Berowra Toastmasters

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Nervous before speaking? You're not alone! Try this 4-7-8 breathing technique: Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds,...
27/05/2025

Nervous before speaking? You're not alone! Try this 4-7-8 breathing technique: Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, exhale for 8 seconds. Repeat 3-4 times before taking the stage. This calms your nervous system and helps channel that adrenaline into positive energy. At Berowra Toastmasters, we provide a supportive environment to practice managing speech anxiety.

Did you know that communication is 55% body language, 38% tone of voice, and only 7% the actual words you use? Your post...
23/05/2025

Did you know that communication is 55% body language, 38% tone of voice, and only 7% the actual words you use? Your posture, gestures, and facial expressions speak volumes before you say a word! At tonight's meeting, our members practiced "power posing" for 2 minutes before their speeches to boost confidence. Try this technique before your next presentation and let us know if you feel the difference!

Great leaders are great listeners! Active listening—focusing completely on the speaker, acknowledging their message, and...
20/05/2025

Great leaders are great listeners! Active listening—focusing completely on the speaker, acknowledging their message, and responding thoughtfully—builds trust and understanding. Try this technique: In your next conversation, resist the urge to plan your response while the other person is speaking. Instead, focus entirely on understanding their perspective. How might this simple shift improve your leadership effectiveness?

Could you speak for 1-2 minutes on a random topic with zero preparation? That's the Table Topics challenge—a Toastmaster...
16/05/2025

Could you speak for 1-2 minutes on a random topic with zero preparation? That's the Table Topics challenge—a Toastmasters tradition that builds impromptu speaking skills! This week's best response was about "the perfect sandwich" (who knew our VP Education had such passionate opinions about proper condiment layering?). Join us to try this fun, challenging exercise that builds confidence for job interviews, meetings, and everyday conversations!

Looking for the secret to instant connection with your audience? It's all in the eyes! Make meaningful eye contact with ...
13/05/2025

Looking for the secret to instant connection with your audience? It's all in the eyes! Make meaningful eye contact with different people throughout your speech—aim to complete one full thought (5-8 seconds) while looking at one person before moving to another. This creates personal connections and builds trust with your entire audience. Try this technique at our next meeting!

Presentation perfection follows the 10-20-30 rule: 10 slides, 20 minutes, minimum 30-point font. This approach, populari...
09/05/2025

Presentation perfection follows the 10-20-30 rule: 10 slides, 20 minutes, minimum 30-point font. This approach, popularized by Guy Kawasaki, keeps your audience engaged and focused on your message rather than drowning in details. Remember, less is more when it comes to effective communication! Join us at Berowra Toastmasters to practice this technique.

Silence isn't awkward—it's powerful! Strategic pauses give your audience time to absorb your message and create dramatic...
06/05/2025

Silence isn't awkward—it's powerful! Strategic pauses give your audience time to absorb your message and create dramatic emphasis. Next time you speak, try pausing for 2-3 seconds after making an important point. You'll be amazed at how this simple technique can transform your delivery and command attention.

07/01/2025

Set yourself up for excellence in 2025! Start by checking out what we do at Berowra Toastmasters on Thursday, 13 February 2025 at 7.15pm. Please message us for more information - https://berowra.toastmastersclubs.org/?contactus

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