Meeting #20 – Tech Talk http://www.toastmasters-club.org/techtalk
Patch Me If You Can (WOTD: Vulnpocalypse)
Thursday, October 8, 2026 @ 19:00
Mission: We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.
Meeting Sergeant at Arms
President
Toastmaster
Timer
Ah-Counter
Grammarian
Grammarian
General Evaluator
Photographer
Is time to make new friends! Stand up and talk each other.
DL-L1: Ice Breaker
Ho Ka Ku
PM-L3: Persuasive Speaking
Silvia Ihensekhien PM2
EH-L1: Introduction to Vocal Variety and Body Language
Eric Xie
PM-L2: Understanding Your Communication Style
Derek Lau PM1
Topicsmaster
Evaluator
Evaluator
Evaluator
Evaluator
Table Topics Evaluator
Ah-Counter
Grammarian
Timer
Toastmaster
General Evaluator
President
President
President
Ho Ka Ku – Dynamic leadership > Level 1: Ice Breaker
The purpose of this project is to introduce yourself to the club and learn the basic structure of a public speech.
Write and deliver a speech about any topic to introduce yourself to the club. Your speech may be humorous, informational, or any other style that appeals to you.
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Silvia Ihensekhien PM2 – Presentation Mastery > Level 3: Persuasive Speaking
Choose any topic that lends itself to speaking persuasively and prepare a speech. Present your 5- to 7-minute speech at a club meeting. If your vice president education approves a non-club event or group, your evaluator must be present for your speech.
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Eric Xie – Engaging Humor > Level 1: Introduction to Vocal Variety and Body Language
Prepare a 5- to 7-minute speech on a topic to delivery—specifically working on elements like pace, pitch, volume, and tone (vocal variety), alongside purposeful movement, eye contact, and hand gestures (body language)
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Derek Lau PM1 – Presentation Mastery > Level 2: Understanding Your Communication Style
Complete the Discover Your Communication Style questionnaire to help you identify your style. Deliver a 5- to 7-minute speech at a club meeting about your communication style and its impact on your professional and/or personal relationships. If you are uncomfortable discussing your communication style, you may speak about the communication styles you have encountered and how they impact you. Your speech should not be a report of the content of this project.
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Time Rule
| Type | Short Speech | Long Speech |
|---|---|---|
| Green | 1 min left | 2 min left |
| Yellow | 0.5 min left | 1 min left |
| Red | Time is up | Time is up |
| Grace time | 30 sec | 30 sec |
Reminder
- Please turn off your mobile phone or turn it into silent mode!
- Do not talk about topics of Politics, Religion or Sex!
- Do not walk around when speakers present their speeches!
- Remember to bring your manuals and get project credits!
Officers Team
Jul 2026 - Jul 2027
| Officer | Name |
|---|---|
| President | Silvia Ihensekhien PM2 |
| VP Education | Derek Lau PM1 |
| VP Membership | Emil Chan PM2 |
| VP Public Relations | Michelle Tsoi PM1 |
| Secretary | Ami Wong PM1 |
| Treasurer | Wilson YAU 邱启鸿 DTM |
| Sergeant at Arms | Eric Xie |
If you want to become a member, contact our VP of Membership or President