September 2011 Club Meetings

Friendship on Tues 6 Sept 2011

Immaculately dressed and meticulously prepared, TME Ian started our “Plan, Organise, Lead” meeting with high energy and enthusiam. It was obvious that he was an avid Manchester United fan when he cited Sir Alex Ferguson as having performed well in planning, organizing and leading the best football team in the world. Visiting Toastmaster Hadzrin Shah agreed with him whole-heartedly.

The immaculately dressed TME

Past President Lay Theng enthralled us with her tale of working with 3 swimming coaches to achieve her childhood dream. She finally succeeded in achieving her goal of learning how to swim after 17 years. Leveraging on her personal experience, she was the right person to share with us that we learn best when we understand what is our learning style. Then we should go against the grain to become a versatile learner. To her, life without learning is a waste of time. In my opinion, listening to our award-winning speaker is never a waste of time !

Lay Theng is Best Project Speaker

Exact ADC on Tues 13 Sept 2011
by Andrew Ng

It has been a while since Loon played the role of Toastmaster of the Day and he definitely brought the house down with lots of laughter. A natural humour master, he led the session by encouraging everyone to share a little joke. 

TME Loon

Our newest member, Dimic Bojan, delivered his Ice Breaker speech. Telling the story of his journey from Slovenia to Malaysia, he shared his many experiences and choices in life.

Dimic delivering his Ice Breaker speech

 
KPMG KL on Sat 17 Sept 2011

It turned out to be a cosy Saturday meeting with everyone taking part in Table Topics except for the Table Topics Evaluator. When TME Amanda was asked about her wealth, she instantly replied, “I am outstandingly wealthy as I have 400+ friends on Facebook!”

Madeline told us “A Little Bit of Everything” about her stressful, busy life as an auditor. Shobana shared with us her life as a perfect, being in a debate team and enjoying her hostel days with Malay schoolmates. With determination, she completed her ACCA at age 24. She made many sacrifices to achieve this and her only regret was that she put “Fun” aside while she pursued her ACCA studies. Both our Ice Breaker speakers spoke from their hearts and we were moved by their stories.

Project Speakers Madeline, Steven, Suresh, TME Amanda & Shobana

Steven’s speech highlighted a common answer we hear when we ask our colleagues where to go for lunch. “Anything” can turn out to be tricky as there is no restaurant with such a name.

For Suresh’s “Deuteranopia” speech, he presented a well-research speech about a medical condition commonly known as colour-blindness. With much gusto, he made use of several visual aids and injected elements of vocal variety and body movement into his speech. He convinced us that “Deuteranopia is not an illness, it is a medical condition. Although we cannot be pilots or doctors, we are able to function as normal people.”

Friendship on Tues 20 Sept 2011

It was most appropriate that VPE Chee Hoe, the soul of effectiveness and efficiency, was our TME for this meeting with the meeting theme “Effectiveness and Efficiency”. With the program agenda sent out 1 week in advance, and GE invited 1 month in advance, it is obvious why he is an effective and efficient VPE.

As Sylvia was describing the heavenly Lang Tengah beach with white sands, we were transported to her “Holiday in Heaven” on the wings of her vivid, tantalizing choice of words. Her chalet had a sea view, idyllic surroundings and was just at the edge of the white sands and blue ocean. The enchantment continued at night as she gazed at the starry sky and made wishes when 5 shooting stars appeared.

It was a heavenly speech and we were left hoping that Sylvia will continue to enchant and mesmerize us in her future project speeches!

Sylvia (right) with her evaluator Grace

Division W HSC 24 Sept 2011

Division W Humorous Speech Contest

For those brave of heart, the rewards can be numerous. It certainly takes courage to be a contestant at a speech contest. Division W is cognizant of this and had prepared gifts for our brave-hearted contestants, who gave their best on a sunny, splendid Saturday afternoon at Goldhill Club.

Our Humorous Speech Champion had us in laughter throughout his “We are the Rakyatlah” speech. Starting with patriotic fervour, he told us he had tears in his eyes as he watched the firework display during our August 31 celebration.

He explained to us the hilarious acronyms for UMNO, MIC, MCA and ISA. With perfect comic timing, he had us laughing out aloud when he explained the origin of the t-shirts used for the Hindraf and Bersih rallies.

