Members will learn the basic techniques to capture the audience and effectively communicate their message. Techniques include: speaking with sincerity, organizing your speech, using vocal variety, and inspiring your audience. Later, members can choose to work on more advanced topics, such as delivering technical presentations, facilitating discussions, giving special occasion speeches, telling stories or giving entertaining speeches.

Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities. You’ll be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations, and you’ll improve your one-on-one dealings with others.

Don’t worry! Everyone at Toastmasters@MIT was once at the level you are now. The environment is friendly and supportive, and the self-paced program allows you to build confidence with each speaking assignment. And you’ll love the applause! Constructive evaluation is the heart of the Toastmasters program. Each time you give a prepared speech, an evaluator will point out strengths and suggest improvements. At first you’ll be applauded for your effort; later you’ll be applauded for your skill.