About Our Club |
Join us every Thursday at 12:05pm...On Zoom! |
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Toastmasters Mission |
The Toastmasters Mission A statement of shared values
Every Toastmasters club shares the same mission, clearly defined in the following mission statement:
We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
Through this mission, each Toastmaster gains a clear understanding of the club's purpose, and the organization as a whole benefits from a shared set of values and goals.
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What to Expect |
Everyone in a Toastmasters meeting was once at the level you are now. The environment is friendly and supportive, and the self-paced program allows you to build confidence with each speaking assignment. Here are a few more details specific to our club:
- Statehouse Toastmasters club meets every Thursday for one hour. Guests are always welcome, and are free to just observe or participate!
- Members learn communication skills by completing a series of projects in Toastmasters' Pathways programs. There are a variety of "Paths" to choose from, depending on your interests and goals. Step-by-step, each project in a Path helps you develop Communication and Leadership skills.
- Each Statehouse meeting will include one or two speech projects per week, which are assigned to members in advance. Each new member is assigned a mentor, who assists with an individual's speaking and leadership goals.
- There is no single "instructor" in a Toastmasters meeting. Instead, members evaluate one another’s presentations, pointing out strengths and suggesting ways to improve. This feedback process is a key part of the program’s success. The evaluators learn how to provide thoughtful, positive feedback, while speakers (and the audience) learn how to improve. Members also give impromptu talks on assigned topics, conduct meetings and develop their leadership skills.
One thing that you'll love at Toastmaster meetings is the applause. At first you'll be applauded for your effort; later you'll be applauded for your skill. |
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Quote of the Day |
"No matter who says what, you should accept it with a smile and do your own work" - Mother Teresa (1910-1997)
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