About this Event
WOULD YOU LIKE TO:
- Improve your public speaking
- Boost your confidence
- Advance your career
- Become part of a supportive community
Then you shouldn't miss our meeting!
Every great speech is, at its heart, a story. And this London Cardinals meeting is dedicated entirely to the oldest, most powerful communication tool we have. Storytelling is the thread running through the whole evening. Speakers bring their best narrative craft to the stage — structure, tension, sensory detail, the moment of truth that makes a story unforgettable. Table Topics challenges everyone in the room to tell a great story on the spot: a real memory, a vivid character, a moment that mattered. Two minutes. No notes. Go. Whether you think of yourself as a natural storyteller or someone who 'doesn't have anything interesting to tell,' come along and find the story you were born to tell.
While Eventbrite limits tickets to 25, we can accommodate more attendees, so feel free to join us in person.
Zoom Meeting Info:
Meeting ID: 815 7071 2809
Learn more about us by visiting our website: londoncardinals.org
Click here for Zoom Registration (Room opens at 6:30pm GMT)
Agenda
🕑: 06:30 PM
Doors Open
Info: Arrive early to mingle with members and guests. Enjoy some light refreshments and get comfortable before the meeting starts.
🕑: 06:45 PM
Meeting Kickoff
Info: The meeting begins with a warm welcome from our President, who will outline the agenda for the evening and introduce the Toastmaster of the Day.
🕑: 07:00 PM
Table Topics Session
Info: This impromptu speaking session provides members and guests with an opportunity to practice thinking and speaking on their feet. The Table Topics Master will present a series of topics, and volunteers will deliver 1-2 minute impromptu speeches.
🕑: 07:40 PM
Break
Info: Take a 10-minute break to stretch, refresh, and chat with fellow attendees. Enjoy some light refreshments before we resume the meeting.
🕑: 07:50 PM
Club Business Announcements
Info: We will start the second half with important club business announcements. This segment covers updates on upcoming events, club achievements, and other relevant news.
🕑: 07:55 PM
Prepared Speech Session
Info: Members deliver their prepared speeches, which are projects from the Toastmasters educational program designed to help them develop various communication and leadership skills. Each speech is typically 5-7 minutes long.
🕑: 08:15 PM
Evaluation Session
Info: Each prepared speech is evaluated by a fellow member who provides constructive feedback, highlighting strengths and offering suggestions for improvement.
🕑: 08:25 PM
General Evaluator's Report
Info: The General Evaluator provides an overall review of the meeting, offering feedback on how it was conducted and recognizing exceptional contributions from members.
🕑: 08:40 PM
Meeting Wrap-Up and Networking at "The Barley Mow" Pub
Info: The meeting wraps up with closing remarks from the President, announcements about upcoming events, and a reminder about the next meeting. Attendees are encouraged to stay and socialize afterward. Join us for further networking at "The Barley Mow Pub. A perfect end to an inspiring evening!
Event venue & nearby stays
The Barley Mow, 104 Horseferry Road, London, United Kingdom
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.