Meeting Report for 27th November, 2019

Ben called the meeting to order before  handing over to our President, Nick. After a few inspiring words from him, he introduced Monika, who was Toastmaster for the evening. She then invited David on stage who introduced our seven guests.

Our Table Topics Master was Ilaria who posed a number of thought-provoking TTs, which were answered and then instantly evaluated by audience members, in our packed Fitzrovia venue. 

The prepared speeches were: Melanie, with "The Annual Review" (Speeches by Management #2 - Appraise with Praise). This was followed by Sarah, with "Emotional Authenticity" (Visionary Commuication #2-2 - Understanding your Communication Style). Thirdly, Ian delivered "Using Schedules Effectively in Software Development" (Speaking to Inform #4 - A Fact-Finding Report).

The speeches were then evaluated by Robin, Freddie and Gosia before Lynne took our Open Feedback session - in which members and guests have three minutes per speech to add additional commendations and recommendations.

Visiting guest, Dominik then performed the General Evaluator role, which he did flawlessly, without notes (which was particularly impressive, as he remembered everyone's name!). 

Winner of Best Table Topic was David, Freddie scooped best Evaluator and Sarah was voted best speaker. 

Our next meeting is at 19:00 on 11th December, at The Fitzrovia Community Centre, W1W 6DN. Guests, as always, are very welcome!