There is no charge for guests, and you can participate in the "Table Topics" portion of the meeting if you want to. After observing one or more meetings, you may decide to join us.

 

By joining Toastmasters, you participate in a Communication & Leadership Program that takes you step-by-step ... from being a person hesitant to speak before an audience ... to a person who can comfortably participate in any speaking situation with confidence and assurance.

1. The opportunity to meet others from diverse back-grounds and enhance your networking skills.

    

2. Participate in meetings that are managed both effectively and efficiently.

    

3. Build a new sense of confidence in both social and business conversation.

    

4. Have the opportunity to prepare, present, and receive feedback on speeches.

    

5. Learn the do's and don'ts of effective evaluation and balanced feedback.

    

6. Enhance your listening skills and learn how to be fully present when others are speaking.

    

7. Assume different responsibilities during regular club meetings, gaining confidence in assuming various roles.

    

8. Overcome your fear of public speaking and find your own "voice"

    

9. Learn how to be precise in expressing your opinions and speak "off the cuff".

    

10. Develop your leadership skills through participation in the Club by presenting, evaluating / coaching others or becoming a club officer .

     

     

    If this sounds like something you want to be involved in contact us at

     

    Toastmasters-CIC-Officers@Wachovia.com