"Toastmasters has given me more confidence, not only in public speaking but also in interpersonal communication. My anxieties have diminished considerably. I have also learned valuable leadership and organizational skills. Toastmasters is by far the most cost-effective way of gaining these skills."
John Morris, MBA
Business Development
"When I joined Pacific Spirit Toastmasters, I had been in Canada for six month. Of course my English was not enough but I though the most efficient way to improve my English and my public speaking is to join Toastmasters.
Now I have been joining this club more than one year. I still learn a lot. I cannot speak English fluently and sometimes I feel nervous because of my English. But our member helps me all the time. Positive environment, friendly members. I think this is the most important things for developing your skills."
Hironobu Kikuchi
Software Engineer, Japan
"As a manager, public speaking is a very important skill. Everyday, I have to give presentations and chair meetings at all levels within my organization. After three years attending Toastmasters, I've gained the proficiency to make public speaking my strongest skills."
Oswaldo Koch, B. Eng., MBA
IT Manager, Fitness Trainer
"Toastmasters is perfect for the novice and for those already comfortable with public speaking. I joined Pacific Spirit Toastmasters Club as a beginner and have now achieved Advanced Toastmaster-Bronze. Pacific Spirit Toastmasters is fun, supportive, and a great place to learn and improve my public speaking skills. It provides a proven, methodical, educational program that has helped me to grow in confidence and improve my presentation delivery. For me, growth has come by getting involved!"
Charles James, MS, RRP
"Toastmasters Club has helped me face my biggest fear - fear of public speaking. Joining Pacific Spirit Toastmasters Club and doing the various speech projects forced me out of my comfortable, quiet, spectator zone. It was nerve-wracking in the beginning but practice in weekly meetings helped build my confidence and my effectiveness in communicating."
Venie Dettmers
Health Systems Planning Advisor
"In the past, whenever I had to speak to a group, all the words I had ever known seemed to flee to the back of my brain and crouch there, hiding. So, heart in hands, I joined Pacific Spirit Toastmasters. The step-by-step program and the supportive and encouraging club members have helped me develop the skills and confidence I need to speak at industry events. Great for me and great for my business."
Sally Harding
Literary Agent
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"I joined Pacific Spirit Toastmasters only 4 short months ago and already I have gained confidence when I speak. My goal is to improve my communication skills to become a more effective speaker. I was very nervous to do my first few speeches but everyone made me feel at ease. Now I'm discovering my speaking style and I'm eager to complete my CTM. Another great aspect of the club is that I can work through the speeches at my own pace and I always get very helpful and honest feedback from fellow members. This has been great for my self-esteem."
Kim Rogers
Marketing Manage
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