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Objectives
The Objectives of Toastmasters
We educate men and women through the process of self-improvement and leadership training so that they may increase their confidence and usefulness in business, professional and community life.
Toastmasters is suitable for everybody
It helps its members to:
- improve their oral expression and thought
- develop their confidence and ability to speak in public
- obtain instruction and experience in the conduct of meetings
- promote the habit of analytical listening
- assist each other through constructive evaluation
- develop their capacity for leadership
- promote good fellowship among men and women
- advance mutual understanding through more effective communication
- foster and encourage "Better Listening, Thinking and Speaking"
How Toastmasters Works
Through participation in Toastmasters, people from all backgrounds learn to speak effectively, conduct meetings, manage a department or business, lead, delegate, and motivate.
As your improved communication skills become obvious within the workplace, increased visibility, recognision and promotion will follow.
Your improved presentation skills will win you the respect and admiration of your colleagues and employees - and make them wonder what you did to change!
Leadership skills acquired through participation in Toastmasters will increase your management potential.
As a Toastmaster you will acquire an increased ability to motivate and persuade, making you more effective as a supervisor or manager.
Members of Toastmasters Clubs have access to a wide range of educational materials, including books, audio and videotapes, and seminar programmes available at reduced cost through the Toastmasters International Supply Catalogue.