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03Jul/15

Ripples in the Pond – a President’s Vision

July 3, 2015Blogkensson

There is a Japanese proverb which says ‘A vision without action is a dream… action without a vision is a nightmare’. Fellow Toastmasters, as your new President, I do not want thisRead More…

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19Mar/15

Defusing Verbal Criticism

March 19, 2015Blogkensson

At Toastmasters, we get used to receiving a lot of constructive feedback and very rarely is it critical. This is how we learn and improve. However, at work or home, we mayRead More…

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03Feb/15

Hidden Benefits of Being a Member

February 3, 2015Blogkensson

There are the obvious reasons for being a member of Casterbridge Speakers and thereby Toastmasters International; such as: Improving your presentation skills Enhancing your leadership capabilities Meeting like-minded people Accessing amazing materialsRead More…

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27Jan/15

Reasons and Motivation

January 27, 2015Blogkensson

There can be many reasons for joining Casterbridge Speakers, as a recent survey of members showed. Being invited and influenced by a current member Having to give a speech at my daughter’sRead More…

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18Feb/14

The Mentor – Turning Knowledge to Wisdom

February 18, 2014Blog, Leadershipmentoringkensson

One of the greatest benefits of being part of Casterbridge Speakers is the opportunity to be mentored and be a mentor.

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21Jan/14

Speaking Up with Confidence

January 21, 2014Blog, Events, Press ReleasesCaroline Brewer, Casterbridge Speakers, Dorchester, Public Speaking, Toastmasterskensson

The ability to speak confidently in public is an important skill for everyone in business.  Whether delivering a presentation, networking, or making a sales pitch, the impact we have on our audienceRead More…

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26Sep/13

Talking On Air

September 26, 2013Blog, Evaluation, Events, Meetings, Press Releases, SpeechesCasterbridge Speakers, Dorset Speakers, Laura McHarrie, Public Relations, Steve Bulley, The Radio Talk Show, WessexFMkensson

Steve Bulley, the managing director of Wessex FM is committed to supporting local community activities. On Wednesday 16th October he is joining the Casterbridge Speakers to simulate a radio talk show toRead More…

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10Sep/13

Tune Up Your Voice

September 10, 2013Blog, FAQCaroline Goyder, gravitas, Jonathan Goldman, pitch, speaking voice, tonekensson

At the weekend I had the privilege to facilitate the Lecture Series at the Good Funeral Awards in Bournemouth.  Five fabulous and worthy speakers on a variety of fascinating subjects and anRead More…

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20Jun/13

Making new friends and Keeping your mind active

June 20, 2013Blogmaking friendskensson

Growing older does not mean an inevitable decline in your mental abilities.  There’s a lot you can do to keep your mind sharp and alert.  Researchers believe that many of the supposedRead More…

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20Jun/13

Married life starts with a speech

June 20, 2013Blogwedding speecheskensson

Amongst all the excitement of the wedding announcement there are usually three people celebrating with mixed emotions, the speech makers.  The joy of the ‘wedding’ word is tinged by the fear ofRead More…

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