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The Competent Communication manual
(often called the basic manual)
(See chart below for summary of speeches)

This manual helps you to develop the basic skills that you need to prepare and present an effective speech. The manual is organized into ten separate projects, each with its own individual focus or objective. An extremely effective tool in developing your speaking skills, the Competent Communication manual never tells you exactly what to do or what to speak about, but rather it provides a set of guidelines for you to think about as you prepare your speech.

As an essential part of the Toastmasters program, another Toastmaster will evaluate each speech that you give, providing positive feedback and suggestions for improvement, as necessary.

After completing the Competent Communication manual, you earn Competent Communicator (CC) or Competent Toastmaster (CTM) recognition and are able to focus your efforts on the projects in the advanced speech manuals of the Toastmasters program.

The chart below lists the ten projects in the Competent Communication manual. For details about the projects in the manual click on the title.

Speeches
The Ice Breaker
Organize Your Speech
Get to the Point
How to Say It
Your Body Speaks
Vocal Variety
Research Your Topic
Get Comfortable with Visual Aids
Persuade with Power
Inspire Your Audience

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