If you have a fuzzy memory and have trouble remembering names, when you meet people for the first time, look them in the eye, shake their hand and repeat their name in the course of the first few minutes of your conversation

To feel energized and healthy: Do stretching exercises every morning, Dirnk 6-8 glasses of water a day, snack on raw vegetables, be kind to yourself, and expect the best.

Please note that no meetings will be held during the Holiday Break (Tuesday, December 25th and January 1st).

Our regular meetings will resume on January 8th, 2008.

Have a happy and safe Holiday season!

In writing your speeches, be graphic. Incorporate the 5 senses (taste, touch, sight, hearing, and smell) into what you are saying. By doing this your audience is more likely to remember what you have to say.

Tuesday, September 11th The McGill Toastmasters Club will hold its landmark 300th meeting. In celebration of this event we encourage everyone to join us for an Open House meeting at which we have the pleasure of presenting the special guest speaker J.A. Gamache.

Mr. Gamache, a fellow Toastmaster, is an award winning keynote and motivational speaker. You will have the opportunity of witnessing not only what will undoubtedly be an exceptional speech, but you will also see an example of the level of public speaking which we all strive to achieve at our meetings every week.

For a sneak peak at our speaker, check out Mr. Gamache’s World Championship Public Speaking presentation at the following YouTube site: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v69uWYNgMLw

Join us September 11, 2007
Location: 688 Sherbrooke Street West, room 1041
Time: 5:30 pm. Entrance for members and guests: Free
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Say all you have to say using the least amount of words possible, (or your reader will lose interest), and in the plainest words so that your reader will not misunderstand them.

On July 10, 2007 Angela He attained her Advanced Communicator Silver status which she achieved delivering speeches from such manuals as Public Relations and Specialty Speeches. She is an inspiration in her enthusiasm and dedication.

Congratulations Angela! We look forward to following your progress with your next Toastmasters endeavor.

Control of Breath before speaking can calm nerves which can be achieved through a short meditation exercise. Breathe in for a count of 5, hold for 7, then breathe out for 9. This will also help you focus on the task at hand.