The skills I have gained from Worthing Speakers since we went into lockdown have been extremely useful in my professional life. I have now given over 50 online presentations at work since March 2020. These are some of the points that I have learnt: It requires different skills Presenting on Zoom and other online meeting … Read more…
You may be wondering how I eventually became a member. Well, in 2015, I accompanied the then Mayor of Worthing, Cllr Bob Smytherman, to a few Mayoral events and one day, he invited me along to Toastmasters – he assured me I wouldn’t have to speak – what a cunning plan! Bob had rehearsed a … Read more…
Do you feel nervous about giving public speeches? Maybe the pandemic forced you to attend online meetings that make you feel like fish out of water? Or maybe you just want to get some tips on how to smash that dream interview or best man speech? Fear not, Toastmasters are here for you. When my … Read more…
Language is our primary form of communication and although we also communicate through body language, gestures and eye contact I always see these as additions to emphasise the spoken word. In public speaking I use all these forms of communication and because of this I have the ability to get my point over effectively and … Read more…
When I first looked to join to Toastmasters it was to bring about more confidence to my speaking .But then I noticed 3 unusual benefits to boot. 1. Friendships. I suddenly got a mix of friends from all age groups, experiences and cultures. They all had different unique stories that have made me laugh,understand and … Read more…
As someone who has given or produced hundreds of training webinars over the past ten years, I feel I have a few tips to share with Toastmasters. While presenting online is nothing like standing in front of an audience, the preparation and presentation of slides is key to a successful talk – whichever medium you … Read more…
As I look back at what I have done over my 71 years on this planet, I believe that it is helping other people that has motivated me most. I am certain that it was my experience in Guernsey that enabled me to start a speakers’ club. In Guernsey, where I lived in the 90s, … Read more…
Several members of Worthing Speakers have taken the opportunity of having a mentor. The aim, particularly for new members, is to help them get going in the club. However, mentoring is available to every member. Mentors provide support, guidance, friendship and encouragement to members seeking to progress. Both parties benefit from this experience: mentees are … Read more…
In 2016 when I joined Toastmasters, my motivation was somewhat different to the average Toastmaster. I had moved to the UK about four months prior and wanted to find a way to make friends with a new hobby. I discovered Worthing Speakers and after several months of flitting in & out as a guest, I … Read more…
It’s one thing starting on a pathway and making progress along it at club meetings, but when my mentor suggested that I enter the humorous speaking competition earlier this autumn I was initially sceptical. I very much appreciate certain genres of humour but never saw myself as a performer in anything remotely humorous. But after … Read more…