ACM: Speeches by Management

Managers encounter a variety of speaking situations in the work environment. This manual offers instruction in giving briefings, preparing and presenting technical speeches, motivating a team, giving a status report and speaking to a hostile group.


Project #1: The Briefing
Executive Summary:
A briefing is the abridged presentation of a topic designed to quickly and competently inform listeners. A versatile tool, the briefing must distill details and be easily understood.

Objectives:

• Organize your briefing material tailoring to your audience's need.
• Give a briefing according to a specific objective (explain, instruct, persuade, or report) so the audience will have an understanding of the information.
• Effectively handle a question-and answer session following the briefing
• TIME : 3 to 5 minutes for speech – 2 to 3 minutes for the question period.

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this presentation is for the speaker to deliver a three- to five-minute briefing to explain, instruct, persuade, or report. The goal of the briefing is the effective communication of information to accomplish specific objectives. The speaker may use visual aids. A two- to three minute question-and-answer session should follow the presentation. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #2: Appraise With Praise
Executive Summary:
Everyone benefits from productive feedback. If given correctly, feedback motivates the receiver to share responsibilities, complete task properly, and increase productivity. When the suggestion for improvement bring results and recognition, individuals are more likely to listen to future suggestions.


Objectives:

• Give a speech demonstrating the importance of how you personally use feedback techniques in your daily life.
• Use constructive evaluation to help someone improve their performance.
• Offer support to empower them to change.
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this assignment was for the speaker to work with a partner to enact an evaluation situation and use the constructive techniques discussed in this project to provide an evaluation. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #3: Persuade And Inspire
Executive Summary:
Motivation is complex conundrum. You need to recognize individuals' unique personal motives if you wish to motivate them to achieve their maximum potential. Show you listeners how their existing personal goals align with the goals of your Toastmasters club, an organization, or company. Use positive imagery, graphic descriptive language, and energetic gestures to convey your message. Conclude with a decisive call to action.

Objectives:

• Understand the concept of motivation.
• Use the described strategies to align the audience's goals with your objective.
• Deliver a motivational speech and influence your audience to a specific action.
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this presentation was for the speaker, as a team leader, to deliver a five- to seven-minute motivational speech designed to persuade and inspire by making the audience understand the personal goals can be realized through the achievement of organizational goals. The delivery should make use of vivid descriptors and dynamic gestures. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #4: Communicating Change
Executive Summary:
Change is the only constant in the universe. The challenge is persuading people not only to accept, but to embrace change. Open, sincere communication and empathy are the best methods of gaining support and instigating enthusiastic adoption of change.

Objectives:

• Introduce a new idea or change to established operations or method.
• Show the audience how the change will benefit them.
• Overcome any resistance to the new idea and gain the audience's support.
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose for this presentation was for the speaker to deliver a five- to seven-minute speech introducing a new idea or change to a group. The speaker is to emphasize how the change will benefit the audience, overcome any resistance to the new idea, and gain the audience's support. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #5: Delivering Bad News
Executive Summary:
Not every message you deliver will be a positive one. Proficient speakers must master one of the most difficult communication skills - the art of delivering bad news. Your goal for this project is to delivery bad news in a positive, professional, respectful way. Preparation and organization are vital to successfully accomplish this goal.

Objectives:

• Deliver bad news with tact and sensitivity.
• Organize your speech appropriately for your audience.
• Conclude with a pleasant note and maintain the audience's goodwill
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes 

Note to the Evaluator:
The speaker has the option of organizing a five- to seven-minute speech designed to deliver bad news to a group or to role play a scenario (with a partner) delivering bad news to an individual. It is recommended that you read the entire project before the presentation. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.

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Item 226F

Time Travel

Speech Title: "Time Traveling"

This Toastmaster is attempting the Competent Communicator project #3: Get To The Point (click here for the objectives).

This speaker entices the audience interest by asking a series of questions;

“Would you like to go back in time?”

“Would you like to re-live the special moments in our lives?”

“Would you like to revisit the special places in the right time?”

After receiving a number of positive responses, he made his pitch,

“Would you like to be a Time Traveller?”

If the audience answers positively again, he shares three simple steps to achieve that objective;
Step #1: Find a rich investor to fund the project
Step #2: Find a mad scientist to build the time machine
Step #3: When you successfully manage to travel back in time, do not ruin the speaker’s future.

The speaker brings the audience back to reality, stating that (presently) Time Travelling only exist in the movies. He sort for examples of movies that has time travelling as part of story and the audience reported.

He proceeds to share his perspective of time travelling that one can actually travel back in time. We will not be able to change anything of the past, but one can learn from it. He shares that scientist named this ability ‘Mental Time Travelling’ - which is a study of the brain about the past to predict the future outcome. If one is interested, they can search the Internet.

He then progress to share his version of ‘Mental Time Travelling’ and ask if the audience can recall what they did in the morning. One of the audience decided to demonstrate what he was doing by making snoring noises. The speaker was unshaken and continue with his presentation. He asked whether the audience can recall what they saw, heard, smell and physically touched in the morning. Most of the audience are unable to recall and the speaker pointed it out to be normal. This is because things have become routine, and we start being on ‘autopilot’. This automated pace or mode, the speaker points out is a failure to appreciate life and the life around us.

He shared that it is important to recognize or to make an experience ‘special’. When an experience is deemed to be ‘special’, we can recall it easily in then on and in the future. He gave a few examples in a humorous manner.

He illustrated his point by sharing how he had ‘travel’ back to the past, back 8 years to his wedding day. He describe his (then) bride-to-be, the emotions that were running through his head, and the situation around him.

At the conclusion he shares the benefits of ‘Mental Time Travel’, that these short trips to happy moments in the past can uplift ones spirits. When one is down, one can recall the successes and challenges that were overcome to give him strength to face current challenges. Indirectly if we wish to have happier memories, we will then focus to make the future brighter for us to recall them later.


OBSERVATIONS:
Strengths of the speaker

• This speaker is able to use pauses effectively to allow the audience to response as well as to allow his points to sink in. 
• He has a very good ‘poker’ (straight) face when he delivers his punch lines and this adds to the humorous aspects of his presentation.
• He is able to use descriptive words well to help the audience to imagine the surroundings that he is sharing about.

Some suggestion for improvement

• The speaker could increase his speaking rate a bit as there were some parts of the presentation, the delivery became draggy (slow).
• There are some moments the speaker appeared to had momentarily forgotten his lines. With a bit more practice, I believe this can be avoided.

I felt the speaker was able to present an entertaining speech while delivering some important messages;

• about how we should not to take things for granted. 
• That we should not to just go through the daily routine or motion, but to live and appreciate each moment as special. 
• To make memories that are worth recalling in the future.

How about you? What do you think are the strengths of the speaker,  and suggestions you will give to the speaker? Please feel free to comment below.


Disclaimer: The observations above about the strengths and suggestions are the personal opinion of the writer and does not constitute as to what is the right (or wrong) way of presenting a speech or the project intended. The purpose for these observations are for us to be self-aware of our styles, and how we can bring our presentation skills to the next level.

