PR Tips from the Public Relations Committee
Birgit Starmanns, PR Committee Head
Public relations is all about spreading the word. Whether
in a casual conversation in which you mention your
membership in Toastmasters, to the “elevator pitch” at
work, to contributing to publications, to formal publicity
in the press – anytime we let others in on the benefits of
Toastmasters, we are doing our part, as the best grassroots
PR team there is! So don’t wait for permission –
take the initiative and create the buzz!
Ellyson Barnes, DTM
Public relations provides a service to the Toastmasters
community by helping to give the public and the media
a better understanding of how the organization works. Public
relations is the key to the success of Toastmasters. So
whether you are at your Toastmasters club, at work or
just going about your day, we are all ambassadors to Toastmasters International!
Bill Copeland, ACB
Through your Toastmasters publicity, give hope and invite
friendship. Appeal to the resolve most people have to
improve their interaction with friends and colleagues. Invite
them to join a friendly supportive club where they can
explore and develop their range of speaking skills.
Alan Feinberg, ACB/ALB
One of the most overlooked ways to generate publicity for
your club is to give a speech at a non-toastmasters function.
Local organizations such as Rotary are always on
the lookout for guest speakers. Choose a topic that will
be of interest to a general audience, perhaps from the
"Leadership Excellence" series. And don't forget to invite
a fellow club member to do a written evaluation so
that you can get credit for your speech.
Kristyn Fredericks, CC/ALB
Be enthusiastic and have fun. People want to be a part of
the excitement and be around people they like.
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