Top 5 reasons to join Toastmasters

[@stephanvillavicencio5679]

Wow Liz, you are such a good speaker. You have a steady pace and lovely tone of speech. You are a great example of a Toastmaster! Thank you for making the rest of us Toastmasters look good!

[@LizJin]

Thank you so much for your kind words!! I am so grateful to Toastmasters!

[@mindsetalam]

Hi Liz, I joined TM in November 2019. It is very good platform to improve public speaking.

[@LizJin]

Congratulations on joining! I hope you enjoy the journey!

[@manishabairwa9340]

Being a toastmaster, I completely agree with what you said👍

[@LizJin]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@ichiromax564]

I can watch this video over and over again. And I became Toastmaster in Kitakyushu Toastmasters Club in Japan since 2017 February. The last year, I took a president role, and this year I am doing VPE. Through, the journey of Toastmasters, I am experiencing my personal growth.

[@LizJin]

Congratulations on your leadership roles! Cheering for you and your continued personal growth.

[@stellacarrier8341]

This 5 reasons to join Toastmasters video by Liz Jin is motivational, I confess that I just need to give myself approximately 4 to 7 weeks at the very latest as a timeline to research more about this topic for multiple reasons one reason I feel comfortable admitting even if I easily clear the question of money to become a member I would need to make sure that I am ready to make the required time andor schedule commitment, however I am still glad that I came across this youtube video.

[@LizJin]

Thank you, Stella! Everyone's journey is different, but I can't speak highly enough about Toastmasters and what it did for me. Best of luck to you!

[@christinajoseph7755]

thanks for the video, liz. i am definitely inspired by your experience and am certainly looking to join a chapter, although i am a bit nervous about giving speeches! as always, I appreciate the content!

[@LizJin]

Thanks so much, Christina! You always struck me as such a confident and articulate speaker and so it didn't occur to me that you would be nervous giving speeches! Coke has a wonderful chapter if you're interested in joining although I know you're a wee bit busy right at the moment...:)

[@MansSuperPower]

Thank you very much. The success shows in the way you present this video. I just attended my first meeting and I’m excited to meet new people and see the improvement in presentation skills.

[@LizJin]

Congratulations on attending your first meeting! I have no doubt that you will meet wonderful people and improve your presentation skills.

[@MansSuperPower]

Liz Jin Thank you very much. I believe so as well. 🙏🏿

[@user-hi7kz7mr3h]

Hi liz , thank for this amazing video , i think you video is a good example of how toastmaster can make a person a good speaker.

[@LizJin]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@HendRa-dm3hw]

I just join today. We meet via zoom now hahaha. I hope is not to late for me. I still need improve my English. Thanks for testimony.. I know now I doing right 😂

[@LizJin]

Congratulations!! It's never too late to start Toastmasters (or anything else in life). :)

[@alizanaaz9800]

I also like u I cnt speak properly English. But I dnt have any hzited to speak. I always speak English bahot bura

[@NimadeWidya-dy6fk]

Can i join it online? Do I have to pay for that?

[@yongwahkoh3030]

i couldn't agree more. I love this video & share on my toastmasters club' FB. This video will encourage more people to join toastmasters to become a better speaker & leaders.

[@LizJin]

Thank you so much for your support and for sharing this video with others -- I hope they find it helpful!

[@sonystarot3009]

Thanks so much for posting this video. I will be attending my first toastmaster meeting this upcoming weekend. God bless!

[@LizJin]

I'm so glad you found the video helpful! Have a wonderful first meeting -- I hope that you find the experience and helpful and life-changing as I did. :)

[@wadepaterson]

I love these reasons you've outlined! I recently shot a video about why I joined Toastmasters 5 years ago, and a few of my points definitely align with what you've stated here.

[@LizJin]

Thanks so much for watching! It's always awesome to connect with a fellow Toastmaster -- best of luck on your journey! :)

[@ActiveMediationGiveLove]

Thank you. Member since 2018. I looked this up to share with friends.

[@LizJin]

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@EvanPepperhouse]

Hey Liz. After putting it off for over a year, I pushed through my hesitation. I finally attended a toastmasters meeting. =) Can't believe I watched your video a year ago and it took me that long to try it. Better late than never? Haha

[@albertoramirez8494]

How was your experience?😀

[@mikeyllo]

Very useful information that I will pull from in attempting to start a Toastmasters club at my organization! Thanks for sharing.

[@LizJin]

Thank you for watching and best of luck in starting your club!

[@mikeyllo]

Liz Jin thank you!!! I’m super nervous 😬

[@jacobwong4952]

Thank you so much for the video. I found it very encouraging! The Toastmasters thing aside, I think this speech itself is a very powerful and effective one. All the 5 reasons, the feedback in particular, resonate with me. So happy that I came across your post when I were searching about public speech training. By the way, this is my first time to comment below youtube videos, shame on me...I know. Keep up the good work!

