Public Speaking

🌟 **Unlock Your Full Potential with CPA Toastmasters!** 🌟 Are you ready to become a more confident speaker and a stronger leader? CPA Toastmasters is here to help you *grow* both personally and professionally! Whether you're looking to improve your public speaking skills, enhance your leadership abilities, or build self-confidence, Toastmasters provides a supportive and encouraging environment for you to thrive. 🚀 **Why CPA Toastmasters?** * **Improve Public Speaking**: Learn how to communicate clearly and confidently in front of any audience. * **Build Leadership Skills**: Develop the tools and techniques to become a stronger leader in your personal and professional life. * **Friendly, Supportive Community**: Join a group of like-minded individuals who are all working toward their personal growth and success. * **Real-Time Feedback**: Get constructive feedback in every meeting to help you continually improve. * **CPD Hours**: As our member, you are eligible to claim CPD hours under CPA for attending our meetings! 📈 **What to Expect at a Toastmasters Meeting:** * **Prepared Speeches**: Deliver speeches on topics you’re passionate about (Members only) * **Impromptu Speaking**: Practice thinking on your feet with quick, fun exercises. * **Constructive Feedback**: Receive valuable tips to help you improve, delivered in a positive, encouraging way. * **Leadership Roles**: Take turns leading the meeting, which helps you refine your organizational and leadership abilities. Come visit us in our next meeting and learn how our club can support your public speaking journey!

🌟 **Unlock Your Full Potential with CPA Toastmasters!** 🌟 Are you ready to become a more confident speaker and a stronger leader? CPA Toastmasters is here to help you *grow* both personally and professionally! Whether you're looking to improve your public speaking skills, enhance your leadership abilities, or build self-confidence, Toastmasters provides a supportive and encouraging environment for you to thrive. 🚀 **Why CPA Toastmasters?** * **Improve Public Speaking**: Learn how to communicate clearly and confidently in front of any audience. * **Build Leadership Skills**: Develop the tools and techniques to become a stronger leader in your personal and professional life. * **Friendly, Supportive Community**: Join a group of like-minded individuals who are all working toward their personal growth and success. * **Real-Time Feedback**: Get constructive feedback in every meeting to help you continually improve. * **CPD Hours**: As our member, you are eligible to claim CPD hours under CPA for attending our meetings! 📈 **What to Expect at a Toastmasters Meeting:** * **Prepared Speeches**: Deliver speeches on topics you’re passionate about (Members only) * **Impromptu Speaking**: Practice thinking on your feet with quick, fun exercises. * **Constructive Feedback**: Receive valuable tips to help you improve, delivered in a positive, encouraging way. * **Leadership Roles**: Take turns leading the meeting, which helps you refine your organizational and leadership abilities. Come visit us in our next meeting and learn how our club can support your public speaking journey!

Smashing! Try something new Thursday Interactive workshop - Become the charismatic leader Serious about improving your leadership - **Why mess, come to the best** Why is Smashing different to other speaking clubs? Passion!!! 1\. Fast\-paced\, energized and exciting meets 2\. We practice **bold, confident** and **dynamic** leadership! 3. **Everyone talks** multiple times during super-interactive workshops every meet - Plus the chance to speak on the big stage for those that are keen 4. **FAST LEARNING** **Free parking** close-by: O'Connell and Cobden streets **IMPORTANT: Be on time, as doors close when the show starts** “Proudly Australian" – Free-flowing leadership & teamwork Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St (Opposite Queen Vic Market) Level 1, Purple Room (End of corridor) More to come...

Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking with Southbank Toastmasters! Ready to transform nerves into confidence? Join us for a fun, interactive workshop to: ✨ Conquer your fear of speaking 💡 Learn pro tips from experienced mentors 📈 Boost your business and career through powerful communication Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned speaker, this is your chance to grow, connect, and shine! 🌟 Don’t miss out—step up to the mic and join us! 🎤

