30th May: The Zeitgeist of Knowledge, Communication, Time and Leadership
'A nation which
can prefer disgrace to danger is prepared for a master, and deserves
one.' – Alexander Hamilton
The
Swakopmund Toastmasters club has never been one to shy away from a challenge. On
30th May, with 18 visitors in attendance, it was nearly a standing room only event, however,
thanks to quick-thinking and logistical skills employed the abundance of
visitors were all accommodated.
Mr Joel Iyambo served as the evening’s Toastmaster with both dignity and grace, keeping
with the natural flow and rhythm that adds such value to a Toastmasters meeting.
We were
blessed with a visit from President Michael Chikwililwa from
Seagulls Toastmasters in Windhoek who served as General Evaluator for the
evening. Mr Chikwililwa lauded the club’s organizational skill and excellent
evaluations attesting to the excellency for which the club strives.
Speeches
proceeded with Mr Gavin Chisambo first espousing that when you don’t know
what you don’t know then what you don’t know could hurt you.
The second
speech by Mr Penny du Toit was on the importance of communication in
business. Mr du Toit reached his 10th speech earning him the
Competent Communicator rank.
Thirdly
was Mr Brandt van der Westhuizen who wasted no time in telling everyone
not to waste time. This was also Mr van der Westhuizen's final step towards the rank of Competent Comunicator.
The
final speech for the evening was done by Miss Pam Miller who educated
the audience on effective leadership by working efficiently in teams.
As a
final slice of indulgence for enjoyment the Table Topics Master, Mr Brandt
van der Westhuizen, had members and guests explain how they would rule the
world while employed as either receptionists, mechanics or even kindergarden
teachers.
The
meeting concluded with a word from President Edna Botha who reiterated
the fact that Swakopmund Toastmasters never give in and never give up.
The Next
Meeting will be on 06 June.