Sara Mayer, host of Speak Arizona, guides listeners through the process of creating a personal development plan. She discusses her own journey from feeling stuck to achieving significant personal and professional growth through structured planning. Listeners will learn the importance of setting inspiring goals, actionable steps, and the necessity of reflecting on past achievements to shape future growth. Mayer shares practical advice on maintaining accountability, the significance of flexibility, and the importance of regular check-ins. The episode emphasizes the transformative power of a well-crafted development plan.

00:00 Welcome to Speak Arizona

00:08 The Power of a Personal Development Plan

00:43 Sara's Personal Story of Transformation

02:42 Why You Need a Development Plan

04:12 Reflecting on Your Past Year

08:02 Setting Bold and Inspiring Goals

11:52 Creating an Actionable Plan

12:43 Staying on Track and Celebrating Wins

13:38 Practical Tips for Your Development Plan

14:23 Conclusion and Challenge

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In this episode of Speak Arizona, Peter Salazar shares valuable tips for improving your public speaking skills at year-end holiday events. From making genuine connections to seizing opportunities to communicate effectively, listeners will learn how to navigate these social gatherings with confidence and purpose.

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In this episode of Speak Arizona, host Serban Mare discusses overcoming the fear of speaking in front of large audiences. Drawing from personal experiences and his journey with Toastmasters, Serban emphasizes the importance of practice, acceptance of initial failures, and the belief in one's ability to improve. He outlines a four-step process to conquer this fear: acknowledging the reality of being initially bad, willingness to embarrass oneself, believing in the possibility of improvement, and continuously practicing speaking. Serban encourages listeners to seize the next opportunity to practice and apply these steps to enhance their communication skills.

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00:00 Introduction to Speak Arizona

00:37 Overcoming the Fear of Speaking

03:51 Personal Experience with Public Speaking

10:01 The Four-Step Process to Conquer Speaking Anxiety

22:20 Conclusion and Encouragement

In this episode of Speak Arizona, hosted by Sara Mayer, listeners are guided through the process of setting communication goals for the upcoming year. The podcast, powered by District 3 Toastmasters, aims to enhance professionals' speaking skills. The discussion covers self-reflection on personal communication styles, identifying areas for improvement, managing tough conversations, delivering feedback, and inspiring others. Practical tips are provided for setting achievable goals and exploring learning opportunities through resources like Toastmasters, workshops, and online classes. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their communication strengths and weaknesses and choose specific areas to focus on and practice for growth.

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00:00 Introduction to Speak Arizona

00:45 Setting Communication Goals

01:14 Reflecting on Personal Communication Style

02:18 Overcoming Communication Challenges

03:21 Professional Communication in the Workplace

06:49 Identifying Areas for Growth

08:39 Opportunities for Learning and Practice

10:22 Weekly Communication Challenge

11:20 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this debut episode of Speak Arizona, hosts Sara Mayer, Peter Salazar, and Serban Mare introduce themselves and share their personal journeys into public speaking. The podcast lays out its mission to help professionals improve their communication skills through expert insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories. Each host discusses their background and speaking superpowers, as well as the challenges they've overcome. They also highlight what listeners can expect in future episodes, including interviews with professional speakers, confidence-building strategies, and the psychology of communication. The next episode will focus on setting communication goals for the new year.

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00:00 Welcome to Speak Arizona

00:35 Meet the Hosts

02:09 Podcast Mission and Expectations

04:12 Target Audience

05:14 Fun Questions for the Hosts

07:31 Overcoming Speaking Challenges

10:31 Favorite Speaking Moments

15:25 Excitement for Future Episodes

18:25 How We Started Our Speaking Journey

22:56 What to Expect in Upcoming Episodes

25:04 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

Welcome to Speak Arizona, the ultimate podcast for professionals looking to elevate their speaking skills in the workplace, meetings, and beyond. Whether you’re aiming to captivate an audience, lead a successful meeting, or enhance your professional presence, this podcast is your go-to resource for actionable tips, expert insights, and inspiring stories. Join us as we delve into the art of effective communication. Speak Arizona is powered by District 3 Toastmasters. Subscribe now and take the first step towards becoming the speaker you’ve always wanted to be!

Welcome to Speak Arizona, the ultimate podcast for professionals looking to elevate their speaking skills in the workplace, meetings, and beyond. Whether you’re aiming to captivate an audience, lead a successful meeting, or enhance your professional presence, this podcast is your go-to resource for actionable tips, expert insights, and inspiring stories. Join us as we delve into the art of effective communication. Speak Arizona is powered by District 3 Toastmasters. Subscribe now and take the first step towards becoming the speaker you’ve always wanted to be!

In this debut episode of Speak Arizona, hosts Sara Mayer, Peter Salazar, and Serban Mare introduce themselves and share their personal journeys into public speaking. The podcast lays out its mission to help professionals improve their communication skills through expert insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories. Each host discusses their background and speaking superpowers, as well as the challenges they've overcome. They also highlight what listeners can expect in future episodes, including interviews with professional speakers, confidence-building strategies, and the psychology of communication. The next episode will focus on setting communication goals for the new year.

00:00 Welcome to Speak Arizona

00:35 Meet the Hosts

02:09 Podcast Mission and Expectations

04:12 Target Audience

05:14 Fun Questions for the Hosts

07:31 Overcoming Speaking Challenges

10:31 Favorite Speaking Moments

15:25 Excitement for Future Episodes

18:25 How We Started Our Speaking Journey

22:56 What to Expect in Upcoming Episodes

25:04 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

Wendy Durfee is the 2022 Spring Conference chair and in this episode, she shares the many exciting reasons to attend this year's Spring Conference May 20-21, 2022. The venue is Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino in Maricopa and information about the conference can be found at https://aztoastmasters.org/district-conference.

Barbara Chandler Schumacher was invited to speak on radio station KRIM in Payson, Arizona. Listen in as radio host Randy Roberson and Barbara talk about Toastmasters opportunities in the Payson area. (Recorded January 3, 2022)