How to prepare for your Toastmasters Ice Breaker

I explain how to get ready for your Toastmasters Ice Breaker by talking about how to overcome fear, what to talk about, how to prep and practice and what to focus on

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  • @butterpecanrican_
    @butterpecanrican_5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video. I haven't even signed up to Toastmasters yet, my first meeting is tonight and I'm already nervous about this speech lol. That's how bad the fear is for me. This is why I'm forcing myself to go to Toastmasters because it holds me back so much. I HAVE to get over this.

  • @cbwavy

    @cbwavy

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's a year later now, have you kept up with toastmasters? If so, any positive results. I'm planning to volunteer to do an ice breaker and I'm terrified

  • @seldom7288

    @seldom7288

    Жыл бұрын

    @@cbwavy what happened to both of you?

  • @jsanders9975

    @jsanders9975

    Жыл бұрын

    What happened?

  • @butterpecanrican_

    @butterpecanrican_

    Жыл бұрын

    An update for me, I'm not currently in Toastmasters because I ended up buying a house out of state and moving. Currently I'm a full-time student and work full-time so I can't add something else to my plate unfortunately. With all that said, I did do my Icebreaker and I was nervous as hell but I got through it. The general vibe in Toastmasters meetings is very warm, welcoming, and encouraging. You genuinely get the sense that they're there to help you so even if you're standing on stage stuttering like I did (which makes me even more nervous and stutter even more) I looked around the room and just saw friendly nonjudgmental faces rooting me on. My body typically goes into fight or flight mode, and in that moment I had to tell myself that I am not in any danger, look at these friendly faces, calm the fuck down. I managed to get through my speech. I HIGHLY recommend joining Toastmasters. It's the perfect environment to really put your fear to the test and gain some knowledge on how to give a speech. With that knowledge comes experience that you gain in the meetings and then you get confident in your abilities. Confidence trumps nerves. As soon as I'm done with school I fully intend on getting back to it because the little experience I got made lasting changes. I can't imagine if I was still going regularly how much better I would be! Good luck guys! You totally got this!

  • @hopedodson8058
    @hopedodson80585 ай бұрын

    I’ve watched a bunch of ice breaker videos and this has been the most helpful. Thank you!

  • @AmaanPereraHaRsHa
    @AmaanPereraHaRsHa7 жыл бұрын

    Thank You Very Much for this Valuable Video Clip. I am going to do my "ice breaker" speech today.

  • @zendayalove9221
    @zendayalove92215 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the helpful video and your voice is calming!!

  • @franixbw3593
    @franixbw35935 жыл бұрын

    I only learnt about Toastmasters today through a Church mate. Because I told him i am nervous about tomorrow's event at Church where we will be welcomed as new members.I am planning to join,but first I want to attend as a guest

  • @BobSalijeni
    @BobSalijeni6 жыл бұрын

    Awesome presentation and it's straight to the point. All areas for an icebreaker were clearly explained in this presentation. Being a Toastmaster who has presented his icebreaker, I do know how great one feels if he/she had prepared and practiced his/her speech beforehand. Thumbs up to you!

  • @Kya71887
    @Kya718875 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!! I laughed when you said "just get the that first speech" because that's what I've been telling myself when I get so nervous I feel like quitting. "Just get through that first speech. They're really supportive. They'll understand."

  • @butterpecanrican_

    @butterpecanrican_

    5 жыл бұрын

    How'd you do?

  • @elizdonovan5650
    @elizdonovan56504 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Very helpful. Ice breaker in 2 weeks. Stay safe. ☘️🌝🌲

  • @LetticeTravels
    @LetticeTravels6 жыл бұрын

    Nice! Thanks. I'm doing my ice breaker in two days!

  • @kennedym8570
    @kennedym85704 жыл бұрын

    I’m giving my first Ice Breaker Speech tomorrow! Thanks for the information

  • @satishacharya5544
    @satishacharya55445 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely Wonderful! Great guidance and inspirational words pitched in a near perfect tone. Good direction for starters!

  • @VaniJindal
    @VaniJindal7 жыл бұрын

    You guided me really well. It is my ice breaker speech tomorrow, and I have just 12 hours to write and deliver one. I hope it goes well. I'm freaking out though!

  • @barbaraalexander7699

    @barbaraalexander7699

    6 жыл бұрын

    Vani Jindal - How did it go?

  • @aditbabel

    @aditbabel

    5 жыл бұрын

    She didn't tell

  • @crissycobain8361
    @crissycobain83615 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this! It helped a ton!

  • @dragonflysadler
    @dragonflysadler4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. I have my Icebreaker speech tonight and I’m nervous.

  • @vikasagarwal8269

    @vikasagarwal8269

    4 жыл бұрын

    yes , that nervousness is the starting point for everyone, than you shine and realize Where has it gone :-) .

  • @jsanders9975

    @jsanders9975

    Жыл бұрын

    How did it go

  • @AS-eq2jj
    @AS-eq2jj Жыл бұрын

    Thank much. You have put all the points very well articulated.

