298 articles published
#285: Leading from Your Zone of Genius – Aligning Work with Passion — Katie Stoddart
[29:47] Discover how working from your strengths and passions can unlock clarity, boost performance, and bring more fulf...
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#284: Singing: A Secret Weapon for Confident Communication – Jillian Mitchell
[39:37] Voice coach & expert demonstrates how singing & practicing strengthens your speaking skills—improving clarity, c...
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#283: Storytelling & Presentation Tips through Audio Book Narration – Karen Merritt
[30:29] Toastmaster, actor, and audiobook narrator shares storytelling secrets—discover how narration skills can elevate...
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#282: Inviting Opportunity: Meet 2025-2026 International President Aletta Rochat, DTM
[30:44] Aletta shares with us stories about her remarkable personal & Toastmaster's journey to becoming the Int'l Presid...
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#281: Hummingbirds, Helicopters & an Underwater Guinness World Record – Eric Pittman
[24:08] A Toastmaster’s wild journey from bush pilot to wildlife filmmaker to Guinness World Record holder—plus orcas, h...
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#280: Communicating With Teens—How Talking & Listening Help You Both – Alice Shikina
[33:47] Navigating teen talks can be tough. Learn expert talking & listening skills to build connection, ease conflict,...
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#279: The Power and Practice of True Collaboration – Monique Levesque-Pharoah
[29:47] Discover how collaboration—when done with intention—can elevate leadership, foster trust, and create lasting imp...
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#278: How to Take Great Photos: The Do’s, Don’ts & Tips – Bambi Cash & Blake Carver
[36:06] Get insider advice from the creatives who bring Toastmasters visuals to life—covering events, selfies, group sho...
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#277: Envision Y(OUR) Next Move: 2025 International Convention – Dilip Abayasekara
[33:30} Past Int'l President reveals what’s ahead for the 2025 Philadelphia Convention—surprises, insights & how you can...
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#276: Better Conversations – One Question at a Time (Part 2) – Dr. Alison Wood Brooks
[19:50] A top Harvard professor shares how asking better questions boosts connection, deepens dialogue, & transforms con...
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#275: Better Conversations – One Question at a Time (Part 1) – Dr. Alison Wood Brooks
[32:16] A top Harvard professor shares how asking better questions boosts connection, deepens dialogue, & transforms con...
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#274: Think Fast, Talk Smart: Meet the 2025 Golden Gavel Recipient – Matt Abrahams
[31:15] Award-winning Stanford lecturer/podcast host shares insights on clear communication, anxiety management & upcomi...
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