Public Speaking Course Singapore

Public Speaking Course (PSC) May 2024 Intakes Now available - Saturday class available!

Registration is Now OPEN! - Class Size Limited to Maximum 8 only!

***The longest running Skills Future Credit Approved Course since 2015***

Click Here: https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/training-exchange/course-directory/course-detail.html?courseReferenceNumber=TGS-2021002031

Or input Course ID: TGS-2021002031  on https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/training-exchange/course-directory.html

Are you looking to build confidence to speak in front of an audience?

Does your job require you to make presentations to peers and senior management?

If your answer is yes, then PSC is your answer!

Unlike other Public Speaking/Presentation courses in Singapore, our Public Speaking Course (PSC) will effectively develop your presentation and public speaking abilities and so much more!

You will learn how to write an effective speech, use your voice and gestures to create lasting impressions.  On top of that, we will also help you gain confidence in all aspects of communication, including written and impromptu speeches, body language, active listening and critical evaluation. 

You will be empowered with the skills to take control of any environment in which you have been tasked to speak and wow your audience!!

Learning Objectives

You can expect to:

 Our Unique Program Benefits

 If you join the optional Part Two of this course as a member of Lion City Toastmasters Club, you will 

Program Details:

Venue:         WorkCentral @Singapore Shopping Centre*
        190 Clemenceau Ave #06-01 Singapore 239924
*Subject to availability. Alternate Venue is at N9 Office at #B1-32 The Adelphi

Duration:    Total 10 hours of theory and practical lessons!

Dates:   

Intake 68 

Session 1     06 May 2024 (Mon)  730pm to 10pm

Session 2     09 May 2024 (Thu)   730pm to 10pm

Session 3     13 May 2024 (Mon)  730pm to 10pm

Session 4     16 May 2024 (Thu)   730pm to 10pm


Intake 69 

Session 1     25 May 2024 (Sat)   130pm to 530pm

Session 2     27 May 2024 (Mon) 730pm to 930pm

Session 3     28 May 2024 (Tue)  730pm to 10pm 

Session 4     31 May 2024 (Fri)    730pm to 930pm


Class Size:   Between 3 and 8 participants to ensure maximum attention given to your learning objectives.

Program Fee: SGD497/- net. (Scroll down for How to Register)

Program fee is inclusive of:

Program Outline - A Practical Public Speaking Program

This is a practical, hands-on Public Speaking Program and conducted by The Legacy Protector Pte Ltd in collaboration with  Lion City Toastmasters Club.  

The Public Speaking Course is meant to be standalone and there is NO NEEED to join Lion City Toastmasters Club after the course, but of course we encourage you to do so.

If you decide to join Lion City Toastmasters Club after the course, your initial SGD40 joining fee will be paid by The Legacy Protector Pte Ltd and hence waived for you. This serves as a recruitment drive for the club.

The Program is made up of 2 parts:

Part 1: Ten (10) Hours of Theory & Practical Workshop on Public Speaking: 

Session 1: 

Theory Lesson on the following topics:


Assignment: Prepare a 5-minute speech for presentation at Session 2

Session 2:  

Practical Presentation:

Assignment: Incorporate feedback & evaluation and prepare either a NEW 5 minute speech or REDO your first 5-minute speech to be delivered during Session 3

Session 3:  

Attend our Lion City Toastmasters Chapter Meeting &

Session 4:  

Practical Presentation:

Part 2: OPTIONAL (Additional Fees Payable) - Complete at least Level 3 which comprises of Nine (9) speech projects from your chosen Pathway, within 1 year from your membership start date.

The 11 Pathways are as below:

Notes: 

- You are strongly encouraged to attain at least level 3 by end of one year.  There are about 15 meetings in one year and hence you have to schedule to speak at least 9 times within these 15 meetings.

- You can extend your membership* if you cannot finish the 9 Projects within the stipulated time. You will still receive your "Pathway Proficient" title and Employer's Letter as long as you finish at least level 3 in any of the chosen Pathways.

- Each project speech is usually between 5 and 7 minutes long (except for special projects), followed by a 2 to 3 minutes verbal evaluation. 

