Say It in 30 seconds: How to harness the Power of Brevity
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THEME: ⏱️ Say It in 30 Seconds. Make It Count.
Join us Saturday, June 20, for a theme around one of the most powerful — and underrated — communication skills: brevity.
In a world of endless noise, the ability to make your point fast and make it land is a superpower.
Whether you're pitching an idea, networking at an event, or speaking up in a meeting, those first 30 seconds can open doors — or close them.
💡 Harness the Power of Brevity: Tips to Get You Started
Before you ever open your mouth, try these:
• Lead with the point — Don't build up to it. Say it first, then support it.
• Cut the filler — Every "um," "basically," and "kind of" costs you credibility. Silence is stronger.
• Use the 3-word rule — If you can't summarize your message in 3 words, you don't own it yet.
• Time yourself — Record a 30-second version of something you need to say. You'll be surprised what you discover.
• Earn the next 30 seconds — Great brevity doesn't end the conversation. It starts one.
This will also mark our final meeting for the 2025-26 Toastmasters year.
📋 Agenda
10:00 – 10:10 AM — Networking & Welcome
10:10 – 11:25 AM — Toastmasters Program
• Prepared speeches showcasing the art of saying more with less
• Constructive evaluations focused on clarity, impact, and economy of words
• Table Topics — impromptu speaking where every second counts!
11:25 – 11:30 AM — Q&A Session
(The conversation continues after the meeting — we love to connect!)
A detailed agenda will be shared at the start of the meeting.
📍 How to Join
🖥️ Online via Zoom
https://bit.ly/spotlight-online-meeting
https://zoom.us/j/391817003?pwd=dHVkTnI0MDlqYzNDSzEzUlZaSTRMQT09
🏢 In-Person · Renton, WA
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
1000 Oakesdale Ave SW — Dunbar Room
Free parking · Restrooms · WiFi
🙌 All Are Welcome
Whether you tend to over-explain, freeze under pressure, or just want your words to hit harder — this meeting is for you. You don't need to be polished. You just need to show up.
Guests are always encouraged to visit and experience the Spotlight difference firsthand.
We believe the most powerful communicators aren't the ones who say the most — they're the ones who say exactly enough.
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❓ Do you have any questions?
Reach out via message or email us at spotlighttoastmasters654507@gmail.com —one of our club members will get back to you shortly.
The meeting starts promptly at 10:10 AM.
We can't wait to see you on June 20! Because the best things — and the best speakers — don't need long to make an impression. ✨