Regular Meeting September 28, 2019
The meeting was held at a new venue F-place (藤沢公民館・労働会館等複合施設). We started the meeting at 14:20 as we always do with meetings at F-place.
President E. M. called the meeting to order and introduced our guest,TM H. M., Area B1 Director in District 4 in the U.S. The Word of the Day “Engaging” was introduced by Grammarian TM M. H.
Toastmaster of the Day TM E. M. introduced his 3 assistants, Grammarian TM M. H., Vote Counter TM K. I, and Timer TM T. K. a new member who took his first role in the club at this meeting.
Joke Session
Joke master TM T. O. told two short funny stories.
Prepared Speech Session
Two prepared speakers made their speeches under Competent Communication (CC) and Advanced Communication (AC). Also two prepared speakers made their speeches under the new education system “Pathways.”
1st Speech: TM K. I, CC, Inspire Your Audience
He is 80 years old. He passed two muddy roads in his life. One is singing Canzone on the stage many times. Another is to be business adviser for Minigolf Sport Association. He would like to survive by doing stretch and walking forever.
2nd Speech:TM T. U., Level 2-1, Understanding Your Leadership Style, Persuasive Influence
A leadership that He would like to cultivate. He thinks leadership style should fit a situation or relationship. It’s also necessary to receive feedback from people who works together. He have changed several leadership styles based on the situation. He realized through dialogues with his group members that one of the most important things for him is to be a good listener. The leadership that He would like to cultivate is to be a good listener.
3rd Speech: TM M. H.,Level 2 -3, Introduction to Toastmasters Mentoring, Dynamic Leadership
Support system called mentoring was used from the old time to help individuals to become more competent. Mentors provide helpful advice, guidance and working strategies to the individuals who need their support called Protégé. Life without a mentor is like a music made up with just one key . . .
4th Speech: TM H. M., AC “Persuasive Speaking” “Conquering the Cold Call”
Her speech is to promote an expensive product “Pathways” to members who resist transferring from the legacy to the pathways program. After Q&A, the speaker solves problems posed, so the members will feel comfortable transferring to Pathways .
Table Topics Session
Topicmaster TM T. O. gave following questions:
1. People are said to have a good appetite in autumn. How do you satisfy your good appetite in autumn?
2. Spring and autumn are the seasons almost all people like to spend. Which do you like better, spring or autumn? And why?
3. Autumn is characterized by the beauty of colored leaves. Could you recommend the best viewing spot for red leaves you have been to? And please describe how beautiful the spot is.
4. Japan is said to have characteristic four seasons in a year. What are four seasons like where you live in the U. S. compared to Japan?
5. Everyone has their own strong points and weak points. Could you tell us your strong points and weak points clearly?
Evaluation Session
General Evaluator TM T. O. presided the Evaluation session smoothly and 4 Evaluators, TM J. H., TM K. K., TM T. K., and TM E. M. did appropriate, encouraging evaluations.
Award Presentation
TMOD Award: H. M.
She came from Silicon Valley and offered presentation that meets our need.
Best Table Topics: TM H. M.
Best Evaluator: TM T. K.
Best Prepared Speaker: TM T. U.
After the meeting, today’s guest Area Director H. M. and club members enjoyed talking on their clubs at a restaurant of Fplace. 。
TM E. M. TMOD for the Regular Meeting on September 28, 2019 (10/1)