Welcome to our education hub. We hope you find these resources useful!
Listen to our Podcast
Want to hear more about Toastmasters from actual Toastmasters before you join us for a visit?
Tune in to The Talkative Toastmaster podcast, with your host, and our Immediate Past President and current Area 26 Director, Melanie Surplice. In this podcast, we explore how Toastmasters can help you to polish your public speaking skills, communicate with confidence and amplify your authenticity. Mel is joined by Toastmasters from our club, our District and beyond, who share how this global organisation has impacted their lives for the better, and how it could impact YOURS.
Below is a summary of the episodes we feel would be most beneficial for you.
Member Spotlight - Junyan Tan
Hear first-hand about the two year Toastmasters journey of Junyan Tan - a Toastmasters enthusiast, and our current club Secretary.
Junyan (who usually goes by the name of Brodie), shares his seven-year journey to the podium. Tune in as we uncover the layers of personal and professional growth that come from facing fears, embracing leadership roles, and engaging in the Toastmasters' Pathways learning and mentoring experience.
We also discuss how the Pathways education program equips members with practice for real-world situations like acing job interviews, through its dynamic online resources.
Conquering the fear of public speaking: from anxiety to confidence
Are you ready to conquer one of humanity's most common fears - glossophobia, the fear of public speaking? It's time to face the terror of public speaking head-on! We're dissecting this widespread fear from every angle, exploring its deep-seated roots from evolutionary instincts to the crushing dread of judgement.
Unleashing success: why confidence in public speaking matters
Ever considered the transformative power that confident public speaking could have on your life? We share insights into how becoming a more articulate speaker can completely level up your career and personal life. We examine the true impact of effective communication, how it can set you apart as a natural leader - and why regular practice matters!
What Toastmasters actually is, and how it can help you to succeed
Explore how Toastmasters clubs are organised, what happens at club meetings, and how the Pathways education program and other aspects of this incredible organisation can help you. Hear how 70% of employed individuals consider presentation skills crucial for success and how 85% of Toastmasters reported a boost in confidence from participating in the organisation. This is why we love it so much!
Your Pathways to success at Toastmasters - work through a proven training system
We navigate through the Toastmasters Pathways program - available to all members as part of the annual membership fee. This core education program offers members 6 specialised learning paths with more than 300 unique competencies. The program is like your own bespoke degree, designed to sculpt your public speaking and leadership skills from the foundational icebreaker speech to advanced elective projects.
Member Spotlight - Melissa Chong
Hear the first-hand account of the impact of being a member of Mount Gravatt Toastmasters, from Melissa Chong. Melissa shares her inspiring journey of self-development over the past ten years.
She discusses the friendships formed, and the unique blend of educational and entertainment aspects that makes Toastmasters a welcoming space for all.
Her dedication to improving her public speaking skills for her research work may even inspire you to take a step towards your own personal and professional development this year.
Master the art of inspiring speeches with Toastmasters
Ready to harness the strength of your voice and personality in your presentations? You'll discover the significance of the Icebreaker speech and how it uncovers the unique qualities you bring to the podium. You'll also hear tips on choosing the right Toastmasters Club and tapping into a supportive network that will provide the feedback you need to flourish.
Conquer the terror of impromptu speaking with Toastmasters
Ever find yourself tongue-tied when the spotlight unexpectedly turns your way? Hear about the many opportunities Toastmasters meetings provide for anyone wanting to practice their impromptu speech skills, whether it's during a nerve-wracking job interview, mingling at a networking event, or simply trying to get your point across with impact, in everyday conversations.
Improving your speaking prowess with constructive evaluations
One of the hallmarks of the Toastmasters experience is the feedback and evaluations you'll receive! Learn more about the subtle art of constructive feedback, which can help you to improve your public speaking prowess and embrace personal and professional advancement. Toastmasters can help you to use evaluations to sharpen your communication skills and authentically connect with your audience.
Exploring the unique roles on the Toastmasters agenda
Explore the Toastmasters meeting agenda in detail, so that you're aware of the unique speaking opportunities at each meeting. We touch on what each role is, what’s required and how you may be able to apply this to other areas of your life. With each role unpacked, from the quick-witted Table Topics Master to the astute evaluators, you'll learn more about the supportive Toastmasters environment.
Member Spotlight - Melanie Surplice
Hear how Toastmasters has woven in and out of Mel's life for 30 years - from a hesitant 17-year-old in a high school Speechcraft program to a far more confident speaker, who has held senior marketing roles in global companies, led online communities, led Toastmasters clubs, competed in District level speech contests, and is thriving in her current role as Area 26 Director within District 69.
Mel shares how Toastmasters has provided a steadfast thread of personal and professional growth throughout her life.
Expanding your professional growth and network with Toastmasters mentors
At our club, we provide every new member with a mentor! Hear more about how the personalised guidance and skill development you'll gain from having a dedicated mentor can not only increase your confidence but also expand your professional network. We'll explore the ripple effect of mentorship principles, showcasing how they can enhance other aspects of your life, building not just competence but also fostering deep, meaningful connections that endure.
Exploring the many leadership opportunities in Toastmasters
Toastmasters is not just focused on improving your communication skills! There are plenty of leadership opportunities both within and beyond the club if you wish to develop them. Whether it’s managing finances as Treasurer, facilitating member satisfaction as Vice President of Membership, or mastering events in the role of Sergeant at Arms, these positions will help you to develop skills that you'll carry well beyond the club's doors.
Contact Us
Thank you!
A member of our club will be in touch with you soon!
