Getting Started With Your Development

Toastmasters training gives you a safe space to practice persuasive speaking regularly—so you’re never caught off-guard in high-stakes conversations.

Your First Speech

All members start their journey with an Ice Breaker speech. This is 4-6 minute talk that is an introduction to the speaker. It can be about their personal or professional life and experiences or about anything they feel comfortable talking about. 

Go to the Sample Ice Breaker Speech Project

Pathways Training

The Pathways learning experience is an interactive and flexible education program like no other. It was created to help you strengthen your communication and leadership skills as you grow toward personal and professional success—all while having fun with others in the process!

Peer Feedback

You can grow and nurture your public speaking and communication skills through honest and supportive peer evaluation.  This immediate, actionable guidance comes from fellow learners who understand the journey, creating a unique blend of empathy and accountability. Unlike traditional training, Toastmasters' peer feedback system develops both the receiver's speaking abilities and the evaluator's critical listening and coaching skills. 

Mentorship

With support from experienced mentors in your club, you can achieve more than you ever thought possible, both personally and professionally.  This one-on-one relationship accelerates growth through tailored feedback, encouragement, and accountability. Mentors share hard-earned wisdom while developing their coaching abilities, creating a powerful learning partnership that transforms speaking potential into confident, polished communication skills.

Contact Us

email: gregm@2maxx.net

our Location

Community Connections,
Annex Conference Room A
501 Pine Tree Road
Longview, Texas

when we meet

Every Thursday - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
In person and on Zoom