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#258: Breaking Down Nice vs. Kind: A Deep Dive with Ben Guttmann
Podcast 2024-09-01
#258: Breaking Down Nice vs. Kind: A Deep Dive with Ben Guttmann

[24:39] Explore the difference between nice vs. kind with Ben Guttmann, a marketing expert & author, as he unpacks why kindness is key to better communication

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#257: How Supercommunicators Identify and Match Conversations – Charles Duhigg
Podcast 2024-08-01
#257: How Supercommunicators Identify and Match Conversations – Charles Duhigg

[22:56] Pulitzer Prize-winning author uncovers the techniques supercommunicators use to enhance their conversation skills and build meaningful relationships

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#256: 2024 Convention: Celebrating 100 yrs – Anaheim, CA – Joan Lewis & Jessica Allen
Podcast 2024-07-15
#256: 2024 Convention: Celebrating 100 yrs – Anaheim, CA – Joan Lewis & Jessica Allen

[21:34] Host co-chairs enlighten us about Anaheim and give us a sneak-peek around Toastmasters International 100th anniversary event August 14-17, 2024

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#255: Gravitas Personified: Meet the 2024 Golden Gavel Recipient – Lisa Sun
Podcast 2024-07-01
#255: Gravitas Personified: Meet the 2024 Golden Gavel Recipient – Lisa Sun

[37:39] This award-winning Entrepreneur, speaker & author redefines confidence & inspires us with her incredible journey & a sneak-peek into her book & keynote

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#254: A Toastmasters Ribbon of Inspiration for my 6-Year Old Daughter – Todd Bryant
Podcast 2024-06-15
#254: A Toastmasters Ribbon of Inspiration for my 6-Year Old Daughter – Todd Bryant

[28:22] Financial Planner Todd Bryant shares his Toastmasters journey & story & how a speaking award ribbon inspired his daughter, age 6 to speak at his club

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#253: Meet the Resilient Shawn Ellis: 2024 International Convention Keynote Speaker
International Convention 2024-06-01
#253: Meet the Resilient Shawn Ellis: 2024 International Convention Keynote Speaker

[33:37] Discover insights on resilience & adaptability from the renowned keynote speaker for Toastmasters' 100th anniversary convention in Anaheim, August 2024!

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#252: Leading Successful Teams Like a Master Gardener – Lauren Parsons
Podcast 2024-05-01
#252: Leading Successful Teams Like a Master Gardener – Lauren Parsons

[25:01] New Zealand Author, Business Coach & Toastmaster shares how leading successful teams needs the same 12 conditions as healthy plants in order to thrive.

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#251: Cultivating Your Authentic Self as a Speaker – Elizabeth Danziger
Public Speaking 2024-04-15
#251: Cultivating Your Authentic Self as a Speaker – Elizabeth Danziger

[28:47] Discover the essence of authenticity in public speaking with Liz Danziger. Learn to balance vulnerability and preparation for impactful presentations

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#250: 500 Lunches with Strangers: Breaking Bread for Personal Growth – Nick Bendel
Networking 2024-04-01
#250: 500 Lunches with Strangers: Breaking Bread for Personal Growth – Nick Bendel

[28:56] An interesting chat with a man embarking on a personal journey to improve his social skills, strengthen his mindset & build an incredible network

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#249: Group Wisdom: Reading The Toastmaster Aloud – Dorothy Chanakira & Viola Dondo
Communication 2024-03-15
#249: Group Wisdom: Reading The Toastmaster Aloud – Dorothy Chanakira & Viola Dondo

[29:52] Monthly ad hoc on-line group & invited guests toast Toastmasters then reads articles from Toastmaster Magazine aloud then has in-depth discussion them

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#248: How One Person Beat Burnout Through Personal Daily Routines – Olya Amelina
Podcast 2024-03-01
#248: How One Person Beat Burnout Through Personal Daily Routines – Olya Amelina

[29:52] Olya Amelia burned out rebuilding her life from scratch, turning it into a career as a health & performance coach. She shares her story & lots of advice

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#247: Improv: Laugh While Flexing Your Spontaneous Speaking Skills – Karen Rae Hannah
Humor 2024-02-15
#247: Improv: Laugh While Flexing Your Spontaneous Speaking Skills – Karen Rae Hannah

[27:25] Karen Rae Hannah enlightens us on what Improv is, how we can use it in our clubs and have fun, while boosting our speaking & leadership skills

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