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Public Speaking
You can talk about the importance of communication. Why does it matter for a leader to be an effective communicator? What do you want to communicate? How do you do it? What is its impact?
You can talk about the importance of communication. Why does it matter for a leader to be an effective communicator? What do you want to communicate? How do you do it? What is its impact?
Toastmasters International
Toastmasters International
Dynamic Leadership
Dynamic Leadership
In May 2023 at an outdoor dinner table in Marietta, I decided to become a better speaker. I knew I wanted to become a capable leader and someone who could be relied upon to accurately communicate an organization’s ideals, choices, and projects. It had become apparent to me that of the number of skilled artists I knew, few felt comfortable speaking to strangers, and this gap in confidence prevented them from growing their careers in the ways they dreamed. Desiring to build a better future for myself, it was at this time that I began my journey as a Toastmaster at Powder Springs Toasters.
Toastmasters International is a club with a global network that offers independent, structured learning and critique focused on improving communication and leadership skills. In short, a professional speech club.
I choose their Dynamic Leadership Pathway: a concentration geared towards nurturing leadership in the Toastmaster. Since my first speech to today, I have
become a potent public speaker. I have learned how to fill a speech with value for my audience, how to keep them engaged, and how to stay calm even when a speech does not go as planned.
Toastmasters has nurtured my growth as a leader considerably. I use public speaking skills when creating and giving presentations at work and when communicating ideas to my superiors. I use these skills to speak empathetically and confidently to my direct reports, and to focus on the most important details when working across teams.
Contest Winner
Contest Winner
This winter I faced discomfort and competed in the Toastmasters annual speech competition. To my surprise, I earned 1st place the club level competition, then again at the Area level. Next, at the District level I earned 2nd place. New-found pride was my reward.
Competing increased my confidence in embarking on uncomfortable projects. I made good on my values by striving to give the best speech possible. I learned new lessons by observing the powerful techniques of other Toastmaster competitors. Rest assured, I will return to get that first place trophy next year.
VP of Public Relations
VP of Public Relations
In spring of 2025 I wanted to demonstrate gratitude to my club in a meaningful way and became an elected officer as the VP of Public Relations of the Powder Springs Toasters. As VPPR, I collaborate with my fellow club officials to plan publicity calendars designed to spread communication of the Toastmasters brand to our club members and the public via social media and local news. This role is an important and decisive move to contribute to the livelihood of my club and to continue building my leadership skills.
In spring of 2025 I wanted to demonstrate gratitude to my club in a meaningful way and became an elected officer as the VP of Public Relations of the Powder Springs Toasters. As VPPR, I collaborate with my fellow club officials to plan publicity calendars designed to spread communication of the Toastmasters brand to our club members and the public via social media and local news. This role is an important and decisive move to contribute to the livelihood of my club and to continue building my leadership skills.
Guest Speaking
Guest Speaking
Columbia University
Columbia University
On a summer semester night, I was honored to deliver a guest lecture to students of Columbia University. The diverse group of international and local students were under the tutelage of Professor David Bolt of the Social Work Department. That night I shared my experience as an animation worker in the context of the modern work environment. I succeeded in not only educating the eager students but also invigorating them, and I was humbled to receive many thanks and kind words.
On a summer semester night, I was honored to deliver a guest lecture to students of Columbia University. The diverse group of international and local students were under the tutelage of Professor David Bolt of the Social Work Department. That night I shared my experience as an animation worker in the context of the modern work environment. I succeeded in not only educating the eager students but also invigorating them, and I was humbled to receive many thanks and kind words.
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