- Besides doing your Speech Projects, you are expected to take on various meeting roles, such as Timers, Ah Counters, Table Topics Masters etc, to hone your listening and communication skills.

- You can also take part in the impromptu speech segment (known as Table Topics) at each meeting.

*Membership fees to Lion City TMC is at $390 per year or $210 half-yearly. We will waive the usual one-time registration fee of SGD40/- if you join through this course.

How to Register

Drop us an email at lioncitytoastmasters@yahoo.com.sg and indicate "PSC 2024 - Intake  65 OR 66* Registration" in the subject title and include the following: *Delete as appropriate, Example if you signing up Intake 65 then delete 66

For Skills Future Credits Claim

We will generate an invoice for you to upload into the Skills Future Claims website and it will take about 1 working day for the claim to be approved.

After you sent us the email, we will send you the invoice with a step-by-step guide on how to submit the claim.

Please make sure you have sufficient Skills Future Credits to pay for the course (i.e. $497).

If you do not have enough Skills Future Credits, the balance will be paid in cash. For example, if you only have $300 Skills Future Credits, then the balance $197 has to be paid by cash via PayNOW.

 For enquiries, please  

Email: lioncitytoastmasters@yahoo.com.sg

WhatsApp / Call: DTM CK Ting at 6250-9656 (during office hours)

  ADMINISTRATION

 

Testimonies from Past Participants
(* Denotes Participant who becomes a member of Lion City Toastmasters Club)

"Experienced trainer who gave practical feedback on ways to improve presentation and delivery. Excellent practical on impromptu speaking and prepared speeches"

- John Lim, Accountant [Intake 64] - Mar 2024

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"Very practical and applicable tips to help us on public speaking. Very easy to follow and understand"

- Joel Tan, Financial Adviser [Intake 64] - Mar 2024

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"CK has been very genuine and straight-forward with his comments by telling me to practice with patience and let go of perfectionism. I have learnt many 'secrets' from him and the 'fish-bone' method of crafting a message with call to action. CK shared about how to engage audience, and demonstrated how to have an impactful closing!"

- Chrisashley Tok, Accounts Manager  [Intake 63] - Feb 2024

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"CK inspired me to want to become a better speaker.  The fundamentals that I learnt is helpful not only to my career but also in my communication with family & friends."

- Angel Wong, Order Management  [Intake 63] - Feb 2024

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"I am recommended by my boss who is an ex-student of CK to come attend this Public Speaking Course and CK is able to accurately point out my strengths and weaknesses, and give pointers in helping me to control my nervousness. I enjoyed the course and wished that it can be longer with more practices!"

- Andrew Soh, Supply Chain Manager [Intake 63] - Feb 2024

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"Its a good platform for me to learn and also to share with my fellow course mates. I like the video recording using our phone so that I can refer to it often. From it, and from CK's feedback, I learnt that I need to work on my facial expressions. I just wish that there is more time for me to prepare my 5 minutes presentation"

- Yang Ziwei, Executive.  [Intake 62] - Feb 2024

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"I learnt how to structure my script and expand when needed. I love the "secret tips" shared by CK which are useful and practical. CK also pointed out my strength and weakness, and I now feel more confident standing in front of strangers to give speech.  I also love the Table Topics session - to speak impromptu in front of a live audience of about 20 people - the experience is invaluable. To be able to learn from fellow course mates is very useful too. Overall the course is well organized, time & venue are just nice! Enjoy the class totally!!"

- Linda Leong, HR Manager  [Intake 62] - Feb 2024

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"I learnt about my strengths and weakness through individual feedback by CK. We have 6 course mates from different background and hence I learn from them and pick things up from them as well. I have learnt the importance of scripting, and about my own tonality and pace."

- Jenise, Accounts Executive (Sales)  [Intake 62] - Feb 2024

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"CK is very experienced and give practical tips. I have learnt that a good script is as important as delivery. I realized that I tend to change my posture when I am nervous through the video recordings."

- Kenn , Sales Director  [Intake 62] - Feb 2024

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"Sufficient theory + practical sessions for a short course, offering the foundation to hone the skills-set and develop further. CK is able to validate what I already know are my weakness and he gave constructive feedback on how to improve on it."

