Our latest new member Abdur Rahiim T Al-Matiin, call him AR, joined the club at the Feb. 17th meeting. His mentor is Dean Bone. Welcome AR!
Author: Tom Terrific
Meeting Minutes February 17, 2016
Dean Bone called meeting to order at 7:00 pm Tim Budd gave the invocation President, Susan McConnell, called for reports Old Business Tim Budd is seeking Evaluator contestants for the club 's International Speaking and Evaluation Contest. Previous minutes accepted as amended. New Business A.R. Al-Matiin applied for membership and was accepted as a member … Continue reading Meeting Minutes February 17, 2016
Meeting Minutes February 3, 2016
Carol Lindwedell greeted everyone. Stephanie Nicholson was our guest Tim Budd Called meeting to order at 7:00 pm. James Bubash gave the invocation. President, Susan McConnell called for reports. New Business Kathy Denton was reinstated as a club member. Jan Armstrong applied for membership and was voted in . TomTeriffic will serve as her mentor. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes February 3, 2016
Jan Armstrong – New Member
We welcome to the club Jan Armstrong our latest club member. Jan is developing an online web course, so we are looking forward to helping her in every way we can. Tom Terrific is going to be her coach.
Welcome Back Kathy Denton
Kathy Denton, former President of the club, rejoined the group last night. We look forward to hearing what she's been up to and is learning in her new career.
Meeting Minutes January 27, 2016
Lafe Goodfellow called meeting to order at 7:00 pm Caleb Harley gave the invocation. President Susan McConnell calls for business reports. Tom Terrific asks that we spend $48 dollars to buy new name tags. Second by Jim Salih, motion passed. Tom Terrific requests $14 dollars for reimbursement on purchase of microphone cable, motion passed. Tim … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 27, 2016
Youth Leadership – 2016
Above are the judges and leader of the Fourth Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition. Four Toastmasters were part of the team held at Brittany Woods Middle School in University City. From left to right are, Regina Dennis-Nana - judge, Greg Philips - leader of the program, Wynn Miller - judge, Richard Johnson - … Continue reading Youth Leadership – 2016
Meeting Minutes January 20, 2016
Steve Winheim greeted everyone Lafe Goodfellow called meeting to order at 7:00 pm President, Susan McConnell, called for business reports OLD BUSINESS Tim Budd is seeking contestants and volunteers for thee his mentor club's International Speech and Evaluation Contest. NEW BUSINESS Adam Kutell Motions for a speech marathon on March 30 2016. Motion Passed. Tom … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 20, 2016
The Toastmaster Bag
Here's a tip that I make for all new Toastmasters. Find a bag that you use just for Toastmasters. When you're ready to go to a meeting, you can just grab the bag on the way out or possibly even keep it in your car so you know you'll have it when you get to the … Continue reading The Toastmaster Bag
Meeting Minutes January 13, 2016
Lafe Goodfellow called the meeting to order 7:00 pm Howard Brandt gave the invocation President, Susan McConnell, called for reports. No officer /committee reports No old business New business Adam Kutell motions that the club should hold its International speech and evaluation contest on 2/24/2016and give winners time to prepare for district. Motion passed. Tim … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 13, 2016
Meeting Minutes January 6, 2016
Greeter: Jack Bettag Invocator/CLE Carol Lindwedell Dave Domian serving as outgoing president calls for business announcements. old business: none Committee reports: none New slate of officers previously announced are sworn in for the next term. Toastmasters International will host a TLI program for all new officers on 1/16 at Maritz in Fenton. New president, Susan … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 6, 2016
Area Speech Contest – March 3, 2016
International Speech and Evaluation Contests Briefings: 6:00 pm Contests: 6:30 pm Grant's View Branch - St. Louis County Library (Brand New Library) 9700 Musick Road, St. Louis, MO 63123-3935 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Information from the Area Director is below. Get ready for our exciting new contest! We will be having our International and Evaluation Contests. The area … Continue reading Area Speech Contest – March 3, 2016
New Officers Installed – January 6, 2016
New South County Toastmaster officers were installed on January 6, 2016. Pictured from left to right are: Jim Bubash - Officer at Large, Robert Osborn - Secretary, Jen Wilbers - Treasurer, Jerry Paul - VP Public Relations, Dean Bone - VP of Membership, Susan McConnell - President, and Adam Jackson - VP of Education. Not … Continue reading New Officers Installed – January 6, 2016
Next Meeting – January 6th – Happy Holidays
Our next regular meeting will be January 6th. That's also the date for the new officer installation.
