Resources

Perhaps you are asked to give a toast, speak at a memorial service or make a sales pitch to a potential client or corporate board. Speeches like these are important to your life and career, and you must perform them well.

Port City Toastmasters has been helping people in Wilmington NC to develop public speaking and leadership skills since 2001, and we can help you too!. Here are some time tested tips to help you improve your public speaking skills. When you are ready for more, come visit us at an upcoming meeting!

Job Interviews

Interview with confidence through focused listening, articulate responses and effective body language. Following these tips will empower you to impress others.


Five Basic Public Speaking Tips

Master a topic and present it well. Following these tips will ensure your next speech goes smoothly and your audience gets more out of the experience.


How to Give a Toast

Life is full of special occasions; someday you may be called upon to say a few special words. If you’re not well-prepared, your best intentions can fall flat. Learn what to do — and what not to do — to make the most of the moment.


Knowing Your Audience

Whether you’re speaking to a small group of corporate stockholders or an international society of zookeepers, following these guidelines will help you deliver an authentic speech that meets and exceeds audience expectations.


Finding Speech Topics

What should a speech be about? Should you stick to what you know, or explore a new subject? Do you have to be an expert on a topic to give a great speech about it? Get answers to these questions and more.