Hi There ,
Thank you for looking up West Limerick Toastmasters. However you have come to hear of us, we are happy to welcome you as a guest or member. Like all aspects of Life the Adage of Practice makes Perfect is as true with Public Speaking as with any Upskilling or Apprenticeship .
So what is Toastmasters? I hear you ask.
Well, Toastmasters is a world Leader, an International Organisation aimed at enabling people to enhance their Speaking & Listening skills. It offers a proven and enjoyable way to practise and hone Communication & Leadership skills.
How is this done you ask.
There is no secret formula as such. Meetings are Learn by Doing Workshops where members practise their Public Speaking techniques in a friendly and supportive environment.
What is the format of a TM meeting?
There is no Instructor in a Toastmaster meeting. Members conduct the meetings, prepare and give speeches and provide feedback on one another's presentations. This may sound scary but it really isn't. This feedback (evaluation) process is a key part of the program's success and always given in a spirit of friendship and support. Meeting participants also give impromptu presentations on assigned Topics and serve as Officers in various Leadership roles.
Toastmasters International has recently introduced its digital platform called 'Pathways' containing a wealth of interactive content, engaging videos, projects and tools for tracking progress and growth.
Now that you know a little more about Toastmasters why not join us at our next club meeting.
Regards
Helen Dagnall
President - 2020/2021
Never fear that you will be asked to speak at the first meeting - Guests are not asked to speak but if they wish we have a special corner called Margarets Moments where they can practise speaking in front of the club members.
Meeting place - Desmond Complex
All meetings start at 8 00 and finish 10.00
Dates for 20/21 Season
Sep 2 and 16
Oct 7 and 21
Nov 4 and 18
Dec 2 and 16
Jan 6 and 20
Feb 3 and 17
March 3 and 17
April 7 and 21
May 5 and 19
See you at a meeting SOON
If you have any queries contact Charles on 087 7972855 or Helen on 087 6043351
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