Website Video
Here's is some basic information about our website.
Club Picture – Veterans and God Bless America
Our last meeting had a theme of honoring the Veterans of the U.S. The veterans who were present at the time were Tom Terrific, Carl Hendrickson and James Bubash. The other veterans in the club are Howard Brandt, David Rogers, Steve Winheim, Liz DeCamp and Jack Bettag. Jeffrey Gonder also did a stirring rendtion … Continue reading Club Picture – Veterans and God Bless America
New Members – Gary Brown and Ely Macaraeg
Welcome to our two new members Gary Brown, with his mentor Tom Terrific, and Ely Macaraeg, with his mentor Caleb Harley. Also pictured is our dapper president - Dave Domian.
Brent is Nuts for Nuts
Brent Stewart did his annual "Nuts"speech and reminded us of all the health benefits of nuts. Brent is selling these nuts to benefit all of the worthy causes that Kiwanis supports. The cost is $25.00, so give Brent a call or email to reserve your can of nuts. Note - for sixty years old, Brent … Continue reading Brent is Nuts for Nuts
40th Anniversary Party Pictures
No Regular Meeting October 28th
Because of our upcoming 40th Anniversary Party, there will not be a regular meeting on October 28th. If you would like to attend the 40th Anniversary Party on October 28th, please call Carl Hendrickson ASAP.
New Member – Lafe Goodfellow
Congratulations to Lafe for joining the club on October 21, 2015. Adam Kutell will be his mentor.
Meeting Minutes October 21, 2015
Called to order at: 7pm_________ Location: MetLife_____________ Presiding Officer: _Brent Stewart___________ Greeter____Jim Bubash_______________________ Invocator/CLE : __Howard Brandt__________________ ************************************* Officers’ Reports - none ************************************* Committee Reports: Carl Hendrickson reminded people of the 40th Anniversary Party that we are having next Wednesday. ************************************* Unfinished Business: Adam Kutell made a motion that the club spend $60 for the … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 21, 2015
New Members – Julie Stricklin and Joanna Castle
Congratulations to our latest new members Julie and Joanna. Their mentors are Erin Gissle and Carl Hendrickson.
Speech by Lou Holtz
Lou Holtz not only had a great career in football and coaching, but he also is one heck of a speaker. He reminds me of an old-fashioned motivational speaker, but his messages are timeless.
40th Anniversary Recognition
South County Toastmasters received this Certificate of Achievement from Toastmasters International. Congratulation to all club members and especially our one remaining founding member Howard Brandt.
New Member – Kyle Luzynski
Congratulations to Kyle Luzynski for joining the club as our latest member. Pictured with Kyle is V.P. Membership Susan McConnell and President Dave Domian. Kyle's coach is Jim Bubash who was not present at the meeting.
Welcome Jen Wilbers
Please welcome our latest member Jen Wilbers to the club. She joined last Wednesday and will be mentored by Susan McConnell.
