That is correct. You heard it right. I am a Toastmaster Rookie.
Toastmasters has been described to me as Boy Scouts for Aspiring Speakers. 98% will never make a dime as a speaking but they’re there anyway. This is why I went, and this is why I’m staying.
I believe you cannot get better at anything unless you practice, practice, practice. Well, that’s exactly what I’m doing.
Your potential Toastmaster’s experience will be more fun, less awkward & opportunistic by having some guidelines going in