Members prepare speeches in advance and present them during the meeting. Usually, two to four speakers take the floor, sharing their ideas, stories or experiences while working on different communication skills as part of their Toastmasters Pathways project.
Table Topics is Toastmasters' impromptu speaking session. Participants are given a question or topic and invited to speak about it for one to two minutes, with a 30 seconds preparation time. It's a fun way to practise thinking on your feet, organize your thoughts and express yourself in the moment. Guests can join in too, if they feel comfortable.
Every prepared speech, impromptu speech, and other role receives feedback from another member. Evaluators highlight what worked well and offer suggestions to help the speaker improve. We also reflect on the meeting as a whole and how it went.
Click on the different roles below to discover what their main responsibilities are.
Organizes and leads the meeting, introduces speakers and role holders, and ensures the meeting flows smoothly.
Leads the impromptu speaking session by preparing questions and inviting members to speak spontaneously for a short time.
Provide constructive feedback on prepared speeches and Table Topics, highlighting strengths and suggesting areas for improvement.
Tracks speaking times and signals when speakers reach their time limits, helping everyone practise concise communication.
Evaluates the overall meeting, including the performance of role holders, and offers suggestions to make future meetings even better.
Listens for effective language use, highlights interesting expressions, and offers suggestions for improving grammar and vocabulary.
Tracks filler words and sounds, such as “um,” “uh,” and unnecessary repetitions, helping members become more aware of their speaking habits.
This member shares the Word of the Day, explains its meaning, and encourages members to use it during the meeting.
Proposes a toast to a person, cause, idea, or occasion n usually related to meeting's theme, and invites everyone to raise their glass.
Provides leadership and direction for the club, coordinates the officers’ team, and helps create a positive and welcoming experience for all members.
Plans and coordinates meeting agendas, supports members in achieving their learning goals, and helps ensure everyone has opportunities to practise and develop their skills.
Welcomes prospective members, supports newcomers throughout their first meetings, and helps build an engaged and active club community.
Helps shape the club’s communication strategy, writes social media captions, and manages the publication of content to promote meetings, events, and club activities.
Develops the club’s communication strategy, creates flyers and social media visuals, and manages the Toulouse Speakers website.
Maintains the club’s records and official documents, takes meeting minutes, and helps keep important information organised and accessible to the officers.
Prepares the meeting space and ensures everything is ready before each session, helping create a smooth, organised, and welcoming environment for members and guests.