Meeting Minutes September 16, 2015
Called to order: 7pm Location: Met Life Building Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Invocator/CLE: George Kiser Officers Report: Dick Shields has collected half of club dues. Deadline to submit to Toastmaster International is 10/01/15 Committee Report: 40th Annual SCTM Party set for 4th Wednesday of October 28th @ Andres. Cash bar, dinner 715pm, 12.50 per person. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 16, 2015
Meeting Minutes September 9, 2015
Sept. 9th, 2015 Called to order: 7:00pm Met Life Building Theme: Labor Day Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Greeter: Dick Shields Invocator/CLE: Max Kaiser Officer Reports: Dick Shields reported dues must be paid before Oct. 1st. $42.00 Committee Reports: None Old Business: None New Business: None Correspondence and Announcement: Dave Domian thanked Dean Bone for a … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 9, 2015
How to Go Viral on a TedTalk
I just came across a study by http://www.scienceofpeople.com/ted/ and they investigated why some Ted videos went viral while others had few viewings. The main thrust of the piece was that it wasn't what you said, but how you said it that is important. Here are some questions to ask yourself. What are you doing in the … Continue reading How to Go Viral on a TedTalk
Meeting Minutes September 2, 2015
Meeting Date: Sept. 2, 2015___ Called to order at: _7:05 pm____ Location: __Met Life__________ Presiding officer: Jim Bubash_______________ Greeter________none_________________________ Invocator/CLE : __JIm Bubash_____________________ ************************************* Officers’ Reports - None ************************************* Committee Reports:None ************************************* Unfinished Business:Jim Bubash ordered and recieved five past presidents pins. They are going to be kept in the lectern. ************************************* New Business: None … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 2, 2015
2015 World Championship Speech
Here's the video of the 2015 World Champion - Mohammed Qahtani - "The Power of Words." Business Insider also did a nice interview with him which has the speech included.
Distinguished Club Award
Congratulations to all club members for their work in earning the Distinguished Club award. David Domian, our president. accepts the ribbon on behalf of the club.
Carl Hendrickson – ACS Award.
Congratulations to Carl Hendrickson on earning his Advanced Communicator Silver award.
Meeting Minutes August 26, 2015
Meeting Date: August 26th, 2015 Called to order: 7:00pm Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Invocator/CLE: Howard Brandt Officers Reports: None Committee Reports: None Old Business: None New Business: James Bubash used the last Past President Pin and was wondering the club tradition for replacing and issuing Adam Kutell explained the past practice Max Kaiser made motion … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 26, 2015
Free Writing
Here's a speech I did on Free Writing. Give it a try and it will help you in your speech writing in the future.
Meeting Minutes August 19, 2015
Meeting Date: _Aug. 19.2015___ Called to order at: 7 pm________ Location: _____Met Life_______ Presiding officer: _Vamsi Jammalamadaka_____ Greeter__George Kiser_______________________ Invocator/CLE : _Carl Hendrickson________________ ************************************* Officers’ Reports - none ************************************* Committee Reports: Carl Hendrickson reminded people of the 40th Anniversary Party Place: Andre’s South 4254 Telegraph Road, 63129 Date: Wednesday, Oct. 28th. Time: Social/Cash Bar at … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 19, 2015
Meeting Minutes August 12, 2015
August 12, 2015 Met Life Building Meeting started: 7pm Dave Domian Presiding Officer Greeter Dick Shields Invocator/CLE Jerry Paul Officers Reports: None Committees: None Old Business: None Correspondence and Announcements: Dave Domian discussed Club Humorous speech contest being Sept. 2 or Sept. 9th because the next level contest is Sept. 26th. The club is looking … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 12, 2015
Capital T Humorous Speech Contest
Is anyone from South County Toastmasters be interested in attending a Humorous Speech Contest for the Advanced Club? August 14th. Capital T Toastmasters invites you to join us for our annual humorous speaking contest. It will be held in the Cornerstone Evangelical Free Church at 921 Edgar Road, Webster Groves, MO, 63119. The event starts … Continue reading Capital T Humorous Speech Contest