He ended his speech with, “we cannot be strong with anger, prosper with hatred or compete with resentment.” What we need is unity, understanding and unconditional love.

Our second placed winner had us agreeing with her that she did not require any weight loss product. With her refreshing air of confidence and flair for humour, she was an instant hit with the audience. She recommended that we don’t complain, don’t frown and don’t be stressed out, just laugh when faced with unpleasant situations.

Our third placed winner takes the LRT to work as it is good for the environment and good for the government. He noticed that there are many stupendously unhappy people on the train. Having being diagnosed with cancer in 1996 and having successfully overcome this, his message to us was not to take life too seriously and don’t worry too much. Happiness is up to us, in our journey of life.

Division W Humorous Speech Contest Results
First place – Lee Xi Wen, TTDI
Second place – Amanda Wong, KPMG KL
Third place – Darcy Steinhardt, Speakers Dream

Division W Humorous Speech Champion Lee Xi Wen

KPMG KL members Gary, Amanda (1st runner-up), President Aaron, VPE Michelle & Chee Yong

Division W Evaluation Contest

Test speaker Melvin Cheah was absolutely hilarious in his “How to say it” speech. In his younger days, he did not have much success in matters of the heart. His friend advised him to join Toastmasters. When Melvin asked why, his friend bluntly told him, “you have eyes, strength and brains, but none of them are functioning.”

After joining Toastmasters, his finally found the lady whom he wished to spend the rest of his life with. They were married within 3 months of meeting each other. He then shared with us his TOCE method of winning the heart of his fair maiden. It consisted of Thinking, Organising your thoughts, Converting your thoughts into speech and Evaluation.

His evaluators were immensely entertained by his speech and recommended that he take part in future Humorous Speech contests! His speech had clear organization, with humorous personal stories which the audience could relate to.

Our Evaluation Champion thanked him for his entertaining and informative speech and was convinced that Melvin will be a champion speaker one day.

Division W Evaluation Contest Results
First place – Devi Menon, Sai Masters
Second place – See Tho Whye Kit, TTDI
Third place – Darcy Steinhardt, Speakers Dream

(L-R) Area W3 Governor Kimmy, Son Lee, Contest Chair Lay Theng, Amanda, Xi Wen,

Dr. Devi, Whye Kit, Division W Governor Marian & Area W5 Governor John

Darcy Steinhardt with his no. 1 fans - baby Kalen & his wife Chrissy

Photos contributed by TARC Toastmasters Club

Division W TLI 23 July 2011

After their club meeting, KPMG KL Club Officers attended TLI

Friendship Club Officers & members

Exact Club Officers Yusaimir & Boby

As the Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI) training Session 1 came to a close on the slightly rainy evening of the 23rd of July 2011, I heaved a sigh of relief. As I stood in the almost empty car park of the Function Hall at Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR College) and waved goodbye to the last attendees, I had a tinge of sadness amidst my relief that it was all over, for now.

Division W had the privilege of a sponsored venue - Function Hall provided by TAR College, and a ready and willing logistics team - TARC Toastmasters Club members headed by the ever energetic President, Eric Low.

As the Organising Chair (OC), I had the opportunity of working as liaison between the Division W Council helmed by Division Governor Marian Lee and the working team at TARC TMC. I am grateful for the enthusiasm and willingness to help from all areas.

The Organinising team - Area W3 Governor Kimmy Foo, TARC President Eric Low, Division Advisor Vincent Hor,
Division Governor Marian Lee, Area W1 Governor Lee Sook Ping & Area W5 Governor John Cheah

Overall, many participants had positive comments on the appropriateness of the sessions conducted by the plenary speakers, and the usefulness of the content presented at the breakout sessions. Coupled with a well ventilated venue with good, simple refreshments, I believe the TLI1 met its main objectives to train the Club Officers of Division W and other divisions in District 51 as well as assist the attending clubs to achieve a portion of their Distinguished Club Program (DCP) goals.

