The purpose of the Ballot Counter is to tally up the votes and introduce the award winners at the end of the meeting.
At the Meeting:
1. Obtain a “Ballot Counter” form from Club Secretary (or print one from the … (Read More)
Ballot Counter
Ah Counter
The purpose of the ‘ah’ counter is to note words and sounds used as a crutch or pause filler by anyone who speaks during the meeting. Words may be inappropriate interjections such as “and, well, but, so, you know, etc.” … (Read More)
Chuckle Master
Telling a good joke is a crucial component of a good speech.
This role helps you become more comfortable with using humor when speaking to an audience. Humor is one of the most critical elements of effective public speaking.
Before
… (Read More)Meeting Agenda
Preparing and printing a meeting agenda is the responsibility of the Toastmaster of each meeting. This is a component of running the meeting and keeping it on schedule. This is quite a valuable skill to develop, since it has broad … (Read More)
Speech: The Best Mother-In-Law Ever, by Jo Lauricella
Jo Lauricella presents “The Posthumous Award” project from the Special Occasions Manual, titled: The Best Mother-In-Law Ever.
Speech: His Words Changed History, by Annette McCullough
“Give me Liberty, or give me Death!” is a famous quotation attributed to Patrick Henry from a speech he made to the Virginia Convention on March 23, 1775, in Virginia. The speech is credited with having swung the balance in … (Read More)
Speech: What You Don’t Know About Passover, by Willard Michlin
Willard Michlin presents an impromptu speech, the title of which was selected and voted upon by the audience immediately preceding his presentation.
Speech: Beethoven’s 5th or Brahms’ Lullaby? By Susan Stewart
Susan Stewart presents Project #1 from the Better Speaking Series, Successful Openings. Her speech is entitled Beethoven’s 5th or Brahms’ Lullaby?
Speech: Jumping Jack Flash (Icebreaker), by George Alger
“I was born in a cross-fire hurricane. And I howled at my ma in the driving rain. But it’s all right now, in fact, it’s a gas! But it’s all right. I’m Jumpin’ Jack Flash, it’s a Gas! Gas! … (Read More)
News: 2011 International Speech Contest Winners
Today marked the beginning of the annual Toastmasters International Speech Contest for the Renaissance Speakers. Jo Lauricella and Richard Stewart took the first and second place prizes. Jo will represent the club at the next highest competition level next month, … (Read More)