- David Lee, Public Servant  [Intake 62] - Feb 2024

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"What comes to my mind is this: 'Structure begets Fluency, Fluency begets Confidence, Confidence begets Delivery'. I wish that there will be 2 more sessions for me to reinforce the learning, and I am sure it will result in exponential growth"

- Lim How, Compliance [Intake 62] - Feb 2024

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"The course offers good opportunity for practical exercises and trainer is truthful & genuine in giving individual feedback for improvement"

- Jian Li, Academic Administrator [Intake 61] - Jan 2024

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"Good mix  of theory and practical lessons. Love the impromptu speaking in front of a live audience (of about 20 people). Puts me out of my comfort zone but still within a safe & supportive environment!"

- Terence Yong, Marketing Manager [Intake 61] - Jan 2024

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"CK offers customized, authentic and constructive feedback. He is sharp in identifying issues and if felt like an one-to-one learning because of the small group environment."

- Laurent Pong, Animal Care Training Developer [Intake 61] - Jan 2024

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"Enjoyed this course very much. CK has provided insightful info for us to learn and apply not only in our public speaking but also in our daily lives! He provides honest feedback for each and everyone of us to improve on. Wish that this course can be a little longer to practice and learn from CK"

- Magdeline, Senior HR Manager [Intake 61] - Jan 2024

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"I have learnt the power of 3 is important in scripting. Vocal variety is important as well. CK is sincere in helping me improve"

- Pragati, IT Engineer [Intake 61] - Jan 2024

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"CK challenged us 'what is the worst that can happen' and its a very good mantra that will help me in confronting my fear of public speaking. I have learnt the fishbone method, that the message at the end of the speech is going to be most impactful, and that visual aids can be a double-edge sword. Most of all, I enjoyed the toastmasters session to speak impromptu in front of a live audience of about 20 people and what didn't break you, makes you! I have (strangely) enjoyed myself!"

- Arni Johan, Teacher  [Intake 60] - Dec 2023

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"I have learnt how to draft an effective script, maintaining a good posture while delivering a speech, and I like the experience of speaking impromptu in front of the live audience at the toastmasters setting. I also get to network with fellow classmates"

- Daphne Ng, Manager  [Intake 60] - Dec 2023

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"CK gave practical tips on how to feel less nervous by breathing, looking at smiley faces in the audience etc. His tips are practical and not from some textbooks. I learnt that I can do better with my vocal variety in terms of pacing, pitching and tonality"

- *Aileen Vitug, Manager  [Intake 60] - Dec 2023

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"The course has shown me that content and delivery are both equally important. Scripting is very important as it helps to us to organize our thoughts and be concise in our message. I like the fishbone method and how CK has revised my script to the extend of helping me come up with the powerpoint slides."

- Dorothy Tan  [Intake 60] - Dec 2023

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"I have learnt that i speak too fast when I am nervous and need to deliberately slow down. The revision of script showed me that I need to learn how to organize my thoughts and present them better. I also like the toastmasters session where we get to speak in front of a live audience"

- Jonathan Lim, Engineer [Intake 60] - Dec 2023

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"My greatest takeaway is that I need to slow down, and focus on the point / message that I want to bring across (as I tend to jump all over the place). I also learnt that I have to put in the effort to prepare and practice, as I am still too nervous, especially when giving impromptu speeches"

- Ray , aircraft trainer [Intake 60] - Dec 2023

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"My takeaways are (1) to speak slower so that I can speak more clearly, (2) rehearses the speech by speaking out aloud, (3) I should really go learn how to utilize humor i my tik-tok videos. (All these personalized recommendations are given by CK"

- Warren Chew, Managing Director [Intake 59] - Nov 2023

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"CK taught me 'what is the worst thing that can happen?' to help me conquer fear of public speaking. I like the toastmasters meeting, which is a very safe environment for practical practice"

- Daniel Teo, IT Operations [Intake 59] - Nov 2023

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"Course is structured very nicely with theory and practical sessions. Trainer is experienced and offered many insights on public speaking!"

- Jake Tiong, Marketing Executive [Intake 59] - Nov 2023

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"I have learnt that the script is 50% and delivery is another 50% when it comes to public speaking. Preparation is very important and the notes are well structured. CK shared his real world experiences and not just some theory which cannot be applied in real world!"

