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Evaluation Review!Evaluation Review!Uploaded 26/Feb/11

Evaluation Review!

Tom from Toastmasters shows us an evaluation that hits all the right notes!

0 41 Feb 26, 2011
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Blink! A ReviewBlink! A ReviewUploaded 26/Feb/11

Blink! A Review

Glenn from Austin gives a candid, engaging review of the book Blink! If you haven't read it, you will want to after listening to Glen's review. Enjoy, bibliophiles!

0 34 Feb 26, 2011
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A True Whale of a StoryA True Whale of a StoryUploaded 23/Feb/11

A True Whale of a Story

Debra from Toastmasters dazzles with an entertaining, educational and memorable speech about three easy ways to motivate and change behaviors. Even for whales!

0 52 Feb 23, 2011
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My Perpetual Pursuit of TruthMy Perpetual Pursuit of TruthUploaded 23/Feb/11

My Perpetual Pursuit of Truth

Jacqueline from Toastmasters gives her 10th speech to earn her Competent Communicator. A great speech and a very worthy reason for another round of applause. Great job, Jacqueline!!!

0 48 Feb 23, 2011
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Follow the SignsFollow the SignsUploaded 9/Feb/11

Follow the Signs

Gale from Toastmasters tells his audience how to Follow the Signs ... A great way to navigate from the middle of nowhere to the somewhere you are searching for!

0 52 Feb 9, 2011
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Pitching PracticePitching PracticeUploaded 8/Feb/11

Pitching Practice

John from Toastmasters takes an opportunity to practice his pitch prior to heading to a sales meeting. Schwing badda badda badda!

0 54 Feb 8, 2011
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Secrets to SuccessSecrets to SuccessUploaded 30/Jan/11

Secrets to Success

Jane from Toastmasters shares simple, easy ways to get what you ... and what you need... to have an amazing 2011~

0 63 Jan 30, 2011
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What's Your Forte?What's Your Forte?Uploaded 29/Jan/11

What's Your Forte?

Bob from Toastmasters inspires his audience to use their gifts, and leave nothing on the field!

0 57 Jan 29, 2011
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SteveSteveUploaded 29/Jan/11

Steve

Expert Witness, Steve from Toastmasters, educates his audience about the trials and tribulations of trying to fit a great big building on a little square of land. Enjoy!

0 54 Jan 29, 2011
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ToastmastersToastmastersUploaded 29/Jan/11

Toastmasters

Robert from Toastmasters talks about Coming to Attention!

0 31 Jan 29, 2011
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Structuring the FightStructuring the FightUploaded 11/Dec/10

Structuring the Fight

Robert from Toastmasters offers an interesting take on how to build speech. So "put 'em up" and enjoy this educational journey with Robert.

0 43 Dec 11, 2010
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The Big ChallengeThe Big ChallengeUploaded 9/Dec/10

The Big Challenge

Soccer is the great sport of 5 year old kids everywhere. Just not of every 5 year old's Dad! Glenn shares his very funny moments on the field of competition!

0 46 Dec 9, 2010
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Good GriefGood GriefUploaded 8/Dec/10

Good Grief

Willie from DuPage Valley shares a deeply personal experience and the impact it has had on his life in a moving speech, Good Grief. He takes us on a journey of how an encounter with grief is not a matter of "if" but "when." Learn how to be an agent of healing.

0 42 Dec 8, 2010
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The Grass, The Lawnmower and MeThe Grass, The Lawnmower and MeUploaded 7/Oct/10

The Grass, The Lawnmower and Me

Cathy from Toastmasters shares a VERY funny speech about the challenges of being a grass wrangler ... aka ... lawn mower

0 37 Oct 7, 2010
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DuPageDuPageUploaded 7/Oct/10

DuPage

Veteran speaker, Jim from Toastmasters shares insightful, valuable, interesting insight into social signaling. Watch and learn to flicker like a pro!

0 34 Oct 7, 2010
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She Lights Up the DarknessShe Lights Up the DarknessUploaded 7/Oct/10

She Lights Up the Darkness

John from Toastmasters shares his award-winning speech, She Lights Up the Darkness. A beautiful sharing of a beautiful life and leader.

