The second session of Speechcraft kicked off with an educational presentation on How to Organize Your Speech by Scott C. Scott set out the basics of Introduction, Body and Conclusion, but also led the audience through an exercise in organizing a sample speech using handout materials.
Next we heard introductory (called “Ice Breaker”) speeches from two Speechcraft participants. John N. and Dan G. gave their first speeches, getting past their jitters and starting down the path to confident public speaking. Go John and Dan!
Impromptu speaking practice followed. First-time Table Topicsmaster Beth G. put questions on “Health & Fitness” to members and guests. Beth’s cornucopia of food-related questions included:

• Which is more important, counting calories or exercising?
• A shake for breakfast, another for lunch, and then a sensible dinner. What could go wrong?
• Food allergies — are they real, or just an excuse to avoid eating what they don’t like?

Our winner for Best Table Topics was a visitor, Raj, for his answer on food allergies.
Next came the evaluation session. All three speakers received supportive feedback from evaluators Dave E., Ray R. and Joel H. General Evaluator Lisa L. summed things up and evaluated the meeting as a whole.
Club news: Raj N. decided to sign up and join the Speechcraft! He’ll give his Ice Breaker next session. Welcome, Raj!
Our next session is March 19th at 8:00 AM, when we will have an educational session on Introducing a Speaker and five — yes, five — short speeches from new members!