Delivering Bad News
I recently completed my final project from the advanced “Speeches for Management” manual – delivering bad news. Through the introduction by both the evaluator and the Toastmaster; I made sure the audienceRead More…
Try This – Presenting with Fun
It may come as a surprise to you that presenting a speech can be fun. Yet that was the message at a recent free workshop delivered by two members of Casterbridge SpeakersRead More…
Goal Setting & Planning with Caroline Brewer
Caroline Brewer, President of Casterbridge Speakers 2013/4 selected ‘Goal Setting and Planning’ from the Leadership Excellence Series for the Education Slot 6th November. It is Caroline firm belief that the club will be even moreRead More…
To Err is Human – with Chris Stanbury
This is Chris Stanbury’s second speech from the Competent Communications manual. Good speech organisation is essential if your audience is to follow and understand your presentation. You must take the time toRead More…
Talking On Air
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…
“A litter of cupolas” – the Brighton Pavilion in 1823
This is a video link to Rachel Knowles fourth speech from the Competent Communicators manual. This assignment asks you to use words that effectively communicate your message to the audience. You shouldRead More…
There’s no ‘I’ in team…………..or is there?
This is Nick Fox’s second speech. His assignment: to focus on effective organising so that it leads the audience to a clearly defined goal. The speech should include a beginning, a bodyRead More…
Walking Talking and Stalking – Project 4 – How to Say It – Date 6th July 2011
Mr President, Mr Toastmaster, fellow toastmasters and guests. This speech focuses on language, with the aim of painting pictures in your mind of the joys of walking as a social, physical andRead More…
Anya de Iongh giving a speech at a conference
Anya de Iongh is one of our newest members and here she is speaking on behalf of the Patients Association and explaining how patients can be placed at the centre of careRead More…
Paul Hutchings Competing in the 2011 UK Business Speakers Contest
A fab video of one of our past presidents, Paul Hutchings, competing in the 2011 UK Business Speakers competition.