The best swimmers are always in the pool
Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - posted by hellomynameisscott at 6:24 AM
I used to be a Toastmaster.It was the greatest. Top ten best things I ever did for my speaking career. And although I only had the chance to attended meetings for about six months, I still recommend the organization to everyone.
Even non-speakers. Especially non-speakers.
Why? It’s the perfect tool for networking, enhancing self-confidence and becoming a better communicator. Plus, it’s really fun.
During one meeting in late 2004, I spoke with a man named Les. He was a veteran of the organization, but told me that he still came every single week.
When I asked why he said: “Because the best swimmers are always in the pool.”
I never forgot that. The best swimmers are always in the pool.
That’s you: the swimmer.
LET ME ASK YA THIS...
What's your pool and how often are you swimming?
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Scott Ginsberg
Author/Speaker/That Guy with the Nametag
www.hellomynameisscott.com
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Scott, great post. I've been in Toastmasters for a little over 2 years and it is one of the best things I've done for myself (along with taking an improv class). I'm finding that I am curious about becoming a public speaker when I grow up--I'm not sure if I'm good enough. But I will certainly work at getting better. I've really come a long way with my speaking skills in the past couple of years.
Tim
You always come up with the best comments. "The best swimmers are always in the pool." Simple, yet incredibly profound. Just have to ponder that awhile.
You're the best. (But frankly, I'd prefer if you were 40 or 50 - I wouldn't feel so intimidated.)
I love Toastmasters!