Forum '14: Toastmasters @ The Workplace

Toastmasters International District 51, Kuala Terengganu Annual Conference. Event: Forum '14: Toastmasters @ The Workplace




Forum '14: Toastmasters @ The Workplace

INTRODUCTION: The 21st century workplace is face-paced, global, innovative and competitive. What do our CCs, CLs, ACs, ALs and DTMs mean and how much they "weigh" when we step out the doors of Toastmasters and into the battlefield of employment and business?

Do the communication and leadership skills we develop through Toastmasters really have an impact on our career and business?

In this forum, we will discuss the relevance and fluidity of Toastmasters in the different aspects of work as well as business and explore how Toastmasters should be integrated into corporate development and organizational growth.

Our panel speakers comprises of an interesting mix of three baby-boomers and a Gen-Y "baby": one lady and three men. They will share their respective stories and present their views, based on their corporate exposure, business acumen, leadership training and experience in Toastmasters.

OBJECTIVES:

• To reinforce the fact that our personal development through Toastmasters gives us the competitive advantage in the workplace.
• To inspire young adults, especially Gen-Ys, to endorse and embrace Toastmasters.
• To call out to District leaders and club leaders to reach out to young adults.
• To encourage Toastmasters who take up leadership roles to equip themselves with the necessary training and skills so that they can be more effective in carrying out their respective roles in Toastmasters. In addition to that, they are able to transfer their learning from Toastmasters to the workplace.
• To encourage integration of the Toastmasters program into corporate development and organizational growth

THE MODERATOR: LeAnn Tang, DTM
THE PANEL SPEAKERS:

• George Yen, DTM
• Kiang Faang Pyng, DTM
• R. Sivanganam, DTM
• Zahir Ahmad, ACB CL

Date: 3 May 2014
Venue: Primula Beach Hotel, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia.
Club Website: http://www.tmdistrict51.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/D51Toastmasters‎

ACM: Facilitating Discussion

Facilitating Discussion. Group discussions are common, and this manual provides instruction in facilitating the most common types of discussions. Learn about moderating a panel discussion, facilitating a brainstorming meeting, leading a problem-solving discussion, handling challenging people during discussions, and helping a problem-solving group achieve a consensus. 


Project #1: The Panel Moderator
Executive Summary:
A panel discussion is an excellent method for presenting different perspectives of an issue, event, or decision. Much like the Toastmaster at a club meeting, the panel moderator facilitates the discussion, introduce the panelists, moderates the question-and-answer session after the presentations, and keeps the discussion focused and on track.

Objectives:

• Select a topic for a panel discussion.
• Identify differing viewpoints to be addressed by panelists
• Organize and moderate a panel discussion.
• Recommended TIME: 28 - 30 minutes. Optional TIME: 22 - 26 minutes.

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this project was for the moderator to select a topic for a panel discussion, select panelists, and moderate the discussion. Each panelist covers a different aspect or viewpoint of the subject so no material overlaps. After all panelists have spoken the moderate facilitates a question-and-answer session. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #2: The Brainstorming Session
Executive Summary:
Brainstorming is a useful tool for solving problems. The group is asked to quickly generate a list of possible solutions or ideas without considering merit or practicality. The facilitator oversees the process and strives to generate maximum involvement and participation. from the group. Once a list is generated, the facilitator may ask the group to discuss the ideas and reduce it until the best few remain.

Objectives:

• Select a problem for a brainstorming session for which you serve as facilitator.
• Conduct a brainstorming session.
• Have participants reduce the list of ideas to the three best.
• Recommended TIME: 31 - 33 minutes. Optional TIME: 20 - 22 minutes.

Note to the Evaluator:
For this project, the speaker serves as a facilitator for a brainstorming session. The session's purpose is to find one or more solutions to a problem. The facilitator serves in a neutral capacity, encouraging participation and keeping the group focused. Once a list is generated, the facilitator helps the group identify the three best or most practical ideas. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #3: The Problem-Solving Discussion
Executive Summary:
Bringing people together to discuss and resolve a problem is common. The facilitator leads the discussion, keeping it orderly and focused so the group can discuss the issues and reach a decision quickly and efficiently. Three ways to reach a final decision are majority vote, multivoting, and nominal group technique.

Objectives:

• Discuss the three ideas generated in Project 2.
• Determine which one best resolves the problem.
• Recommended TIME: 26 - 31 minutes. Optional TIME: 19 - 23 minutes.

Note to the Evaluator:
This assignment requires the speaker to serve as a facilitator, leading the group in discussing possible solutions to a problem and selecting the best one by using one of three voting methods. The facilitator ensures each participant has the opportunity to contribute. The facilitator is neutral, functioning only to draw out and focus the group's thoughts. The facilitator should bring the group to a decision. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #4: Handling Challenging Situations
Executive Summary:
Often some people involved in discussions display behaviors that disrupt the group's efforts. One of the facilitator's responsibilities is to minimize these disruptions by using recommended techniques. He or she should avoid embarrassing anyone or being overbearing.

Objectives:

• Select a problem and ask club members to discuss and resolve it by either a majority vote or by compromise
• Serve as facilitator for the discussion
• Effectively handle any member's behavioral problems that may interfere with the discussion.
• Recommended TIME: 22 - 32 minutes. Optional TIME: 12 - 21 minutes.

Note to the Evaluator:
This project involves a role-play, in which some members of the discussion group assume the roles of people who disrupt the discussion for which the speaker is serving as facilitator. The speaker is to select a problem that can be solved in the allotted time and ask club members to discuss and resolve it. Then use one of the two voting methods the speaker did not use in Project 3 to make a final decision. Should any group members disrupt the discussion or seem unwilling to participate, the speaker is to use some of the suggested methods to keep the discussion focused. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write your answers to the questions below.


Project #5: Reaching a Consensus
Executive Summary:
Many consider consensus decision-making the best of all decision-making options because the results are often acceptable to every participant, although they may not be everyone's preference. The process to reach a consensus requires more time than other options and requires a facilitator who is good at listening, probing, clarifying, and managing disagreements.

Objectives:

• To select a problem for the group to discuss and resolve.
• As facilitator, help the group reach a consensus
• Recommended TIME: 31 - 37 minutes. Optional TIME: 20 - 26 minutes.

Note to the Evaluator:
This assignment requires the speaker to serve as a facilitator, selecting a problem for the club to discuss and resolve by consensus. The facilitator ensures each participant has the opportunity to contribute and that the final decision is agreed upon the group. The facilitator is neutral, functioning only to draw out and focus the group's thoughts. The facilitator should bring the group to consensus within the allotted time. In addition to your verbal evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.

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Item 226D

ACM: Communicating On Video

Communicating on Video. Video presentations require special preparation and attention to details. Learn how to present an editorial, appear as a guest on an interview program, be the host of an interview program, conduct a press conference and use video to train.


Project #1: Straight Talk
Executive Summary:
An editorial is an opportunity to influence public opinion and action on an issue. It doesn't just draw attention to an issue, it makes a point about that issue. Because it is a brief, you much choose words and information carefully. Make sure your editorial clearly states your position, contains evidence to support that position and is logically developed.

