Bulimba Riverside Toastmasters

Imagine turning your biggest fear into your greatest strength 💪

For many people, that fear is public speaking.

At Bulimba Riverside Toastmasters, that’s exactly what we help people do — in a relaxed, supportive environment where everyone is learning, growing, and backing each other along the way.

No pressure. No judgement. Just real progress, one step at a time.

If building confidence, communication skills, or leadership is something you’ve been meaning to work on… this could be your moment.

Come along as a guest and see what it’s all about:
📅 Next meeting: Feb 24th 7:30PM
📍 Brisbane Sailing Squadron: 126 Quay Street, Bulimba

🎤✨ Debate Night Victory! ✨🎤

Bulimba Riverside Toastmasters went head-to-head with Waterloo Bay Toastmasters Club, Wynnum, Brisbane, Qld in an inter-club debate on the big question: “Is Brisbane’s growth a good or a bad thing?”

We took the Negative side (that growth is a good thing!) with Maja, Pete, and Scott putting their persuasive powers to work. Waterloo Bay brought the fire with Vinh, Glenda, and Matt arguing the Affirmative.

After a lively exchange of wit, facts, and the occasional cheeky comeback… 🏆 Bulimba Riverside came out on top!

A huge thank you to Waterloo Bay for hosting such a fun and thought-provoking evening. Nights like these remind us why we love Toastmasters – great people, big ideas, and plenty of laughs.

Start Your New Year Strong: 5 Steps to Build Your Speaking Skills and Leadership Confidence! 🎤✨

Why wait until January to set your goals? Start now and enter the new year ahead of the game! Here’s a simple 5-step plan to enhance your speaking skills and grow as a leader:

1️⃣ Set Your Vision: What do you want to achieve? A powerful presence, inspiring presentations, or confident leadership? Define your "why."
2️⃣ Join a Supportive Community: Growth happens best in a safe, encouraging environment where you can practice and learn.
3️⃣ Practice Regularly: Consistency is key! Small steps, like speaking up at meetings or delivering short speeches, lead to big results.
4️⃣ Friendly Feedback Matters: Our evaluations are supportive and constructive, offering a safe way to learn and grow with confidence.
5️⃣ Celebrate Progress: Every step forward is a win! Acknowledge your milestones and keep moving forward.

✨ Ready to take the next step? Bulimba Riverside Toastmasters is here to support you! Join us at our next meeting and start your journey toward becoming a confident speaker and leader.

📍 Location: Brisbane Sailing Squadron
🗓️ When: 7:30 PM, Tuesday, November 26th

Whether you're new to public speaking or ready to refine your skills, we'd love to welcome you. Let's make your 2024 resolutions a reality—starting today!

🗣️ The Power of the Pause!

Did you know that a well-timed pause can be just as powerful as the words themselves? Pauses allow your audience to absorb your message, emphasize key points, and give you a moment to collect your thoughts. They can also create suspense, build anticipation, and make your delivery more impactful.

Next time you speak, remember: silence is golden! 🎤✨

Want to practice this essential skill and more? Join us at Bulimba Riverside Toastmasters to refine your public speaking techniques and master your pauses.

📅 When: Tuesday October 22nd 7:30PM
📍 Where: Brisbane Sailing Squadron, 127 Quay St Bulimba

Guests are always welcome!
Come along and improve your confidence in a friendly, supportive environment!