Koinonia Speakers, a community-based Toastmasters club, is sponsoring an eight session public speaking workshop series for area residents.   The program provides an effective way to learn how to conquer your fear of public speaking painlessly and enjoyably.

                The skills gained through the Speechcraft program benefit individuals in all aspects of their lives - at home, at work and in the community.  Speechcraft improves performance in the way you conduct and participate in meetings, job interviews, sell ideas (or products), motivate people, solve problems and much more.

                Speechcraft includes formal instruction, coaching and an opportunity for attendees to prepare and practice speaking, listening, evaluation and giving feedback - skills that are critical to success in any situation.

                "Toastmasters changed my life.  They really did.  Put me on the stage.  I don't know what I would have done without that positive boost," said Chris Matthews, host of The Chris Matthews Show, author and journalist.

                The Speechcraft program will be conducted at the Upper Perkiomen Library, 350 Main Street, Red Hill, PA on alternating Wednesday evenings from 7:00pm to 8:30pm beginning Feb 11, 2015 and continuing through May 20, 2015.

                The lead instructor has instructed/coached for more than 20 years; attained the highest level of toastmasters certification - DTM / Distinguished Toastmaster; is a past winner of the Toastmasters International Speech Contest; has been recognized as Toastmasters District 38 Area Governor of the Year; coached eight Toastmasters clubs including Pfizer, Iron Mountain, SEI Investments; and the Founder/President of Koinonia Speakers Toastmasters, which has been recognized as President's Distinguished (2014, 2013); Select Distinguished (2011) by Toastmasters International.

                To facilitate effective learning, attendance is limited to 10 attendees.

                Program fee:   $89 and includes all course materials, instruction, coaching, and following completion of the program, a 6-month trial membership in Toastmasters International and Koinonia Speakers Toastmasters.

                For more information and/or registration contact:  Scott Cass, DTM at 610-310-2676 or Gov26B@comcast.net    

                Koinonia Speakers Toastmasters provides members of the community with an effective way to develop and improve the skills and confidence needed to effectively express oneself in any situation.  Whether you are a business professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retiree, toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities.  You'll be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations and you'll improve your one-on-one dealings with others.