Conquer Your Fears
Consistently, statistical surveys on the subject of fears reveal that fear of public speaking leads the list for the vast majority of people, even above death and bankruptcy. Yet, other surveys that gauge successful people in every walk of life show that one of the key attributes these people possess is the ability to persuade audiences with polished presentations.
Toastmasters International was formed for this very reason: to help even the most timid among us develop confidence and self-assurance in public speaking. This is accomplished by a program of carefully designed, progressively more challenging projects delivered in a non-threatening atmosphere of encouragement and mutual growth.
In a supportive and fun environment, fellow club members, motivated by the same goals, give and receive the constructive feedback that is so necessary to personal development. At a pace that you determine, you can shed those layers of fear and let the real you emerge: the competent and respected speaker you’ve always known you could be.
Benefits of Joining Toastmasters of La Jolla
- Improve your communication and public speaking skills
- Better listening, thinking, speaking abilities
- Improve your leadership skills
- Build self-confidence
- Increase your income
- Meet a great group of enthusiastic, positive, and diverse peopel
- Have fun!
Still not persuaded?
Check out this list of famous Toastmasters and this list of Golden Gavel recipients. You could be one of them!
Im not sure I have the money to join Toastmasters. I have always wanted to join but have found this to be an economic impossibility. Is there anything I can do to become a member?
Hey Jessica,
Come to our meetings as a guest. You can come as many times as you’d like and can even participate in a few activities.
See you soon,
TMLJ
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Hi, I would like to join you on this Tuesday. Will you be meeting on the 29th?
What is the membership cost?
Thank you and look forward to hearing from you soon.
Donna,
Sorry I didn’t see your message earlier. Please come to the meeting tonight at 6:30PM at the La Jolla Firehouse YMCA. Come check it out for free and we can talk membership after if you decide to join. Hope to see you!!!