Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow & IT EGOS

?? Texas Tech Talk Toastmasters Presents: Job Hunting & Tenacity! ?? At this week’s Texas Tech Talk Toastmasters meeting, we explored a topic that resonates with professionals at every stage of their careers—Job Hunting! ?? The Word of the Day was tenacity—a powerful reminder that resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning pave the way to success. ?? Meeting Highlights: ? A thought-provoking prepared speech by Minkai Wu on thinking faster and speaking smarter in impromptu situations. ? Engaging speeches that helped members sharpen their ability to think fast and communicate effectively. ? Impromptu Table Topics focused on job search strategies, interview preparation, and professional growth. ? Insightful evaluations that reinforced the importance of clarity, confidence, and connection in public speaking. A huge thank you to all our role holders, speakers, and guests for making this meeting a success! ?? Looking to improve your speaking skills and boost your confidence? Join us every Wednesday at 7:00 PM CT on Zoom! ??? ?? Next Meeting: Don’t miss out on another opportunity to learn, grow, and connect! ?? [https://lnkd.in/gFWpgFSm] #Toastmasters #TexasTechTalk #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #JobHunting #CareerGrowth #CommunicationSkills

?? Congratulations to all the winners of the Speech Contest at Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow & IT EGOS! ???? ?? International Speech Contest Winners: ??? IT EGOS – Diana Mussmann ??? Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow – Donna Young ?? Table Topics Contest Winners: ?? IT EGOS – Chris Brown, Rajesh Radhakrishnan ?? Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow – Chuyen Nguyen, Uday Bhoomagoud A huge thank you to all the contestants, judges, and volunteers who made this contest a success! ?? ?? Next stop: Area Contest on 3/29! Let’s cheer on our champions as they take the stage at the next level! More details here ?? https://lnkd.in/gXH3aehr #Toastmasters #SpeechContest #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #Congratulations #NextLevel

Good morning fellow Toastmasters, and guests! I hope you are faring well in spite of losing an hour of sleep this morning. I want to invite you all to attend (and hopefully participate in) the club contests we are hosting this upcoming Tuesday during our normal meeting time! Everybody is welcome to compete in the?Table Topics Contest. When you show up at this meeting, you will be asked if you want to compete or just be an audience member. It is just like any other Table Topics session we have hosted, so don't feel as though you have to come prepared! And like other sessions on which we have hosted a vote count, come prepared to be a winner. If you do win, you have the opportunity to represent our clubs at the?Area Contest on March 29th! We also have an?International Speech Contest, for which you must have completed at least two levels of any Toastmasters Pathway. If you would like to participate in this (as we would really like more participants) and believe you are eligible, please let me know! Where??ZOOM (https://lnkd.in/gp5pWffh) When??6:00 PM THIS TUESDAY 03/11 Why??Because a little competition can add spice to life! If you have questions, PLEASE REACH OUT TO ME! Look forward to seeing you all this upcoming Tuesday! Guests are welcome! Diana Mussmann VPE of IT EGOS

Mastering the Art of Small Talk ?? In leadership, communication, and everyday interactions, small talk is often the gateway to deeper connections. Tonight at Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow & IT EGOS Toastmasters, our meeting theme was "The Art of Small Talk." From structured speeches to impromptu Table Topics, members had the chance to refine their ability to engage, connect, and communicate effectively. ?? Highlights from the meeting: ? Prepared Speeches: Chuyen Nguyen delivered an inspiring Ice Breaker speech as part of the Presentation Mastery Pathway (L1). Donna Young, DTM shared insights on motivation with her speech "My Way or the Highway" from the Team Collaboration Pathway (L4). ? Table Topics: Led by Denise McConnell, members practiced thinking on their feet—because conversations don’t come with scripts! ? Speech Evaluations: Emily T Murray 莫莉, DTM, and Dr. Veera B Dasari, M.Tech.,M.S.,M.B.A.,PhD.,PMP. provided valuable feedback, helping speakers refine their skills. ? Role-Based Learning: Cinthia Haros kicked off the meeting as Sergeant-at-Arms. Naga Sai Jonnalagadda expertly guided us as Toastmaster of the Day. Karl G Wang kept us on time as Timer. Diana Mussmann, TC5 facilitated the evaluation session as General Evaluator. Yujun Liang (Club Coach) ensured we stayed mindful of our filler words as Ah-Counter. Mimi Malhan announced the results as Vote Counter. Toastmasters isn’t just about public speaking—it’s about building confidence, leadership, and the ability to engage in meaningful conversations. How do you make small talk work for you? Drop your favorite conversation starter in the comments! ?? #Toastmasters #Communication #Leadership #SmallTalk #PublicSpeaking #ProfessionalGrowth

