On 10th August 2024, Anchorvale Community Club’s Toastmasters held its 234th chapter meeting on zoom, marking a significant event just a day after Singapore celebrated its 59th National Day. The timing added a special sense of pride and unity as members reflected on their commitment to the nation’s welfare and progress. The shared vision of mutual support and encouragement within the club was a reminder of how each member could contribute to bringing out the best in one another.
The meeting was further elevated by
the presence of a distinguished guest, Michael Wader (DTM), who joined us via
Zoom from Malaysia. Michael, an award-winning international speaker and best-selling
author, is well-known for his expertise in guiding corporate leaders and
entrepreneurs toward future success. His reputation as an inspirational
catalyst made his participation in our chapter meeting particularly meaningful.
Michael conducted a highly engaging
45-minute workshop on “How to Write a Book in 15 Steps.” His energy and sharp
insights captivated the audience, making the session both enlightening and
memorable.
Our club president, Joseph Tan,
officially opened the meeting at 2:05 PM. Vice President of Education, Audrey
Lim, followed with a reflection on Singapore’s National Day, emphasizing the sense
of belonging and community within Anchorvale Toastmasters. She likened the club
to a family, where members support each other’s growth as confident and
effective speakers, contributing to the club's vibrant atmosphere.
Joseph also shared his personal
experience of meeting Michael for the first time in Kuala Lumpur. Impressed by
Michael’s insights, Joseph was determined to bring him to Anchorvale
Toastmasters for a workshop on book writing. Thanks to his efforts, we were
able to benefit from Michael’s wisdom.
Michael’s presentation was nothing
short of inspiring. In just 45 minutes, he broke down the complex process of
writing, planning, and publishing a book into 15 easily digestible steps. His
practical approach left the audience in awe, making the time fly by very
swiftly. Michael demonstrated his mastery of time management by concluding
precisely on schedule. He then opened the floor for a Q&A session, adding
an interactive dimension to the meeting.
During the Q&A session, Audrey
was the first to ask about selecting a topic and building content for a book.
Michael advised to start with a subject that the writer knows better than
anyone else. He recommended reading extensively on that topic to further deepen
one’s knowledge, a process that could take weeks or even months.
Marc Wong, inquired about the
optimal length of a book, to which Michael responded that he prefers to keep
his books under 200 pages. However, he noted that the length can vary depending
on factors such as the target audience, pricing, and the book’s title.
The final question was about
setting the right price for a book. Michael suggested researching the prices of
similar books in the market to gain a fair understanding of setting appropriate
pricing for the book.
The workshop concluded on time,
leaving everyone with invaluable insights into the journey of writing a book.
As a token of appreciation, Michael was presented with a Certificate of
Appreciation by the club’s Executive Committee members.
We now eagerly look forward to our next chapter meeting, the 235th, which is scheduled for 24th August 2024.
Written by Shubhajit Sengupta, TM
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