FS Toastmasters

 The Thanksgiving rendition of our Toastmaster meeting was both uplifting and enlightening.  (And we were especially Thankful for two guests.) Betty McCallister was Toastmaster. Ivan Beggs was the speaker, and Table Topics focused on Thanksgiving traditions and favorites.          Ivan’s speech title was “Preparation and Practice”. This was a speech crafted from materials in the Better Speaker Series. Ivan had excellent tips and strategies for delivering a winning speech every time we have the opportunity. He pointed out that after selecting, researching, crafting and practicing our speech, that some of the smallest details can derail us if we have not prepared well. On the practice end of the speech, he recommends  six sessions, without notes. If the place is new or the equipment is new to you, do the due diligence necessary to feel comfortable when the time comes to give the speech. The smallest things, like lighting at the lectern or forgotten props can throw off your timing or th