Why Join Toastmasters? Because communication is the key to success. Whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring leader, or someone who simply wants to speak with confidence, Toastmasters provides a safe, supportive environment to develop essential skills that set you apart. ? Gain Confidence: Speak with clarity and impact, whether in meetings, presentations, or everyday conversations. ? Master Public Speaking: Overcome fear, organize thoughts effectively, and deliver compelling messages. ? Sharpen Leadership Skills: Lead meetings, provide constructive feedback, and inspire others. ? Improve Active Listening: Enhance relationships by truly hearing and understanding people. ? Expand Your Network: Connect with like-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds who support and encourage your growth. At Toastmasters, you don’t just learn by watching—you learn by doing. Every meeting is an opportunity to speak, lead, and grow. ?? Where? ZOOM(https://lnkd.in/gp5pWffh) ?? When? 6:00 PM CST, every Tuesday evening ?? How? Start your journey today and unlock your full potential! ?? Follow Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow & IT EGOS If this time and format don't work for you, you can always find a club that meets your criteria >> https://lnkd.in/gfRhmN2g __________________________________________________ Follow me! I am flying on the New Way to Cloud! Crawl. Walk. Run. A Journey. >> https://lnkd.in/gSSsFwKC ?? #3 Google Cloud Next '23 session >> https://lnkd.in/gJ5sxuYu Google for Developers?>>?https://lnkd.in/gP_8cEqY Why follow?Yujun Liang ??????>>?https://lnkd.in/eSzAgUu? ???????????? ?????????????? ???? ?????????? ???????????????????????????? ?????? ??????????-??????????? #PublicSpeaking #Toastmasters #ToastmastersInternational #CloudComputing?#CloudCertification?#GoogleCloud? #CloudJourney?#CloudArchitecture?#CloudArchitect #GoogleCloud #Kubernetes #Kubestronaut #CloudExpedition #TechJourney #Kubernetes #Kubestronaut #CloudNative #LearningJourney #GDGCloud #LinuxFoundation #GoogleCloud #Certification #CloudDevOps #SRE #LifelongLearning #CareerGrowth

How to Make Connections? Go where people are. Communicate effectively. LISTEN. One of life’s little ironies is that people find YOU interesting when you get them to talk about themselves. And what better place to do that in a safe, supportive environment than Toastmasters? Join us to enhance your skills and learn how to truly connect with others! ?? Where? ZOOM (https://lnkd.in/gp5pWffh) ? When? 6:00 PM CST, every Tuesday evening ?? Why? Because Toastmasters gives you the opportunity to lead, speak, and grow in every meeting role! We learn by doing and by building meaningful connections. ?? Sign up for a role, contact Donna Young. Let’s master the art of Speaking & Listening—and GROW CONNECTIONS that last!

?? Reflecting on Another Inspiring Meeting at Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow & IT EGOS Toastmasters! ?? Today's meeting, themed "The Value of Unplugging," was a breath of fresh air. It reminded us all of the importance of disconnecting to reconnect with ourselves. The Word of the Day, "Affability," was exemplified by every member who brought warmth and ease to the room. ?? Kudos to our incredible speakers and role players: Dr. Veera B Dasari, M.Tech.,M.S.,M.B.A.,PhD.,PMP. delivered an inspiring speech titled "Heroes of Humor and Heart: Leading in Your Volunteer Organization" as part of the Visionary Communication Pathway. Cinthia Haros, for leading an engaging Table Topics session that kept us on our toes. Nathan Currie, for a thorough and thoughtful evaluation session as General Evaluator. ?? The impromptu speaking segment challenged us to think quickly and express authentically, while the evaluation session provided insightful feedback, keeping the meeting educational and empowering. Nathan Currie, Qi (Penny) Jiang, MBA, MPA, and Karl G Wang all gave outstanding answers to the thought-provoking questions. ?? Special thanks to?Donna Young, DTM, for her leadership as Sergeant-At-Arms and to Naga Sai Jonnalagadda, Toastmaster of the Day, for guiding us through the meeting. Naga showed great enthusiasm and was fully engaged with the club members. Great job for a first-time Toastmaster. ??? Looking forward to more opportunities to learn, grow, and celebrate our wins together. #Toastmasters #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #LeadersSpeakersOfTomorrow #ITEgos #CommunityGrowth

