Jerome served as Toastmaster to a Family theme – the group had a vibrant, enthusiastic and positive energy!

7 members / 4 guests = 11 attendees

2 Prepared Speeches / 4 Table Topics

Started on Time / Ended 7 minutes over Other Highlights:

–          WOD:  “Defer” – To put off or delay (6 WOD uses!)

–          TLI at Great Wolf Lodge in December / Author event in November

–          5 Types of Family – Nuclear, Extended, Single Parent, Step Family and Childless

–          Sunny taught some Belly Dance moves and put feedback into action in version 2 of her speech

–          Nadine discussed the dangers of Internet Dating and to watch for “The Fisherman” or “Fisherwoman”

–          Fun dating movie – “Must Love Dogs” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASWRj-8da9o

–          Speaking Tip – “Take a Moment” before responding to gather your thoughts or before you use a filler word

–          What Question Elon Musk asks his applicants to tell whether they are lying – https://www.cnbc.com/2018/09/20/tesla-elon-musk-ask-all-job-applicants-this-interview-question.html

–          Jerome took home best Table Topics with some heartfelt advice for expecting parents

–          Other creative language used – Fresh off the Internet, Fadrizzle, System of Dance, Snake Arms, Lure, Cold & Callous, Wherewithal, Be Present, Engaging and Credible