40th Anniversary Party
Place: Andre’s South 4254 Telegraph Road, 63129 Date: Wednesday, Oct. 28th. Time: Social/Cash Bar at 6:30 p.m. Dinner at 7:15 p.m. Price: $12.50 per person This is a party you can't afford to miss. Relive South County's history and achievements and meet the people who made it happen, plus some surprises. Tasty food and … Continue reading 40th Anniversary Party
Meeting Minutes August 5, 2015
Meeting Date: __August 5, 2015 Called to order at: 7 pm________ Location: _Met Life Bldg______ Presiding officer: ___Dave Domian___________ Greeter__Steve Winheim______________________ Invocator/CLE : __Tim Budd_______________________ ************************************* Officers’ Reports None ************************************* Committee Reports: Carl Hendrickson reminded people of the 40th Anniversary Party Place: Andre’s South 4254 Telegraph Road, 63129 Date: Wednesday, Oct. 28th. Time: Social/Cash Bar … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 5, 2015
Lynda.com Free for St. Louis County Library Users
I’ve been a big proponent of Lynda.com for many years and now I just noticed that it is Free for St. Louis County Library Users. Lynda.com is a video resource and training company for a LARGE list of programs and skills which all of us need to learn and refresh. In particular for Toastmasters, they … Continue reading Lynda.com Free for St. Louis County Library Users
Meeting Minutes July 29, 2015
Call to Order: 7pm Met Life Building Business Meeting: Presiding Officer: Caleb Harley Greeter: Howard Brandt Invocator: Matt Ramshaw Officers Report: None Committee Report: None Unfinished Business: None New Business: None Correspondence and Announcements: Rob Van Winkle reported on a Portland, Oregon Toastmaster Club he recently visited in District 7. Rob participated in Table Topics … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 29, 2015
Neither Snow Nor Rain Nor Heat
Here's a book I wrote a number of years ago which might help some of my fellow Toastmasters. Click Here to Download
Fortune Magazine Article
Here's a nice article about Toastmasters in Fortune Magazine. http://fortune.com/2015/07/22/toastmasters-public-speaking/
Meeting Minutes July 22, 2015
Call to Order: 700pm Met Life Building Business Meeting: Presiding Officer: Susan McConnell Greeter: Jack Bettag Invocator: Lauren Ritter Officers Report: None Committee Report: None Unfinished Business: None New Business: None Correspondence and Announcements: None Corrected minutes sent out and approved. Jeremey Roth was left off as guest Business Meeting over at 705pm Toastmaster: Carol … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 22, 2015
Area 4 Contest – September 26
Humorous and Tabletopics Contest Saturday, September 26, 2015 Briefings: 9:15 a.m. Contest: 9:45 a.m. St. Louis County Library Cliff Cave Branch 5430 Telegraph Rd. St. Louis, MO 63129 For the Area 4 Contest, we will need the following roles filled: Contest Chair Chief Judge Voting Judges Tie Breaking Judge Timers Counters Sergeant At Arms A … Continue reading Area 4 Contest – September 26
Meeting Minutes July 15, 2015
July 15th, 2015 Call to Order: 7:00pm Met Life Building Business Meeting: Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Greeter: Joe Brock Invocator: Vamsi Jammalamadaka Officers Report: None Committee Report: None Unfinished Business: None New Business: None Correspondence and Announcements: Rob Van Winkle reported on St. Louis Toastmaster Club @ Lafeyette Square. Presently 13 members but 20 needed … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 15, 2015
District 8 Champion to Visit SCTM
Tawanna Watson, the District 8 Speech Champion, is going to visit the club on July 22nd and wants to practice the speech she is going to give for the International Contest. I'm sure she would appreciate any feedback you can give her to improve.
Meeting Minutes July 8, 2015
July 8th, 2015 Call to Order: 7:00pm Met Life Building Business Meeting: Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Greeter: Caleb Harley Invocator: Brent Stewart Corrections made to July 1st, meeting minutes by Jerry Paul. Add Ginny Foster and David Rogers as present. Officers Reports: None Committee Reports: None Unfinished Business: None Old Business: Adam Kutell and Erin … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 8, 2015
