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11/17/2025

How is running a 5k race the same as working on any project? Easy- regardless of where you finish, you still need to finish! And when you finish, imagine how good you will feel!

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A running race shares similarities with Toastmasters.

11/10/2025

What happens when you go to a presentation and the presenter or presenters are not dynamic ruining your impression rather drawing you in further? Raise your hand if you've been there! 🙋

Here are some tricks to "hook" your audience from the very beginning!

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Capture attention with no-fail starters and conditional concepts.

11/02/2025

Humor at work? That may sound like a landmine waiting to explode but it can be an effective way to give you command of your audience whether you're presenting to your team or to the company leadership!

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Do it strategically and you’ll succeed, even with the boss.

10/26/2025

NRV Lunch Bunch Toastmasters Toastmasters International Toastmasters Charter Member Angela Dickerson talks about how Toastmasters has helped her career and sharpened her presentation skills as she convinced her company to adopt new presentation software and assisted her church convert to a virtual service during the Covid shutdown.

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DIVISION A, District 66, Toastmasters International District 66 Toastmasters

Angela Dickerson is a charter member of the . She talks about how Toastmasters has really helped in her career and her perso...

09/28/2025

Ever wonder what happens at a NRV Lunch Bunch Toastmasters meeting? The Toastmasters experience at a club meeting is not the tired old social club experience. Our meetings are formal with participation from 10-12 members who take on different roles such as Toastmaster of the Day, General Evaluator, Table Topics Master, Speakers and Evaluators. The meetings are a place where everyone can learn. Take a look at a meeting:

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Watch a video that walks you through the Toastmasters club experience.

09/21/2025

Everyone has a story but do you know how to tell your story? Maybe you struggle with telling your story or maybe you don't feel like anyone would like to hear your story. Join us at the NRV Lunch Bunch Toastmasters and we can help you tell your story and provide a welcoming audience, as well!

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We’re surrounded by stories. I took a trip recently and all I heard were stories: on the shuttle to the airport, while going through the security lines, at the gate, on the airplane, and while waiting for my baggage. Everyone was sharing stories. The flight attendants were no doubt telling stories...

09/14/2025

Glossophobia is the medical term for the fear of public speaking.

It's one of the most common phobias, and it often triggers a "fight-or-flight" response. When someone with glossophobia is faced with public speaking, their body releases stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, which can lead to physical symptoms such as a racing heart, sweating, and trembling.

Do you have glossophibia and do you want to overcome it? Here are some great tips to do so!

Harness the mental tools that boost your public speaking.

09/07/2025

Are you looking to become a great ? Here's a quick checklist to do just that!
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The Toastmaster magazine educates, inspires, and empowers individuals on their journey to become effective speakers, communicators, and leaders.

08/24/2025

Recognizing people who put out the effort is important. As , we should always be looking for ways to not only recognize people who are doing a good job but also be encouraging to our team, club, etc so that "the rising tide raises all boats". Unfortunately, inauthentic praise can actually do more harm! Here are some great tips to avoid inauthentic praise!
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Step up your praise while remaining authentic.

08/17/2025

What if you could turn every conversation into an opportunity to connect, influence, and build trust? It’s simpler than you think.

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A few years ago, I fell into a bad pattern with my wife: I would come home after a bad day, complaining about my coworkers, and my wife would reply with practical suggestions to improve the situation.

08/10/2025

The NFL Preseason and Toastmasters are similar in that they both serve as a low-stakes, high-feedback environment for individuals to practice, get evaluated, and prepare for high-pressure, high-stakes situations.

Here is a point-by-point comparison:

* Practice for the "Real Thing": Both are environments for preparation, not for the final performance. The preseason is for getting ready for the regular season, while Toastmasters is for getting ready for a presentation, a business meeting, or a public speaking engagement.

* Trial and Error: Both are a place to test out new strategies and skills without the fear of a costly failure. A rookie player can try a new play, and a new Toastmaster can try a new vocal style. The goal is to see what works and what doesn't.

* Structured Feedback: In both scenarios, participants receive immediate and constructive feedback. In the NFL, coaches, veteran players, and film reviews analyze performance to highlight areas for improvement. In Toastmasters, members receive formal evaluations from their peers, which focus on specific strengths and areas for growth.

* Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses: The preseason helps a coaching staff identify which players are ready for the big stage and which plays are most effective. Similarly, Toastmasters helps individuals identify their communication strengths and weaknesses, allowing them to build a targeted development plan.

* Lower Stakes: A preseason loss doesn't end a season, and a less-than-perfect speech doesn't ruin a career. This low-pressure atmosphere is precisely what makes both environments so valuable for learning, building confidence, and refining skills.



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08/03/2025

As we start August, are you having problems keeping the momentum going?
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How to stay motivated on long-term projects.