Conservatively Speaking Toastmasters Club (Not Political, Just Polite!)

About this event

**Conservatively Speaking Toastmasters** is a non-political Toastmasters club dedicated to public speaking, communication skills, and leadership development. Our diverse and supportive community helps members build confidence, improve presentation skills, and become effective leaders through structured practice and positive feedback. We meet **in person every Saturday at 9:00 a.m.** New members are always welcome to experience how Toastmasters can transform fear into confidence and potential into impact. Our meeting place: St. Madeleine Sophie Koinonia Room (left of the church's main entrance, 4400 130th Pl SE, Bellevue, WA 98006 Park in the main lot, head to the front of the main church building, and look immediately to the left of the main church entrance doors for the marked room and lobby entrance. \#\# What Will You Develop at Toastmasters? At Toastmasters, you don’t just learn how to speak—you build confidence, leadership, and a growth mindset that carries into every part of life. Through hands-on practice and supportive feedback, you will develop the following skills: \#\#\# 🎤 Communication & Speaking Skills * **Speech Preparation** – Learn how to structure, organize, and deliver clear, impactful speeches * **Public Speaking** – Speak with confidence, clarity, and purpose in front of any audience * **Presentation Skills** – Deliver professional presentations using effective storytelling and body language * **Impromptu Speaking** – Think on your feet and speak confidently without preparation \#\#\# 🧭 Leadership & Meeting Skills * **Introducing Speakers** – Learn how to engage audiences and set speakers up for success * **Chairing Meetings** – Build leadership skills by running meetings with confidence and professionalism * **Meeting Roles** – Gain experience as a **Grammarian, Timekeeper, and Ah-Counter**, sharpening listening, language, and time management skills \#\#\# 💬 Feedback & Personal Growth * **Effective and Positive Evaluations** – Give…