Develop your public speaking skills in a safe, fun, learning environment. North Melbourne Toastmasters is a place where you develop and grow - both personally and professionally. You join a community of learners, and in Toastmasters meetings we learn by doing. Whether you're an executive or a stay-at-home parent, a college student or a retiree, you will improve yourself; building skills to express yourself in a variety of situations. You'll open up a world of new possibilities - Gain confidence, courage and poise - Overcome nerves - Express yourself in any situation - Deliver engaging presentations - Communicate what you really mean - Enhance your professional and personal development - Learn managerial and leadership skills Join us at North Melbourne Toastmasters for this Toastmasters meeting. This is the perfect place to develop your public speaking skills in a safe, fun, learning environment. Come along for free as our guest to experience a North Melbourne Toastmasters Club meeting. North Melbourne Toastmasters meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays- 7:30pm-9:30pm. Come as a guest and get a feel of Toastmasters and our amazing club!

This is so much better than sitting at home watching TV!", said one of our participants after a jam session :) Forget the pressure of performance and join our relaxed jam session! This is a low-stress, high-fun opportunity to connect with fellow players. What to Expect: \- Hundreds of leadsheets to choose from\. \- Whether you know three chords or 30 scales\, please come along\. You might learn a few things\, or discover the satisfaction of teaching others a few things\. \- I will provide a bass uke \(amplified\)\, a Casio keyboard\, and a drum machine \- these will help make our sound fuller\. If you are a singer who can harmonise\, come along too \- always great to hear harmonies\. \- drinks available at the bar\, and you can bring takeaway food to the RSL if you haven't had dinner\. Come ready to listen, learn, and make some beautiful noise!

Weather looks reasonable good on Sunday. Participants are invited to join us for a walk and talk about science, philosophy and technology. We will also have time for coffee & a bite to eat afterwards at The Abbotsford Convent. ## Details **Schedule** **10 am** – Meet at or near the Rotunda at the [Studley Park Boathouse Picnic Area](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Studley+Park+Boathouse+and+Picnic+Area/@-37.8010746,145.0099524,19.5z/data=!3m1!5s0x6ad647468a8e6d4b:0x8bec09a48fc2782d!4m22!1m16!4m15!1m6!1m2!1s0x6ad64390ba3131a7:0xf0456760531db00!2sFairfield+Park+Boathouse+%26+Tea+Gardens,+Fairfield+Park+Dr,+Fairfield+VIC+3078!2m2!1d145.0137071!2d-37.78518!1m6!1m2!1s0x6ad6430738fab4cd:0xdb76f953991f8b47!2sAbbotsford+Convent,+1+St+Heliers+St,+Abbotsford+VIC+3067!2m2!1d145.0028144!2d-37.80269!3e2!3m4!1s0x0:0xc5b4e7f2ffed7da1!8m2!3d-37.8007946!4d145.0093501) near the boathouse **10.30 am –** Saunter across [Kanes Bridge](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Kanes+Bridge/@-37.8001395,145.0095086,19.5z/data=!3m1!5s0x6ad647468a8e6d4b:0x8bec09a48fc2782d!4m22!1m16!4m15!1m6!1m2!1s0x6ad64390ba3131a7:0xf0456760531db00!2sFairfield+Park+Boathouse+%26+Tea+Gardens,+Fairfield+Park+Dr,+Fairfield+VIC+3078!2m2!1d145.0137071!2d-37.78518!1m6!1m2!1s0x6ad6430738fab4cd:0xdb76f953991f8b47!2sAbbotsford+Convent,+1+St+Heliers+St,+Abbotsford+VIC+3067!2m2!1d145.0028144!2d-37.80269!3e2!3m4!1s0x6ad643a61948cd11:0xa29da82fe9e81dcb!8m2!3d-37.8000822!4d145.0096953) towards [the convent](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Abbotsford+Convent/@-37.8026857,145.0006257,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x6ad647468a8e6d4b:0x8bec09a48fc2782d!4m5!3m4!1s0x6ad6430738fab4cd:0xdb76f953991f8b47!8m2!3d-37.80269!4d145.0028144) via [Dights Falls loop trail](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Dights+Falls+Loop+Trail/@-37.8002318,145.0089975,18.17z/data=!3m1!5s0x6ad647468a8e6d4b:0x8bec09a48fc2782d!4m22!1m16!4m15!1m6!1m2!1s0x6ad64390ba3131a7:0xf0456760531db00!2sFairfield+Park+Boathouse+%26+Tea+Gardens,+Fairfield+Park+Dr,+Fairfield+VIC+3078!2m2!1d145.0137071!2d-37.78518!1m6!1m2!1s0x6ad6430738fab4cd:0xdb76f953991f8b47!2sAbbotsford+Convent,+1+St+Heliers+St,+Abbotsford+VIC+3067!2m2!1d145.0028144!2d-37.80269!3e2!3m4!1s0x6ad643b6fb99244d:0x4653bb18d09f4f95!8m2!3d-37.7984944!4d145.0074445), observing stunning views of Yarra river (including Dights Falls, urban graffiti, inner suburb farms and more) **12.30** – Hang out at the convent for coffee and a bite to eat. **Topics can include:** – How epistemics (inc science) makes progress – Health, wellness and how to live a good life – Metaethics / ethics – Moral progress and indirect normativity – Latest trends in AI – Economic impacts of AGI, automation, unbounded inequality – UBI - Basic income and universal wealth redistribution – Likelihood of future doom or utopia – Human augmentation, hacking human potential – AI interpretability – ChatGPT, Gemini, ClaudeAI – Automated persuasion, AI dark arts – Future directions in AI – Plato’s cave – Fun theory, value theory Nietzsche: "**All truly great thoughts are conceived while walking.** From the process of creative self-discovery one emerges an artist. More often than not, our internal spiritual restoration is accompanied by a physical transformation." Plenty of parking. [Here is an example of how to get there via public transport](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Flinders+Street+Railway+Station,+Flinders+Street,+Melbourne+VIC/1+Boathouse+Rd,+Kew+VIC+3101/@-37.8078241,144.9758788,15z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m19!4m18!1m5!1m1!1s0x6ad642b6af832249:0xe39e415e49a7c44e!2m2!1d144.9670618!2d-37.8182711!1m5!1m1!1s0x6ad643a898057765:0xc5b4e7f2ffed7da1!2m2!1d145.0093501!2d-37.8007946!2m3!6e1!7e2!8j1676109600!3e3!5i1). Sometimes philosophy discussions feel quite sedentary – hence our experiment to cross pollinate exercise and engaging discussions on philosophy. Exertion of both the mind and body at the same time may lead to a fascinating dynamic. A sedentary lifestyle (and by association, philosophy) has been linked to mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, and chronic stress. Ease the anxieties of the armchair philosopher engaging in mental gymnastics with minimal muscle movement – join our raggle-taggle crew of aspiring philosophers walking the talk! Healthy body, healthy mind! Note, bring elemental protection (umbrellas, sunscreen etc)