0 36 Oct 7, 2010
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On My Way to PatienceOn My Way to PatienceUploaded 5/Oct/10

On My Way to Patience

Emery from Toastmasters shares his weekly quest for patience. And boy, does he need it! Who knew driving refugees around town could be so funny? Watch and find out why!

0 40 Oct 5, 2010
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The Crash of 2:45The Crash of 2:45Uploaded 25/Sep/10

The Crash of 2:45

On May 6, 2010 the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged and rebounded in the second largest point swing (1010.14 points!) in its history! Michael from Toastmasters sheds some light on this phenomenon, now known simply as ... Flash Crash! Fasten your seat belt and relive this amazing Dow Jones ride!

0 36 Sep 25, 2010
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Topic Picking! Part OneTopic Picking! Part OneUploaded 19/Sep/10

Topic Picking! Part One

Judy from Toastmasters provides great ideas on how to pick a topic for a speech. Well worth a listen if you've ever been stumped by topic selection!

0 45 Sep 19, 2010
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Topic Picking! Part TwoTopic Picking! Part TwoUploaded 19/Sep/10

Topic Picking! Part Two

Judy from Toastmasters provides great ideas on how to pick a topic for a speech. Well worth a listen if you've ever been stumped by topic selection!

0 45 Sep 19, 2010
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Reclaiming Inner City KidsReclaiming Inner City KidsUploaded 12/Sep/10

Reclaiming Inner City Kids

Ramon from Toastmasters shares an insightful view point in his speech, Reclaiming Inner City Kids. Ramon welcomes feedback and evaluations so fellow Toastmasters, feel free to comment!

0 39 Sep 12, 2010
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Breaking the Ice with Alicia!Breaking the Ice with Alicia!Uploaded 11/Sep/10

Breaking the Ice with Alicia!

Alicia gives a great ice breaker! Alicia welcomes on-line evaluations so please feel free to share your feedback here at Toastmasters Village.

0 32 Sep 11, 2010
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HallucinationsHallucinationsUploaded 11/Sep/10

Hallucinations

Toastmaster, Shelia, gives an eye-opening speech about hallucinations. Shelia welcomes on-line evaluations so share your thoughts, fellow Toastmasters!

0 43 Sep 11, 2010
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HelenHelenUploaded 2/Sep/10

Helen

Toastmasters 101: Helen unlocks the code to CC, CL, ACL and all the other acroyms

0 44 Sep 2, 2010
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Interpretive Reading of Steve Jobs Commensement Speech, Part 1Interpretive Reading of Steve Jobs Commensement Speech, Part 1Uploaded 1/Sep/10

Interpretive Reading of Steve Jobs Commensement Speech, Part 1

Greg from Toastmasters gives an Interpretive Reading of Steve Jobs 2005 Commencement Speech to Stanford University. Words worth hearing even if you aren't a graduate of Stanford!

0 41 Sep 1, 2010
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Interpretive Reading of Steve Jobs Commensement Speech, Part 2Interpretive Reading of Steve Jobs Commensement Speech, Part 2Uploaded 31/Aug/10

Interpretive Reading of Steve Jobs Commensement Speech, Part 2

Greg from Toastmasters gives an Interpretive Reading of Steve Jobs 2005 Commencement Speech to Stanford University. Words worth hearing even if you aren't a graduate of Stanford!

0 35 Aug 31, 2010
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Selling a hand-held financial calculator.Selling a hand-held financial calculator.Uploaded 26/Aug/10

Selling a hand-held financial calculator.

Vil from Toastmasters does the amazing: turns a speech about selling a hand-held financial calculator into a terrific speech. See if YOU aren't saying "hand-held financial calculator" by the end of it!

0 42 Aug 26, 2010
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How to reduce crime in the inner cityHow to reduce crime in the inner cityUploaded 26/Aug/10

How to reduce crime in the inner city

Ramon from Toastmasters shares his views on how to reduce crime in the inner city. Worth listening too and acting upon! Thank you, Ramon!