Objectives:

• To effectively present an opinion or viewpoint in a short time.
• To simulate giving a presentation as part of a television broadcast.
• TIME: 3 minutes, plus or minus 30 seconds.

Note to the Evaluator:
For this project, the speaker was asked to prepare and present an editorial designed for an on-camera presentation. The editorial should clearly present the news event or current issue that it addresses, and present a reaction or stand to the event or issue. Although the presentation may be recorded on video, your evaluation will be based on the live presentation. However, it is suggested you review the video later with the speaker and discuss how effective the presentation would have been had it actually been broadcast. It is suggested you read the entire project and the appendix before you hear the presentation.


Project #2: The Interview Show
Executive Summary:
Talk shows, podcasts, and live streaming video are common today, and more people are needed as guests. If you're invited to appear on a show, prepare carefully. Know the interviewer's purpose, the reason for your appearance, the interview's length, the interviewer's identity and who your audience will be. Anticipate questions and prepare responses. During the interview, be enthusiastic, stay calm, listen carefully and be yourself.

Objectives:

• To understand the dynamics of an interview or “talk” show.
• To prepare for the questions that may be asked of you during an interview program.
• To present a positive image on camera.
• To appear as a guest on a simulated video talk show.
• TIME: 5 to 7 minutes.

Note to the Evaluator:
The speaker was asked to appear as a guest on a simulated talk show, with another club member serving as the talk show host or interviewer, and the rest of the club acting as the studio audience. The speaker was to answer questions asked by the interviewer. Questions were to be based on the expertise of the speaker in a predetermined subject. Although the presentation may be videorecorded, your evaluation will be based on the live presentation. However, it is suggested that you review the video later with the speaker and discuss how effective the presentation would have been had it actually been broadcast. It is suggested you read the entire project and the appendix before you hear the presentation. Remember, you will be evaluating only the guest, not the host.


Project #3: When You're The Host
Executive Summary:
A talk show host must be knowledgeable about each guest, be able to phrase questions well, be able to handle different personalities, and make guests feel relaxed and comfortable. Carefully prepare for an interview, finding out as much as possible about the guest and the topics to be discussed. Consider your audience's knowledge of the guest and subject and phrase questions accordingly.

Objectives:

• To conduct a successful interview.
• To understand the dynamics of a successful interview or talk show.
• To prepare questions to ask during the interview program.
• To present a positive, confident image on the television camera
• TIME: 5 - 7 minutes.

Note to the Evaluator:
The speaker was asked to appear as a host on a simulated talk show, with another member serving as the guest. The speaker was to conduct an interview, asking questions of the guest and maintaining a smooth flow of conversation. Questions were to be based on the expertise of the speaker on a predetermined subject. Although the presentation may be videorecorded, your evaluation will be based on the live presentation. However, it is suggested that you review the video later with the speaker and discuss how effective the presentation would have been had it actually been broadcast. It is suggested you read the entire project and the Appendix before you hear the presentation. Remember, you will be evaluating only the host, not the guest.


Project #4: The Press Conference
Executive Summary:
Business and government officials sometimes are asked to be spokespersons for their organization, commenting on various issues. During a press conference you give a prepared speech on the issue, then field questions from journalists. Make sure you are familiar will all the available information about the issue. Answer all questions in a positive manner, speak in sound bites, remain calm, and conclude the conference with a positive statement.

Objectives:

• To understand the nature of a video broadcast press conference.
• To prepare for an adversary confrontation on a controversial or sensitive issue.
• To employ appropriate preparation methods and strategies for communicating your organization’s viewpoint.
• To present and maintain a positive image on television.
• TIME: 3 to 5 minutes for presentation, 2 to 3 minutes for question period.

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is to make a presentation on a controversial issue or situation concerning the speaker’s company or other organization he or she represents. The speaker then will conduct a question-and-answer period. Throughout the speech and question period, the speaker is to build and maintain a positive image for himself or herself and the company or organization. Although the presentation may be videorecorded, your evaluation will be based on the live presentation. However, it is suggested that you review the video later with the speaker and discuss how effective the presentation would have been had it actually been broadcast. Please read the entire project and the Appendix before you hear the presentation.


Project #5: Instructing On The Internet
Executive Summary:
The Web is a useful training medium because you can use it to visually demonstrate the skills being taught. As you prepare a training program, determine your objectives, then your audience's knowledge of the subject and compare it to what you want them to know. Then plan your training program accordingly. Select the best strategy to provide this information, then create a script.

Objectives:

• To learn how to develop and present an effective training program on the Web.
• To receive personal feedback through the videotaping of your presentation.
• TIME: 5 to 7 minutes for the presentation, plus 5 to 7 minutes for playback of the videotape.

Note to the Evaluator:
In this project, the speaker is to present a training program on how to prepare and present a speech. The presentation will be recorded on video and played back during the meeting. You and a panel of three other evaluators, under the direction of the general evaluator will evaluate only the video playback of the presentation. You will evaluate the effectiveness of the training program and the speaker’s performance on video. Please read the entire project and the Appendix before you view the presentation.

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Item 226J

Toastmasters Workshop: The Art of Effective Listening

Source: The Art of Effective Listening Workshop

Date: 30th August 2012 (Thursday)
Time: 7:30pm - 10:00pm
Venue: Room, 1.08 Kolej Damansara Utama (KDU)
Trainer: G. Sivalingam, Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM)
Fees:  RM10 for D'Utama Members
           RM15 for non-members
Registration: Click Here

Workshop Rationale:

Managers, professionals and working people all face the need to listen to customers, colleagues, subordinates and senior managers, and understand precisely what they are trying to say. This workshop focuses on the following key aspects:

• Appreciate the elements of listening which lead to understanding of what is actually being spoken
• Understand what is being communicated by listening actively

Your Benefits:

• Increase personal effectiveness by listening actively and understanding what was actually communicated orally
• Improve your professional relationships by listening with courtesy during communication

Methodology:

The workshop will be based on a mixture of mini lectures, and practical exercises, combined with debriefs. 

The Trainer:

G.Sivalingam is a leading trainer and consultant in the fields of written and spoken communications, especially high level presentations, such as reports. His focus is on helping writers and speakers to understanding their target readers, and craft the report or communication to get the key message across, in a way that the readers can understand, especially when complex or sophisticated information is involved. He is particularly skilled in helping professionals, who have very specialized skills, to make a strong impact on readers and listeners, including those who may have little or no knowledge of the field, and yet need to take action, based on the information provided. His clients include Astro, X-Fab Semiconductor, Indah Water, Malaysia Marine & Heavy Engineering, Mesiniaga, SapuraCrest Petroleum, and Poyry Energy.

Siva’s background includes a degree in Chemical Engineering, with 7 years experience in manufacturing, including several years in Quality Assurance work for medical product companies, plus 7 years experience in documenting a variety of software projects, including telecommunications and banking solutions. This experience, in addition to his consultancy work with Malaysian franchisors in understanding their businesses, and sharing that understanding with their franchisees through operations manuals, all give him a unique perspective in helping clients to improve their own communication skills.

