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TYPICAL AGENDA

  1. Opening (Club President)
    1. Call to Order
    2. Club Business
    3. Guest Introductions
  2. Wordmaster
  3. Joke of the Day
  4. Evaluation Team Introductions (Master Evaluator)
  5. Prepared Speeches (Toastmaster)
    1. Speeches 1, 2, 3 (Speakers)
    2. Timer's Report
  6. Table Topics (Table Topics Master)
    1. Table Topics
    2. Timer's Report
  7. Evaluations (Master Evaluator)
    1. Evaluation of Speeches 1, 2, 3 (Evaluators)
    2. Timer's Report
    3. Grammarian's Report
    4. Ah Counter's Report
    5. Wordmaster's Report
    6. Master Evaluator's Report
  8. Closing (Club President)
    1. Announcements
    2. Comments from Guests
  9. Thought for the Day

ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Toastmaster: The host and conductor of the entire program. Introduces participants, creates an atmosphere of interest, and sets the theme for the meeting. Generally performed by experienced members.

Table Topics Master: Asks members to "think on their feet" and speak for 1-2 minutes in response to a question or topic. Helps ensure that all members and willing guests have a chance to speak.

Speaker: Provides the "main event" for every meeting. Prepares a speech based on the objectives of a Toastmaster Manual. Sets an example for less experienced members, and seeks input from all. Typical speeches last 5-10 minutes.

Evaluator: Gives feedback to a speaker based on expressed concerns and speech goals. Uses constructive criticism to build confidence while offering tips and suggestions. Offers support for incremental improvement. May introduce the speakers.

General Evaluator: Leads and introduces the evaluation team. Provides feedback for the meeting as a whole.

Timer: Tracks the use of time for speeches, table topics, and evaluations. Indicates when participants have reach minimum and maximum time limits.

Grammarian: Monitors grammar usage and sentence structure throughout the meeting. Provides feedback on correct usage and improved word choice.

Ah Counter: Listens for speaking crutches, fillers, and distractions. Provides special attention to "ah, uh, um, and er." Also tracks excessive interjections such as "and, well, but, so, you know."

Wordmaster: Provides a word for the day at the beginning of the meeting, including definition, pronunciation, and an example. Tracks use of the word throughout the meeting.

Joke of the Day: Brings a short joke or story to share at the beginning of meetings. Provides a release for nervous energy and tension

Thought of the Day: Shares a closing quote or thought for members and guests to take with them at the close of the meeting.
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