0 43 Aug 26, 2010
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The Grass, The Lawn Mower and MeThe Grass, The Lawn Mower and MeUploaded 17/Aug/10

The Grass, The Lawn Mower and Me

Cathy from Toastmasters competes and WINS the humerous speech contest sharing her trials and tribulations in the jungle that was her lawn!

0 43 Aug 17, 2010
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Babysitter Gone Wild!Babysitter Gone Wild!Uploaded 17/Aug/10

Babysitter Gone Wild!

Michele from Toastmasters Village confesses dark secrets to her babysitter past! Funny and bring back memories for baby-sitters everywhere!

0 43 Aug 17, 2010
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John shares lessons in persistence and its rewardsJohn shares lessons in persistence and its rewardsUploaded 12/Aug/10

John shares lessons in persistence and its rewards

Toastmasters is a the place to be for both veteran public speakers and future veteran speakers! John tells you how Toastmasters has been a remarkable part of his public speaking journey. Thanks, John!

0 40 Aug 12, 2010
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Barbara's Richmond StreetBarbara's Richmond StreetUploaded 12/Aug/10

Barbara's Richmond Street

Barbara from Toastmasters takes on a trip to Chicago's past days. When a kid could sing a Shirley Temple song and get a penny. Well worth a look, a listen and a comment at www.bit.ly/tmvfb.

0 35 Aug 12, 2010
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Barbara's Richmond StreetBarbara's Richmond StreetUploaded 12/Aug/10

Barbara's Richmond Street

Barbara from Toastmasters takes on a trip to Chicago's past days. When a kid could sing a Shirley Temple song and get a penny. Well worth a look, a listen and a comment at www.bit.ly/tmvfb.

0 37 Aug 12, 2010
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Got clutter? Get feng shui!Got clutter? Get feng shui!Uploaded 5/Aug/10

Got clutter? Get feng shui!

Got clutter? Debra from Toastmasters has the answer. Feng Shui. Find out more at www.bit.ly/tmvfb.

0 44 Aug 5, 2010
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LIAR Part 2LIAR Part 2Uploaded 3/Aug/10

LIAR Part 2

What is truth? Do you live in truth or just in the shadow of truth? Willie Williams shares a memorable speech and provides some thought-provoking perspective on truth ... and lies.

0 50 Aug 3, 2010
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LIAR EvaluationLIAR EvaluationUploaded 3/Aug/10

LIAR Evaluation

Did you see the same things that the evaluator saw? Share your observations at www.bit.ly/tmvfb.

0 45 Aug 3, 2010
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LIAR Part 1LIAR Part 1Uploaded 3/Aug/10

LIAR Part 1

What is truth? Do you live in truth or just in the shadow of truth? Willie Williams shares a memorable speech and provides some thought-provoking perspective on truth ... and lies.

0 37 Aug 3, 2010
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Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone Part 1Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone Part 1Uploaded 20/Jul/10

Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone Part 1

Dan from Toastmasters in Illinois shares his personal story of stepping outside his comfort zone and how his life was changed by this small step.

0 37 Jul 20, 2010
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Taking StockTaking StockUploaded 20/Jul/10

Taking Stock

Bob Biven from Toastmasters in Illinois gives a touching speech on the value of taking time to take stock of your life's purpose.

0 46 Jul 20, 2010
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Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone Part 2Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone Part 2Uploaded 20/Jul/10

Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone Part 2

Dan from Toastmasters in Illinois shares his personal story of stepping outside his comfort zone and how his life was changed by this small step.

0 39 Jul 20, 2010
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No Turning Back by Phyrne ParkerNo Turning Back by Phyrne ParkerUploaded 17/Jul/10

No Turning Back by Phyrne Parker

Phyrne Parker of Sunrise Orators (Toastmasters) in Toronto shares her exhilarating story...of jumping out of a plane!

