Columbus Communicators Toastmasters

01/08/2014

5 Steps to Conquering Public-Speaking Anxiety

http://entm.ag/1kqAOzq

People most likely to suffer from speaking anxiety are those who care most about their careers. The reason is that overachievers are highly aware of the...

11/20/2013

How to ruin your presentation in the last 30 seconds

http://www.ragan.com/Main/Articles/47582.aspx …

You're about to wrap up a fantastic speech, and you choose to end with,

10/02/2013

Amy Cuddy’s research on body language reveals that we can change other people’s perceptions — and even our own body chemistry — simply by changing body positions

http://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are.html

Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy shows how “power posing” -- standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don’t feel confident -- can affect testosterone and cortisol levels in the brain, and might even have an i...

08/27/2013

Congratulations to our 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners for today's Table Topics Contest! The topic was - "If you could go back in time and talk to your 10-year-old self, what advice would you give?"

08/26/2013

Tomorrow is our Table Topics Contest -- come cheer on our club members, participate in the contest or just observe! Just remember to please arrive at 8:15 am so we can start/end on time.

Good luck to all the contestants! :)

08/06/2013

In spirit of our upcoming Speech Contest, Aug. 27th, here are tips for delivering a humorous speech!

http://magazines.toastmasters.org/article/Tips_for_Humorous_Speeches/777025/74755/article.html

Tips for Humorous Speeches

08/06/2013

This is just a reminder that our next meeting is not tomorrow but next Tuesday, August 13, 2013. See you then!

07/31/2013

Should you rehearse your speech in front of a mirror?

http://www.prdaily.com/Main/Articles/14937.aspx

In the time before video cameras, it was a viable option. Now, technology offers a better way to gauge your effectiveness as a speaker.

05/24/2013

Our next meeting is not impacted by the Memorial Day holiday. We hope everyone has a great weekend and that we see you on Tuesday 5/28 at 8:30am!

05/12/2013

Our VP of PR will be talking to the City of Dublin, Ohio - Government tomorrow morning about the benefits of Toastmasters. Confidence, clarity, leadership skills and so much more!

05/06/2013

Public speaking lessons from Julia Child -- mix clear explanations and definitions with a dash of humor, and a flurry of demonstrations

http://www.prdaily.com/Main/Articles/13071.aspx

Every episode of "The French Chef" is a recipe for public speaking.

04/26/2013

The sound of a speaker's voice may matter twice as much as the content of the message, according to a new study...

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887323735604578440851083674898.html?mod=WSJ_hps_sections_careerjournal

New research shows the sound of a person's voice strongly influences how he or she is seen. Annoyed listeners often assume nothing can be done to change an irritating voice. But people's voices can be improved through therapy, coaching or feedback.