Meeting Report for 22nd January, 2020

We enjoyed a full-house on the 4th Wednesday of the month, (our other meeting being on the 2nd Wednesday of the month).

Desi performed the Meet and Greet role, Simon called us to order before our President Nick took to the stage. Nick warmed the room up with well chosen words before he handed over to our Toastmaster, Ian.
Desi then invited our eight guests on stage, who took turns to tell us a little about themselves.

Ian had prepared a choice of two questions for those performing roles: have you ever had a bad experience that lead to a good experience? Or, have you ever snatched defeat from the jaws of victory? Those who had failed to respond to Ian's email had their answers invented by him!

David, out Table Topic Master then invited members and guests on stage at random to answer (and evaluate) a series of teasing questions.

Then it was time for our formal speeches. Our first speaker was Errol, with "No Bad Language Please!" (Engaging Humour # 1-3  -Education and Feedback - 2). This amusing, barnstorming performance was followed by Debbie, with "Sustainability Plan" (Speaking to Inform #5 - The Abstract Concept). Debbie's elegant delivery addressed the dangers of palm oil, persuaded many in the room to think and act differently in future. Finally our new member, Flemming delivered "Nomophoboa" (Presentation Mastery  #4-3 Building a Social Media Presence). This well-constructed speech explored the impact of losing your mobile phone and the consequences and opportunities that flow therefrom. 

The speeches were evaluated by Cat, Chinkata and Ben before David hosted the Open Feedback session. This is when the audience is invited to contribute three minutes more feedback on each speech, in a commendation/recommendation/commendation format.  

Our guest Hector then took to the stage to deliver his General Evaluation report on the club, addressing people who had been on stage but hadn't been previously evaluated.

It was then time for the awards!

David scooped best Table Topic, the best speech Evaluator was a three-way tie between Cat, Chinkata and Ben and Errol won Best Speaker.

And so ended another constructive, high quality, high energy evening enjoyed by all! 

Our next meeting is at 19:00 on Wednesday 12th February, 2020 at the Fitzrovia Centre, 2 Foley Stree, W1W 6DN. Guests, as always, are very welcome!