Once you are accepted into the club as a member, you will have to wait a week or so to do a lot of things online until the Treasurer signs you up at Toastmasters and Turbobase. I'll explain that later. Step 1 - Put Zoom Meetings on Calendar Step 1 - The first thing I'd … Continue reading New Members – Tech Tips
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Speech Evaluation Tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cU4L7r6mbg Joe Redman Bob Gergen was nice enough to share his evaluation template not only for new Toastmaster training, but he also has given us permission to share it with club members. Bob is an evaluation award winner and gives us some practical advice and a template to follow to get us started in our … Continue reading Speech Evaluation Tips
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Pathways Catalog – 13 Paths
When your first join Toastmasters, you are presented with thirteen different paths that you can choose from. For brand new Toastmasters, Presentation Mastery is the path which is most like the old book-based Toastmaster program. Older Toastmasters may prefer one of the other twelve paths rather than repeat what they have done in the past. … Continue reading Pathways Catalog – 13 Paths
Pathways Catalog – 13 Paths
When your first join Toastmasters, you are presented with thirteen different paths that you can choose from. The Pathways Catalog is a downloadable and printable document which will show you each of the Pathways and the projects in each Path. For brand new Toastmasters, Presentation Mastery is the path which is most like the old … Continue reading Pathways Catalog – 13 Paths
Meeting Minutes February 10, 2021
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date:February 10, 2021Meeting Type/Theme:Valentine’s DayMeeting Location:Sunset Hills Community Center / ZoomCalled to Order:6:00 PMPresiding Officer: Kat Higashino Officers’ Reports: President: Kat Higashino Kat asked if there were any changes to the minutes and hearing none, the minutes of last week’s meeting were approved as posted.Kat inducts new member … Continue reading Meeting Minutes February 10, 2021
South County Toastmasters was well represented at the Area 4 Table Topics and International Speech Contests
By Kat Higashino The first virtual Area 4 speech contest was held on February 6, 2021. Jim Salih represented South County Toastmasters in Area 4 for both Table Topics® and the International Speech Contest. Additionally, his South County Toastmasters colleague, George Kiser, participated in the International Speech Contest. In their speeches, Jim Salih and George … Continue reading South County Toastmasters was well represented at the Area 4 Table Topics and International Speech Contests
Meeting Minutes February 3, 2021
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date:February 3, 2021Meeting Type/Theme:NoneMeeting Location:Sunset Hills Community Center / ZoomCalled to Order:6:00 PMPresiding Officer: Kat Higashino Officers’ Reports: President: Kat Higashino Kat asked if there were any changes to the minutes and hearing none, the minutes of last week’s meeting were approved as posted. VPE: Patrick Hunt Treasurer: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes February 3, 2021
501c3 Tax Documents
Attached below are two documents to help prove our non-profit status. These would be helpful when buying items for the club. Letter from the IRS - 1971Download Letter from Toastmasters Int.Download
New Members and Pathways
After helping a new member sign up for Pathways, I once again realized how we needed a step by step process video. Rather than try and create a new video, I found one on YouTube which does a fair job. If you are a brand new member, please wait until your membership has been turned … Continue reading New Members and Pathways
2015 – Winning with a Cigarette
Below is a great analysis of the 2015 winner of the Toastmasters World Championship contest. Lots of great tips we can all use in our next speech. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8GvTgWtR7o
Meeting Minutes January 27, 2021
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date:January 27, 2021Meeting Type/Theme:IndulgencesMeeting Location:ZoomCalled to Order:6:00 PMPresiding Officer: Kat Higashino Officers’ Reports: President: Kat Higashino Kat asked if there were any changes to the minutes and hearing none, the minutes of last week’s meeting were approved as posted. VPE: Patrick Hunt Treasurer: Prathyush Viswaroopan VPM: Kim Bond … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 27, 2021
Tips from Spider-Man…Tom Holland
I came across the video below which talks about eye-contact, gestures, body language, humor and confidence - all the things we need to work on in Toastmasters. I think you will enjoy it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PZKok5_KVA
Meeting Minutes January 20, 2021
Area 4 Speech Contest - February 6, 2021 There was no business meeting due to the contest. South County Toastmasters hosted a virtual speech contest for the first time. Thanks to Debbie Young, taking a lead to coordinate the speech contest seamlessly. SCTM Club Contest Stats: International Speech 1ST GEORGE KISER 2ND JIM SALIH Table … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 20, 2021
Article in Call Newspaper
Thanks to Sean Sheehan for his letter to the editor in the Call Newspaper. It was not only a great publicity piece for the club, but has already led to interest from two readers.
