Learn the art of public speaking in a relaxed and friendly environment with POWERtalk International. NZ Region is part of POWERtalk International, a non-profit organization founded in 1938 and now operating in 21 countries. The purpose of POWERtalk International is to provide speaking opportunities for self-improvement through coaching in effective speaking. Clubs are open to everybody - Members include doctors, lawyers, teachers, students, IT consultants, architects, politicians, builders, electricians, taxi drivers, taxidermists and even professional speakers.  Whatever your 'station' in life, good communication skills are essential – so what about doing something good for yourself - join a POWERtalk International club. New members are always welcome. >> 1+1 Good News Want to Wow an audience? Let us help! POWERtalk International is a worldwide network of membership-based clubs where you can gain the skills and confidence you need to make successful speeches and give winning business presentations. A POWERtalk International meeting is being held in Kerikeri in the Far North, for the purpose of forming a new club. You are welcome to come along. The new club’s second meeting will be held on Monday 30 August 2010 7:00pm. Contact: Leonie (Ph: 4059644, Mobile: 027 4804876, E-mail: tbedg@xtra.co.nz) Venue: Proctor Library, Cobham Road, Kerikeri. Want more information? Please click this Poster link.

>> Some Useful Links Ten Tips - PowerPoint Presentation Link POWERtalking Magazine - Issue 17 Link POWERtalk International Brochure Link See 'Member News' page for 2010 speech & writing contest results See 'Council Info' page for council meeting date NZ Region Roster Dues Form 2010~11 >> Slogan Together we grow, together we succeed! - from #84 FtB >> Quotes If you intend to take goal setting seriously, you must up the ante by writing down your goals and revising them continuously. - from Gary Ryan Blair Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. - from Theodore Roosevelt >> A photo from '2010 Conference' page ...