[@LizJin]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! I completely agree that feedback is such a huge gift and it really has made such a positive impact when I've received feedback and tried to incorporate it. Thank you again for your kind words and best of luck on your public speaking journey!

[@sammok8529]

How to join toastmaster and how much does it cost

[@WeekendMuse]

Your top 5 reasons are very compelling, especially when accompanied by such a convincing speech. Thanks for sharing your experience and inspiring those who want to improve their public speaking skills.

[@LizJin]

Thank you so much for watching and for your kind comments! I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@sammok8529]

How to join toastmaater and how much does it cost

[@LizJin]

@@sammok8529 I think the dues vary by club so I would definitely check out toastmasters.org and see which clubs are closest to you. Best of luck!

[@MuxiangP]

Great video!👍🤗 As a fellow Toastmaster, I agree 💯

[@LizJin]

Thanks so much!

[@sarahallen9759]

Love this! I've recently become the VP of Membership for my club and I will be sending this video to guests who are interested in possibly joining :).

[@LizJin]

Thank you for reaching out and congrats on becoming VP of Membership! I hope this video can help your guests or anyone who wants to work on bettering themselves. TM certainly has helped my public speaking and confidence so much. :)

[@raziakhatoon]

I resonate with your thoughts..perfectly said. FEEDBACK definitely helps us to improvise every meeting..Thanks for sharing👍

[@LizJin]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@khadijabouffi902]

I have the fear of public speaking and i want so badly to join such a group but no one exists in my area 😢😢

[@LizJin]

Hi there! I really think you should start your own Toastmasters club as I'm sure there are so many people like you who wish a group existed and could really benefit from one! This is the link from the Toastmasters website. www.toastmasters.org/start-a-club. Even if you don't start a club, I highly encourage you to volunteer for as many speaking opportunities as possible. Honestly, the club was a wonderful, supportive environment for me to learn but the only way I improved was through real, consistent practice. Best of luck!

[@annailina6081]

Hi, there are several online Toadmasters Clubs

[@jmasseyspeaks8539]

What's happening Khadija! You're not alone! Public Speaking is still one of the top things that people fear. I personally have been in toastmasters for 9 yrs and have given over 40+ speeches and I still get nervous. I've also heard the same from pro athletes, actors, musicians and other elite performers. It's not the nerves, it's what you do with the nervous energy! Channel it into what you are doing. If you're still looking to join a club, many clubs virtual now meeting through Zoom calls. Just go to www.toastmasters.org/ and click on find a club. People are attend zoom Toastmaster meetings from all over the world. Hope this helps!

[@Jess1928]

I am super inspired by you and your channel. I am going to try out toastmasters this week

[@LizJin]

Wow, thank you so much. Your words truly mean a lot to me. Best of luck with Toastmasters! You're already doing the hardest thing just by showing up...:)

[@QueenD799]

Hi Liz, I just subscribed to your videos just because I love the sound of you speaking!

[@LizJin]

Hi there! That is probably one of the nicest compliments I've ever received. Thank you! :)

[@yunghoprincelysafeh8199]

Thank you very much Liz. After listening to you, I feel like joining. I wish I can connect with yoo for more advise on this.

[@LizJin]

I'm so happy to hear that this video was helpful to you. I'm proud of you for making that first step of simply thinking about joining! I say go for it!! There truly is nothing to lose. :)

[@yunghoprincelysafeh8199]

@@LizJin Thank you very much Liz. Hope to also share my experience with you someday.

[@marlono2569]

Great video, Liz! Just browsing, saw it, watched and loved it. Keep posting.

[@LizJin]

Thanks so much! :)

[@arrhythmiafilms4279]

SINGLE BEST THING!

[@rafaelestradamoncada4071]

I joined today as well. Thanks for the video 😊

[@LizJin]

Congratulations!! That is huge! Wishing you much success on your TM journey.

[@rolandali5018]

thanks nice video Liz, am looking to join one in my area

[@LizJin]

Thank you! I'm so glad that you found it helpful and best of luck on your TM journey!

[@angelanuss6783]

Well said!!!! We have the same #1 and your #5 was my reason for joining and it's true!

[@LizJin]

Thank you for watching and I'm so glad your experience has been a positive one!

[@DAClub-uf3br]

My reluctance of joining is that it looks like standard schooling. I don't thrive in traditional teaching environments.

[@LizJin]

I see your point. When I joined, the format was slightly different but overall, the immense benefits were too great to ignore for me. I hope you find a club that works for you!

[@nasrinali2328]

Thanks Liz for the excellent video, it is a very informative and motivational video. 🙏🏻❤️😘

[@LizJin]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting! I'm so glad that you found it helpful.

[@charismaticcommunication2458]

Great video. Nice to see other fellow Toastmasters on KZbin.

