Subj : Re: ToastMasters Speaking Group
To   : Phoobar
From : Nelgin
Date : Sun Oct 25 2020 21:38:26

Phoobar wrote:
> Cu> I can say from my own example, that public speaking is skill that can be
> Cu> learned. Used to be scared of any kind of presentation, but after a few
> Cu> it gets better. Practice makes perfect - in everything.
> 
> Worked in commercial radio for around 20 or so years. While in college had a
> professor I worked for which tried to get me to join back in the mid-80's. My
> question...have no problem talking in public...but can they give you a way to
> become a better speaker/announcer?

Yes, absolutely. One part of a Toastmasters meeeting is "Table Topics". You're
asked a question or you have to give your opinion on a topic and you have to
speak for one minute without using "filler words" like uhh, err, ahh, and the
like, while using proper grammer. It helps you think on your feet and help you
collect your thoughts better. This provides for a better listening experience.

I was in Toastmasters for 7 years and can highly recommend it. 

While you are a member of a club, you're also a member of a worldwide family
of speakers and leaders. Each club is in a Area with several areas making up a
Division and these are formed into Districts. The Distrcit provides learning
and leadership opportunities as well as training for club officers.

You can attend Toastmasters meetings for free to see what they're all about
before you decide to join up. You can try different clubs to see which suit
your tastes.

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