Toastmasters International -*

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Personal Growth

Cultivate Creativity With Curiosity

The desire to learn opens up a world of possibilities.

Caren S. Neile, PhD

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Presentation Skills

Stop Talking So Much!

Why people overspeak and how to keep discussions concise.

Joel Schwartzberg

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Toastmasters History

Celebrating 100 Years of Toastmasters

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

The Toastmaster magazine staff

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

Personal Growth

Master Your Self-Talk

Filter out negative influences and talk to yourself compassionately.

Lauren Parsons, DTM, AS

Technology

How to Stand Out in an AI World

While artificial intelligence is here to stay, it’s an enhancement, not a replacement.

Victor David

Speechwriting

Focus Your Presentation on Solutions, Not Challenges

Flip a difficult topic into a message of hope and opportunity.

Joel Schwartzberg

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For the Novice

10 Tips for Making the Most of Membership

Take advantage of these lessons from a longtime Toastmaster.

Bill Brown, DTM

Toastmasters History

Toastmasters Make a Positive Impact

Members draw on their skills to help society.

The Toastmaster magazine staff

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Cross-Cultural Communication

Celebrating the Holidays in a Multicultural Workplace

8 tips to make everyone feel welcome.

Dean Foster