speech for award may help you delivering a short and impactful speech to the audience. We present to you all types of thank you speech for award to show your appreciation to your beloved ones. The language of these award speeches is simple for you to take ideas and form your own speech. You can also use it as a sample and create your own thank you speech for award for any grand event, etc.

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Thank you speech for award – 1.

Respected Board Members, Chief Executive Officer, Managers, Supervisors and My Dear Colleagues!

This is a very auspicious moment for me as we all have gathered to celebrate the success of the completion of our much awaited project. I am here to deliver my speech on this occasion; it’s a great honour for me to be given accolades and award for the execution of the most successful and highly important project of this year. I am truly obliged for this great honour and recognition given by the management and the Board.

Being honest, the journey towards the project accomplishment and subsequently towards this award was not easy; in fact it was very long. Right from the moment when the idea was conceived to the outline of the project which was initiated later on and until today, a lot of work has been done. Transforming the idea to the real output required a good deal of efforts and various challenges came in the way. I was not alone though, I had my colleagues who walked along with me and my managers and supervisors who provided unconditional support to me. Above all, I am thankful to the Board members, CEO and the management who showed so much of trust and faith in me, which was the constant energy boost for me.

Together, we overcame every problem and challenges which have now become the milestones for us. The project was also very close to my heart because it’s about innovating means and methods to save energy and water and ultimately support sustainability. I am very glad to announce that we did it!

Initially, I assumed, it was really difficult to accomplish the desired result within the time that we had stipulated to ourselves. But, I would say, it was all team work and the never-ending belief in our hard work and honest objective. I would like to utilise this platform to express my deep gratefulness to the members of the project who worked relentlessly on this project for one year. Needless to say, every participant of the project has contributed equally to the project.

Being the Project Manager, I am greatly honoured to say that the team had converted into a family; our project being our child. I still remember the brainstorming sessions and the candid and ferocious discussions, sometimes at odd hours which ultimately resulted into the fruitful decisions. I am sure all my colleagues and team members do remember the time spent in the office after the working hours as and when an inspiration came in. Despite all the odds, we were certain about one thing that we were going to achieve success. The most memorable part of this project was to convince the higher management to introduce changes in manufacturing processes and methods. Though it was challenging, but I am glad that the management understood the essence of the proposal and thus our project was born.

The entire journey was a learning experience for me and with the success of this project; I am more energised and charged up to take up new and challenging projects which would work in the benefit of my organisation and the environment.

Once again, thank you everyone!

Have a great day!

Thank You Speech for Award – 2

Good Afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen!

First of all, I would like to thank the Jury members for selecting our company as the ‘Best Employer of the Year’ and honouring us with this award. Well, this is a very proud moment for me as it took approximately 5 years to reach this platform. But let me tell you, I didn’t walk alone; I was accompanied by all the valuable staff members and the dedicated employees who have worked day-in and day-out to make the company one of the most recognisable brands in India. Here, I would especially like to thank the customers too, who believed in us and gave us continuous business which motivated us to work harder to give them the best services in our capacity.

Being awarded with the best employer award means a lot for me because it means our employees love our organization and they are happy with us. Every year, we internally conduct the bi-annual employee survey to determine what we are lacking at and what we are good at. The employees are only asked to fill the survey without mentioning their name or department. We maintain this fairness so that we can actually work upon the weaknesses. I especially thank all the employees who had been very honest with the survey in sharing their feelings with us, because it motivated us to do better for them and thus, we are here today receiving this award.

Since last 5 years, our company has not only worked upon enhancing the product and services we offer, but the management and HR have also worked upon making the work culture better for our internal employees too. Our company works upon 5 basic philosophies: Stability, Compensation, Respect, Health Benefits and Work-Life Balance for the employees.

I would like to take some moment today to especially thank the Human Resource Department and the Management who have worked with much dedication and formulated policies which not just work for the benefit of the customers, but also helps employees maintaining their work-life balance and thus meeting the company’s common objective.

The last 5 years have been a great journey for us and we have also seen our due share of ups and downs in the company. The first two years, we were busy with establishing ourselves and creating brand name and image and the next 3 years we worked in maintaining the image that we established. The company has also seen the downturn for 1 continuous year, but the constant and unconditional support that I have got from the staff, management, and the employees was outstanding, which motivated me to come over the challenge.

I would also like to mention the name of the shareholders, who have always trusted and believed us and have continued to invest in our company.