Assistant Division Governor of Education Tan Lay Theng conducting the VPE breakout session

Club Presidents Kelly (Mantissa), Angeline (Friendship), CK Chong (One World), Alex (Ireka) & Aaron (KPMG KL)

at the President breakout session

Acknowledgements

I want to acknowledge District 51 LGET, Ramdas Nayar, DTM, LGM Faang Pyng, DTM and TLI Deputy Chair Johnson Yike, DTM for being the motivational plenary speakers during the TLI. They spoke animatedly, to the point, and have addressed many questions that were on many Club Officers' minds, especially the newer officers.

TLI Deputy Chair Johnson and LGET Ramdas

Special thanks goes to Lay Choo, the advisor for TARC TMC, Eric Low, President of TARC TMC, all the members of TARC TMC for the preparation of the venue, refreshments, directions, parking, as well as supplying role players for the event itself.

TARC club members received their Chartered Member certificates during TLI

The club was chartered in April 2011

Much gratefulness to Division W Council for conducting the various Club Officers' Training (COT) sessions on that day.

Thanks to the help extended by members of Division W Council and TARC Toastmasters Club, being the Organising Chair for this particular TLI 1 was fun!

John Cheah
Organising Chair of TLI1, Division W 2011-2012
Area W5 Governor 2011-2012

Photos contributed by TARC Toastmasters Club

August 2011 Club Meetings

Hasil on Fri 12 Aug 2011

One has grown accustomed to expect inspiring speeches from VPE Piras. Today was not an exception as his Presidential speech motivated us to be prepared to change anytime, all the time. By being willing to change whenever the opportunity arises, we will soar like an eagle.

After that, graceful (word of the day) and gracious TME Joriah took over the meeting proceedings.

It was Datin Josephine’s second visit and she did not hesitate to take part in Table Topics, along with Mustafa, Piras, Sotimin and Loke. For his brave volunteers, Table Topics Master Khif had prepared questions about MRT, riots and food hygiene.

Loke, Joriah, Mustafa, Sotimin, Piras and Khif

Humour Master Piras has us in laughter with his jokes about Winston Churchill, the notoriously late trains in India and a police patrol car.

After that, we were listening intently to Project speaker Sotimin’s tale of a house with a garden. His evaluator Mustafa praised him for using a story-telling method and choosing vivid, descriptive words that helped us to visualize the house and the beautiful garden.

Friendship on Mon 22 Aug 2011

For our “Serve with Passion” meeting, VPE Chee Hoe performed the Induction ceremony for our new members Sean Lee and Sylvia Tan. Our General Evaluator Jon Tan from TTDI Toastmasters Club, found it to be well conducted and praised VPE Chee Hoe for a job well done.

VPE Chee Hoe conducting the New Member Induction ceremony for Sean and Sylvia

Table Topics Master Sylvia provided us with a hilarious Table Topics Session with her “continue the story” approach about a passionate boy named Daniel who wanted to learn violin at the age of 15. She had five capable speakers namely Freddie, Ben, Susan, Ian and Kwok Hung who spun magic (and much laughter) with their story-telling skills involving an orphanage, and iPad, Wang Lee Hom and Malaysian Idol !

Sylvia conducting the Table Topics Session

KPMG KL on Sat 27 Aug 2011

We had two children as guests for this meeting and Table Topics Master Suresh tried his best to cajole our two young guests to try out Table Topics. In a hilarious twist, their father Mr. Siew, a partner at KPMG, gamely gave us his opinion on how to make Malaysia a better place, after his young son volunteered him for Table Topics !

We had another round of laughter when our young guest reminded Amanda, “There are children here” during her presentation of her award-winning “Don’t hang up, laugh!” speech.

With two Ice Breaker speeches from Steven and Chin Wei, we learnt about “Mr. Pricy” and student life in New Zealand.

Min On receiving his Best Speech Evaluator award from Area Governor Kimmy

It was a morning well spent at KPMG when Min On, an excellent evaluator, gave his closing speech on how to apply what we learnt at Toastmasters meeting to break the ice with clients, demonstrate our competencies and convince our clients that we are the right person to get the job done.

Area W3 HSC 18.08.2011

The day of the Area Contest finally arrived! After days of intense preparation by the contestants, it was finally time to find out who was the best among the best of Area W3.

