Toastmasters New Member Orientation

What is Toastmasters?

What is Toastmasters? Nonprofit organization The goal is to make effective oral communication and leadership a worldwide reality Helps members learn the art of speaking, listening, and thinking

Facts & Figures Established in 1924 More than 260,000 members worldwide Over 12,500 clubs in 116 countries around the world

“Ours is the only organization I know dedicated to the individual. ” “Ours is the only organization I know dedicated to the individual.” — Dr. Ralph C. Smedley Founder, Toastmasters International

Toastmasters Headquarters Then Now

Toastmasters Regions

Region 11

Organization Structure Club 20+ members Area A group of clubs. Division Division J – Dubai & Northern Emirates Areas 8, 30, 33, 57, and 74 District 20 – U.A.E., Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Lebanon District Divisions B, C, D, E, F, H, I, J, K, N, P Region Region 11 – Europe, Africa, Middle East International Board of Directors of Toastmasters International

Education System

New Member Kit

Communication Track You will learn: Speech organization Eye contact Gestures Use of humor Overall delivery

It’s more than giving speeches Learn to organize thoughts Learn to be a better listener Learn to think on your feet Improve body language Work to eliminate bad speech habits Increase your vocabulary Network

The Leadership Track You will learn leadership skills by: Serving as officers at the club level and beyond Fulfilling club meeting roles

Leadership Opportunities Serve as club officer – local and regional Help lead “Speechcraft” workshops Participate in club’s Speakers Bureau for opportunities to speak outside the club setting

Communication Track – What comes next? Choose from 15 advanced manuals to learn skills related to specific interests.

Leadership Track – What comes next? Instruction and practice in: Developing a vision Goal-setting and planning Team-building Developing plans and strategies

Toastmasters Advantages Practical presentation experience A safe place to make mistakes Mentorship opportunities

Benefits Develop critical thinking skills Build listening skills Give and receive constructive feedback Become more at ease in front of a group Learn time management skills Supportive environment Leadership development

Individual Value Unlimited personal growth Clear communication Self-confidence Positive mentoring Improved leadership skills Relationship building

Why is Toastmasters the answer? Low-cost communication and leadership training Constructive evaluations Confidence building Network building Practical experience

You’ll love the Applause

Famous Toastmasters Alumni Chris Matthews – Author and journalist, Host of MSNBC’s Hardball with Chris Matthews Tim Allen – Actor, star of television series Home Improvement Tom Peters – Management expert and author K.C. Jones – Former basketball coach for NBA team, Boston Celtics Linda Lingle – Governor of Hawaii James Lovell – U.S. astronaut; missions included Apollo 13 Debbi Fields Rose – Founder, Mrs. Fields Cookies Leonard Nimoy – Actor, Spock from T.V. series Star Trek

Your potential is limited only by how many excuses you have.