Century Toastmasters Meeting Minutes 2-23-05
Century Toastmaster Meeting Minutes 2-23-05
Theme: Speech Evaluation
WOW: Critique – an assessment of something, usually a creative work, with comments
on its good and bad qualities
With a dozen members present at the meeting, and guest James Jang in attendance for the second time, Century Toastmasters got off to an enthusiastic beginning led by the new America citizen, Jude Awiylika, starting the Pledge of Allegiance. President Dick Larkin opened up the meeting, telling the group of his experience in attending a nearby Co-op Toastmasters meeting, where they were celebrating their 31st anniversary. Back from Missouri, Doug Goodman volunteered right away at the chance to be Toastmaster for the day. Doug led the self-introductions, and asked everyone to introduce him or herself, and say how long he or she has been in Toastmasters. The award for the longest membership period went to Jim Tucker with 30 years under his belt, and Jose De La Torre got the honor for having the meeting being his first as an official member. Congratulations!
Chief Judge Joe Stewart got the competition off on the right foot by explaining the rules and procedures for the Evaluation Contest. He also noted that Century Toastmasters is hosting an evaluation workshop within the next month or so. With everyone on the straight and narrow, it was time for the “Specimen Speech” of the day.
Dick started his speech “Creating a Successful Club Climate” by first reviewing with the group the club’s accomplishments, but then went on to explain some actions Century Toastmasters can take to create an even better club climate. He asked us to think about setting a good example for others, volunteering more within the club, paying more attention to guests, and encouraging fellow members, among other suggestions. Dick presented the material very well, and gave us all useful, important pointers that can benefit the whole club.
The five contestants Martin Olmeda, me (Molly Frisbie), Jude Awiylika, Matt Greenbergs, and Byron Shovlain were led out of the room to prepare for our evaluations. After some quick note scribbling Jim took our papers away, and Martin was the first to evaluate the speech. All the contestants did a thorough job, and most noted Dick’s ability to focus and hold the audience’s attention with his voice, eye contact, and direct mention of audience members. His good use of the overhead and his slides was also mentioned, and it was noted that he could work on maintaining his energy level throughout giving a speech, as well as his speaking speed, as the designated time closes in.
After careful tallying, Martin Olmeda was announced as the Evaluation Contest Winner, and Byron Shovlain the runner-up. The Area Contest will take place March 11, 6 p.m. at nearby Solar Turbines. Everyone is invited to cheer on our contestants, Martin and Jim Tucker. Stay tuned for more details!
The next meeting is Wednesday, March 2, in Building 4, room 4120C.
Molly Frisbie, Secretary
Century Toastmasters
Century Toastmasters Agenda 2-23-05
Please let me know if you'd like to enter the contest as EVALUATOR 3.
CENTURY TOASTMASTERS
CLUB 9273 – Vision statement “YES, You CAN“
Club website: www.centurytoastmasters.com
WEDNESDAY, February 23, 2005 12 NOON TO 1:00 P.M.
San Diego Gas & Electric, 8306 Century Park Court Building 4, 4120C
Theme: Speech Evaluation
WOW: Critique – an assessment of something, usually a creative work, with comments on its good
and bad qualities
12:05 CALL TO ORDER, PLEDGE Jude Awiylika
OPEN MEETING Dick Larkin
12:10 TOASTMASTER Alan Colton
12:12 SELF INTRODUCTIONS All
12:15 CHIEF JUDGE Joe Stewart
12:20 SPEAKER Dick Larkin
12:30 EVALUATOR #1 Molly Frisbie
EVALUATOR #2 Martin Olmeda
EVALUATOR #3 Open
12:40 TIMER’S REPORT Byron Shovlain
12:43 INTERVIEW OF CONTESTANTS Alan Colton
COMPILE RESULTS
12:50 PRESENT AWARDS Alan Colton
12:55 BUSINESS WRAP UP Dick Larkin
OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE – Wednesday March 2, CP4120C
Toastmaster: Tony Gutierrez Timer: Open
Educational Moment: Open General Evaluator: Open
Speaker 1: Molly Frisbie, CTM 4 Evaluator 1: Open
Speaker 2: Jude Awiyalika, CTM 3 Evaluator 2: Open
Speaker 3: Byron Shovlain, CTM 7 Evaluator 3: Open
Table Topics Master: Open Grammarian/Ah Counter: Open
Speaker for Wednesday's Evaluation Contest
Although I'm happy to be the speaker for the evaluation contest, I've learned that it might be better to have someone who is working on their CTM be the speaker who is evaluated.
