"The Announcement" by Tim G

Speaker two May 29, 2008 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"What Is A Professional Personal Coach?" by Regina F

Speaker three May 29, 2008

"Club Elections" May 29 Meeting Minutes

Articulators' Sergeant at Arms, Roger called the meeting to order at 7:30. Denny gave the invocation, led the pledge, and shared an inspired toast. President, Michelle D welcomed everyone and passed control to VP Education, Roxie to conduct the club officer elections. The officer slate (nominated previously) was: President - Michelle D, VP Education - Mike S, VP Membership - Tim G, VP Publicity - Irene, Secretary - Rebecca, Treasurer - Roxie, and Sergeant at Arms - Roger. The slate was approved unanimously by all members present and our new officers will serve from July 1 to December 31, 2008.

Rebecca stepped to the lectern as Toastmaster and led our meeting. She had distributed well designed agendas before the meeting. Grammarian, Michelle D gave us "kismet" as word of the day, Mike S served as Timer, Ed as "Ah" counter and Rebecca tabulated the votes. Our prepared speakers were Roger giving speech #5, Regina giving speech #3, and Tim G giving speech #9. Irene was Table Topics Master, Ed was General Evaluator, and evaluators were Irene, Roxie, and Mike S.

Roles for next week were confirmed. Guest, Denise W (wife of Denny) complemented the club. Rebecca awarded the ribbons. Best Speaker went to Tim G with "The Announcement", Best Table Topic went to Ed for "The Issues for 2008", and Best Evaluator went to Irene for her feedback to Roger's speech "What Goes Up Does Not Always Go Down." The meeting ran on time and we adjourned at 8:34 AM.

When You Serve as TOASTMASTER . . .

The meeting's Toastmaster coordinates and conducts the entire meeting. As the congenial host they set the "tone" for the meeting and introduce the participants. They prepare the agenda for distribution at the meeting. Checks that those who have meeting roles understand their responsibilities. Motivates everyone to help make the meeting its' best and facilitates the program within the allotted meeting time.

There are 5 Toastmaster project opportunities in the Competent Leadership manual that count toward you Competent Leader Award.

Club Officers' Role Descriptions

Serving as a club officer builds skills and develops leadership ability. These are the 7 (seven) officer roles and duties and how officers work with each other and with the club's members.

PRESIDENT: Serves as the club's Chief Executive Officer, responsible for general supervision and operation of the club. Presides at club meetings and directs the club in a way that meets the educational growth and leadership needs of members. In cooperation with the executive team, establishes long-term and short-term plans for club health and growth. First-Ranking Club Officer

VICE-PRESIDENT OF EDUCATION: Is responsible for planning successful club meetings so that each member has the opportunity to achieve their personal goals. Directs planning, organization, and implementation of programs. Schedules speeches, signs manuals, updates member progress charts, reports award completion to Toastmasters International, and coordinates recognition. Second-Ranking Club Officer

VICE-RESIDENT OF MEMBERSHIP: Plans, organizes and implements a continuous marketing effort which ensures the club maintains or exceeds a charter membership level of 20. Works with groups inside and outside of Toastmasters to promote club membership and membership retention. Third-Ranking Club Officer

VICE-PRESIDENT OF PUBLIC RELATIONS: Develops implements and administers a program, to maintain a positive image of Toastmasters for all members, guests, and the public. Develops and executes internal and external public relations campaigns for the club. Fourth-Ranking Club Officer

SECRETARY: Is responsible for all club records and correspondence. Custodian of the Club Constitution and Bylaws and all other official club documents. Fifth-Ranking Club Officer

TREASURER: Is responsible for development and execution of financial policies, procedures, audits, and controls. Receives and disburses funds in payment of all obligations, and develops and recommends a budget to executive committee. Sixth-Ranking Club Officer

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS: Serves as Master Host and makes proper arrangements for all club meetings. Coordinates with members to ensure each member and guest are welcomed at meetings. Seventh-Ranking Club Officer

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Provides guidance and serves as a resource to club officers and members. Chairs the Nominating Committee, assists in preparation of the club Success Plan, and promotes the club's efforts to become a Distinguished Club.

Using Social Networking for Club Connections

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