Registration

If you are interested to attend, kindly help us to complete this simple registration form by < clicking this link >.
This is to assist us with the appropriate logistic arrangements. Thank you.

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Phoenix Toastmasters Meeting for Advanced Communicators on 24 April 2012

(Update #6, 19 April 2012: 2 more Panel Evaluators filled)
(Update #5, 17 April 2012: 1 Lead Evaluator to be filled)(Update #4, 16 April 2012: 2 more Panel Evaluators filled, and speaker's project details updated)
(Update #3, 13 April 2012: 3 Lead Evaluators filled and 3 more Panel Evaluators filled)
(Update #2, 4 April 2012: 1 Assignment Speaker and 1 Panel Evaluator filled)
(Update #1, 2 April 2012: 2 Assignment Speaker filled )

Dear Fellow Toastmasters,

Phoenix Toastmasters Club is organising Toastmasters Meeting for Advanced Communicators on the date, time and venue below. We still have vacant roles to be filled (1 Lead Evaluator & 1 Panel Evaluators). Please let me know if you are keen to take up a role, or be an observer (5 vacancies - reserved for first timers to advance meeting).

Facilitator: Lee Xi Wen, ACG ALB
Date: 24th April 2012 (Tuesday)
Time: 7.30pm to 10.00pm
Venue: Menara Mutiara Bangsar, 8-0-13, Ground Floor, Jalan Liku, Off Jalan Riong, 59100 Kuala Lumpur (it is in front of News Strait Times main office in Bangsar).
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Speaker #1: Lee Han Sen, CC (TTDI TMC)

Advanced Manual: The Entertaining Speaker
Project #1: The Entertaining Speech (project details click here)
Speech Title: "Not Good Enough"
Timing: 5 - 7 mins
Lead Evaluator: TBC
Panel Evaluators:
1. Eu Choi San, CC ALB (Premier Advanced TMC)
2. Selina Chong, CC CL (Sunway TMC)
3.  -- Vacant --

Speaker #2: Fong Kok Loon, CC (Money & You TMC)

Advanced Manual: Persuasive Speaking 
Project #4: Addressing the Opposition (project details click here)
Speech Title: TBC
Timing: mins: 7 - 9 mins for speech, and 2 - 3 mins for Q&A period
Lead Evaluator: Cheong Kuok Sum, CC ALB
Panel Evaluators:
1. David Siew, CC (Klang Bilingual TMC)
2. Diong Jia Ming, ACB ALB (TTDI TMC)
3. Gan Teong Hock, ACS ALB (D'Utama TMC, MBTC)

Speaker #3: Vincent Chow, ACB CL (Speakers Dream TMC and TARC TMC)

Advanced Manual: Speaking to Inform
Project #5: The Abstract Concept (project details click here)
Speech Title: TBC
Timing: 6 - 8 mins
Lead Evaluator: Soh Fong Wai, DTM
Panel Evaluators:
1. Paulyn Gan, ACB ALS ALB (Phoenix TMC)
2. Chai Wen Lee, CC (D'Utama TMC)
3. Henry Fu, ACB ALB (D'Utama TMC, MBTC) 

Time Keeper: Vacant

Observers:
1. Vacant
2. Vacant
3. Vacant
4. Vacant
5. Vacant



Regards,
Paulyn Gan
Email: pohlingan@yahoo.com

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Area C5 Table Topics Contest

District 51, Division C, Area C5 recently conducted its International Speech and Table Topics contests (Term 2011/12) on 17th March 2012 (Saturday). The contest was hosted by DiGi Toastmasters Club (Club Number: 913295) at the company headquarters at

D-House, DiGi Telecommunications Sdn. Bhd.
Lot 10, Jalan Delima 1/1, Subang Hi-Tech Industrial Park
40000 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

Contest Chair: Shirley Bak, ACS ALS
Contest Topic: " Your Thought Is Your World "


Contestant #1

Contestant #2

Contestant #3

Contestant #4

Contestant #5

* Stay Tune for the posting of the Area C5 International Speech contest videos

DiGi Toastmasters Club meets every 2nd (12:30PM) and 4th (6:30PM) Wednesday of the month. While it is a corporate club, Toastmasters members from other clubs are most welcome to visit to play any role or to deliver their assignment projects at DiGi Toastmasters Club.

Club President: Mohd Faizal Bin Yacob
Email Address:  MFAIZALY@digi.com.my

Location:

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Phoenix Toastmasters Meeting for Advanced Communicators on 27 March 2012

( Update #4, 27 March 2012: All Spakers, and Evaluators filled. READY, SET, GO !)
(Update #3, 21 March 2012: 2 Panel Evaluator filled)
(Update #2, 20 March 2012: 1 Assignment Speaker, and  1 Lead Evaluator and 1 Panel Evaluator filled )
(Update #1, 15 March 2012: 1 Assignment Speaker, 2 Lead Evaluator, and 1 Panel Evaluator filled )
Dear Fellow Toastmasters,

Phoenix Toastmasters Club is organising Toastmasters Meeting for Advanced Communicators on the date, time and venue below. We still have vacant roles to be filled (5 Panel Evaluators). Please let me know if you are keen to take up a role, or be an observer (5 vacancies - reserved for first timers to advance meeting).

Ivy Fung, DTM

Facilitator: Ivy Fung, DTM
Date: 27th March 2012 (Tuesday)
Time: 7.30pm to 10.00pm
Venue: Menara Mutiara Bangsar, 8-0-13, Ground Floor, Jalan Liku, Off Jalan Riong, 59100 Kuala Lumpur (it is in front of News Strait Times main office in Bangsar).
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Speaker #1: David Siew, CC (Klang Bilingual)

Advanced Manual: The Technical Presentation
Project #1: The Technical Briefing
Speech Title: The Cultured Milk
Timing: 8 - 10 mins
Lead Evaluator: Geoff Andrew, DTM
Panel Evaluators:
1. Johnson Yike, DTM
2. Chai Wen Lee, CC
3. Chironjit Das, CC

Speaker #2: Cheong Kuok Sum, CC ALB (TTDI)

Advanced Manual: Speaking To Inform
Project #3: The Demonstration Talk
Speech Title: Swimming Breast Stroke
Timing: mins 5 - 7 mins
Lead Evaluator: Richard Chia, CTM CL
Panel Evaluators:
1. Paulyn Gan, ACB ALS
2. Fong Kok Loon, CC
3. Yap Chean Sheong, CC

Speaker #3: Tan Lay Theng, CC ALB (Friendship)

Advanced Manual: The Entertaining Speaker
Project #1: The Entertaining Speech
Speech Title: Iron Lady
Timing: 5 - 7 mins
Lead Evaluator: Soh Fong Wai, DTM
Panel Evaluators:
1. Emily Bong, CC

2. Ng Siew Tho, CC CL
3. Lee Han Sen, CC

Time Keeper: Vacant

Observers:
1. Vacant
2. Vacant
3. Vacant
4. Vacant
5. Vacant



Regards,
Paulyn Gan
Email: pohlingan@yahoo.com

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Phoenix Toastmasters meeting on 31 Oct 2011

Phoenix Toastmasters Club (#989051) conducted a show case meeting on 31 October 2011 @ See Hoy Chan Uptown Convention Centre.

