We will encourage you to dream Big, set goals and achieve them! Isn't that what everyone wants? We are located in Huntsville, Alabama. Our club is a safe and supportive place to polish your communication skills. Our members include authors, artist, educators, college students, engineers and even a NASA Scientist! We are a very diverse group. Whether you are working to advance your career, improve your presentation skills or even feel confident speaking in front of others...Hi-Noon Toastmasters Club is the place for you. Still on the fence? Here are 6 reasons why you should join us:
1. You’ll become a better speaker. Yes, that's a "no-brainer" reason for joining Hi-Noon Toastmasters. When you join Toastmasters, you receive a Competent Communicator’s manual which outlines the first ten speeches you will deliver. I'm sure you've heard that “you get out of Toastmasters what you put in.” This is a great reminder that you must put in the work and prepare for your speeches in order to become a better speaker. Of course you will have plenty of help doing that.
2. You’ll become a better listener. By watching other members’ speeches and evaluating their performance, you’ll soon improve your listening skills. Evaluating your fellow club members enables you to really pay attention and listen carefully. This gets you into the habit of listening, absorbing and analyzing…which becomes a valuable learning opportunity.
3. You’ll develop stronger leadership skills. In addition to the opportunity to improve speaking skills, members of Toastmasters can take on leadership roles within their club. Opportunities include President, VP of Education, VP of Public Relations, VP of Membership and Treasurer. These opportunities give you a chance to lead your club and improve the experience of its members. These skills can be transferred to both your personal and professional life.
4. Joining Toastmasters will help improve your job interview skills. The process of practicing your speech and making sure it’s clear and concise will help you in your interviews.
5. Joining Toastmasters will help you think on your feet. Each Toastmasters club has a part of the meeting known as “Table Topics.” During this part, the Table Topics Master lays out a scenario and calls members of the club to the lectern to respond to the statement or answer a question. You might be asked something as simple and fun as “what is your favorite summer vacation memory?” or something complex such as “why do you think there is life on other planets?” In any case, you'll need to think on your toes to response and let me say...that is a great skill to have.
6. You’ll expand your network. Toastmasters is a great way to meet new, interesting and successful people. You have the opportunity to meet many new friends and acquaintances in a wide range of industries. Remember when I said earlier that we are a diverse group? This is true. These members can sometimes become friends and many have become mentors. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to help them, as well. So, are you ready? Join us on Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 1pm. Meet our members, observe our meeting, hear a few speeches and see for yourself if we are a good fit for YOU! Hope to see you this Tuesday!