New Officers – January 6, 2021
Officer Duties The new slate of officers were inducted: President: Kat Higashino VP - Education (Monthly Schedule) : Patrick Hunt Secretary: Callie Koehr Treasurer: Prathyush Viswaroopan VP - Membership : Kim Bond VP - Public Relations : Sandy Roll Sergeant at Arms: Keith Page Officer at Large: Jerry Paul Immediate Past President: Jerry Paul
Meeting Minutes January 13, 2021
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date:January 13, 2021Meeting Type/Theme:No Theme (Wear a sticker)Meeting Location:Sunset Hills Community Center / ZoomCalled to Order:6:00 PMPresiding Officer: Kat Higashino Officers’ Reports: President: Kat Higashino Kat asked if there were any changes to the minutes and hearing none, the minutes of last week’s meeting were approved as posted. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 13, 2021
Meeting Minutes January 6, 2021
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date:January 6, 2021Meeting Type/Theme:Regular Meeting – Theme: Happy New Year - New BeginningsMeeting Location:Sunset Hills CenterCalled to Order:6:00 PMPresiding Officer: Jerry Paul Officers’ Reports: President - Jerry Paul: asked if there were any changes to the minutes and hearing none, the minutes of last week’s meeting were approved … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 6, 2021
Meeting Minutes December 16, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date:December 16, 2020Meeting Type/Theme:Regular Meeting – Theme: AutomationMeeting Location:Sunset Hills Community CenterCalled to Order:6:00 PMPresiding Officer: Jerry Paul Officers’ Reports: President – Jerry Paul: asked if there were any changes to the minutes and hearing none, the minutes of last week’s meeting were approved as posted. VPE – Kat … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 16, 2020
Meeting Minutes December 9, 2020
Meeting Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2020 Called to order at: 6:00PM Location: Sunset Hills Community Center Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Greeter: Patrick Hunt Invocator/CLE: Keith Page Officers’ Reports President - Jerry Paul asked if there were any changes to the minutes. Susan McConnell had two corrections. After the two corrections are made the minutes from … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 9, 2020
Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020
Meeting Date: December 2nd, 2020 Called to order at: 6:00 PM Location: Sunset Hills Community Center Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Greeter: Katsuko Higashino Invocator/CLE: Callie Koehr Officers’ Reports: Officers President - Jerry Paul asked if there were any changes to the minutes and hearing none, the minutes of … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020
Meeting Minutes November 18, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - November 18, 2020 Meeting Date: November 18, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular meeting - Theme: Thanksgiving Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: JD Perper and Jerry … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 18, 2020
Congratulations to Patrick Hunt
On Nov 18th, 2020, Congratulations to Patrick Hunt for earning Level 1 Pathways Awards. Patrick completed the Presentation Mastery Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Welcome New Member Nancy Alba
On Wednesday, November 18th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Nancy Alba into the Club as a new member. Sandy Roll will serve as his mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Nancy!!
Meeting Minutes November 11, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - November 11, 2020 Meeting Date: November 11, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular meeting - Theme: The Pen is Mightier than the Sword Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 11, 2020
Congratulations to Susan McConnell
Congratulations to Susan McConnell for earning a Pathway Awards. Susan completed Level 2 of the Visionary Communications Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Meeting Minutes November 4, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - November 4, 2020 Meeting Date: November 4, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular meeting - Theme: none; Table Topics theme was professional services. Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 4, 2020
Congratulations to Brent Stewart and P.V.
Congratulations to Brent Stewart and Prathyush Viasaroopan (P.V.) for earning Pathways Awards. Both Brent and P.V. completed Level 2 of the Effective Coaching Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievements!!