0 42 Jul 17, 2010
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Lessons from Rock - Alex CiapparaLessons from Rock - Alex CiapparaUploaded 17/Jul/10

Lessons from Rock - Alex Ciappara

Alex Ciappara of Sunrise Orators (Toastmasters) in Toronto shows us that Rock legends are not so dumb, big headed and badly dressed. In fact we could learn something from them. TMV investigates. (To see more: bit.ly

0 47 Jul 17, 2010
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GREAT Ice Breaker from AlyGREAT Ice Breaker from AlyUploaded 25/Jun/10

GREAT Ice Breaker from Aly

Aly from Masters of Opportunity in Schaumburg, Illinois gives his Ice Breaker with humor and warmth. Take a moment to enjoy his humorous perspective on the cultural challenges when coming from Karachi to the USA.

0 47 Jun 25, 2010
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Michael Grant - Cooking for loveMichael Grant - Cooking for loveUploaded 23/Jun/10

Michael Grant - Cooking for love

Toastmasters member Michael Grant shares some mouth-watering recipes with us and why his love for cooking can express love for your kin.

0 40 Jun 23, 2010
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Rob Cleveland Evaluates Erick WaldchenRob Cleveland Evaluates Erick WaldchenUploaded 22/Jun/10

Rob Cleveland Evaluates Erick Waldchen

This is a response to Ericks Speech.

0 98 Jun 22, 2010
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Erick Waldchen - Running with an Open MindErick Waldchen - Running with an Open MindUploaded 22/Jun/10

Erick Waldchen - Running with an Open Mind

Toastmasters of DuPage Valley member Erick shares his story of the benefits of running by being open to new things. Couch potato to runner is an inspirational speech.

0 63 Jun 22, 2010
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Wally Morton - is a word worth 1000 picturesWally Morton - is a word worth 1000 picturesUploaded 17/Jun/10

Wally Morton - is a word worth 1000 pictures

Cherry Capital Toastmasters member Wally speech challenges us to see how one word can inspire us or affect opinion in conversation.

0 48 Jun 17, 2010
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Steve Lamie - Cherry Capital Toastmasters - GirlsSteve Lamie - Cherry Capital Toastmasters - GirlsUploaded 17/Jun/10

Steve Lamie - Cherry Capital Toastmasters - Girls

Steve's dry sense of humor perfectly delivers a story to us about the benefits of "Girl Friends"... His Wife agrees..!!

0 57 Jun 17, 2010
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Michele - Cherry Capital Toastmasters - Social MediaMichele - Cherry Capital Toastmasters - Social MediaUploaded 17/Jun/10

Michele - Cherry Capital Toastmasters - Social Media

Michele, Gov' for Area 33 speaks to Cherry Capital Toastmasters about the benefits of Social Media in brief. TMV on Tour. See more on our FaceBook Page. Search for ToastMastersVillage.

0 43 Jun 17, 2010
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Michele - Petoskey ToastmastersMichele - Petoskey ToastmastersUploaded 15/Jun/10

Michele - Petoskey Toastmasters

Newly appointed Area Gov' for 33 speaks at Petoskey Toastmasters about the benefits of Social Media to Toastmaster members, personally and for business. TMV on the Road. Andrew Pougher and Michele Walker take the message to the Clubs.

0 45 Jun 15, 2010
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Preston Mathews - BriefingPreston Mathews - BriefingUploaded 15/Jun/10

Preston Mathews - Briefing

Preston Mathews - Toastmasters of Petoskey talks to us about "Briefing"

0 42 Jun 15, 2010
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Tips for Being HappyTips for Being HappyUploaded 28/May/10

Tips for Being Happy

Rajeev Priyadarshi shares 8 Tips for Being Happy. Well worth viewing and sharing! Start getting happier right now! Thank you, Rajeev, for sharing this speech with us!

0 42 May 28, 2010
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Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 4.FinalTouches.mp4Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 4.FinalTouches.mp4Uploaded 27/May/10

Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 4.FinalTouches.mp4

0 38 May 27, 2010
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Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 3: Action!Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 3: Action!Uploaded 27/May/10

Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 3: Action!

Toastmasters, it's time for Lights, Camera and Action! Have you ever seen yourself on video giving a speech? Today more than ever, it's the ideal time to share your talents via video and social media to receive input from not just your club ... but from Toastmasters everywhere. Michele Walker shares her video journey from knocking knees to Minnie Mouse. Check out the third in this four part series, Building a Toastmasters Village. (bit.ly Village)

0 37 May 27, 2010
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Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 2: Playing 2.0Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 2: Playing 2.0Uploaded 27/May/10

Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 2: Playing 2.0

Toastmasters, playing isn't just for kids. When is the last time you PLAYED? In the second of a four part series, Michele Walker invites you to reach out and connect with fellow clubs to have fun, work together, and make a difference. Toastmasters, stop by the Village at bit.ly to see this four part series and more!

