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 In October 1924, a group of men assembled by Dr. Ralph C. Smedley met in the basement of the YMCA in Santa Ana, California, U.S.A., forming a club to afford practice and training in the art of public speaking and in presiding over meetings, and to promote sociability and good fellowship among its members. The group took the name Toastmasters. We are a local chapter of Toastmasters International.
 Today, Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, training seminars and speech contests. Toastmasters International includes more than 199,000 men and women in more than 9,300 clubs in more than 70 countries.
 Experienced professionals and beginning speakers alike can benefit from our practical, face-to-face learning program. Whether you're speaking to the board of directors, your customers, your co-workers or your kids, Toastmasters can help you do it better. You'll learn and practice in a friendly, comfortable environment with people who are there for the same reason you areto become better communicators.
 At Toastmasters, members learn by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. A typical Toastmasters club is made up of 20 to 30 people who meet once a week for about an hour. Each meeting gives everyone an opportunity to practice conducting meetings, giving impromptu speeches, presenting prepared speeches, and offering constructive evaluation.
The Career Builders Toastmasters Club meets at St. Paul's Community Center at 328 Maple Street, San Diego, CA 92103.
 The club meets Mondays at 6:00 P.M.
CAREER BUILDERS TESTIMONIALS
This past year, my fellow Toastmasters and our weekly meetings helped me deliver two wedding toasts, ten speeches at club meetings, and empowered me to participate in a Toastmasters meeting in India! Liam Dunfey, ACB
Before Toastmasters I would have declined a reporter's request for comment (on any story). Too scary. Now? I would agree to comment, and I would answer the question, stay focused, and wrap up my statements in 30-60 seconds. Perfect for sound bites (and job interviews). My cousin was recently elected Mayor of my hometown. I'll probably never be asked to comment politically, but I'm ready. That's the joy that I've found in Toastmasters - I stay ready to speak. Linda Parker, DTM
If I hadnt joined Career Builders, I would not have the great job and new career I have now as an Instructional Designer. Toastmasters not only helps build your speaking and leadership abilities, but it is also great way to network your way to a better job. You never know who you might connect with at a Toastmasters event! Mike Andrews, CC
It is hard to pinpoint a specific benefit of my 2009 Toastmasters experience, but after 12 years I still keep coming. It must be the attraction of an energized and enlightening meeting each Monday! Bill Turnquist, ATMG
I joined Toastmasters because I have a lot to say! My experience in Toastmasters has helped me learn to express myself in a more thoughtful, succinct and effective way. It has improved my communication skills and confidence at work, at home and in my ordinary daily interactions. But it has turned out to be a much richer experience than just improving my own speaking skills. I look forward each week to sharing experiences, perspectives and many wonderful stories with my fellow Toastmasters. It has given me the opportunity to learn about a great variety of subjects and ideas that I would never encounter on my own. I truly value my association with people who are also interested in enriching their lives by listening and learning from a diverse group of people in an inclusive and respectful environment. Dee Kline
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