At G Tower, the meeting venue of our hosting club Exact ADC Toastmasters Club, we partook of a sumptuous buffet spread after the role players and contestants briefing were carried out by Chief Judge Tan Lay Theng and Contest Chairs Lee Han-Sen and Kelly Teng.

Exact ADC members

KPMG KL members

Friendship members

Then it was time for the contest to begin. In the Humorous Speech Contest, it was a series of 6 humorous speeches by 6 contestants. We witnessed three brilliant performances from our three winners.

Living in a “Simply Complicated” world, our third place winner had hilarious tales of women’s love for warehouse sales and men’s love for tiny and expensive gadgets. To uncomplicate our “Simply Complicated” lives, she recommended more patience, more “yes dear” and more of smiling at each other, so that everyone can “live happily ever after”.

Our second place winner shared “My Three Lessons” in his tale of dateless nights during his younger days. He embarked on gym visits and taking protein supplements in a bid to impress the ladies but ended up impressing guys instead. Finally, he discovered the power of the tongue. He also cleverly incorporated elements of other contestants’ speeches into his speech before ending with, “My fellow Marsians, if you have the power of the tongue, Venus is yours to conquer!”

In “Don’t hang up, laugh”, our Humorous Speech Champion weave hilarious tales of weight loss program, bankruptcy and Indian accent in her ploy to confuse and confound telemarketers. Generating the most laughter, our Champion is definitely a serious contender at our Division W Humorous Speech Contest on 24 September 2011!

Area W3 Humorous Speech Contest
First place – Amanda Wong, KPMG KL
Second place – Teo Soo Loon, Exact ADC
Third place – Brenda Loo, Exact ADC

Amanda Wong receiving her trophy from

Division W Governor Marian Lee

For the Evaluation Contest, test speaker Hadzrin Shah gave an outstanding, hilarious presentation in his “What is in a Name?” speech. He started by quoting Bill Cosby’s advice to have your child’s name ending with a vowel and immediately demonstrated the sound effect of this. In one of his amusing stories, he explained how he was known as “Puan Azlin”. Although he was not amused to have both his gender and named changed, the audience enjoyed this story!

It was not an easy task to evaluate this accomplished speaker. Our Evaluation contestants nevertheless gave their best to provide specific, motivating and encouraging evaluations for Hadzrin.

Area W3 Evaluation Contest
First place – Brenda Loo, Exact ADC
Second place – Teo Soo Loon, Exact ADC
Third place – Michelle Yip, KPMG KL

Brenda Loo receiving her trophy from

Division W Governor Marian Lee

Congratulations to our winners for Area W3 Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests. They will proceed to participate at Division W Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests on 24 September 2011. We wish our Area W3 contestants all the best!

Winners Michelle, Amanda, Soo Loon and Brenda

July 2011 Club Meetings Part II

KPMG KL on Sat 23 July 2011

DTM Dennis Wee had to remind us that the Word of the Day is not handsome! This was after he was described as such by TME Janice and several other members and guests. Indeed he was incredible (the word of the day), as he presented "How to Craft a Winning Speech" based on his experience preparing for his contest speeches.

DTM Dennis

Then we had two project speeches from the Competent Communication manual. Ling Sim “got to the point” by telling us that “Two is Better than One”, while Amanda showed us how to get rid of tele-marketers. Ling Sim’s speech was the hot topic of conversation after the meeting ended !

Heading the evaluation session, the (incredible) General Evaluator DTM Dennis, evaluated the evaluators for Ling Sim and Amanda, and provided words of encouragement for all roleplayers.

GE Dennis receiving token of appreciation from President Aaron

After a short lunch break, KPMG club officers went over to TAR College to attend Division W TLI Training session.

As for Dennis, after the meeting, he received a text message thanking him for his presentation. A KPMG fan had taken the trouble to find out his contact number and sent him a note of appreciation.

Exact ADC on Tue 26 July 2011
By Caroline Yap

In her President’s opening speech, Caroline asked members to look back at what they have achieved as Toastmasters. She invited members to join forces with her, to encourage one another, as members embark on their Toastmasters journey together to achieve what they have aimed for.