Who would like to step up and be the speaker next week?
One of the best benefits is that you receive evaluations from several different perspectives which gives you more opportunities to improve.
This is a fabulous opportunity, and we only have space for one. You may find that this one moment propels you to a new level.
If you're interested, please contact Joe Stewart Joe.Stewart@twp.cc . First come, first served.
Yes I can, Yes I will.
Thanks,
Dick
Evaluation Contest & Tax Tip Seminar
Next week is our club evaluation contest where one speaker (me) will be
evaluated by the contestants. Then the other club members vote on who
did the best job of evaluating my speech.
It's a really cool contest, because there's no preparation (except for
me) and we emphasize the benefits of Toastmasters' feedback which is
what makes us improve our communications.
You may sign up to be a contestant at the meeting, or let Joe Stewart
(joe.stewart@twp.cc) know in advance.
Also, we just confirmed that on March 9, Mark Gray from Liberty Tax
Services will give a 20 minute talk titled "5 Ways to Save Money on
Your Taxes". This is one meeting that could have an immediate boost in
your pocket. Please invite two friends to attend this session. It's a
great way to showcase our club, and to add an immediate benefit to all
attendees.
Oh, and one last thing. Our Club has already attained "Distinguished
Status" for achieving 5 of the 10 goals outlined by Toastmasters
International. Century Toastmasters is held up by the District
leadership as an outstanding model for all to follow.
The schedule is filling up fast. Contact Joe to get your next speech
scheduled.
Thanks and see you next week,
Dick Larkin
Century Toastmasters Meeting Minutes 2-16-05
Century Toastmasters Meeting Minutes 2-16-05
Theme: Public Speaking
WOW: Mellifluous – one flowing as with honey; pleasant and soothing to listen to; as, a mellifluous voice
President Dick Larkin got the meeting started, energizing the crowd of 16 Toastmasters, including three guests! Everyone introduced him or herself, and answered the question, “How has public speaking affected your life?” Answers ranged from professional development to helping in getting to know new people.
Chief Judge Matt Greenbergs began the speech contest by explaining the rules of the contest, and passing out the score sheets. Joe Stewart prepared as timer, assuring the speakers only present for the allotted time of 4:30 minutes to 7:30 minutes. Jim Tucker’s name was chosen as the first speaker.
Jim’s speech titled “Love Is” started off with the statement “It feels good to love, and have someone love you back.” His speech delved into the details of how he has learned to love in his life, and figured out what “love is.” For Jim, love is private, public and priceless. He learned about private love from his mother, public love from his wife and priceless love from his children. Jim’s skill of weaving personal stories into a universal theme the whole audience can relate to showed through with his touching speech.
Dick presented his speech titled “Mission Impossible.” Dick explained the blunders of helping his fourth grade daughter with a school project, specifically building a model of a California mission. His story expressed his experiences of trying to not only help his daughter, but satisfy his wife. In the end Dick proved to be an All-Star Dad, buying the best materials for the model, and even driving all the way up to Ventura to see the mission in person with his family. Dick always does a fine job of using just the right amount of humor in his speeches.
Toastmasters members then had the opportunity to vote on the speaker that moves on to the next level of competition. Jim Tucker will have the opportunity to represent Century Toastmasters!
Next week is the Club Evaluation Contest. Dick is the speaker, and three people will give evaluations of his speech. The rest of the Toastmasters will then vote on the best evaluator who will go on to continue competing as an evaluator outside of Century Toastmasters. Alan Colton is the Toastmaster for the meeting. Please email Joe Stewart (Joe.Stewart@twp.cc) if you’re interested in being an evaluator. It takes no preparation! The meeting is Wednesday, February 23, building 4, room 4120C.
Thank you to our guests Ben Greet, Maria Bastian, and James Jang. We look forward to seeing you again!
Molly Frisbie, Secretary
Century Toastmasters