Day / Time: The club meetings on 2nd and LAST Monday of the month at 6:30 - 9:00PM.
Venue: Level 12, Tower A, Uptown 5, 5 Jalan SS 21/39, Damansara Uptown, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

Contact Details:
President: Anna Chin, CC CL. Email: anna.chin@shcsb.com.my
Vice President Education: Wong Shi Wen, TM. Email: shiwen.wong@shcsb.com.my


Invocation session

Table Topics Session

Speech Title: Fly

Competent Communicator #4: How To Say It Speech
Speech Evaluation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2H1nnMi93c


Speech Title: The Sound

Competent Communicator #4: How To Say It
Speech Evaluation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZ4hpeUvrsk


Speech Title: Is This Real ?

Competent Communicator #5: Your Body Speaks 
Speech Evaluation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3vIP3eSOjw


Speech Title: Work-Life Balance, Myth or Reality?

Advanced Communicator, Specialty Speeches #1: Speak Off The Cuff Speech
Speech Evaluation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gtXB-6eADI


20111031 Phoenix Toastmasters: TME's Closing

Club Website: http://www.phoenixtoastmasters.webs.com/

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Tips for Humorous Speech from Past District Champion

24th September 2011 @ Taylor's University Lakeside campus, I had the opportunity to witness and partake in the Division B (Term 2011/12) Humorous Speech Contest. The contest presented a truly impressive lineup of speakers, who were hilarious, dynamic and motivating.

After the conclusion of the humorous speech contest, there was a special event featuring Stephen Fernando, a four-time Humorous Speech Champion of Toastmasters District 51. In 2004, Stephen Fernando, was placed second in the international, Inter-district Toastmasters Speech Contest that was held in Reno, USA. Stephen shares the secrets to using humour and how it can be incorporated into our speeches and contest.

Special Feature: "Tips from Past District Champion" by Stephen Fernando

(video posted with permission of the speaker)

Featured Speech: "Innocent Miscommunication" by Stephen Fernando

Reference Speech: "I am a COWARD !!!" by Stephen Fernando

(video posted with permission of the speaker)

Enjoy !!


Update #1, 31 October 2011: 'Reference Speech' added and changed published date of 2011-09-27 to 2011-10-31.

Time Travel

Today we have our fellow club member and speaker (refer to 'Thumb Driving') from Phoenix Toastmasters Club again sharing his 3rd Competent Communicator speech project, Organize Your Speech.

In this particular speech you'll get to witness the speaker's creative mind as he share about what he will do if he had a time machine. The speaker continues to use his gift of humor to tickle the funny bones of the audience, as well as continuously keep us engaged by relating the speech to the audience and asking questions.

20110613 Phoenix Toastmasters: Time Travel

(video posted with the Speaker's permission)

Observations / Suggestions for Improvement

• The natural / comfortable position of this speaker's hands are 'clamps' position and the pacing of the speaker can be a bit distracting. It is recommended for speakers to keep their hands to the sides so that it can be easily deployed for purposeful gestures. 
• In any case, these skills / requirements will only be needed and be the focus of the Competent Communicator project #5: Your Body Speaks.

This speaker has great potential and just wait till you see his forth project. :-)

The Art of Effective Evaluation

On 5th October 2011, under the invitation of the Toastmasters District 51, Division B Area B5 Governor, a workshop entitled "The Art of Effective Evaluation" was conducted for the clubs in Area B5 which includes

• Phoenix Toastmasters Club
• Crystal Toastmasters Club
• KEU Toastmasters Club
• Scope Toastmasters Club
• Mas Cempaka Club

"The Art of Effective Evaluation" is a valuable tool from Toastmasters International which can be purchased by the members. Part of the Success/Communication Series. This workshop will give club members the knowledge, motivation and skills they need to become more effective evaluators.

Materials:

• Presentation Slides
• Presentation Notes

It was truly an enjoyable, engaging and interesting experience.

ACM: Persuasive Speaking

Projects cover selling a product, making “cold calls,” preparing a winning proposal, convincing an audience to at least consider your side of a controversial issue or subject and persuading listeners to help bring a vision and mission to reality.


Project #1: The Effective Salesperson
Executive Summary:
Successful salesperson focus on the buyer, possess good listening skills, create value for the buyer, radiate credibility, and maintain a good attitude. By understanding the thought processes people employ when making a purchase, you can structure your words and actions to match this process. Ask questions to discover the buyer's problem or need, then show how your product or service solves that problem or need.

Objective:

• Learn a technique for selling an inexpensive product in a retail store.
• Recognize a buyer’s thought processes in making a purchase.
• Elicit information from a prospective buyer through questions.
• Match the buyer’s situation with the most appropriate product.
• TIME : 8 to 12 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this presentation is for the speaker to enact a role play with another member. The speaker plays the role of a salesperson in a store, and the other member acts the part of a prospective buyer. The product being sold is determined by the speaker. The speaker is to first give a brief introduction explaining the persuasive process used in sales to help the audience better understand the presentation’s objectives and to evaluate the presentation. The speaker is to introduce the role play and the partner, then conduct the role play. Finally, the speaker is to lead a brief discussion with the partner and the audience about the role play. It is suggested you read the entire project before the presentation.


Project #2: Conquering the "Cold Call"
Executive Summary:
Selling expensive products can be challenging because prospective buyers are more hesitant and the process may take weeks or months. By positioning yourself as a resource for your buyers, striving to make buyers' job easier and their product better, you'll be more likely to make a sale. The buyers will consider you to be on their team and will be more loyal to you and your product.

Objectives:

• Learn a technique for "cold call" selling of expensive products or services.
• Recognize the risks buyers assume in purchasing.
• Use questions to help the buyer discover problems with his or her current situation.
• Successfully handle buyer’s objections and concerns
• TIME : 10 to 14 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this presentation is for the speaker to enact a role play with another member. The speaker plays the role of salesperson selling an expensive product or service making a "cold call" on a prospective buyer. The product/ service being sold is determined by the speaker. The speaker is to give a brief speech about the persuasive process used in "cold call" sales to help the audience better understand the presentation’s objectives and to evaluate the presentation. The speaker is to introduce the role play and the partner, then conduct the role play. Finally, the speaker is to lead a brief discussion with the partner and the audience about the role play.


Project #3: The Winning Proposal
Executive Summary:
If you want approval for your plans, you must present your ideas in a manner that positively influences the audience. Make sure your proposal answers the following questions: What is my objective? Who is my audience? What does my audience want or need? What do you want the audience to do? What is the plan? What would the results be? Conclude by asking the audience to approve it.

