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STM Goals

Intuit Central: Intuit Santa Fe Summit ToastmastersOur Big Y

Success is largely based on effective communication skills. Through theToastmasters program, people from all backgrounds learn to communicateeffectively, improving their opportunities in business and all inter-personalrelationships.

ROI (Return on Investment) Improved communication skills become obvious within the workplace,

increased visibility, recognition and promotion will follow. Your improved presentation skills will win you the respect and admiration of

your colleagues and employees - and make them wonder what you did tochange!

Leadership skills acquired through participation in Toastmasters willincrease your management potential.

You will acquire an increased ability to motivate and persuade, making youmore effective as a supervisor or manager.
http://intuitcentral.intuit.com/cz/community_pages/sfs_toastmasters/index.htm


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10 Biggest Public Speaking

MistakesMistakes occur when you fail to recognize that public speaking is an acquired skill requiringpractice & feedback.

Starting with a whimper. Start with a bang! Get the audience attention immediately.

Attempting to imitate other speakers. Authenticity is lost when you arent yourself.

Failing to work the room. Mingle before the presentation.

Failing to use relaxation techniques. Do whatever it takes to relieve nervous tension.

Reading a speech word for word. Instead use a keyword outline

Using someone elses stories. Brief quotes are ok. Illustrate your own thoughts & experiences.

Speaking without passion. The more passionate you are the better you will be received.

Ending a speech with questions and answers. Always conclude your speech, then do Q&A.

Failing to prepare. Your reputation is at stake rehearse to leave a good impression!

Failing to recognize that speaking is an acquired skill.


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10 Tips for Public Speaking

Here are some proven tips on how give better presentations:

Know your material. Pick a topic you are interested in.

Practice. Practice. Practice! Practice with a timer and allow time for the unexpected.

Know the audience. Meet & greet the audience. Easier to speak to friends than strangers.

Know the room. Arrive early, practice using the microphone and any visual aids.

Relax. Begin by addressing the audience. Transform nervous energy into enthusiasm.

Visualize yourself giving your speech. Imagine yourself speaking clear and confident

Realize that people want you to succeed. The audiences rooting for you.

Dont apologize for any nervousness or problem the audience probably never noticed it.

Concentrate on the message. Focus on your message and your audience.

Acquire experience. Experience builds confidence, which is the key to effective speaking

Visit a Toastmasters meeting! Get the experience you need in a safe and friendly environment.


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[ C O N F I D E N T I A L ]

ToastmasterThe Master of Ceremony for the meeting.

Speakers Present prepared speeches 5 10 minutes in length.

General EvaluatorEvaluates the meeting in general.

Evaluators Provide constructive feedback for the speakers.

Table Topics MasterExercises our extemporaneous speaking skills

Grammarian Keeps account of (ahs & uhms) filler words throughout themeeting ringing a bell for each offence.

Ah CounterKeeps account extreme uses of the English language throughoutthe meeting.

TimerRecords the length of each person's speaking time using a timing lightto indicate when allotted time is about to expire

Toastmasters Meeting


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The Toastmaster

The Toastmaster is the master of ceremony for the meeting.

The Toastmaster sets the theme for each meeting in advance, and is

responsible, with the help of the club board members, to ensure that all

functionary positions are filled.

It is the Toastmaster's job to introduce each speaker and form a bridge

between the various parts of the meeting.

The Toastmaster shall lead applause, and always meet & greet people asthey take the podium.


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The Speaker

Speaker presents a prepared speech from 4 to 10 minutes in length.

Toastmasters International's Basic Communication and LeadershipManuals provide structured guidance to improve skills such as:

Preparedness Organization Vocabulary Vocal Variety Body Language Timing


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The Speakers Helpers

There are 4 functionaries in Toastmasters who are there to help us improve our

public speaking skills.

Grammarian Challenges members to increase their vocabulary by introducing the,Word of the Day. The grammarian must also listen intently for uses of the word of theday, and other exceptional or questionable uses of the English language.

Ah CounterOur speaking habits are often years old and completely unconscious innature. The Ah Counters task is to call attention to the speakers: Ah's, Um's, xeroxwords (i.e. stuttering) & pregnant pauses.

TimerOne of the lessons to be practiced in speech training is that of expressing a

thought within a certain interval.

Speech EvaluatorGives the speaker feedback on how the speech went and if theobjectives for the speech were met. Communication is about delivering a message fromsender to receiver with the receiver understanding the message and respondingappropriately.


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TM Education Program10 Speeches to obtain a Competent Communicator certificate.

Ice Breaker . Time: 4-6- minutes. Objective: Discover strengths and challenges of speaking.

Organize Your Speech . Time: 5-7 minutes. Objective: Use of supporting material, transitions, strongopening and closing statements.

Get to the Point . Time: 5-7 minutes. Objective: Inform, persuade, entertain, inspire, and narrow down broadpurpose into more specific one.

How to Say It . Time: 5-7 minutes. Objective: Select the right words eliminate jargon, use rhetorical devices.

Your Body Speaks . Time: 5-7 minutes. Objective: Stance, movement, gestures, facial expressions, eyecontact.

Vocal Variety . Time: 5-7 minutes. Objective: Use volume, pitch, rate, add meaning and interest, pauses.

Research Your Topic . Time: 5-7 minutes. Objective: Use facts, examples and illustrations gathered fromvarious sources through research.

Get Comfortable with Visual Aids . Time: 5-7 minutes. Objective: Select visual aids appropriate formessage; use them correctly and with confidence.

Persuade with Power . Time: 5-7 minutes. Objective: Use logic and emotion to appeal to audience; persuadethem in some way.

Inspire Your Audience . Time 8-10 minutes. Objective: Challenge audience to achieve higher level of beliefsor achievement; appeal to needs and emotions, use stories, anecdotes, quotes.


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Membership


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Fees

One Time Fee Membership fee $21.55 to Toastmasters International

Semi-Annual April & October membership dues

Pro-rated based on membership date. Club Dues $75 includes $27 to Toastmaster International. Club dues are to cover the cost of food supplies, special

events, etc.

Total membership cost $96.55 (on initial membership) $75 (there after)


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FAQ

Q: Can I attend as a visitor indefinitely?A: You will not be discouraged from visiting, but will not be called upon to fulfill one

of the many meeting roles. You get out of Toastmasters what you invest in it.

Q: How much if I only attend once a month?A: We only pro-rate the club dues ($75/term) based on the month registered.

Q: Do I have to give a speech?

A: You get out of Toastmasters what you invest in it. Some people give all 10speeches in as little as 6 months; others can take up to 2 years. You areencouraged to pace yourself. There will be plenty of opportunities to contribute.

Q: Can anyone speak at a Toastmasters meeting?A: Yes, with advanced notice to the Toastmaster. In order to keep our meeting from 6-

7pm, that only allows for 2 speakers with speeches of 10 minutes or less.

Q: Is Toastmasters a MLM group?

A: Our club allows the practicing of persuasive speeches. We draw the line atsolicitations afterwards, or use of mailing lists for the same purpose.

Q: Is every meeting run the same way?A: It is up to the Toastmaster to run the meeting as he/she sees fit. Each meeting

should allow for speaking time, and evaluations (one-on-one, or group), regardlessof the format used.

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