What's The Value Of Entering A Speech Contest – And Losing?
GROWTH!!!
Because most peeps are too afraid to enter a speech contest. And every time you grow, someone in your circle-of-influence notices.
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Because most peeps are too afraid to enter a speech contest. And every time you grow, someone in your circle-of-influence notices.
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I used to think I needed to win the war against the fear of speaking in public – to stomp fear into the ground, kick its ass! Actual experience reveals that being friendly with fear is so much more empowering, long-lasting and super-duper kick-ass! Toastmasters has been a huge help in providing a place to…
2019 Toastmasters International Speech Contest Reid Walley, 3rd-place winner at the “District” level of the 2019 Toastmasters International Speech Contest. Toastmasters District: 39 Date: May 4, 2019 Location: Rancho Cordova, CA, USA Share this post: Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Reddit Share on LinkedIn Share on Email
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