President Caroline presenting Brenda with her Best Table Topics Speaker certificate

For the assignment speeches, we had two interesting line-ups from the ACB manual “Communicating on Television”. The first show was on “Hoarding” and the host, Chee Yoong was quite a natural presenter, as he interviewed the guest, played by Brenda. Brenda was equally believable as a Harvard professor who had researched and written a book on hoarding. The second show on “Happiness” was hosted by Brenda. This time round, Chee Yoong played the guest, a doctor from a reputable psychiatric hospital in Malaysia.

Exact's talk show hosts

Both speakers were natural and comfortable in front of the camera. In Loon’s and Yuen Kai’s evaluation of the assignments, they had nothing but praises for the speakers’ excellent preparation !

July 2011 Club Meetings

Friendship on Tue 5 July 2011

Daphne in her “Fair Lady from Ipoh” Ice Breaker speech was charming, earnest and sincere. Explaining that despite her small size, due to her generosity in giving her food away to her siblings, she is nevertheless more than capable of defending her siblings when the need arise. This fair lady from Ipoh also showed us her humorous side when she made us laugh out loud with her tales about “lembu”.

Daphne receiving her Ice Breaker Ribbon

For this meeting, our usual Table Topics Session was replaced by Games Session which involves acting skills and impromptu speaking skills. Thanks to our group of talented participants, we had a good laugh as Tony & James, Grace & Nee Wern, Ian Tai & Ian Lai, Sylvia & Sean paired up to act and speak on topics selected by VPE Chee Hoe. Ian Tai enjoyed this session and recommended to have more of this at our future meetings.

Exact ADC on Tue 12 July 2011
By Caroline Yap

Despite the hazy skies, our first meeting for the new term kicked off with a fiery start. TME Andrew got everyone sharing comments about the haze (theme of the day) and it clearly showed that this yearly phenomenon affects most of us a great deal, especially our well-being. Everyone shared some light moments as we heard each others’ complains about the weather.

TV Presenter Chee Yoong

Chee Yoong delivered his first project speech “Straight Talk” from the advance manual “Communicating on Television”. He was assisted by his floor manager cum cameraman, Brenda. As Chee Yoong’s report was recorded live, the video was then played back for the audience’s view. He narrated a fair and unbiased report on the key events of the past weekend, where thousands of Malaysians marched the streets of the city to deliver a message, meant not only for the authorities but also for the general public.

Friendship on Tue 19 July 2011

For our second meeting for 2011/2012 with the meeting theme “Evaluate to Motivate”, it was most appropriate that our General Evaluator was DTM Sue Ding, visiting from Shaklee Dynamic Toastmasters Club. She is a much sought after General Evaluator and fortunately for us, VPE Chee Hoe managed to book her schedule for 19 July.

President Angeline with guest Wilson, PP Lay Theng, GE Sue Ding & VPM Alexandra

For the first prepared speech of the evening, we had the opportunity to learn more about our new Korean member named Sean Lee. Not only was he a natural speaker, he was also able to joke with us that it was not necessary for him to break the ice as Malaysia’s weather is too hot and the ice has melted. His evaluator, the ever dynamic and charming Past President Kim Chow, was delighted when she found out that he is Korean as she is a fan of Korean TV dramas.

Best Project Speaker Sean

Area W3 Club Contests 2011

KPMG KL on Wed 20 July 2011

Four diverse topics were covered by our four humorous contestants. Michelle recalled attending the 9 July rally in her pristine white skirt. Suresh related a “Cultural Collision” story that a gentlemanly act of peeling a banana for a Russian lady may not be as innocent as it seems. Joo Lee recommended to all ladies that we should think like a man but to act like a lady. Amanda had us laughing with her tips and techniques on how to avoid and annoy telemarketers.

Humorous Speech Contest
First place – Amanda Wong

Second place – Toh Joo Lee

Contestants Amanda, Joo Lee, Michelle and Suresh

KPMG KL on Wed 27 July 2011

The Evaluation Contest started off with test speaker Amanda sharing with us tips on how to avoid telemarketers. Apart from playing pranks on annoying telemarketers, she recommended confusing them by using a foreign accent. When they ask how are you today, she recommended telling them the truth!

