Monthly Archives: January 2017

Kudos, Meeting, Speechcraft

October 27 2016 Meeting Synopsis

Speechcraft Week 5

To celebrate the final meeting of the Speechcraft program, our very own Sheryl Roush inspired us all with her speech on how to become a professional speaker! Congratulations to all our Speechcrafters for all the progress they have achieved in a short period of time. Special thanks to Mark I and Jerry M for organizing our Speechcraft program.

Theme: Graduation
Toastmaster: Mark I
Word of the day: Persevere
Guests: David W, Simon V, Karen Kaufman (Area 12 Director), Scott
First Timer: Agosta M (SpeechCrafter) – Speaker
Most Improved: Agosta M (SpeechCrafter) – Speaker
Table Topics: David Winkleman (Guest – on his book “Embracing Change from the Inside”)
Best Evaluation: Max C
Best Speaker: Sheryl Roush – “How to Go Pro”

Business, Meeting, Speechcraft

October 6 2016 Meeting Synopsis

Speechcraft Week 2

  • Theme: Off-the-cuff speaking
  • Toastmaster: Jerry M
  • Word of the day: Invective
  • Guests: Karen Kaufman (Area 12 Director), Ron Lederle (Southern Division Director), David Carroll (Past District 5 Governor), Gideon S (returning guest)
  • Table Topics: David C (Guest)
  • Best Evaluator: Donna G
  • Best Speaker: Maria F (SpeechCrafter)

Club Business

John W will take over VP Education duties from Linda T, who is stepping down due to work & wedding

Meeting, Speechcraft

September 29 2016 Meeting Synopsis

Speechcraft Week 1

This meeting kicked off the start of our 5-week Speechcraft program. Experienced Voyagers Toastmasters introduce  various aspects of communication and leadership fundamentals to program participants. Speechcraft participants receive workbooks and  practice the skills they learn within the context of a Toastmasters meeting. Speechcrafters are paired with club members to mentor and support them through the process.

At the conclusion of  the Speechcraft program, participants may choose to join Voyagers for a prorated membership fee. In addition, participant speeches will count towards the Competent Communicator rating.

  • Meeting Theme: Overcoming
  • Toastmaster: Mark I
  • Word of the Day: Enhance
  • Guests: Maria F, Agosta, Esolar, Jan B, Max C
  • Most Improved: Cynthia P
  • Table Topics: Julia F
  • Best Evaluator: Donna G
  • Best Speaker: Cynthia K, Competent Communicator Manual Project #6 (Vocal Variety); “The Fish”
Contest, Meeting

September 22 2016 Meeting Synopsis

International Speech and Evaluation Contests

Thursday September 22 was a special Voyagers Toastmasters meeting: The International Speech Contest and Evaluation Contest! The winner of the contest will advance to the Area 12 Contest.

  • Theme: International Speech Contest and Evaluation Contest
  • Toastmaster: Donna G
  • Guests: Augusta (returning guest), Jeff & Daniel B
  • Spotlight Speaker for Evaluation Contest: Michael S
  • Best Evaluator: John W
  • Best Speaker: John W, “Recharge or Reset”