1. Award(s) from Toastmasters International to date
Competent Communicator
2. Most challenging speech or project
Project 8 Get comfortable with visual aids requires the speaker to be familiar with the equipment set up in the room as well as coordinating with the person assisting in the advancement of the slides, etc. I thought was most challenging in terms of delivery.
3. Most memorable speech or project
I was told by my evaluator that my last speech, Project 10 Inspire your audience, was the best he had heard of all my speeches. I hope that was also the most memorable speech I’ve given.
4. Where do you feel you have most improved leading up to your award(s)
My public speaking skill certainly has improved but also the confidence, the careful choosing of words, and avoidance of filler words such as “ahs”, “ums”, etc. have also carried over to teleconferences, meetings, etc.
5. What advice do you have for members of rdu-toastmasters working towards similar recognition
Set a target date for completing the required speeches in the manual and have a mentor who will prod you to achieve your goal.
