I joined Toastmasters four years ago after giving a presentation to over 100 people at work. I categorize this presentation as “blacked out speaking”. I can’t remember a word that I said, but can still remember the confused looks on a lot of peoples faces. Last week I had a presentation at work in front of 85 people. This was my first opportunity to speak in front of this group since my “blacked out speaking” presentation four years earlier. I saw this presentation as my chance to redeem myself.
The Director of my department was getting ready to introduce and all I could think about was, “don’t pass out.” As soon as I clicked on my microphone the game was on. All of the speaking skills I’ve learned at Toastmasters the last four years kicked in. I rocked that presentation! Many people came up to me after the presentation and asked, “Did you take a speaking class?” At that point I told them how invaluable I’ve found Toastmasters to be. Not only in speaking, but in building my leadership skillsl. Then I of course told them to come to a meeting sometime.
Thank you, Toastmasters!
Aimee Assendrup
Boise Club 61 President
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