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Persuasive “Sales Pitch” Speech Example Outline

Introduction

1. Attention Getting Opener

Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of city life here in San Diego? Do you need an escape from the daily grind? Well, I have the solution for you! Imagine being somewhere that time slows down, where you can relax and enjoy some quality time with your friends, family or your significant other. Where there is nothing to do but enjoy life….Ahhh….sound good? Let me tell you about a place that has fun, excitement, and relaxation…something for the entire family.

2. Clear Topic and Main Points

Welcome to Illinois! Illinois offers everything you could possibly want and need for your next vacation. Fly in to one of Chicago’s 2 major airports, O’hare or Midway and let the fun begin. Why is Illinois so great you may ask? There are too many amazing things to count, so today I will tell you about only three activities I recommend doing on your Illinois vacation (topic). I encourage you to explore Starved Rock State Park (Main Point #1), 2. tour the charming town of Utica, IL (Main Point #2), and head on over to 3. Grand Bear Resort for your accommodations (Main Point #3.)

Body – DON’T FORGET TO SHOW YOUR VISUAL AID(S)/PROP(S) IN THE BODY!

Transition & Preview of Main Point #1: So, your first stop should be to check out Starved Rock State Park

Support/Discuss Main Point #1.

Wave the skyscrapers of Chicago good-bye as you head out of the city about 100 miles southwest down interstate 80 to Starved Rock State Park. Nancy Hill Barta describes the beauty of the park in her book titled, “Starved Rock State Park,” noting that the park covers more than 2,600 acres with over 13 miles of hiking trails in the park. Many of the trails are paved and clearly marked so no worries for the inexperienced city slicker. The trails vary in length and intensity, so there is something for all skill levels. But the real beauty is what awaits you at the end of the trails. There are amazing canyon views and scenic stops overlooking the beautiful Illinois River, and the best part….there are waterfalls. Yes, multiple waterfalls to check out. Who says you need to go to Hawaii to see all that nature has to offer? Here are some pictures of the amazing views of the different falls. SHOW PICTURES OF WILDCAT CANYON WATERFALL and FRENCH CANYON. SRSS is great for all seasons. From the beautiful flowers blooming in the spring to the amazing crisp colors of the fall leaves, to snowshoeing in the winter, there is always something going on no matter what time of year you come. (2:30)

Transition & Preview Main Point #2: Next, you can take a tour of charming Utica, IL.

On your way to visit SSSP, you will pass through the quaint, charming town of Utica, IL. Utica, IL is located on the North bank of the Illinois River while SSSP is just to the south. You can check out all of the things to do by heading to Utica-IL.com, the town’s official website. According to the site, there are about 1,000 residents of this small town, which makes you feel like you are a million miles away from the craziness of “big city” life. One of the highlights I encourage you to stop by is Duffy’s Tavern and Grill located on the corner of the “main drag” through the downtown, on Canal Street. (SHOW PICTURE OF DUFFY’S & THE MAIN STREET) It’s located in a cute building with a lot of Midwestern charm. Here is a picture of the main street which is only one block long. Duffy’s has anything and everything you could want to eat after a long day of hiking trails and working up an appetite with classic American cuisine. Stroll along and browse for trinkets in the gift and antique shops, or stop in the historical museum highlighting the rich Native American history of the area. You can’t go wrong spending a nice leisurely afternoon seeing all that Utica has to offer. (3:50)

Support/Discuss Main Point #2.

Transition & Preview Main Point #3: Last but not least is the Grand Bear Resort.

Support/Discuss Main Point #3.

After a morning of hiking and waterfalls, an afternoon of good eats and learning some history, you now need a place to lay your head….and do I have the place for you – the Grand Bear Resort. You can see all of the amazing amenities this hotel has to offer at Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort.com. You have the option of staying in the Lodge itself or renting a villa or Luxury Cabin for more privacy. These log cabins feature a full kitchen, a living room complete with cozy fireplace, and a whirlpool hot tub. Once you unpack the fun is just getting started with activities for the whole family. Stop by the indoor waterpark located in the lodge (SHOW PICTURES OF WATERPARK), complete with water slides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and hot tubs. Play a round of 18 hole mini golf, and why not check out the indoor amusement park complete with a rock climbing wall, a ropes course, lazer tag, and an arcade filled with games. After you work up an appetite grab some dinner at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. (5:00)

Conclusion

1. Re-cap topic and 2-3 main points.

So today I have told you a little bit about all the amazing things Illinois has to offer for your next vacation (topic.) I encourage you to explore Starved Rock State Park (Main Point #1), tour the charming town of Utica, IL (Main Point #2), and head on over to 3. Grand Bear Resort for your accommodations (Main Point #3.)

2. Concluding Remark.

So what are you waiting for? Come to Illinois, the Land of Lincoln, for some Midwestern hospitality for your next vacation get-away! (5:30)

References

Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort. Retrieved from http://www.grizzlyjacksresort.com

Hill Barta, Nancy. (2007). Starved Rock State Park. Arcadia Publishers.

Welcome to the City of North Utica. Retrieved from http://utica-il.com