Beyond the Mic + Quick-Start Toolkit (+ Join Info)
As you get comfortable, try meeting roles like Evaluator, Grammarian, or Toastmaster of the Day—each sharpens different muscles (listening, clarity, facilitation). Interested in leadership? Clubs offer officer roles (President, VP Education, etc.), and there are district-level roles (e.g., PR Manager) that build management, delegation, and strategic skills employers love.
Real-World Wins You Can Expect
- Clearer, tighter communication in meetings and interviews
- More confidence in networking and social situations
- A nudge to turn your interests (yoga, coding, travel, hobbies) into compelling talks
- A mentor to support you between meetings
Quick-Start Toolkit (Use Today)
- 60-Second Nerves Reset: Box breathing (inhale 4, hold 4, exhale 4, hold 4 ×3). Unclench jaw, drop shoulders, smile.
- Icebreaker Outline (3–5 min): Past → Present → Future goal.
- Sticky Structure (any talk): Hook → 2–3 points with examples → Mic-Drop next step.
- One-Upgrade Rule: One clear strength + one specific upgrade.
7-Day Confidence Sprint
Day 1: Draft Icebreaker. Day 2: Record 1 minute, note one upgrade. Day 3: Full run (no slides). Day 4: Add hook + one story. Day 5: Table Topics ×3 with PREP. Day 6: Mock run for a friend; apply One-Upgrade. Day 7: Attend a meeting; volunteer for Timer and Table Topics.
Join (Zero Pressure) — Spirited Speakers, Middleboro, MA (Hybrid)
When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:00–8:30 PM ET
How: Email “spirited” to Jason@fitprojcoaching.com or text “spirited” to (321)-830-5698 for link and location.
Come as you are. Stay for the growth.
