Let’s celebrate the proud centenary of Toastmasters International

OK, you have seen the TED talks. You have watched people effortlessly promote themselves and their products on YouTube. And I am sure that we have all heard of someone who aced that interview to land their dream job.As you ponder in awe at these achievements, you may find yourself asking: “How on earth do … Read more…

What do evaluations mean in Toastmasters?

Evaluation. How do you feel when you hear that word? Is being evaluated a scary thought? It’s easy to confuse ‘evaluation’ with ‘criticism’. Having a friendly person giving an encouraging evaluation is like being led by the hand. Most people are nervous about public speaking. In Toastmasters, evaluation is at the core of almost everything … Read more…

Do You Have Glossophobia?

Many people suffer from glossophobia (fear of public speaking). Yet the vast majority of careers involve some level of public speaking, from participating in meetings to giving presentations. Worthing Speakers Club has helped dozens of its members smash interviews to get a great job, kill the nerves when speaking to a large group of people, … Read more…