Toastmasters UK North & Ireland

We Remember Our Toastmasters Contributions

R.I.P Ciaran Moore – Castleknock, Dublin We were saddened by the loss of a great Toastmaster and past District Director, Ciaran Moore. He was a great believer in the Servant Leader, especially in relation to service within Toastmasters International. May his soul rest in peace. https://rip.ie/death-notice/condolences/533439?page=2&records=60&sortFields=a.createdAt&sortDirection=DESC R.I.P Helen Collins – Tralee Toastmasters We shall miss … Read more

9 Top Tips for Humorous Speech and Table Topics Contests

Toastmasters is a great platform for improving your public speaking skills, including humorous speeches and impromptu speaking (Table Topics). Here are nine tips to help you succeed in both areas: References: Remember that humor is subjective, so what works for one audience may not work for another. Practice, adapt, and refine your skills to become … Read more

Launch of the Toastmasters Yoodli Partnership

On 8th December 2022, Matt Kinsey, the President of Toastmasters International announced an exciting partnership with the Yoodli system. Here is the announcement: As you know, practice and feedback are at the heart of the Toastmasters learning experience. Building on that foundation, I am excited to share that Toastmasters Yoodli is now live! Alongside your … Read more

What is Toastmasters

Speaker Keynote

For nearly 100 years, Toastmasters International has helped millions of people become more confident communicators, public speakers, and leaders. The Toastmasters network of clubs open_in_new and its learn-by-doing program were created to help you gain the skills needed to achieve your personal and professional goals. Why pay thousands of dollars for a seminar when you can join a … Read more

Elizabeth Jordan
Elizabeth Jordan, DTM, Club Growth Director

Elizabeth Jordan, Club Growth Director

Many clubs experience a loss in membership at September renewals as existing members leave the club for lots of different reasons. This incentive rewards clubs which renew 80% or more of their membership base at 30th June 2021. Having a good base of experienced members is important to offer mentoring to new members and stability to the club. 

It’s a good idea to follow up with members who do not renew to help club officers to understand the reason for not renewing and to extend an invite to rejoin at a future stage. They may be happy to stay on the club’s email list with this in mind.

James Finnegan

James Finnegan, Public Relations Manager

Good PR attracts new guests, invites discussion and improves the reputation of the Club and Toastmasters generally.

Elizabeth Jordan
Elizabeth Jordan, DTM, Club Growth Director

Elizabeth Jordan, Club Growth Director

Many clubs experience a loss in membership at September renewals as existing members leave the club for lots of different reasons. Recruiting in the early months helps to maintain the membership based upon the number of members at 30 June.

Maintaining a healthy membership number (25+) gives the club a much better opportunity to hold quality meetings with enough members to avoid double roles. Quality club meetings attract new members. Healthy club growth is an important part of Club Success.