Welcome to our first movie event for 2026, hosted by our new co-organizer for movies, Harris. We're watching RENTAL FAMILY starring Brendan Fraser. **Itinerary:** Meet at Kino Cinema at 4.15 for the 4.30pm screening. Get your ticket here: https://buy.palacecinemas.com.au/?cinema=300&session=265759 About the movie: https://www.palacecinemas.com.au/movies/rental-family We can sit together or separately (to be introvert-friendly). After the movie, there's an option to go out to dinner together if you'd like - and if your social battery can manage. **Getting There:** Kino Cinemas is at Collins Place, 45 Collins Street. Closest train station is Parliament. P.S. There is no organizer fee for this event. You just need to pay for your own ticket and any food and drinks you choose to purchase.

**Gain The Confidence to Be Unstoppable! Free Class.** How to Achieve Self Confidence! Without question, self confidence is the key to success. It determines how many of your goals you achieve in life and has an enormous impact on your happiness. It affects how people perceive you, your career achievements, your ability to take risks or try new endeavours, as well as your overall attitude toward yourself and others. Self Confidence is something most people would like to have more of, but aren't sure how to get. Did you ever feel more certain of yourself in the past? Would you like to raise your self confidence ? To increase self confidence, you have to understand what reduces it. If you know why this happens you can reverse the situation and rebuild your self esteem. Self Confidence is self-determinism. One's belief in one's ability to determine his own course. As long as one has that, he's got the universe in his pocket. - L. Ron Hubbard. This day you are able to Learn: • The true source of security in life. • How self-confidence, self respect and self trust interrelate, and what you can do to rehabilitate them. • The exact steps to become more competent in whatever you do. Today's free class will put you into a good position to help you achieve a new level of self-confidence, accomplish more, and progress towards a higher level of personal survival. Free parking, Free entree *** Todays free class is open to all people of goodwill. Our meetup classes contain universal knowledge that is applicable to all of us and can and is used by anyone of any faith as well as by those with no faith. Our meetups contain TOOLS for better living and they will assist you greatly in achieving your goals! These practical tools can be used straight away! Not able to attend our meetup's? For some "fresh air" Tune into Scientology Network TV . Broadcasting 24/7 at www.scientology.tv

