Toastmasters Club

US Geological Survey Toastmasters Club # 3078

Welcome!

Meeting Time & Dates: 11:45 am - 12:45 pm, 2nd & 4th Thursdays

Meeting Location:            US Geological Survey National Center
                                                   12201 Sunrise Valley Dr
                                                   Reston, Virginia, 20192

Directions: http://usgs.freetoasthost.net/directions.html

Contact: Carol Lewis-ACG/ALB, Sergeant-At-Arms

; (703) 648 5676

ACHIEVE THESE DYNAMIC RESULTS:

Enough self-confidence to handle speaking situations, including interviews
Ability to be concise and make people laugh
Improved promotion opportunities as you demonstrate the qualities and skill of an effective leader
Skill in evaluating performance, including your children’s
Alertness to what others say, including your boss, spouse, and family

Mission Statement
The mission of a Toastmasters club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth

Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped millions of men and women become more confident in front of an audience. Our network of clubs and their learn-by-doing program are sure to help you become a better speaker and leader. Why pay thousands of dollars for a seminar when you can join a Toastmasters club for a fraction of the cost and have fun in the process?

Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities. You’ll be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations, and you’ll improve your one-on-one dealings with others.

Don’t worry! Everyone in a Toastmasters club was once at the level you are now. The environment is friendly and supportive, and the self-paced program allows you to build confidence with each speaking assignment. And you’ll love the applause! Constructive evaluation is the heart of the Toastmasters program. Each time you give a prepared speech, an evaluator will point out strengths and suggest improvements. At first you’ll be applauded for your effort; later you’ll be applauded for your skill.

You won’t regret it. Toastmasters currently has more than 270,000 members in 116 countries. Our club is just one of the more than 13,000 clubs located around the world. For membership meeting information, please see our membership information page.

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