0 56 May 27, 2010
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Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 1: BreakingGroundBuilding a Toastmasters Village.Part 1: BreakingGroundUploaded 27/May/10

Building a Toastmasters Village.Part 1: BreakingGround

Fresh from Toastmasters District 30 Spring Conference, Michele Walker shares some ideas on how to Build a Toas

0 35 May 27, 2010
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Double Evaluation at Town CriersDouble Evaluation at Town CriersUploaded 26/May/10

Double Evaluation at Town Criers

A double response to Rajeev Priyadarshi. This evaluation process is normally done by one person, but Michele and Mike doubled up. Toastmasters

0 63 May 26, 2010
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ToastMastersVillage - TestimonialsToastMastersVillage - TestimonialsUploaded 20/May/10

ToastMastersVillage - Testimonials

6 members of Toastmasters Int tell us why they love to take part. The personal stories of why they joined, why they stay and how Toastmasters can help you improve your public speaking skills. ToastMastersVillage.com website is a place to see and learn more.

0 50 May 20, 2010
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Who's Going to Pay?Who's Going to Pay?Uploaded 6/May/10

Who's Going to Pay?

Mike from Toastmasters in Illinois shares a very thought-provoking viewpoint on Who's Going to Pay. Does anyone ever think about that? Do you? Why not take a moment, keep an open mind, and hear what Mike has to say in his provocative speech.

0 42 May 6, 2010
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Adventures in Real EstateAdventures in Real EstateUploaded 3/May/10

Adventures in Real Estate

Jane from Toastmasters in Illinois invites you to find out how real estate is still a invest. And you don't have to go-it alone!

0 56 May 3, 2010
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Lessons in LongevityLessons in LongevityUploaded 3/May/10

Lessons in Longevity

John from Toastmasters shares his surprising secret to longevity. Something we all can do and it won't cost a dime!

0 37 May 3, 2010
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I am blessed with ADHDI am blessed with ADHDUploaded 28/Apr/10

I am blessed with ADHD

Ruth shares the unexpected blessings of ADHD at speech contest in Illinois.

0 38 Apr 28, 2010
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The Best GiftThe Best GiftUploaded 24/Apr/10

The Best Gift

Rajeev from Toastmasters in Illinois gives an inspirational speech of the best gift and living our best life.

0 41 Apr 24, 2010
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Saint DuPontSaint DuPontUploaded 16/Apr/10

Saint DuPont

Am I the only person who ever counted on a girdle as the answer to my fashion prayers?! Well that is one prayer I've used more than once. Here are three sobering tales of girdle woe!

0 51 Apr 16, 2010
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There Are No NegativesThere Are No NegativesUploaded 25/Mar/10

There Are No Negatives

Jane from Toastmasters in Illinois explains why you may want to try a new way of thinking...There Are No Negatives

0 38 Mar 25, 2010
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Lessons from the Poor Side of TownLessons from the Poor Side of TownUploaded 25/Mar/10

Lessons from the Poor Side of Town

Judy from Toastmasters in Illinois explains why growing up on the poor side of town was the best lesson of her life.

0 41 Mar 25, 2010
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Competitive AdventuresCompetitive AdventuresUploaded 24/Mar/10

Competitive Adventures

John from Toastmasters in Illinois shares the trials and tribulations of competing at Toastmasters.

0 38 Mar 24, 2010
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Taking ChancesTaking ChancesUploaded 24/Mar/10

Taking Chances

Bob from Toastmasters in Illinois gives great speech on taking chances.

0 37 Mar 24, 2010
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Getting By WithoutGetting By WithoutUploaded 23/Mar/10

Getting By Without

Jane from Toastmasters in Illinois shares enjoying the freedom of "Getting By Without.".

0 46 Mar 23, 2010

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