Public speaking … Butterflies … and You …

By now I hope you’ve come to the same realizations about Airpark Toastmasters as I have –

First, we’re an atypical and stellar club – “outside the box” as they say – versus other Scottsdale Toastmasters’ clubs. And that’s a good thing.

Second, we’re growing nicely with great members and always have guests that are excited to be a part of us. Even better – every member is excited and committed to becoming a better speaker and leader – and that’s powerful …

It’s powerful because when everyone is on the ‘same page’, amazing things happen! I once watched hundreds of monarch butterflies gather over a single plant. Slowly, one by one, they perched themselves atop it … then, one stiff breeze spooked them and they dispersed like a puff of smoke high in the sky. Somehow, miraculously though, every butterfly returned atop their perch as if nothing happened – it was a bonding energy that kept them together – as if they were all on the ‘same page.’

Yes, there is strength in numbers. But, true bonds aren’t created if those numbers can’t or won’t commit to the same goals. Today, I feel that everyone here is committed to the same goals: respect, confidence and personal growth through better public speaking. In other words, we are all on the ‘same page.’

I know, I know … we’re not butterflies but the point still holds: like the butterflies, committed groups of people can accomplish incredible things. And it appears “miraculous-like” to those outside the group. (I promise you – those around you have already noticed a difference in you.) Have confidence that your sense of belonging and commitment to your personal growth is creating miraculous things – right now! Be proud in everything that you’ve accomplished so far … but don’t stop here – this is just the beginning.

For Members: Continue your growth right now, and sign up for a functionary role for our next meeting – what few roles are left.

For Guests: Stop in this Thursday and watch first hand how Airpark Toastmasters is helping its members become better speakers, leaders and communicators. There’s no obligation and we’d love to meet you in person! Here is a link to our directions. We all look forward to meeting you on Thursday.

It’ll be another great meeting this week – and that’s squarely because of you – the members and guests of Airpark Toastmasters!

That’s all for now, but before I leave you, one last thing…

“Does Toastmasters Really Work?”

I’ve personally witnessed transformation after transformation of people joining our family terrified to speak in public – but then turn into public speaking rock stars! Of course, you’ll have to make your own intelligent judgements about whether or not we are a fit to help you reach your professional goals.

But I can say this: despite the countless public speaking successes our members have experienced (including 5 media appearances) there are people who race to join Toastmasters, have revealed to them a ‘blue-print’ for public speaking success and yet a few months down the road are still stuck or parked in the same spot!

You do get what you put into it.

I don’t think this will be your experience. After all, you found our blog and read this far so you must be interested in furthering your personal and professional goals through public speaking. Congratulations on completing the first step.

Now, the next step is to stop by as a guest, introduce yourself and watch and learn as we all move forward overcoming our fears, growing professionally through better public speaking and having a great time doing it!

Scottsdale based Airpark Toastmasters, meets at noon every Thursday at the JCC building at 12701 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. That’s on the SE corner of Scottsdale and Sweetwater Rd. Please click here for directions and feel free to drop in anytime as a guest.

Happy Speaking,
Anthony – Current Past President | Airpark Toastmasters
Author: Anthony Contreras
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