Being a new member of the Klang Bilingual Toastmaster Club, I have already learned many things through my observation of the club members.
Members here speak either Mandarin or English or both. Others like me, speak only English with a splatter of Mandarin, whilst others speak mainly Mandarin with little English. There are non Chinese speaking members too. Still, good communication bridges any language barrier!
The warmth, sincere friendship and real teamwork exist here and one can see the enthusiasm and commitment to the club’s success are very much to be admired.
The club members are from various walks of life and their desire to discover their true potential is truly to be admired. From students to home makers to business owners. When we are in the club, we are considered equals. In short, it doesn’t matter who you are, you have the potential to discover your talents and what you don’t know you can learn. A safe place to make mistakes without being judged.
I would indeed recommend anyone, young and old to be a Toastmaster as this is a place to grow to become competent in communication and leadership amongst other things which one will probably won’t learn in school.
Some companies have recommended and sponsored their staff to join toastmasters so that the staff can learn presenting skills which I think is great!
This is definitely a place to let your hair down and just be involved whether to yourself or to the club. Discover the diamond in you. Polish it until it shines.
Your potential can never be uncovered unless you are ready to discover it!
"We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give."
~ Winston Churchill
Catherine Lim, TM
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