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Originally Posted by Erin Pavlina  Munish, writing is one aspect of giving a speech, sure. But actually in Toastmasters you also learn how to speak eloquently and thoughtfully off the cuff. We have a section of the meeting called Table Topics where someone asks a question and you go right up and answer it as eloquently as you can for 1-2 minutes.
What I really learned from this is to pause when I am searching for a word instead of saying "um" all the time. And I've learned to think quicker so there isn't an awkward pause in my conversation as often. This skill can help in everyday conversation.  |
Erin,
I am also a Toastmaster. (But the slowest learner in the club).
I participate regularly in the Table topics.(Though i have never won any award)
The points you mentioned above are very correct.
What i fear is writing a 5-7 minute speech.For example,I have to deliver a speech in a theme meeting "Fortune teller". The all other speakers are DTMs.
This really intimidates me.
Thanks.