Geneva Lunch - Article on my winning the 2008 Toastmasters District 59 (Continental Europe) Humorous Speech Contest.
Swiss Info – Article on my winning the 2008 Toastmasters District 59 (Continental Europe) Humorous Speech Contest.
Toastmaster Magazine – Article on humorous speech contests.
World Champion Evaluator – My tips for successful speech evaluations.
World Radio Switzerland Interview (Audio) – My interview on WRS following my victory in the 2008 Toastmasters District 59 (Continental Europe) Humorous Speech Contest.
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19/05/2009 at 10:45 pm
vince stevenson
Hello John, I like your web site. You have some excellent articles, images and videos. Really professional. Regards, Vince
19/05/2009 at 11:38 pm
John Zimmer
Vince, I appreciate your comments and support for this blog. Cheers! John
20/05/2009 at 3:31 am
Franca
John, in your question, which aspect of a speech makes the biggest impact on the audience – verbal, visual or content – I’d have to go with all three.
Normally, as you mentioned, speakers know their material so well, that they often rush through it, leaving the audience behind, not giving us an opportunity to visualize the scene. As for content? Well, if they aren’t good at painting the picture and giving details, they have lost me. Visual on the other hand, if not supported by the other two, will be a short lived impact. However when accompanied by great content, and riveting vocal variety, that keeps me locked in.
Thanks. Franca
26/05/2009 at 10:24 pm
passionatenomad
John, your site is fabulous – so complete with lots of great information; yet it doesn’t appear crowded. I will study it and thanks for your help tonight. Plus, CONGRATLATIONS ON SECOND PRIZE AT DUSSELDORF!!!
Bravo,
Rhea/Passionate Nomad
06/11/2009 at 1:55 am
Daniel Martel
Hello John,
I am particularly proud of knowing you and learning from you at Toastmasters and elsewhere. You and your success story represent my vision of the Arc Lémanique and Switzerland.
Indeed, many immigrants have shaped our history.
Yours,
Daniel