Contestants Kok Wai, Suresh, Gary, Aaron, Michelle,
Shin Ying, Grace with Contest Chair Shirley

While waiting for Chief Judge Kimmy and her ballot-counters to tabulate the results, we were treated to a hilarious contestant interview session conducted by Contest Chair Shirley. Proving that Toastmasters are not only trained to speak off the cuff, our contestants proved that they are able to speak humourously as well.

Evaluation Contest
First place – Suresh Ragavan
Second place – Michelle Yip
Third place – Aaron Francis Lee


Friendship on Tue 2 Aug 2011

The four contest speeches were on various topics about speaking up, facing fears in your life, getting rid of an unwanted housemate and continuous change. James was able to impress a damsel in distress when he spoke up. Angeline faced her fears of heights and leadership roles while Sylvia successfully got rid of her housemate and gained a fiancé at the same time. Sivadas told us about the continuous change in Malaysia.

Humorous Speech Contest
First place – Angeline Lee
Second place – James Arokiasamy

With five Friendship contestants Tony, Chee Hoe, Ben, Freddie and Angeline evaluating Zoe Lo, she certainly had lots of free evaluation! Her evaluators particularly liked her inspiring take-home message to appreciate what we have instead of focusing on what has gone wrong. She reminded us that we have many things to be grateful about, even if we have a bad haircut.

Evaluation Contest
First place – Freddie Yap
Second place – Angeline Lee
Third place – Tony Lim

Contestants Angeline, Ben, Freddie, Chee Hoe, Tony and Sivadas

 

Exact ADC on Tue 9 Aug 2011

With tales of scamming thru SMS contests, trying to impress girls with his physique and creative use for a car spoiler, it was an evening of fun and laughter at Exact ADC. Not only that, it was a feast fit for a king as we enjoyed a delicious buffet dinner spread.

Humorous Speech Contest
First place – Teo Soo Loon
Second place – Brenda Loo

Proving that he has brains as well as brawn, Soo Loon delivered a concise, structured and motivating evaluation. Despite his disappointment after being scammed in an SMS contest, Andrew gave a thorough evaluation for test speaker Zoe Lo. With her detailed knowledge of men’s obsession with gadgets and car spoilers, Brenda cautioned Zoe that using props in a speech can be tricky as it can work against you.

Evaluation Contest
First place – Teo Soo Loon
Second place – Brenda Loo

Brenda and Soo Loon

 

 

Congratulations to all winners from Area W3 clubs ! Each club will be sending two representatives to our Area W3 Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests on Thursday 18 August 2011 7.30 PM at G Tower, Jalan Tun Razak. Do join us for an entertaining evening of speeches, evaluation and sumptuous buffet dinner !

Club Installations July 2011

Friendship on Tue 5 July 2011

For our inaugural meeting for 2011/2012, with the meeting theme of “Strive for Success”, our team of Club Officers was officially installed by our dynamic and charming Past President Kim Chow.

Friendship’s Club Officers for 2011/2012 are
President – Angeline Lee
Vice President Education – Chor Chee Hoe
Vice President Membership – Alexandra Lau
Vice President Public Relations – Susan Lim
Secretary – Daphne Au
Treasurer – Ian Tai
Sergeant At Arms – Andy Supramaniam

 

From left: Alexandra, Chee Hoe, Angeline, Ian, Daphne & Susan

Past President Kim conducted the Installation ceremony with dignity, poise and class. Our new team of Club Officers pledged to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities and will work towards “striving for success” for Friendship !

 

Members & guests at Friendship’s installation meeting

Exact ADC on Thur 14 July 2011
By Andrew Ng

Thank you to our Area W3 Governor, Kimmy Foo, for being our Installation Officer.

 

From left: Kimmy, Caroline, Andrew, Boby & Yusaimir

Exact ADC’s Club Officers for 2011/2012 are
President – Caroline Yap
Vice President Education – Andrew Ng
Vice President Membership – Guok Lee Lee
Secretary – Boby Auliaputra
Treasurer – Mohd. Yusaimir Yusof
Sergeant At Arms – Mohd. Yusaimir Yusof

Our special guest for this evening was Dorothy Foo, our company’s HR Manager. After the installation, it was time for a group photo with the fun and energetic members of Exact ADC !

