Best Man Speech Fail: Dropping Notes – Tips to Avoid This Wedding Toast Disaster

Video of a best man dropping his notes during a wedding speech.

We've all seen it: the best man steps up, nerves take over, and suddenly his cue cards are on the floor. This wedding speech fail gets laughs for the wrong reasons. To keep your toast on track, here are some best man speech tips:

• Write your speech well in advance and rehearse it.

  Use cards only for key prompts, and number them clearly.

  Keep a copy of your notes or a backup on your phone just in case.

  Stay calm and take your time—a relaxed delivery is more memorable.