When I first started working many years ago, a casual conversation between my bosses left a deep impression on me. At a company meeting, the managing director asked the marketing manager why the readership of the company’s bulletin was declining. The marketing manager couldn’t seem to give a satisfactory explanation. Instead, she hastily defended her team, saying that they had already done their best. They hadn’t changed the original look and layout of the bulletin ever since its launch, she added. The managing director calmly replied: “Well, that’s why people stop reading, because there isn’t anything new.”
Fast forward to the present time: At Anchorvale TMC, we are seeing the newly minted EXCO team exhibiting all the right spirits. Barely a week into the new term, we can see a brand new look splashing over to the club’s blog here. Creative ideas, useful information and multi-faceted perspectives are emerging into a crowd-drawer that can stand the test of time over the next 12 months and beyond.
On Saturday, 11 July, we had our first chapter meeting of the new term. Our VPE, Norman, showed us how multi-talented he is, by juggling major roles and helping to take up the Toastmaster of the Day position at the last-minute. Unforeseen amendments are inevitable, and it is heartening to see fellow clubmates standing in for one another.
Alvin, Deepti and Vinay delivered their prepared speeches. All three of them were attempting Project 2, “Organise your Speech”. It was a close fight as all of them were very competent and entertaining. Alvin managed to win the day by tilting the balance in his favour.
The project evaluation segment saw a rare appearance. Our immediate past president, Sathya, gave us his first evaluation since taking over the helm last year. Without using any notes, he totally convinced us that he spoke from the heart. Having given numerous president’s speeches, he had become more practiced and sharpened his public speaking skill. Roger and Muthu also shared their views as the evaluators for Deepti and Vinay respectively.
The table topic session was directed by Alvin. Back by popular demand, it was his second consecutive turn as Table Topic Master. The response was overwhelming. The impromptu speakers spoke candidly, and the audience laughed spontaneously. Thomas was in his element that afternoon, and he clinched the Best Table Topic Speaker’s ribbon.
Anchorvale Toastmasters Club will continue to shine brightly under the stewardship of our new president, Zulhafni, and his team. We will continue ensure exciting meetings, friendly gatherings, and entertaining blog posts. At Anchorvale TMC, there is always something new! Do join us for the next chapter meeting on 25 July at Anchorvale CC!
Congratulations to all Award Winners!
Best Prepared Speech: Alvin
Best Project Evaluation: Roger
Best Table Topic: Thomas
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