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Toastmasters News

Women Who Lead the Way

Three female leaders are leaving a legacy on the Toastmasters Board of Directors.

Shannon Dewey

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Gloria Steinem on Public Speaking

How the famed feminist learned to face an audience.

Paul Sterman

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Understanding Improv

Polish your improvisational techniques in Toastmasters and life.

Craig Harrison, DTM

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Toastmasters News

News and Resources

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Profile

Taking the Stage

Multilingual member advocates for others through pageants and philanthropy.

Shannon Dewey

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Improv-ing Club Meetings

How 3 clubs are getting laughs and flexing their spontaneous speaking skills.

Stephanie Darling

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Fire Up the Lectern!

How to honor your officers and noteworthy members with a roast.

Kate McClare, DTM

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Presentation Skills

Become an Unforgettable Speaker

3 simple techniques to supercharge your speeches.

Lisa Nichols

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Presentation Skills

Techniques To Remember Your Speech

Find out what memory aids work best for you.

Caren S. Neile, Ph.D.

Toastmasters International founder Dr. Ralph C. Smedley

A Century of Toastmasters

Remembering Dr. Ralph C. Smedley

His vision for lifelong learning continues today.

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Humor

Humor in the Ordinary

Identifying comedy in everyday life can alleviate stress, improve your mood, and enhance your speeches.

Greg Glasgow

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Humor

A Quip a Day Keeps the Boredom Away

How to add humor to your speeches.

Bill Brown, DTM

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Women Who Lead the Way

Gloria Steinem on Public Speaking

Understanding Improv

News and Resources

Taking the Stage

Improv-ing Club Meetings

Fire Up the Lectern!

Become an Unforgettable Speaker

Techniques To Remember Your Speech

Remembering Dr. Ralph C. Smedley

Humor in the Ordinary

A Quip a Day Keeps the Boredom Away