1. LeadershipArt & SpeechCraft
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LeadershipArt & SpeechCraft

2. Art / Craft
Art – the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination
Craft - skill in doing or making something
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3. Mission
Toastmasters International Mission We empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.
District Mission We build new clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence.
Club Mission We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
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4. District 38
SpeechCraft

5. SpeechCraft What is SpeechCraft?
SpeechCraft is a 4-8 session workshop designed to teach communication and leadership skills to groups of 5-10 participants.
A team of experienced Toastmasters conducts the SpeechCraft using materials supplied by Toastmasters International.
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6. How SpeechCraft Program Works
Integral part of Club meeting – extra 30 minutes, 5 Participants
Advantages:
Provides participants with a sample of the TM club experience
Easier for participants to become members
Outside of Club meeting – minutes
More participants can be accommodated
Conduct the program for a particular group
Possible formation of a new Toastmasters club
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7. SpeechCraft Typical Agenda
Welcome
Table Topics
Participant speeches (3-5 minutes)
Speech evaluations by advisors
Educational presentation
Evaluation of Educational presentation
Discussion of assignments, speaker/advisor workshop
General Evaluation
Announcements
Adjournment
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8. 8 Session Schedule Session 1: Introduction to SpeechCraft
Session 2: “Icebreaker” speeches
Session 3: “Be In Earnest” speeches
Session 4: “Organize Your Speech” speeches
Session 5: “Show What You Mean” speeches
Session 6: “Vocal Variety” speeches
Session 7: “Work With Words” speeches
Session 8: Open Topic speeches – presentation of certificates
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9. 6 Session Schedule Session 1: Introduction to SpeechCraft
Session 2: “Icebreaker” speeches
Session 3: “Be In Earnest” speeches
Session 4: “Organize Your Speech” speeches
Session 5: “Show What You Mean” speeches
Session 6: “Vocal Variety” speeches – presentation of certificates
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10. 4 Session Schedule Session 1: Introduction to SpeechCraft
Session 2: “Icebreaker” speeches
Session 3: “Be In Earnest” speeches
Session 4: “Organize Your Speech” – presentation of certificates
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11. Benefits for Participants
Gain confidence in public speaking
Develop  communication and language skills
Learn to think quickly and clearly
Become an effective listener
Evaluate effectively
Use body language and visual aids
Advance  social skills
Improve job or promotion prospects
Experience benefits of a TM club without having to initially join
Problem-solving
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12. Benefits for Participants (cont’d)
Meeting in larger groups
Motivating people
Selling ideas or products
Conducting business meetings
Impromptu Speaking
Managing Nervousness
Introducing a Speaker
Preparation & Practice
Speech Structure & Organization
Beginning & Concluding a Speech
Body Language / Vocal Variety
Knowing an Audience
Friendships / Networking
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13. Benefits for Clubs Build club membership
Give new members a helping hand with the different meeting roles
Reach out to the community
Give experienced members an opportunity to grow
Share the Toastmasters experience with others
SpeechCraft students who decide to join the club are up to speed and already have 3-4 speeches towards their CC.
SpeechCraft students invite their family and friends to the graduation ceremony, which takes place at club meeting location – which introduces them to Toastmasters and possibly inspire them to join.
Acquire additional funds in their treasury if SpeechCraft students choose to not join the club (see “fees” below)
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14. Benefits for Clubs (cont’d)
One member can earn credit towards AL as SpeechCraft coordinator
One member can earn credit towards AL by conducting Evaluation Course
Additional members can earn credit towards ACB,ACS or ACG by conducting Better Speaker Series modules to SpeechCraft students.
Members can complete the mentoring requirement in the CL manual by coaching SpeechCraft students
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15. SpeechCraft Starter Kit
Item: 205
Part of the Success Communication Series. Presentation Time: 4, 6, or 8 sessions; 1-2 hours each This speech training workshop will bring prospective new members into your club to see what Toastmasters is all about. Can be presented either as an integral part of your club meeting or as an outside-the-club seminar at a different location. Complete materials for starting and promoting a SpeechCraft program for five people. Includes: 3 Coordinator's Guides (Item 204)
10 Instructions for the Advisor (Item 208)
5 Speechcraft Workbooks (Item 204H)
15 copies of An Opportunity To Succeed (Item 207)
3 copies of #1 Membership Building Tool (Item 203A)
5 Participant's Certificates (Item 261)
Coordinator's Certificate (Item 260)
Expanding Your Horizons (Item 211)
Product Weight: lbs Member Price: $20.00     
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16. District 38 Incentive
District 38 leadership has generously offered to provide at no charge (i.e. FREE!) the $20 TI SpeechCraft Starter Kit (Item 205) to the first 20 clubs who hold a SpeechCraft during the months of January 2014 through March 2014.
To qualify, you must submit your SpeechCraft event to the District 38 calendar and send your SpeechCraft flyer (flyer must include dates, club name, contact person and location) to the District 38 SpeechCraft coordinator: Brian Cavanaugh ).
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17. Rules for Fees
Clubs may charge a reasonable fee for conducting a SpeechCraft program.
The fee should cover program expenses (materials, refreshments, room rental).
Any remaining money must be placed in the club’s treasury. (No individuals, educational institutions or other organizations may derive financial gain either directly or indirectly from the presentation of these programs.)
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18. District 38
LeadershipArt

19. District 38
Art – the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination

20. What You Can Do
Division Governors: Get the word out to your Area Governors
Area Governors: Get the word out to you Club Presidents, VPE, VPM, VPPR
Club Officer: Encourage your Club to host a SpeechCraft
Contact me for more information: Brian Cavanaugh
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21. We build new clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence.
District Mission
We build new clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence.
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