The election itself was in my opinion not solely because of my shining personality and supreme power as a possible president, but rather because I was the only one who - after some encouragement and negotiations - volunteered.
We'll see how it turns out. Until then, this was my first speech as a president (of course I learned it by heart):
"According to the club leadership handbook, the club mission is the following: „We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.”
As the new president of this club, I will do my best to ensure these values and mission statement in the upcoming year. This club is way more than a place to learn about communication and leadership though. When I arrived at my first Toastmasters meeting, I wasn’t sure what to expect and I wasn’t sure that I would like to be a member, I was just curious. But one meeting as a guest was enough to decide. I felt for the first time that I don’t have to feel ashamed of my ahs and ums. I felt for the first time that I won’t be laughed at (neither openly nor behind my back) for any mistakes that I make or for a not too perfect speech. Here in this club everyone knows that mistakes and stumbling are part of a learning journey. For me, being part of a community where mistakes are not only accepted but encouraged, is a treasure."
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