[@LizJin]

Thanks so much!

[@Follow9NA]

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[@thelifeinsuranceman4026]

Sounds great!

[@LizJin]

Thank you for watching!

[@brandonlamontcooper8141]

thank you my friends #contact

[@LizJin]

Thanks for watching!

[@brandonlamontcooper8141]

@@LizJin I read you really close and wanted to wish you the best in life. I'm in Georgia, just learning and connecting with people all over. I'm currently 34 and am single. I have been a toastmaster for nearly a year at this point. I look forward to developing and growing with you if you want

[@joshuak8710]

Thank you for the video! I'm still a bit unsure whether to join or not, mainly because the closest meeting is about 30 minutes away by train in the next town, and starts at 19:00 to 21:30! Especially as it can come down to costs too... it isn't a huge cost, but a cost nonetheless, and I'm not sure if it is something to try for, but I am curious and enthusiastic at improving.

[@LizJin]

Thank you for taking the time to write a comment! I totally understand how you feel - TM definitely is a time commitment and a cost (although not nearly as expensive a cost as other public speaking programs). For me, I think it came down to the fact that I was tired of feeling insecure about my public speaking and I figured I could either spend my time wishing I were a better communicator or finally doing something about it. It's been a long journey but the confidence, self-awareness and self-discovery that came with it have been truly life-changing. Best of luck!

[@christianespino3392]

Thank you for sharing

[@LizJin]

You are so welcome!

[@christianespino3392]

@@LizJin you spoke so very well and i will aspire to reach that level. You spike spoke clearly an it was engaging. I will attend as an observer next Wednesday and am a little bit nervous. Thanks to your video, no i have a little bit of insight on what ro expect. All the best and more blessings to you. Gday from Gold coast Australia

[@LizJin]

@@christianespino3392 thank you so much for your kind words. It's perfectly normal to be nervous but you are doing the bravest thing simply by choosing to show up! Best of luck to you on your journey.

[@lildvl10]

I so want to try this but i really have a phobia speaking in front of people, i wished i had a different phobia because i’m tired of not being able toe express myself hence my low self esteem

[@LizJin]

I'm so sorry that you are feeling that way and please know that you are not alone in feeling frustrated about not being able to express yourself. I know that trying something new like toastmasters is not easy but I do highly recommend giving it a try. I definitely became a better speaker after going to toastmasters but, more importantly, I gained a community of friends who provided such a supportive environment to be vulnerable. You have a voice and it deserves to be heard.

[@MrJayrosa15]

I really want to join but i have the fear of being judged by my appearance and that i will break down

[@Sudden-Champion24]

I want to join but i dont think they help in the way that i want, such as keeping a conversation going or never running out of things to talk about

[@Rajagopal3636]

Excellent presentation. I am a toastmaster Dist.46 in NYC and I am curious to know which club you belong to and where ?

[@LizJin]

Hi there! Thanks for checking out my video! I belong to 310 North (a corporate club) as well as ATL Early Risers Advanced Club.

[@stevekirkbride1723]

Thank you Liz

[@LizJin]

You're very welcome!

[@malshanwanniarachchi7817]

Great Video!

[@sofi.sarmas]

TQ for great video

[@LizJin]

You're so welcome! I hope you found it helpful!

[@nandinireddy5235]

Why should corporate people join toast masters ?

[@LizJin]

Hi Nandini! There are many reasons but the 4 that immediately come to mind are as follows: (1) It helps with your communication skills. You may not be giving speeches at work but nearly every job requires you to think on your feet, communicate your thoughts clearly, and persuade others. (2) It is an organic way to authentically network with your colleagues. It allowed me to meet colleagues from other functions whom I would never have met through my job. (3) It helps with career development as "improving my communication skills" was an easy and concrete goal I could put down in my development plan. (4) Corporate clubs typically meet at the workplace which makes it convenient to attend. I hope this helps!

[@hankmoody5514]

So this is kind of like AA meetings?

[@basilendichia4893]

Hello Liz I am from west Africa I've been looking to join a club but I can't find any around my location, is it possible to join your club online ?

[@LizJin]

Hi Basile! Thanks so much for reaching out. I'm not sure of the rules of joining a club online, but I would definitely reach out to Toastmasters International (go to the "contact us" tab at toastmasters.org). They should be able to guide you. Best of luck!!

[@IlyasAfsoh9]

I follow Toasmaster channel on KZbin :D

[@LizJin]

That's awesome!

[@BonBonShrimp]

Excellent video. Short but great information. I have a question. I understand that you have to give a speech, but on what?

[@LizJin]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! Toastmasters is organized in manuals. The first manual contains 10 speeches, the first of which is your "Icebreaker" speech where you introduce yourself in 4-6 minutes. The next 9 speeches cover a variety of techniques such as using visual aids, body language, etc. As you advance, you can choose to complete additional manuals that focus on themes such as storytelling or special occasion speeches. As for the topics of the speech themselves, the sky really is the limit! One last thing I've loved about Toastmasters is that I always leave the meetings learning something new. Best of luck!