Meeting Minutes October 28, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - October 28, 2020 Meeting Date: October 28, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular meeting - Theme: The Cat is Out of the Bag Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 28, 2020
Free Path until March 31, 2021
Richard E. Peck2020-2021 International PresidentToastmasters International Oct. 22, 2020 Finally, as a token of our appreciation during this difficult time, any Toastmaster who renews their membership for the October renewal period by December 31 will automatically receive a free Pathways path! Please visit your Toastmasters profile, click the “Choose A Path” button, and follow the normal path … Continue reading Free Path until March 31, 2021
Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - October 21, 2020 Meeting Date: October 21, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: 45th Anniversary Meeting - Theme: Jobs and Interviews Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: Kathy … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020
Meeting Minutes October 14, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - October 14, 2020 Meeting Date: October 14, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme Cycle Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: Kathy Denton, Secretary Officers’ … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 14, 2020
Welcome New Member Jeff Hoehn
On Wednesday, October 14th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Jeff Hoehn into the Club as a new member. Jim Salih will serve as his mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Jeff!!
Congratulations to Kathy Denton
Congratulations to Kathy Denton for completing Persuasive Influence level 3. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - October 7, 2020 Meeting Date: October 7, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme Crossroads in Life Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: Kathy Denton, … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020
Meeting Minutes September 30, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - September 30, 2020 Meeting Date: September 30, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Special Meeting – 5th Meeting of the Month - Pathways Progress projects Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 30, 2020
Speech Feedback
If you're looking for feedback from a recent speech, follow these steps. Login to Toastmasters Int.Click on PathwaysChoose Go to BasecampClick on Feedback. To Leave Feedback for another Toastmaster. Login to Toastmasters Int.Click on PathwaysChoose Go to BasecampIn the Search Bar at the top, type in the name of the member for whom you want … Continue reading Speech Feedback
Meeting Minutes September 23, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - September 23, 2020 Meeting Date: September 23, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme Fall / Autumn Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: Kathy Denton, … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 23, 2020
Speaker Wins AGT
If you are a fan of America's Got Talent, you see quite an assortment of talented individuals from singers to trapeze artist and dog trainers. What you have never seen until now are speakers. Brandon Leake is the first speaker to appear on AGT and his initial presentation was a work of art and was … Continue reading Speaker Wins AGT
Welcome New Members Elizabeth (Liz) DeCamp and Tim Davis
Liz DeCamp On Wednesday, September 23th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Elizabeth (Liz) DeCamp and Tim Davis into the Club as new members. Debbie Young will serve as Liz’s mentor and Robert VanWinkle will serve as Tim’s mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Liz and Tim!!
Meeting Minutes September 16, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - September 16, 2020 Meeting Date: September 16, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: none Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:03 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: Kathy Denton, Secretary Officers’ … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 16, 2020
Welcome New Member Elisa Wong
On Wednesday, September 16th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Elisa Wong into the Club as a new member. Susan McConnell will serve as her mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Elisa!!
Meeting Minutes September 9, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - September 9, 2020 Meeting Date:September 9, 2020Meeting Type/Theme:Regular Meeting – Theme: Schnitzels and SuchMeeting Location:Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via ZoomCalled to Order:6:06 PMPresiding Officer:Jerry PaulSubmitted By:Kathy Denton, Secretary Officers’ Reports: Officers: President – Jerry Paul -Minutes of the … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 9, 2020
Welcome New Member Callie Koehr
On Wednesday, September 9th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Callie Koehr into the Club as a new member. Brent Stewart will serve as her mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Callie!!
Meeting Minutes September 2, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - September 2, 2020 Meeting Date:September 2, 2020Meeting Type/Theme:Regular Meeting – Theme: Let's celebrate the month of SeptemberMeeting Location:Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via ZoomCalled to Order:6:05 PMPresiding Officer:Brent Stewart (VPM) filling in for Jerry Paul (President)Submitted By:Kathy Denton, Secretary … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 2, 2020
Congratulations to Jackie Haar
Congratulations to Jackie Haar. She completed Pathways Team Collaboration Level 1. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Meeting Minutes August 26, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - August 26, 2020 Meeting Date: August 26, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: Relationships Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: Kathy Denton, Secretary Officers’ … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 26, 2020
Meeting Minutes August 19, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - August 19, 2020 Meeting Date: August 19, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: Kathy Denton, Secretary Officers’ Reports: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 19, 2020
Meeting Minutes August 12, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - August 12, 2020 Meeting Date: August 12, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: Rebirth Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: Kathy Denton, Secretary Officers’ … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 12, 2020
Congratulations to Victor Mattison
Rob VanWinkle, DTM and Howard Brandt, DTM pose with Victor Mattison, DTM Congratulations to Victor Mattison. He earned 4 milestones – High Performance Leadership, Advanced Leader Silver, and Distinguished Toastmaster! Congratulations on achieving these goals!
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