Thursday, October 17, 2013

UM Masters Meeting– October 16, 2013







How would you define optimism?

Having a positive outlook? Making a deliberate choice? Choosing an attitude of gratitude? These were some of the ways members and guests described optimism - the theme of the October 16th UM Masters meeting. 

The word of the day “amicable” fit the theme and was both well used and demonstrated by members and guests during the introductions.

Bev Doern gave a persuasive presentation on the Person’s Act and why we should be Standing Proud this week. She shared the impact the Famous Five made for Canadian women 84 years ago and compared that to the impact Malala Yousafzai is making today in her fight for equality.  Randy in his evaluation shared the club’s appreciation for the history lesson.

Charith led an interesting impromptu speaking session – showing why his evaluator June has labelled him the “King” of Table Topics.  With the possibility of a strike by the professors at the University of Manitoba, Charith asked Selena to play the part of the President’s secretary answering questions on the strike. Pegha was then asked to justify which term would be better for the strike.  The consensus by both speakers was for the university and its professors to come to an amicable agreement.

Danielle as General Evaluator paid our Toastmaster Dianne the ultimate compliment, “Your words on optimism really stuck with me. I wanted to post them as my Face book status!”

This club never fails to be amicable in supporting each other to develop their voices and skill in communication and leadership. We are optimistic that we are creating the world we want to live in!


Blogged by Bev


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If you would like to take part in a UM Masters meeting, we’re located in Winnipeg at the University of Manitoba. Our meetings are held every Wednesday from 12:05 –12:50 PM in Room 111 at St. John’s College (which is part of the University of Manitoba).

If you're in Winnipeg and interested in sitting in on a club meeting to see if Toastmasters is right for you, please feel free to contact Catherine Plouffe at Catharine.Plouffe@umanitoba.ca

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