Category Archives: Meeting Summary

Storytelling — December 2 Meeting Recap

Posted on December 3, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

What would your life look like as a movie? Would it be boring and mundane, or filled with adventure? Our Toastmaster Jackie began our storytelling-themed meeting with a challenge: think of your life as movie, then make it the best … Continue reading →

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Inspiration — November 25 Meeting Recap

Posted on November 26, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

Are you a mountaineer or an architect? Both provided inspiration for Mark’s Toastmaster speech, in which a half-finished movie and Syrian news report sparked his roving imagination. Richard continued the theme with his travelogue Icebreaker “Never stop exploring”, while Jay … Continue reading →

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Pitch for Success! — November 18 Meeting Recap

Posted on November 19, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

What are the keys to a successful pitch? Make time to prepare, know your audience, and have confidence in what you’re selling, according to our Toastmaster Karoline, who shared her recent experiences in pitching herself. Edwin followed with a pitch … Continue reading →

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Comedy Night! — November 11 Meeting Recap

Posted on November 12, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

Why can’t we be more like sloths? Our comedy night host Andrew pitched us on his new dietary revolution — digesting slowly, like a sloth — to help us save time, skip bathroom lines, and endure a Lord of the … Continue reading →

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BMV! — November 4 Meeting Recap

Posted on November 6, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

Ready to get back to basics? As our Toastmaster, John shared the “BMV” of public speaking: the core fundamentals that will propel us through every speech, interview, and presentation. Mohammed then put the “B” into practice, inspiring us to know … Continue reading →

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