  • @zenkydeecee59
    @zenkydeecee595 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much TM for this wonderful ideas I'm Gathering some information before i try to take my turn to do my ICEBREAKER its so nervous in front of the audience. Thanks a lot hope i can do it too.

  • @davidbikash
    @davidbikash6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. I’m about to enter Toastmaster soon.

  • @supriyac5452
    @supriyac54522 жыл бұрын

    Relieved me of my nerves! Thanks!

  • @CharlesCHYuan
    @CharlesCHYuan7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the very helpful video clip.

  • @dreamlifecounselling
    @dreamlifecounselling4 жыл бұрын

    Every journy start with the first step - wow.... It motivates me to do it.... I will soon join it

  • @emwhite6796
    @emwhite67962 жыл бұрын

    Hi Chris thank you so very much for this kind and positive intro to the Icebreaker speech. I am giving mine next week and found your video very encouraging. Many thanks :)

  • @mayankbudhia2466
    @mayankbudhia24665 жыл бұрын

    Was going to attempt my ice breaker today...just happened to see ur video while I was mining guts!!! And it really helped....ur great man..!!regards...tm mayank budhia,Ranchi,india

  • @lizettesingh2021
    @lizettesingh20213 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the guide and encouragement.

  • @monalouise6996
    @monalouise69967 жыл бұрын

    Very informative and helpful #New2ToastMasters Thank you!

  • @IlanaOspina
    @IlanaOspina7 жыл бұрын

    very clear and helpful thank you !

  • @boushrael8177
    @boushrael81776 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this Helpful video 😊

  • @northasparagus9124
    @northasparagus91243 жыл бұрын

    Great advice! Thank you!

  • @cattycorner8
    @cattycorner82 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for posting!

  • @patienceodey3855
    @patienceodey38552 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for making it easier...thank u

  • @judithzulu9337
    @judithzulu9337 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @user-uy8qj3ej9f
    @user-uy8qj3ej9f3 жыл бұрын

    thank you for the guidance it saved me so much!

  • @rafsmile7
    @rafsmile73 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I am going to deliver my Icebreaker speech tomorrow, indeed I am bit nervous too.

  • @ridhwanabdulsathar6536
    @ridhwanabdulsathar65362 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a million sir! For this wonderful session😍😍❣️👍

  • @sujeewasampath.j8478
    @sujeewasampath.j8478 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for your valuable video. We learnt a lot 💪

  • @asinisanara5062
    @asinisanara50626 жыл бұрын

    Yeah supprt me a lot.thankuu im going to do my ice breaker.im going to nail it🙌

  • @soniamariamthomas264
    @soniamariamthomas2644 жыл бұрын

    Thank u Mr.Christopher. I dnt knw to which level it wud help me but it has pulled me back from skipping Ill do my best And post back tmrw wat It had cum out actually.

  • @dijaymatic8005
    @dijaymatic80055 жыл бұрын

    delivering my ice breaker tomorrow. Its nerve wracking

  • @elizabethkimani7297

    @elizabethkimani7297

    5 жыл бұрын

    I have mine last week and I feel like I'm not ready

  • @rixgermino3956
    @rixgermino39565 жыл бұрын

    Very helpfu!

  • @zonehealthenchant3191
    @zonehealthenchant31916 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!!!!

  • @itsjayjay4466
    @itsjayjay44666 жыл бұрын

    I want to join said club ;-; My body hungers for talking in front of an audience, GODS TAKE ME TO MY HAPPY PLACE!!! I need it in my life!! I write tons of different speeches of many different topics. I love it. Though if I were to pick one of the many I’ve written I’d go with my speech “Failure is not your enemy” It’s pretty interactive as I detail why failing at some things isn’t really, “bad”. I narrate the COUNTLESS times I failed at something and how I always felt overwhelmed (even if it was at something insignificant.) It’s shows how I fear getting frustrated. I repulse being frustrated. It blocks my thoughts and renders me incapable of accomplishing a task as I fall prey to my anger. But oh well, since I’m not even 1,000 miles close to a place like this, I guess I’ll have to keep my speeches to myself. I guess it’s the fate of someone like me. Stranded in this archipelago, this shell of an island. Though I must say Puerto Rico is a really good place if you’re into nature. Crud, out of context! Again...

  • @nhtalbot

    @nhtalbot

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi It’s Jay Jay, why not start a Toastmasters club where you live? I’m sure you can do it and I’m sure you can find enough interested people

  • @phfentertainment8438
    @phfentertainment84383 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sir !

  • @felixkoshy6441
    @felixkoshy64416 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much my speech is tommorow

  • @chrish6001
    @chrish60013 жыл бұрын

    Do you have an updated Pathways Ice Breaker video?

  • @miss1136
    @miss11362 жыл бұрын

    I can do this

  • @DAClub-uf3br
    @DAClub-uf3br Жыл бұрын

    I still don't know how to write a speech.