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What is
Speechcraft?
Speechcraft is a 4-8 session workshop designed to teach communication and
leadership skills to groups of 5-10 participants. A team of experienced
Toastmasters conducts the Speechcraft using materials supplied by Toastmasters
International.
Why should a club
conduct a Speechcraft?
- Speechcraft is a proven way to build club membership.
- Speechcraft serves as a refresher course in public speaking for
members.
- Speechcraft enhances meeting attendance and interest among all
members.
- Speechcraft gives members an opportunity to exercise their communication
and leadership skills.
- Speechcraft furthers the Mission of Toastmasters International and its
Clubs.
- Speechcraft coordinators fulfill one of the requirements for the ATM Gold
recognition.
How does a club
host a Speechcraft?
- Contact the Speechcraft Coordinator at speechcraft@d6tm.org
who will help you to coordinate your Speechcraft.
- Order a Speechcraft Kit
from Toastmasters International. The Kit contains a Coordinator's Guide, Participant Handbooks and other
supporting materials.
- Set a date, time and location for the Speechcraft.
- Schedule/assign presenters and mentors.
- Advertise, advertise, advertise!
- Complete the Speechcraft Survey
after your Speechcraft is completed to help other coordinators plan their Speechcrafts.
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