Objectives:

• Prepare a proposal advocating an idea or course of action.
• Organize the proposal using the six-step method provided.
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The speaker is asked to prepare and present a proposal advocating an idea or course of action which he or she would like the audience to approve. It is suggested you read the entire project before the presentation.


Project #4: Addressing The Opposition
Executive Summary:
Occasionally speakers must address listeners on a controversial issue or subject, one on which your viewpoint differs. A speech of this type requires sensitivity and tact. Acknowledge your listeners' viewpoint, then present your own and its benefits. Find points of agreement. Illustrate your points with stories and anecdotes, project credibility and use humor. When answering questions, remain calm and answer in a positive manner, concluding with a positive statement.

Objective:

• Prepare a talk on a controversial subject that persuades an audience to accept or at least consider your viewpoint.
• Construct the speech to appeal to the audience’s logic and emotions.
• TIME : 7-9 minutes for the speech, and 2-3 minutes for the question-and-answer period.

Note to the Evaluator:
In this presentation, the speaker is to persuade an audience to accept or at least consider his or her viewpoint on a controversial subject. The talk should appeal to the audience both logically and emotionally. The speaker is then to field questions from the audience.


Project #5: The Persuasive Leader
Executive Summary:
Leaders are persuasive. They use speech to organize people and urge them to higher levels of achievement than they could reach independently. You can demonstrate leadership by communicating your vision and mission to others and convince them to take action. Be enthusiastic, and tell lively and dramatic stories that relate to the points you are making.

Objectives:

• Communicate your vision and mission to an audience.
• Convince your audience to work toward achieving your vision and mission.
• TIME : 6 to 8 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this presentation is for the speaker to communicate a vision and mission and convince the audience to help achieve them. It is suggested you read the project before hearing the presentation.

For more information:
Item 226I

ACM: Public Relations

Everyone benefits from the ability to present a good public image. Projects cover preparing a speech that will generate a favorable attitude toward you and your product, company or service, presenting a positive image of yourself and your company or organization on a radio talk show, persuading an audience to accept your viewpoint, addressing a hostile audience and communicating with the public during a crisis situation.


Project #1: The Goodwill Speech
Executive Summary:
A type of public relations strategy, the goodwill speech builds the public's favorable feeling towards you in a subtle, indirect way. Instead of making a verbal appeal or 'sales pitch', you use the speech to perform a service that is related to your business or cause. By providing the audience members with helpful information that they can use in their daily lives, you generate positive feelings toward you and your product and increase their willingness to eventually buy your product.

Objectives:

• Prepare a talk that will build goodwill for your organization by supplying useful information of interest to the audience.
• Favorably influence the audience by skillful and friendly delivery of your talk.
• TIME: 5 - 7 minutes

Notes to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is to present a five- to seven-minute speech of goodwill on behalf of Toastmasters International. The speaker should present useful information on the subject of public speaking, with the references to Toastmasters limited to the introduction, conclusion or casual comments during the speech.


Project #2: The Radio Talk Show
Executive Summary:
Radio talk shows are an excellent way to tell thousands of people about your organization or business at virtually no cost to you or your organization. As a guest on a talk show, you have the opportunity to talk openly and favorably about your organization or business to build goodwill. Because radio is a vocal medium, your physical appearance, facial expressions and eye contact doesn't matter. Instead, you must rely on your voice to convey enthusiasm, passion, sincerity and friendliness.

Objectives:

• Present a positive image of you and your company or organization on a simulated radio talk show
• Prepare a talk designed to build goodwill toward an organization by presenting factual information
• Understand the dynamics of a successful radio talk show
• Prepare for the questions that may be asked of you during the radio interview
• TIME: 3 to 5 minutes for the presentation, plus 2 to 3 minutes for questions and answers.

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this presentation is to build goodwill toward an organization by giving the audience factual information about its operation and its effect on the community. The talk should be supported by research and present a positive image of the speaker and his or her organization on a simulated radio talk show. The speaker has been asked to appear as a guest on the talk show, with another club member serving as the talk show host. In addition to presenting the three- to five-minute talk, the speaker is to spend two to three minutes at the end of the presentation answering several questions asked by the host. Both the presentation and the answers to the questions should present a positive image of the organization to the audience. Please read the entire project before you hear the presentation. Remember, you are evaluating only the "guest", not the "host".


Project #3: The Persuasive Approach
Executive Summary:
People today are mistrustful, hesitant to believe anyone they don't know personally. A public relations speaker knows how to persuade audience members to adopt a proposal, accept an idea or take a certain action. Appeal to their self-interest and emotion, showing how your idea is in their best interest and how they will benefit from your proposal or position. WHen you support your ideas with relevant data and convey sincerity and conviction, your audience will trust and believe you.

Objectives:

• Direct a persuasive appeal to the audience's self-interest using a combination of fact and emotion in a speech delivered in such a manner that it appears extemporaneous
• Persuade the audience to adopt your viewpoint by the use of standard persuasive techniques
• Use at least one visual aid to enhance the audience's understanding
• TIME: 5 to 7 minutes

Notes to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is to persuade the audience to adopt a point of view advocated by the speaker in a speech of five to seven minutes. The talk is to be convincing on both the logical and emotional levels and delivered in an extemporaneous manner. The focus of the talk should be on the personal interest of the audience. The speaker must use at least one visual aid.


Project #4: Speaking Under Fire
Executive Summary:
Openly hostile audience are challenging to any public relation speaker. Your goal is to dispel the hostility and convince them that your side has some merit, not necessarily to change their mind. Find areas of agreement and focus on them. Look at the issue from audience members' point of view, then show them that your side has merits, too. Ally with emotional symbols, tactfully refute opposing arguments and appeal to the audience's self-interests. Your voice and eye contact convey sincerity, so use them to your advantage.

Objectives:

• Prepare a talk to persuade a hostile audience to at least consider your position on a controversial issue
• Demonstrate sincerity when presenting your viewpoint
• TIME: 3 to 5 minutes for the presentation, and 2 to 3 minutes for questions and answers.

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is to present a three- to five- minute speech to an audience assumed to be hostile to the speaker's position on a controversial issue. The speaker should attempt to lessen the opposition and persuade the audience to at least accept that the position has some merit. Following the speech, the speaker is to conduct a two- to three-minute question-and-answer period.


Project #5: The Crisis Management Speech
Executive Summary:
How you communicate with the public during a crisis affects your organization's reputation and possibly its very survival. In times of trouble you want to favorably impress the media and covey concern to those who are directly affected as well as to the general public. You can successfully handle any crisis when you know the message you want to tell the media and the public, are truthful, admit mistakes, refrain from speculation and continue to provide relevant information as it becomes available.

Objectives:

• Learn strategies for communicating to the media about a company crisis
• Prepare a speech for the media about a company crisis that builds and maintains a positive image for the company
• Answer questions from the media in a manner that reflects positively on the company
• TIME: 4 to 6 minutes for the presentation, and 3 to 5 minutes for the question-and-answer period.

