Public speaking requires more than just a toast.(Toastmasters International helps people improve communication skills)

Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal (CO)

Publication Date: 15-NOV-02

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Byline: Marylou Doehrman

Public speaking is, to many people, as dreadful as a root canal. But there are a special few that thrive in front of an audience. And there are others who like to test their limits through public speaking, which, they believe, raises their level of confidence and enhances their communication and presentation abilities. One organization that promotes and encourages its members to step outside of their comfort zone is Toastmasters International. Gavin Blakey is the president of Toastmasters International, and he says the organization is much more than a joke telling, roast and toast kind of club. Blakey's motto: "Toastmasters is a people's organization, and we are in the business of helping people be the best that they can be."

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