Ever wondered how humanity would respond to an asteroid heading for Earth? Or how the world might react to first contact with aliens? Welcome to **The Thought Experiment** — a new kind of meetup where we explore big *“What if…?”* scenarios in a fun but thoughtful way. Each session, we’ll pick one scenario (from global crises to wild sci-fi situations) and work together to imagine solutions, strategies, and possibilities. This is for **curious minds of all kinds** — students, professionals, creatives, or anyone who enjoys thinking differently. Some people might bring research, others just bring imagination. Either way, we’ll brainstorm together and see where the discussion takes us. [Thought Experiment Site](https://thoughtexperiment.au) **We ask everyone to Buy a drink at the venue** **You Need to have Conversational English.** **Format:** * Quick intro to the scenario * Small-group discussions * Share back with the group * Wrap up + (optional) post-discussion drinks For our first meetup, we’ll introduce the format, get to know each other, and jump into a scenario together. ***Story Arc: Apocalypse*** Keywords: Viral Outbreak, Halloween Encore, Zombies **Scenario: Containment Failure** Next Week in the Horrors of Consciousness Series. It began in a private research facility — a corporation working on a cure for everything. Disease. Aging. Even death itself. But something went wrong. A breach. Something escaped. Those exposed don’t die — they change. Cities are falling silent. Denial is policy. We are the last survivors — trapped, desperate, and running out of time. Will we trust each other… or turn on our own? And along the way… there will be twists. Join us this Saturday, 3–5 PM at Oxford Scholar. A small group. Big imagination. No right answers — just curiosity, debate & fun.

‼️Public transport is free on weekends during January‼️😄 For this event we will be going to Port Melbourne Beach 🏝️ Slap on your sunscreen, grab your beach gear and any art supplies you like. Look for the location in the event image. We will just be relaxing at the beach drawing together. If you aren’t sure what to draw the club has a weekly drawing theme, just ask me what the prompt is 😊 ✏️ We welcome all artists of any skill level or medium, Whether you’re a beginner or pro, traditional or digital, absolutely anyone can join. ⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️ Please do not attend if you are sick. I have multiple chronic illnesses so my immune system is extremely weak. keep everyone safe by staying home if you are unwell ☔️ If the weather changes I will move the event location —————————————————— Check out our instagram @shypeoplesdrawingclub to see more about our awesome group. We also have a Discord group for online events if you would like to join and chat with more artists. ✨

**🙋‍♀️**Welcome to our THURSDAY Social + language ​exchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends. 👉We always have between 250 - 350 people attending our THURSDAY event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups. 👉This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party. 👉It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians. 🍺: Discounted 15% house beers and wines 🍸: Extra cost for cocktails and spirit 🍲: Food available is to purchase at the bar with 15% discount on menu. 👉**Fee** of **$4.50** to be paid at the entrance OR you can buy anything from the bar. No Limited numbers but RSVP is a must. 🆔 Please carry a Photo ID as you may be asked at the entrance. 👉**Location**: Diesel bar & Eatery. we book the whole Second floor, Capacity of 500 people. and the welcoming table is at the door entrance. No entry from Melbourne Central. only from 202 Little Lonsdale St.

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Communication is everything in life! You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Communication is everything in life! Attend this free lecture about how to be a better communicator. 📍 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Communication is everything in life! Attend this free lecture about how to be a better communicator. You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Rd Columbus OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

The topic for January is "Chemistry" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 7:00 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Communication is everything in life! You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Optimistic Orators Toastmasters non-profit speech improvement group. No materials needed.