Scott shared “Fundamentals of Public Speaking” as Toastmaster

10 Members / 6 Guests = 16 attendees

2 Prepared Speeches / 3 Table Topics

Started on time / Ended 6 minutes over 

Other Highlights:-          WOD – “Gratis” – without charge; free.

–          Scott’s Fundamentals to practice in every speaking opportunity:

   Diaphragmatic Breathing – A few breaths before speaking can help you relax:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diaphragmatic_breathing  

Eye Contact – Hold eye contact with individual audience members for 3-5 seconds to establish a connection  

Movement – Imagine the stage is a baseball diamond to help you move to different areas on the floor

–          Bruce joked that we are all “doing it” and to stop it!  — Reacting that is:  Take time to be mindful instead of reacting in anger.

–          Nadine inspired the audience to throw their old baggage to the curb and to achieve great things.

–          Jerome pointed out how using content from the present moment in a humorous way can help win over your audience – Nice Job Nadine!

–          Guest Sarah took home Best Table Topics:  “Prayer is good, but prayer with action is better.”

–          TLI Takeaway Tip – Be willing to be vulnerable and authentic to reach your audience – Thanks for going Nadine, Bob, Sunny and Angela!!

–          Holiday Party on December 17th with pot luck to follow:  Bring a dish and wear an Ugly Christmas Sweater.