Notes to the Evaluator:
The speaker is to assume he or she is a spokesperson for a company or organization that is experiencing a crisis. The speaker may choose the situation, perhaps taking an incident from the news or creating an imaginary situation. The speaker is to present a four- to six-minute "crisis management" speech to the media about the situation, striving to build and maintain a positive image for the company. Following the speech, the speaker will conduct a three- to five-minute question-and-answer period. Fellow club members will assume the roles of media reporters, asking the speaker questions about the crisis and the company or organization's handling of it. The speaker is to continue to build and maintain a positive image of the company while answering the questions.

For more information:
Item 226C

ACM: Speaking To Inform

Informational speeches are one of the most common types, so most likely you will be asked to present one sometime. This manual contains information about organizing an informational speech, tailoring your speech to the audience, conducting a demonstration, presenting a report and delivering a speech about an abstract subject.


Project #1: The Speech To Inform
Executive Summary:
Informative speeches can be educational, entertaining and enjoyable for your audience, if you plan them carefully. Make the information relevant to your listeners, relate it to what they already know, and involve them in some manner. Keep the information organized and present it in an interesting manner. Remember to repeat the points you want listeners to remember and use visual aids to aid in retention.

Objectives:

• Select new and useful information for presentation to the audience
• Organize the information for easy understandability and retention
• Present the information in a way that will help motivate the audience to learn
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is for the speaker to present an informative speech of five to seven minutes. The information should be presented in an interesting manner with clear organization. The speaker should support the facts or points with statistics, quotes, or experts' opinions.


Project #2: Resources For Informing
Executive Summary:
Knowledge of your audience often determines whether your speech will be successful. Strive to find out as much as possible about your listeners, including their ages, occupations, economic status, education, political orientation and hobbies. Then demonstrate your knowledge of the subject, making sure you have the right support material. Use visual aids appropriately.

Objectives:

• Analyze your audience regarding your chosen subject
• Focus your presentation at the audience’s level of knowledge
• Build a supporting case for each major point using information gathered through research
• Effectively use at least one visual aid to enhance the audience’s understanding
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is for the speaker to inform the audience on a subject of interest in five to seven minutes. The talk should be directed to the interests of the audience, with each major point strongly supported by research. The speaker is required to use at least one visual aid to enhance the audience’s understanding.


Project #3: The Demonstration Talk
Executive Summary:
A demonstration is the most effective way to explain a process, activity or product. Demonstration can be done through body movement (showing a dance step or skiing technique), showing a physical object, or displaying a model. Carefully rehearse the demonstration and be sure the audience can see it. Anticipate any problems that may occur and plan how to handle each other.

Objectives:

• Prepare a demonstration speech to clearly explain a process, product, or activity
• Conduct the demonstration as part of a speech delivered without notes
• TIME: 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is for the speaker to present a demonstration talk of five to seven minutes on a process, product, or activity. The speaker may use body language, an actual object, or a model for the demonstration. The speech, delivered without notes, should keep the audience interested, and each segment in the demonstration should be explained clearly and specifically.


Project #4: A Fact Finding Report
Executive Summary:
Fact-finding reports are used to present information your audience needs to make a good decision. Keep the report focused, explain the sources of your information, and present facts clearly and quickly. Close with recommendations for action. Often these reports are followed by question-and-answer session, so anticipate possible questions and prepare your answers beforehand.

Objectives:

• Prepare a report on a situation, even, or problem of interest to the audience
• Deliver sufficient factual information in your report so the audience can make valid conclusions or a sound decision
• Answer questions from the audience
• TIME: 5 to 7 minutes for the speech, and 2 to 3 minutes for the question-and answer period

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is for the speaker to deliver a fact-finding report of five to seven minutes on a situation, event, or problem. The information should be comprehensive and well-organized, as well as presented in an interesting manner. The talk should include an overview of the report, an explanation of how the data was gathered, and a thorough presentation of the relevant facts. The speaker is then to field questions from the audience.


Project #5: The Abstract Concept
Executive Summary:
Explaining a theory, principle, philosophy or social issue can be challenging. Make sure the audience knows the general concept and how your speech relates to it. Show how you topic relates to listeners' everyday lives. Use plenty of examples, anecdotes, illustrations and visual aids to help listeners understand and visualize your points, and avoid technical jargon.

Objectives:

• Research and analyze an abstract concept, theory, historical force, or social / political issue
• Present the ideas in a clear, interesting manner
• TIME: 6 to 8 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk is for the speaker to present a six to eight minutes analysis of a concept, idea, theory, historical force, or social / political issue. The talk should be clear and interesting to the audience. The speaker’s purpose is to clearly explain the meaning of the subject to the audience and use definitions, examples, anecdotes, illustrations, quotes from experts, and visual aids to explain concepts.

For more information:
Item 226B

ACM: Special Occasion Speeches

Special events present special speaking opportunities. This manual provides instruction in giving toasts, speaking in praise/giving a eulogy, "roasting" someone and presenting and accepting awards.


Project #1: Mastering The Toast
Executive Summary:
Weddings, anniversaries and other celebrations often call for a toast. A toast bestows best wishes as well as hopes for health, happiness, good fortune and other positive thoughts. A good toast has an opening, body and conclusion and fits the occasion in both mood and language. When giving a toast, take care not to embarrass anyone and be sensitive to audience and to the occasion.

Objectives:

• Recognize the characteristics of a toast.
• Present a toast honoring an occasion or a person.
• TIME : 2 to 3 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this project is for the speaker to present a two- to three- minutes toast in honor of a person or special occasion. The toast is to be original, and the audience is to serve as the “guests” at the toast. The toast must clearly state the occasion or person being honored and be personalized through stories, anecdotes or quotes relating to the subject. It is suggested you read the entire project before the presentation. In addition to your oral evaluation, please give written responses to the questions below.


Project #2: Speaking In Praise
Executive Summary:
At some time you will be called upon to speak in praise of someone - perhaps at a retirement banquet, anniversary celebration or the funeral of a friend or family member. The most successful speeches of praise are inspirational, pointing out the meaning of another person's life and relating that meaning to our own lives. Talk about the individual and his or her accomplishments, including the qualities that made the person worthy of praise and the lessons we may learn from the person.

Objectives:

• Prepare a speech praising or honoring someone, either living or dead.
• Address five areas concerning the individual and his/her accomplishments.
• Include anecdotes illustrating points within the speech.
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this project is for the speaker to present a 5 to 7 minutes speech praising a friend, relative or co-worker. The occasion – e.g., funeral, retirement banquet, anniversary or farewell party – has been selected by the speaker. The speech is to be inspirational, pointing out the qualities of the individual and the meaning of the individual’s life, as well as relating that meaning to our own lives. In addition to your oral evaluation, please give written responses to the questions below.


Project #3: The Roast
Executive Summary:
A roast is another way to honor or recognize a person. Unlike the speech of praise in Project 2, a roast relies on wit, humor and satire to convey its message. The guest of honor must be agreeable and capable of handling the jokes. Carefully select jokes and anecdotes that relate to the guest of honor, making sure that your material will not hurt the guest of honor's feelings. Rehearse your stories and jokes and make sure your punch lines can be heard.

