CTM Manual…

To achieve the Competent Toastmasters (CTM) award you must complete all ten speeches within the Communication and Leadership Program manual (also known as the “CTM manual”). Every new member will receive this manual from the Club at his/her induction upon completing the Membership Application form and paying the joining and membership fees. This manual helps members develop the basic skills needed to prepare and present an effective speech. Speeches are best given in project sequence because each builds on skills learnt in previous speeches. Members should try to meet the objectives of the speech project within the time limits for that speech. Members receive oral and written evaluations for each project and are awarded their CTM award on completion of the tenth speech. There is no time limit for completing the manual. Speeches are scheduled by the Vice President Education at the frequency requested by the member, within the time constraints of scheduled meetings.

Presentation of a CTM speech

No.	Manual Title	Speech Titles	Speech Length
1	The Ice Breaker	To begin speaking before an audience. To help you understand what require particular emphasis in your speaking development. To introduce yourself to your fellow club members.	4-6 minutes
2	Organise Your Speech	To organise your thoughts into a logical sequence that leads the audience to a clearly defined goal. To build a speech outline that includes an opening, body and conclusion.	5-7 minutes
3	Get to the Point	To organise your speech with both a general and specific purpose. To project earnestness, sincerity and conviction on a subject you thoroughly understand. To confront and control any nervousness you may have.	5-7 minutes
4	How to Say It	To gain an understanding of the functions and uses of the spoken word. To select precisely the right words required to communicate your ideas clearly, vividly and appropriately. To avoid common mistakes on word use.	5-7 minutes
5	Your Body Speaks	To learn the value of gestures and body movements as part of a speech; to explore the different ways of using body language; to develop a sense of timing and natural, smooth body movement.	5-7 minutes
6	Vocal Variety	To explore the use of voice volume, pitch, rate and quality as assets to your speaking; to apply the principles of a well-developed voice to a particular speech.	5-7 minutes
7	Research Your Topic	To bring together and apply the communication skills you have learned in the preceding projects; to organize your speech in a logical manner, following one of the suggested outlines; to research the facts needed to support your speech; to carefully support your points and opinions with specific facts, examples and illustrations gathered through research.	5-7 minutes
8	Get Comfortable with Visual Aids	To select visual aids that are appropriate for your message and the audience; use visual aids correctly with ease and confidence.	5-7 minutes
9	Persuade With Power	To present a talk that persuades the audience to accept your proposal or viewpoint. To achieve this persuasive effect by appealing to the audience's self-interest, building a logical foundation for agreement, and arousing emotional commitment to your cause.	5-7 minutes
10	Inspire Your Audience	To understand the mood and feelings of your audience on a particular occasion. To put those feelings into words and inspire the audience, using all the techniques you have learned so far.	8-10 minutes

Following your delivery of these ten speeches, the VPE will help you apply to Toastmasters International for recognition as a Competent Toastmaster (CTM). Congratulations!