Monday, 25 November 2019

Social Media Tools

Submitted by Edith B.


While the weather was cold and icy and the attendees were few, Lingo’s latest meeting was hot!  Eileen S., aptly opened the meeting adjusting the time through colourful TI timer app. 


We learned lots about social media from our participants. Toastmaster Edith B. set the stage by noting even though some say “Facebook is for old people,” she really enjoys the “connections” (knock/knock) she has around the world, especially through the Official Toastmasters International Facebook group. One item she learned was advanced clubs give “MEAN”* evaluations and last night was no exception.  


Estella M., along with Melanie K. as radio host, professionally demonstrated a radio talk interview discussing the use of various video channels as a social media marketing tool. 


Rhys D., resident guru for the D99TM Fan Facebook group, presented an excellent presentation on “Marketing Toastmasters Through Social Media.”  He discussed several social media platforms and only mentioned “the cat” a few times.


Cherry C., efficiently pulled double duty as both Table Topics Master and General Evaluator. Guest Midi (Riverbend TM Club President),  not only won the best Tabletopics speaker, telling us about monitoring social media of her teenage daughter, she also gave a “MEAN” evaluation of Estella’s speech, noting the value of vocal variety especially in a radio talk setting where you are not seen.


”MEAN” - Meaningful, Educational, Applicable and No-nonsense.”


Melanie K., provided us with a sneak preview of Lingo’s next meeting on November 19th, promising us a “Scent-sational” good time. I hear “scentsational” prizes will be awarded. Think of your favourite or not so favourite scents and be prepared to share.  You don’t want to miss out!


We also learned that if a meeting does not have food, you may want to stay home and send emails instead.  It’s a good thing Lingo always has food, so please visit us on the  first or third Tuesday of the month at 7 pm at Revera at Riverbend  (103 Rabbithill Court). 

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