To All Toastmasters
Being a new to
any group of the people is never easy, no matter whether you talk to new
friends, coworkers, or members of the club. Urge to be accepted, as well as,
desire to become a part of the group that speak the same language, share most
likely similar values, and have their own rules, make most of us a bit reserved
in talking to others.
I am not an
exception. However, recently I became a new member of the
Nuremberg Toastmasters Club, and right away I got fully absorbed not only in the
interacting with people, but also in the public speaking.
To be honest, it
wasn’t really my choice at first. Simply not knowing how the club works and
that there is a possibility to be a guest before you sign in, brought me to the
situation when I took the Ah Counter role and delievered a mini speech at
my very first meeting. I had no idea what to say and what other members expect
from me. I bumbled, I forgot almost all words, and my legs were shaking
uncontrollably. But somehow I got so much support from just everybody that after
the meeting I actually felt enthusiastic. I realized I want to speak in front
of the people and I want to learn more about the different roles at the club to
prepare myself better the next time.
So, I did my
research, applied it to several roles, and now I want to share my experience
with you. I hope it will make all new members feel more comfortable in starting
your path at the Toastmasters club, and it will encourage the more experienced
fellows to talk about things that helped you to become a competent communicator.
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