Cornerstones of Success

Successful, sustainable organizations are rooted in a foundation with a clear purpose and direction. Standards are high and the driving forces are focused. Simply Speaking Toastmasters embraces this philosophy, and gladly shares our recipe for a championship club.

Mission

Provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.

Vision

We are an uplifting community that inspires the leader in each of us to become the best version of ourselves, one speech at a time.

Core Values

Personal Development and Growth
Growth is best achieved in a community. We observe, listen, and act on opportunities to gain awareness. Through encouragement, mentoring and mutual accountability, we all thrive.

Family
We are a welcoming family community, embracing people of all backgrounds, ages and experience levels. We build meaningful relationships and support one another with care and respect.

Dedication to the Whole
Our club thrives when every individual feels seen, supported, and empowered. We serve one another and contribute to the success of the club as a united team. Every contribution strengthens our shared success.

Honesty and Integrity
We take personal responsibility. We do what we say, say what we mean, and face challenges with openness and integrity.

Excellence
We provide a clear path to developing communication and leadership skills. With full and enthusiastic engagement, we exceed expectations and achieve the highest standards.

Club Commitment

Members' Commitment to Simply Speaking

As a member of Simply Speaking, you agree to:

Prioritize our weekly meetings, so you can attend most sessions.
Fully prepare for each assignment or role you are scheduled to perform.
Notify other members in advance if you cannot fulfill a scheduled role, so it can be covered.
Commit to learning and applying the communication and leadership objectives outlined in Pathways.
Follow the guidelines and rules of all Toastmasters education and recognition programs.
Participate in club activities whenever your schedule allows.
Provide positive and supportive evaluations of other members.
Build open, friendly relationships with fellow members, treating everyone—members and guests—with respect and courtesy.
Act in alignment with Toastmasters’ core values of Integrity, Respect, Service, and Excellence in all activities.
Promote the club by talking with friends, family, and colleagues and inviting them to visit.
Serve the club by becoming an officer or mentor once Toastmasters has benefited you.

Club Mentor Commitment to the New Member

A club mentor will:

Meet with you to understand your personal and professional goals.
Help you plan your participation to achieve your objectives.
Encourage you to pursue speech and leadership goals in the Pathways program.
Guide you in understanding and performing various meeting roles.

Simply Speaking’s Commitment to YOU

We promise to:

Meet with you to understand your personal and professional goals.
Help you plan your participation to achieve your objectives.
Encourage you to pursue speech and leadership goals in the Pathways program.
Guide you in understanding and performing various meeting roles.

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