Feb 8, 2007

Linguists of Listowel toastmasters met at St Paul’s Lutheran church.
Theme: Getting your feet wet

Speechcraft Coordinator Keith welcomed 8 members and 4 speechcrafters. Everyone gathered as a group and enjoyed a mental telepathy mind game.

The object is to improve concentration, focus and group thinking.

A) The group starts walking around. As soon as one person stops walking then the whole group must stop. Keep trying until the group stops as one.
B) The group stands still, closes eyes and starts talking. As soon as one person stops talking then everyone stops.
C) The group walks and talks with their eyes open. As soon as one person stops talking then everyone must stop talking and walking.
D) The group walks and talks with their eyes open. As soon as one person stops walking then everyone must stop talking and walking.

Introductions were practiced and then George presented Table Topics. He asked people to talk for one minute about the first time they experienced the event that they pulled out of the envelope. Elizabeth won the trophy and prize.

Sheryl explained her role as timer. She mastered the stop watch very well.
Brian led the educational module on “Introducing a Speaker”
Darlene, Elizabeth, Sandra and Leo all presented their Ice breaker speeches. The members who weren’t there will be able to present theirs next week.

Keith explained the objectives of next weeks assignment “Speaking with Sincerity”.
Diane gave a sample speech “Are You at Risk?” She shared some interesting facts about type 2 diabetes and stressed the importance of a healthy lifestyle, healthy weight and the importance of regular exercise.

Advisors and speechcrafters had a chance to discuss any questions or concerns.
Keith adjourned the meeting and everyone enjoyed some refreshments.