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And it’s not about you
anyway. In 2018, I finally
figured out what the
Presidents Distinguished
Program was all about.
It’s about our members
accomplishments.
Raynette: Many think
Toastmasters is about
speaking—but not for
me. Toastmasters is about
listening. Rather than
thinking about what I am
going to say, I listen to and not to do, what works and what doesn’t.
what the person is saying. Ted told me years I write emails for my job. We all do because
ago, if you listen to what they’re saying, you that’s part of our communication now.
will know what to say. You don’t have to think Toastmasters makes me a better writer. How
about it. Toastmasters reinforced that for me. to speak, how to write, and how to listen, it’s
It’s to become a better listener. Evaluating the whole package. It’s a way of life.
helps me do that. I’m learning what to do
Marylhurst Toastmasters
Thursdays
6:30-8:00 pm
every Thursday for the
BEST night of your week
Contact us for weekly
Zoom link
Club Members at Hamerlee Park to celebrate
2020-21 Outgoing and Incoming 2021-22 Club Officers
President’s Distinguished 15 Consecutive Years
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