It is appropriate to use humor even if the joke, story, anecdote, or quotation has nothing to do with the speech topic because at least it gains attention.

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Using humor that has nothing to do with the speech topic can be seen as unprofessional and can distract from the message you are trying to convey. It is important to use humor that is relevant to the topic and helps reinforce or illustrate a point.

It Is Appropriate to Use Humor Even If the Joke