Objectives:

• Poke fun at a particular individual in a good-natured way.
• Adapt and personalize humorous material from other sources.
• Deliver jokes and humorous stories effectively.
• TIME : 3 to 5 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this project is for the speaker to present a three- to five- minutes “roast”. The occasion – retirement banquet, anniversary or farewell party, etc. – has been selected by the speaker. The roast is to include jokes and anecdotes adapted from other sources to apply to the honored guest. In addition to your oral evaluation, please give written responses to the questions below.


Project #4: Presenting An Award
Executive Summary:
How an award is presented conveys to the audience and the recipient how important the award and the accomplishments it recognizes are. Be sure to explain the purpose of the award, why the organization presents it, and what the recipient did to deserve it. Point out the recipient's dedications, sacrifices and contributions, and give examples. Keep your remarks brief. The star of the event should be the award recipient, not the presenter.

Objectives:

• Present an award with dignity and grace.
• Acknowledge the contributions of the recipient.
• TIME : 3 to 4 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this project is for the speaker to present an award with dignity, grace and sincerity. The presentation speech should be three to four minutes in length. The speaker will explain the purpose of the award and why the recipient deserves it. In addition to your oral evaluation, please give written responses to the questions below.


Project #5: Accepting An Award
Executive Summary:
Accepting an award graciously requires thought and preparation. Your acceptance speech should display gratitude to the organization giving the award, acknowledging the organization's work and its importance, and sincerity. Be modest and dignified. Keep your acceptance speech brief. As you accept the award, stand slightly sideways toward the audience, reach for and take it with the hand nearest the presenter, then hold it in full view of the audience.

Objectives:

• Accept an award with dignity, grace and sincerity.
• Acknowledge the presenting organization.
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this project is for the speaker to accept an award with dignity, grace and sincerity. The acceptance speech is to be five to seven minutes in length and given without notes. The speaker is to acknowledge those who helped him or her and recognize the importance and work of the presenting organization. In addition to your oral evaluation, please give written responses to the questions below.

For more information:
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ACM: Specialty Speeches

Speakers are often called upon to give different kinds of talks. This manual contains information about giving the most common ones, and it covers impromptu talks, preparing inspirational speeches, selling a product, reading out loud and introducing a speaker.


Project #1: Speak Off The Cuff
Executive Summary:
Every day you most likely are asked to give your opinion, offer advice or contribute an idea or piece of information. Such impromptu talks are opportunities to build your confidence and improve your speaking skills. You can prepare for impromptu speaking situations by reading, listening and keeping abreast of current events and by knowing the different wars in which you can organize your thoughts.

Objectives:

• Develop an awareness of situations in which you might be called upon to deliver an impromptu speech.
• Understand how to prepare for impromptu speaking.
• Develop skill as a speaker in the impromptu situation by using one or more patterns to approach a topic under discussion; for example, comparing a past, present, future situation or before and after.
• TIME : 5 to 7 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this talk was for the speaker to present an impromptu speech of five to seven minutes on a topic about which he or she is knowledgeable. The speaker is to provide you with five possible topics. You are to select one at random and tell him or her what that topic is. The speech should inform the audience through clear, knowledgeable expression. In addition to your oral evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #2: Uplift The Spirit
Executive Summary:
An inspirational speech acknowledges listeners' present beliefs, values and sentiments, explains the need for change, then encourages and motivates listeners to make these changes. An inspirational speaker's success relies heavily on delivery, language, vocal variety and phrasing. The inspirational speaker adapts to the mood and formality of the occasion and conveys confidence, sincerity, conviction and enthusiasm.

Objectives:

• Identify and understand the basic differences and similarities between inspirational speeches and other kinds of speeches.
• Learn how to evaluate audience feeling and establish emotional rapport.
• Develop a speech style and delivery that effectively expresses inspirational content by moving the audience to adopt your views.
• TIME : 8 to 10minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this project was for the speaker to present an eight to ten minutes speech designed to rephrase the emotional consensus of the audience in terms of their beliefs, values and sentiments and in a language and style appropriate to the occasion. In addition to your oral evaluation, please give written answers to the questions below.


Project #3: Sell a Product
Executive Summary:
A sales presentation is a type of persuasive speech. Its purpose is to generate listeners' interest in the service or product you are selling and motivate them to buy it. You should create a 'Unique Selling Proposition' that explains how your service or product will benefit them and how it is better than the competition's service or product. Be sure to incorporate words that have proven to be effective in the sales process. Plan for listeners' potential objections and be able to refute them.

Objectives:

• Understand the relationship of sales technique to persuasion.
• Skillfully use the four steps in a sales presentation: attention, interest, desire, action.
• Identify and promote a unique selling proposition in a sales presentation.
• Be able to handle objections and close a prospective buyer.
• TIME : 10 to 12 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The speaker has been assigned to present a sales speech of from 10 to 12 minutes. The talk should be convincing on logical, informational and emotional levels and should be delivered in an extemporaneous manner. The focus of the talk should be the selling of a product or of a service. You may want to review the text of this project to be familiar with its objectives. In addition to your oral evaluation, please provide written the answers to the following questions:


Project #4: Read Out Loud
Executive Summary:
An interpretive reader communicates the ideas and emotions of someone else. You read from a work of literature, using your voice, and body to convey the ideas, emotions, attitudes, and intentions of the author. Creating the illusion of spontaneity is key to effective interpretive reading and requires close attention to pacing, animation, rhythm, tone and inflection. If the literature you select requires cutting to fit time requirements, begin the reading at a point of crisis and move directly toward the climax.

Objectives:

• Arrive at an understanding of the elements that comprise oral interpretation and how it differs from preparing and giving a speech.
• Learn the preparation or planning techniques of effective interpretation.
• Learn the principles of presentation and develop skill in interpretive reading with regard to voice and body as instruments of communication.
• TIME : 12 to 15 minutes

Note to the Evaluator:
The purpose of this project was for the speaker to present an interpretive reading of 12 to 15 minutes from a literary work. Making effective use of voice, rhythm and body movement, the speaker should create an auditory and visual experience for the audience. In addition to your oral evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.


Project #5: Introducing The Speaker
Executive Summary:
A proper introduction prepares the audience for the speaker, helping them to focus their attention on him or her and sometimes even preparing listeners for a change in mood. The introduction should highlight the speaker, explaining who the speaker is and why he or she is qualified to speak on that topic. A good introduction requires just as much preparation as a prepared speech and should be drafted well beforehand.

Objectives:

• Focus on the special occasion talk from the standpoint of the introducer (function chairman, toastmaster, master of ceremonies).
• Become knowledgeable and skilled in the functions associated with the master of ceremonies
• Handle the introduction of other speakers at a club meeting
• TIME :The duration of a club meeting. (To be arranged with the Vice President Education)

Note to the Evaluator:
The speaker has been assigned to act as host, introducing the speakers at a club meeting in a way that would help them do their best and encourage the audience to listen with attention and anticipation. In addition to your oral evaluation, please write answers to the questions below.

For more information:
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