John Kinde answers the question: Why Enter a Toastmasters Speech Contest? and no, the answer is not for the silverware!
Reason #4 hits home especially for me: Better Feedback.
| I would like to add to what John wrote. It is essential that you record your speech and review it to make use of audience feedback. It is very difficult to deliver a contest speech and also pay attention to the audience feedback in the moment. |
| Don’t forget to request a written evaluation from an audience member. Every speech can be a manual speech. At higher level contests, seek out more experienced evaluators. |
| In addition to your home club giving you more intense and focused feedback, I recommend visiting other clubs to get new perspectives. Contestants who wish to win at higher levels need variety in their feedback. |
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