Last but not the least of course, winning this honour wouldn’t have been possible without my family’s moral support and inspiration; they are truly my backbone.

I sincerely thank each one of you for your continuous support and also all the internal and external stakeholders who are directly or indirectly involved in the making and functioning of our company.

With this note, I’ll end my speech with the promise that there are more such awards to follow.

Thank You Speech for Award – 3

Good evening everyone,

Thank you jury for this honor and giving this award in my hand, it makes feel great on being rewarded for the hard work that one does.

I am grateful to everyone who has always been a part of my journey, from my family to friends, from boss to my team and everyone. It is a pleasure to witness this beautiful moment in the presence of you all. On stage it is me who is taking over this award but on backend there are many people along with the great power of god who have enabled me to put in efforts and make me capable of getting this award. Each one of you has enabled me to bring the ideas into reality. My strength always increased on dealing with the challenges and overcoming them.

I cannot thank god enough for making my existence fruitful and ensuring that my focus drives through dedication throughout the deeds that I do for myself and the people related to me. This award is a symbol of the blessings that I have received during my journey till now. I am grateful of having held this award as a return towards my attempt towards my tasks with utmost purity and dedication.

Many challenges and problem appeared in the journey but with time and dedicated efforts each of them got solved and hence it is today that you all can see how blissful smile is accompanying me this evening. Each of my team members deserves this equivalent award for all the day to day tasks attempted by them. We always aim at working as a family and have a united focus on our dreams which enables us to work and cope with higher expectations. Our collective team efforts have resulted in such incredible results, and it is a great achievement of each individual team member.

I am glad to clear all the scrutiny levels and have the privilege of selected amongst all for this award. I cannot thank my parents enough for the education privilege that they have given me; without this it would have never been possible to reach such heights and stand in front of such skilled and well qualified people. This award is surely a reward for the past tasks successfully done by me and my team. But on the other hand, this reward will be a big time motivation for the projects coming our way. This will be the encouragement and rise in our enthusiasm for doing the best and reaching more great heights that make us eligible for receiving award every time at this huge platform of recognition.

My sincere gratitude to all for the tremendous ongoing encouragements that have throughout enabled me to put in the efforts and all time dedication for attainment of wonderful things. Collated team achievements much more mesmerizing than the partial achievements achieved through alone efforts. Thank you team for every time that you have held my hand to take everything together from all ends and make our deeds capable of reaching this huge stage.

Thank You everyone!!

Thank You Speech for Award – 4

A very good evening to the audience and most special jury members,

I cannot thank you people enough for choosing me for this award. Standing here on this stage is an inexpressible event in itself. I am glad that you people acknowledged our efforts and chose us amongst all others for this award. Since past 3 years I have been attending this award ceremony and each year my dream of coming on this stage having hold this award in my hand grew badly.

And today by the grace of God it is the day that I, with due diligence and gratitude hold this award firmly on behalf of each of my team member. This moment is incredible. This award is the dream come true and obviously a motivating spirit for all my future activities. By getting such physical rewards one move with more dedication and focused intentions to get the dreams into reality and prosperity in all the endeavors.

This award is a token to my team for all the efforts they put in and all the motivation and trust that they show towards me. Without them things wouldn’t have turned out so well and best that the jury after this intense scrutiny would have picked us for the award. Thank you to each and every team mate of mine for their graceful presence during the entire tenure for mine and their success. By having this award in our cabin, we all would be more self motivated for doing our best. This is a token of our past efforts and also a push factor for our future endeavors.

Thank you everyone for having the trust on assigning such things to us. God has always been the one that enables me to progress, and what I feel is that the entire surrounding of mine from my parents to friends to colleagues to teammates, everybody is blessed through God. I can witness this by seeing each of their effort being converted into an excellent thing. This award is a symbol of our accomplishments. Thank you all!!

By acknowledging and receiving this award I ensure you people that my future deeds would only get well skilled and just better. I will ensure that this award is just the beginning and soon with time much more awards are on my way. This courage and confidence has only come in by the trust that you people have in me. Thank you for this motivation and faith.

Working together and seeing such wonderful outcomes is exceptionally wonderful and makes one feel content. Thank you god for blessing me with such great people that allow me to bring the best in me and encourage me to further reset my limits to extreme. Thank you! Each one of you has made this evening way too special and memorable for me.

A huge thanks to everyone presents here and once again the most sincere thanks to our jury members. Thank you!

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