 

From left: Edward, Loon, Caroline, Dorothy, Suzie, Andrew, Boby, Yusaimir, Ai Shiang and Ling Chee

KPMG KL on Wed 27 July 2011

The installation ceremony was held right after KPMG’s Evaluation Contest. Thank you to Area W3 Governor Kimmy Foo. She was our Chief Judge as well as our Installation Officer. The installation ceremony was short and simple, a dignified end to our Evaluation Contest.

 

President Aaron being installed by Area W3 Governor Kimmy

KPMG’s Club Officers for 2011/2012 are
President – Aaron Francis Lee
Vice President Education – Michelle Yip
Vice President Membership – Patrick Tan
Vice President Public Relations – Toh Joo Lee
Secretary – Nur Diyana
Treasurer – Shirley Cheok
Sergeant At Arms – Jowy Chong

 

From left: Michelle, Joo Lee, Diyana, Aaron, Shirley & Jowy

Thank you members and guests for attending our Contest cum Installation night !

June Club Meetings Part II

Exact ADC on Tue 14 June 2011
By Andrew Ng

The meeting started off with the Toastmaster Of the Day, Chee Yoong explaining what the term “Manglish” meant. Typical examples are the usage of “lah”, “nah”, “kaw” and “cabut” in our daily conversation here in Malaysia. It is a combination of many Bahasa Malaysia and English words. Everyone was in a jovial mood when asked to use an example of Manglish, in the round of introduction.

TME Chee Yoong

For the assignment speeches, Past President Soo Loon and Leong Kwok Hung, visiting from Friendship Toastmasters Club, respectively presented their 9th speech projects from the CC manual. Loon’s speech was entitled ‘To Speak or Not to Speak’ and he spoke on “Glossophobia” or speech anxiety. Presentation skill is an important skill that any employee should have and he gave the following tips on how to deliver a speech or presentation - Topics, Intention, Message and Story.

Kwok Hung’s speech, entitled ‘Maestro’ was very unique. He showed us a video clip of Mozart, a famous music composer to stress his points.

Brenda’s speech was entitled “3G” from the Humorous Speech manual and without fail, she made us laugh throughout the speech.

 

Kacey and Edward enjoying Brenda’s speech

During the evaluation session, GE Andrew Ng made sure each evaluator’s role was explained to the audience. The table topics evaluation was done by Kimmy Foo, our incoming Area W3 Governor. Her evaluation was awesome and powerful !


Friendship on Tue 21 June 2011
By Susan Lim

The "Looking Back, Looking Ahead" meeting theme was definitely fitting as it was the last meeting with Zaiton as our President, and the rest of the outgoing Exco team.

We had two special guests from Exact ADC Toastmasters Club, Boby Auliaputra playing the Timer role and Andrew Ng as the General Evaluator.

We had two humorous and vibrant project speakers who talked about "Meditating Dog" - I mean "Meditation" and "Dog". Andy talked about the Benefits of Meditation for his speech project #3 Get to the Point. He started by performing a meditation pose on a chair. Not only did he manage to balance himself well, he also grabbed our attention.

Ian Tai shared with us a few tricks on how to train the dog in his speech project #5: Your Body Speaks. Not only did his body speak to us, he also engaged Andy to be his disobedient dog which he trained to be obedient. We roared with laughter!


Exact ADC on Tue 28 June 2011
By Caroline Yap

Table Topic master, Kasey Chan, had topics prepared based on idioms. Andrew spoke on "A burnt child dreads fire." He cited an incident when he was a child and how he was nearly electrocuted. He did well and deserved to be named Best Table Topic Speaker for the day.

 

President Andrew receiving his Best Table Topics Speaker certificate from VPE Chee Yoong

For the assignment speech session, Chee Yoong completed his CC manual finale with “Be”, inspiring the audience to take a moment to relax and to take a walk with him. He brought us to the green mountains as he sang “Edelweiss” and to encourage us to “Climb every mountain” until you see the rainbow. The “rainbow” signifies the dreams that you have put aside. Now is the time to forgive yourself for not following the dream. Define what you want to achieve and you must have faith in what lies ahead. Last but not least, do not try to be everyone. He ended his speech by reminding the audience “Today you will find your dream, tomorrow you fulfill your destiny to be!”