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A Well-Lived Toastmasters Life

Herb Nowlin has gained lasting friendships and family memories.

Paul Sterman

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Presentation Skills

Speaking on the Spot

How to prepare for an impromptu speech.

Cathey Armillas, DTM

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Personal Growth

Boosting Your Self-Esteem

Tips to recognize your self-worth and help you succeed.

Emily Sachs, DTM

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A Golden Experience

One Toastmaster took his communication skills to reality television.

Laura Mishkind

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Goal Setting

Set Yourself Up for A Successful Year

Use these strategies to set and achieve real goals.

Olya Amelina

2024 Accredited Speakers Lauren Parsons and Maureen Zappala

Toastmasters News

New Accredited Speakers Exemplify Resilience

The two accomplished women persevered through previous doubts.

Stephanie Darling

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Goal Setting

Your Goals Guide

Fill out this worksheet to take steps toward success.

The Toastmaster magazine staff

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Personal Growth

Cultivate Creativity With Curiosity

The desire to learn opens up a world of possibilities.

Caren Schnur Neile, Ph.D.

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A Century of Toastmasters

Celebrating 100 Years of Toastmasters

Members commemorate the centennial anniversary with parties, decorations, and Dr. Ralph C. Smedley.

The Toastmaster magazine staff

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Presentation Skills

Stop Talking So Much!

Why people overspeak and how to keep discussions concise.

Joel Schwartzberg

Storytelling

Finding Story-Worthy Moments

Collect memories and speech material this holiday season.

Megan Preston Meyer

Nerves

Use Your Brain to Calm Your Speaking Nerves

How neuroscience can keep you calm and nimble onstage.

Katie Stoddart

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