[@BonBonShrimp]

Thanks for the reply. I just checked out your channel and your website. Great content. Awesome job! Your channel definitely deserves more viewers. Who knows, maybe in a few months it will go viral :) Keep up the great work!

[@LizJin]

Wow, thank you so much for taking the time to watch my videos and for commenting! It truly is viewers like you who motivate me to keep going and to overcome my fears of putting myself out there if there is a chance that my videos can make a positive impact on people's lives. :)

[@mohammedrashid2906]

Nice

[@LizJin]

Thanks for watching!

[@ronaldlauredant4495]

tostmaster is very good

[@LizJin]

Yes it is!

[@aspergersadvisor5508]

I got my CC.

[@LizJin]

Congratulations!!

[@ichiromax564]

Hi Liz, Ichiro here again. I am facing difficulty in recruiting new members. So I set up Our youtube channel(Kitakyushu Toastmasters Club). I really like your video introducing why you should join Tomasters Club. Can I add this video to our youtube channel?

[@LizJin]

Hi there! I'm so glad you found this video helpful. Feel free to add this video to your youtube channel and best of luck with your club!!

[@ichiromax564]

@@LizJin Liz Jin, thank you so much for your comment and acceptance. I want to be as fluent as you are.

[@indahs8353]

I love this cool club. But, I'm indonesian, I even don't understand to catch up the meeting while online. I want, but, I shy. I don't know what to do. Actually, I love public speaking, anyone can give me how's this toastmaster going? Thnks a lot

[@yuangarcia1512]

I have stuttering but I want to be a good public speaker

[@LizJin]

I encourage you to join Toastmasters! It's a wonderful, supportive environment.

[@RemotePossibilities1]

Great points Liz. It sounds like you're in a great club there. In the description, you mentioned storytelling, so I wondered if you've seen any of Kindra Hall's videos? She speaks so well about that, like here: bit.ly/2JUcnZs

[@LizJin]

Hi there, Craig! I hadn't heard of Kindra Hall, but I just checked out the link you sent me and WOW. She is absolutely fantastic and I was moved and inspired by her points. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and to share this awesome resource.

[@kwabenanyarkoh7380]

I will like to join this club how do I join

[@LizJin]

Hi there! I would check out toastmasters.org to find a club near you. Best of luck!

[@jamesharris2841]

I am thinking about joining I want to be A Motivational speaker ,but need help.

[@LizJin]

I highly encourage you to join! It helped me improve my confidence and public speaking tremendously.

[@jamesharris2841]

Thank you I been told I have A good voice, and people said the like my positive attitude, so why not get paid for it. I am not happy doing what I am doing.

[@nandinireddy5235]

Good

[@biznumagar967]

Madam how can we enroll

[@LizJin]

Hi there! If you go to toastmasters.org, you can search for local clubs in your area. Note that some clubs are "closed", i.e. they are corporate clubs that you have to be an employee to join. But there should be several in your area, and I encourage you to check out a couple to see which one is the best fit for you. Best of luck! :)

[@manohar2864]

Do you have a branch in Chennai, India?

[@LizJin]

Hi! I'm not sure but if you check the Toastmasters.org website, you should be able to find out. Good luck!

[@moriamloes7973]

hi Liz, how to join toastmasters club?

[@terryduncan4190]

go to toastmasters.org to find one near you!

[@dennisreynolds6915]

Does toastmasters accept openly gay homosexuals? Are other gays in clubs

[@LizJin]

Yes!! Toastmasters does not discriminate in any way and EVERYONE is welcome.

[@dennisreynolds6915]

@@LizJin that is great to hear, thanks

[@LizJin]

@@dennisreynolds6915 Best of luck! And if you ever experience any sort of discrimination at a club, please let Toastmasters International know as that is 100% unacceptable.

[@nathanraymond7525]

Thank you!!

[@LizJin]

You are so welcome!!

[@nathanraymond7525]

Liz Jin I’m organizing a speech contest in Japan to recruit talent to use in my business ecosystem and start up incubator through our community volunteer organization. I’m inviting Toastmasters so they can be mentors and create awareness to increase membership but also invite people outside Toast Masters in my speech contest. I used your reasons for why people should join Toastmasters in my proposal. I’m from upstate Ny originally had looking to create a first event so I can do more in America. Please collaborate with me so you can. Benefit from the value you gave me. Maybe we can create value through communication. Thank you!!

[@ChrisfromGeorgia]

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[@j.dino.supreme953]

🤢🤮 She sound like the black woman doing the white person voice in her parody "BLACK CHURCH vs. WHITE CHURCH" here on KZbin.