{"id":1752,"date":"2020-08-05T23:53:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-05T13:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/multisitestaging.onthecoastpublications.com.au\/onthecoastfamilies\/?p=1752"},"modified":"2021-07-03T23:54:38","modified_gmt":"2021-07-03T13:54:38","slug":"is-toastmasters-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/multisitestaging.onthecoastpublications.com.au\/onthecoastfamilies\/is-toastmasters-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Toastmasters for you?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In today\u2019s world, one thing that separates successful people from everyone else is the ability to communicate effectively.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Toastmasters is an international organisation that helps ordinary people like you and me develop skills and confidence so we can effectively and confidently express ourselves in any area of life \u2013&nbsp;work or socially.&nbsp; Whether talking to customers, clients, work colleagues, friends or family, the importance of good communication skills can\u2019t be underestimated. If you want to get the edge and learn how to speak with confidence, clarity and clout, then consider joining Toastmasters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Toastmasters offers a number of Pathways where you can learn \u2013 or hone \u2013 those skills that are important to you. You get better in preparing speeches, or presentations, or simply general verbal communications. You may even want to become adept at leadership. Furthermore, you\u2019ll develop your listening and interpersonal skills in a fun and supportive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>fear of public speaking<\/em> is ranked as a major problem for many people but Toastmasters provides a safe place where you can learn. Remember that everyone had their \u201cL-plates\u201d on once and public speaking is like a muscle, the more you practice, the stronger and better you become! At Toastmasters, we say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>\u201cWe can\u2019t stop the butterflies from happening, but we can teach you how to make them fly in formation and under control.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some benefits of joining Toastmasters:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Become a more effective communicator.<\/li><li>Improve grammar and vocabulary.<\/li><li>Become a great listener.<\/li><li>Learn to give specific, positive, and helpful feedback.<\/li><li>Speak to inspire.<\/li><li>Become more socially confident.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re time poor, a Speechcraft course is for you. These courses are short and intensive to help you develop your verbal communication skills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clubs meet at different venues around the coast (or on Zoom) on different days and times \u2013 usually twice a month. There\u2019s sure to be one to suit YOU. Why not visit one and see how we learn and grow together? 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