TOASTMASTERSINTERNATIONALToastmasters International
Club Growth ProgrammeIntroductory event format

Format / Lecture

One aspect of public speaking.Learn the fundamentals.

In a lecture, a specific topic of public speaking is presented in a teaching style format.

Example topic

Body
Language.

Learn about the fundamentals of one specific aspect of public speaking.

For everyone who is new to public speaking and curious about what it is and how it can help them.

Type of event / target audience

A first contact with public speaking.

The lecture gives you insights into public speaking and is designed to create interest to continue learning in one way or another.

01 / Insight

Discover public speaking

Gain an introduction to one specific communication topic.

02 / Audience

For beginners

Ideal for people who are new to public speaking and curious about its benefits.

03 / Starting point

Initial contact

Suitable as one of the first meetings in a longer development journey.

Purpose and scope

Learn first. Practise next.

Purpose

You will learn about the fundamentals of one certain aspect of public speaking, for example body language.

Out of scope

You will not practise a particular subject in the lecture and you will not receive individual feedback.

Learn→Practise→Feedback→Adjust

Public speaking develops through learning, practising, feedback and adjusting. After the lecture, find a place to practise and receive feedback, such as a dedicated corporate club or a Toastmasters club nearby.

Your next step

Continue with practice and feedback.

Use the lecture as a starting point, then continue developing your skills in a practice based format.