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Le club Saint-Lawrence Toastmasters à Montréal aimerait souhaiter la bienvenue à son nouveau membre Jean-Rock.
Jean-Rock accueilli par Yanick (président du club)
Comme à l’habitude, nous aimons demander à nos nouveaux membres ce qui les a incités à se joindre à notre club. Voici ce que Jean-Rock nous partage :
J’ai choisi St Lawrence Toastmasters en raison de la richesse que ce club comporte en termes d’expertise et de passionnés surtout bilingues, donc la possibilité de se surpasser dans les deux langues. Mon objectif est simple : améliorer ma communication orale , m’amuser dans ma créativité et devenir un bon orateur.
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Aimeriez-vous aussi améliorer vos capacités de communication orale? Venez nous rendre visite.
As we embark on another Toastmasters year, we are fervently setting our sights on achieving once again the prestigious “President’s Distinguished Club” recognition, as in previous years.
But what does that status really mean? And more importantly, what value does it bring to you, members of St-Lawrence Toastmasters Club in Montreal?
In essence, the President’s Distinguished Club status is the gold standard in Toastmasters. It’s an accolade that’s awarded to clubs that have demonstrated consistent excellence in providing a supportive environment for public speaking and leadership development. For a club to attain this status, it needs to achieve at least 9 out of the 10 goals set by Toastmasters International, encompassing member education, membership growth, and effective club management.
Last week, Yanick (club president) unveiled the new banner to follow our club’s progression.
Executive committee members Frédéric and Marc, putting red dots to mark the completion of one of the 10 goals.
Yanick (club president) proudly showcases one of our goals completed, as well as red dots on some other goals, bringing us closer to our President’s Distinguished Club status.
So, why should this matter to our members?
Cherchez-vous à perfectionner votre expression orale?
Souhaiteriez-vous optimiser la clarté et la concision de vos propos?
Avez-vous l’envie d’exceller en motivant des groupes, que ce soit en anglais ou en français?
N’attendez plus, passez nous voir au Club St.-Lawrence Toastmasters à Montréal.
Voici le programme de notre réunion du 10 octobre 2023.
The St-Lawrence Toastmasters club in Montreal is delighted to introduce our newest member, Michael.
Yanick (current club president) welcomes new Toastmasters member Michael
We like to encourage our members to discuss what motivated them to join our club. Here’s what Michael shares:
I have managed teams for several years; however, I felt I could improve my presentation and communication with my team and the broader organization. Having struggled to move the needle across teams and engage with other organizations productively, I looked around for training. Only Toastmasters offered the sustained environment and feedback I would need to truly evolve.
At Toastmasters, you can move at your own pace and are nudged into achieving your goals. The club is very much about the journey and not the destination.
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Interested in discovering how Toastmasters can support you in achieving your public speaking and leadership aspirations?
Feel free to come visit us!
Le club St-Lawrence vous invite à célébrer son 75e anniversaire. Réservez tôt!
Date :
Samedi, 4 novembre 2023, 18 h
Lieu :
Restaurant L’Ambroisie
4020, St-Ambroise, salle 140, Montréal H4C 2C7
Coût :
55 $ par personne
Programme :
– Souper (3 couverts), vin
– Bar payant (à partir de 17 h 30)
– Programme spécial
– Orateurs
– Prix de présence
Les billets sont disponibles en ligne à l’adresse suivante :
http://lepointdevente.com/billets/toastmasters75
St-Lawrence Toastmasters invites you to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Reserve early!
Date:
Saturday, November 4, 2023, 6:00 p.m.
Location:
Restaurant L’ Ambroisie
4020 St-Ambroise, Suite 140, Montréal H4C 2C7
Cost:
$55.00 per person
Program:
– Three-course meal, wine
– Cash Bar (starting at 5:30 pm)
– Special program
– Speakers
– Door Prizes
Tickets are available online at the following address:
http://thepointofsale.com/tickets/toastmasters75
Yanick, président actuel de notre club, nous a récemment fait participer à une amusante activité, riche en authenticité. Sur le dessin noir et blanc d’un arbre avec des branches, il a demandé à chaque membre présent à la réunion de tremper son doigt dans de la peinture, pour ensuite l’apposer quelque part sur l’arbre. Voici le résultat :
Toastmasters peut être imaginé comme un arbre robuste et florissant, où chaque membre représente une branche forte et vitale. Cet arbre fictif est orné de fruits colorés, témoins de la diversité, de la créativité et de l’authenticité des membres. Bien que certaines de ces couleurs puissent se ressembler à première vue, chaque empreinte est singulière. Cette métaphore illustre la beauté de Toastmasters : même au sein de similitudes apparentes, chaque contribution et chaque membre demeurent uniques, ajoutant une valeur incomparable à l’ensemble, renforçant ainsi la richesse et la diversité de cette communauté soudée.
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Aimeriez-vous voir comment chacun de nous contribue à la force de notre club? Venez visiter club St-Lawrence Toastmasters au centre-ville de Montréal. Vous verrez comment ce qu’on apprend à Toastmasters aide chaque membre à grandir comme communicateur et leader compétent.
Voici le programme pour la réunion du 26 septembre 2023.
Recently, we came across NC State’s Spring 2023 commencement speech, and as Toastmasters members, we were struck by the exceptional speech-giving techniques displayed. Let’s dive into some skills this speech showcased, all of which we practice at Toastmasters.
Key Techniques Observed:
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Personal Anecdote: One of the most effective ways to engage an audience is through a personal story. The speaker’s narrative about redefining her identity was captivating and allowed listeners to connect emotionally.
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Clarity of Message: A well-defined central theme ensures your message resonates. In this case, the distinction between ‘doing’ and ‘being’ was clear and reiterated effectively, making it memorable.
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Audience Engagement: By acknowledging the diverse experiences of the graduates, the speaker made the audience feel seen and valued, an excellent strategy to maintain interest and rapport.
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Call to Action: The most impactful speeches often leave the audience with a task or thought. The urge to appreciate intrinsic qualities was a compelling take-home message, prompting introspection.
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Effective Pacing: Balancing humor with deeper reflections, the speaker maintained a dynamic rhythm, ensuring sustained attention throughout.
Attending Toastmasters not only hones your speaking skills but also teaches you to recognize and appreciate such techniques in others’ presentations. This speech is a prime example of how effective communication can deeply move an audience and leave a lasting impression.
For those aspiring to improve their public speaking, studying such exemplar speeches and practicing at Toastmasters can be invaluable.
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Would you like to find out more about how Toastmasters can help you become a more effective speaker? Come visit our club!
Here is the programme for the meeting of September 19, 2023.
Aimeriez-vous améliorer votre capacité de vous exprimer en public, ou de devenir un meilleur leader? Venez visiter le club Saint-Lawrence Toastmasters à Montréal pour voir comment Toastmasters peut vous aider à atteindre vos objectifs.
Voici le programme pour la réunion du 12 septembre 2023.
After a well-deserved and relaxing summer break, our weekly Toastmasters meetings will resume on Tuesday September 5, 2023.
Are you interested in improving your speaking abilities? Would you like to be able to express yourself more effectively and become a stronger leader?
Come visit the Saint-Lawrence Toastmasters Club in downtown Montreal and find out how we do it!
Here is the programme for the meeting of September 5, 2023.