How to make connections???Go where people are.?Communication effectively and LISTEN.?One of life’s little ironies is that people find YOU interesting when you can get them to talk about themselves.?And what better place to do that in a safe and secure environment, but at Toastmasters???So come and enhance your skills and learn how to MAKE CONNECTIONS! ? Remember, members may sign up for any role on?THIS SPREADSHEET?under this week's meeting date or contact me, Donna Young. ? Where????????????????ZOOM (https://lnkd.in/gp5pWffh) When?????????????????6:00 PM CST, every Tuesday evening Why???????????????????Because at a Toastmasters meeting, you get a chance to lead and speak in all the meeting roles!???We learn by doing and connecting with others. Let's master the art of Speaking & Listening and learn how to GROW CONNECTIONS!

?? Toastmasters Meeting Recap – "Life in 2035: Future Predictions" ?? Our latest Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow & IT EGOS Toastmasters meeting was a glimpse into the future! With the theme "Life in 2035: Future Predictions," we explored innovation, communication, and the evolving world around us. ??? ?? Meeting Highlights ?? Prepared Speeches: ?? Charlie Cheatham (Visiting Toastmaster) – "This Year" (Presentation Mastery, L1) ?? Emily T Murray 莫莉, DTM – "How a Circle Made My Husband Mad" (Team Collaboration, L1) ?? Word of the Day: Swank / Swanky – A stylish word to describe something showy or elegant! ?? Table Topics Challenge: Led by Emily T Murray 莫莉, DTM, this session had members crafting spontaneous speeches about what life in 2035 might look like. ?? AI? Flying cars? Swanky space travel? The creativity was endless! ?? Evaluations & Insights: ? General Evaluator: Diana Mussmann, TC5 led a well-rounded evaluation session. ? Speech Evaluators: Diana Mussmann & Donna Young, DTM provided constructive feedback. ? Grammarian: Dr. Veera Dasari kept us mindful of strong and effective language. ? Ah-Counter: Nathan Currie helped us refine our speech flow. ? Timer & Vote Counter: Mimi Malhan & Karl (Guan) Wang ensured smooth timekeeping. ?? Key Takeaways: ?? The future is unpredictable, but preparation is key. ?? Effective communication will always be a crucial skill—no matter what year it is! ?? Toastmasters is the perfect place to refine our voices for whatever the future holds. Qi (Penny) Jiang, MBA, MPA from The University of Texas at Dallas joined as a guest and she became a member after the meeting! ?? Want to Join Us? ?? Location: Zoom at [https://lnkd.in/girqCE2f ] ??? Next Meeting Date: February 25, 2025 A huge thank you to all role players, speakers, and guests who made this session an inspiring one! ?? ?? What’s your boldest prediction for life in 2035? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ?? #Toastmasters #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #FuturePredictions #CommunicationSkills #GrowthMindset #SwankySpeeches ??

Fellow IT Egos & Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow Toastmasters! ? WE HAVE A GUEST SPEAKER THIS WEEK, Charlie Cheatham!??Come and make him feel welcome, and GRAB a MEETING ROLE on?THIS SPREADSHEET?if you haven’t already. At our Toastmasters meetings, you can learn by doing in a safe, secure, and friendly environment.??So come and enhance up your skills and build your confidence.?? ? Remember, members may sign up for any role on?THIS SPREADSHEET?under this week's meeting date or contact me, Donna at?203-770-5330. ? Where????????????????ZOOM (https://lnkd.in/gp5pWffh) When?????????????????6:00 PM CST, every Tuesday evening Why???????????????????Because at a Toastmasters meeting you get a chance to lead and speak in all the meeting roles!???We learn by doing and connecting with others. Let's master the art of CONFIDENTLY commanding whatever venue we speak or present upon!