- Durai, Senior Manager - Creative [Intake 58] - Oct 2023

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"This course helped me tremendously even though its only 4 sessions. My confidence grew and I can definitely see a big differences in myself - even my colleagues noticed it! CK taught us the hacks and tips to public speaking. Now I know I must "speak slow, speak loud, and let me personality flow!"

- Rajan, Creative Producer [Intake 58] - Oct 2023

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"This course offers practical class activities and CK was able to five customized feedback and also feedback from classmates as well. Trainer is well prepared and he is obviously the subject matter expert who gives clear explanation on presentation skills. The notes are easy to read and full of knowledge that can make a good reference for my future preparation. I like the toastmasters session too where I get to see different members doing their speeches from different levels - an eye-opening experience! Overall, I am satisfied with the theory lessons taught, the course materials, and the practical feedback"

- Eve, Business Development Manager [Intake 58] - Oct 2023

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Trainer is friendly and knowledgeable and sharp to point out my weaknesses and guess correctly what is my message when I having difficulty expressing it. He is able to give me practical pointers to improve immediately. Course contains useful information for us to remember easily and practice later. I like the small class - suitable for an introvert like me

- Yuwei, Nurse [Intake 57] - Oct 2023

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"Though its only 4 sessions, we get to have practical practices to speak impromptu in front of a live audience (about 20 people) plus doing 2 speeches which are recorded. CK was able to highlight weaknesses in a constructive manner and his advice are specific & customized, for example he demonstrated how to end a speech powerfully by delivering a quotation with drama & impact."

- Sal, Director [Intake 57] - Oct 2023

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"CK is able to make the theory easy to understand and absorb, he is friendly and patient, and able to pin-point exactly everyone's strengths and weaknesses. I have learnt to "get into state" before a speech, to structure my script using the "fish-bone" method, and knowing my strengths and weaknesses and how to improve!"

- Joyce Liu, Nurse [Intake 57] - Oct 2023

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"CK was able to point out what's wrong with my speech and presentation now - I need to raise my volume to sound more assertive! Thank you CK!"

- Vincent Yeung, Singapore Pools [Intake 56] - Aug 2023

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"Very well-organized course with plenty of opportunities to practice what was taught theoretically. I appreciate most the individual feedback which are immediately actionable and result in tremendous improvement"

- Dr. Jaspreet SB, radiologist [Intake 56] - Aug 2023

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"There is good emphasis on the disciplines involved in crafting a speech. Thank you CK for pointing out that a good script is half the battle won in public speaking!"

- Patrick Tan [Intake 56] - Aug 2023

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"This felt like a customized one-to-one coaching, not just a course. CK is able to give me feedback on how to improve and overcome my fear. I like the impromptu speaking opportunity too - what a nerve wrecking experience, but definitely worth it!"

- Wilson Loh , Director of research[Intake 56] - Aug 2023

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"Good balance of theory and practical. Feel almost 50/50. CK is able to give pointers catered to our own levels. Appreciate the candid and raw feedback. I like how he relate his story on overcoming his fear and join toastmasters - feels like he knows our struggles!"

- Malcolm Loo, HR Manager [Intake 55] - Aug 2023

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"This course provides me with an insight of my strengths and weaknesses (in public speaking). We are given the opportunity to challenge ourselves and step out of our comfort zone (by both doing a prepared speech and impromptu speaking). A great learning experience indeed!"

- Chou Meng, Energy Marshal [Intake 55] - Aug 2023

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"CK gave us guided strategies to handle speaking impromptu and I think it works. Also, the secret technique of using acronym to bring out our key points to better organize our script is a simple trick I can apply to my work presentations too."

- Seng Lee, Senior Risk Consultant [Intake 55] - Aug 2023

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"Initially, I came into this course with apprehensions as I was not certain of what to expect. As I went through the sessions, I realized that what I have learnt is tremendously useful and applicable when presenting to a live audience. The practical sessions (speech and table topics)have also honed my public speaking abilities, I am now able to speak more confidently in front of people"

- Jonathan Wong, NSF [Intake 55] - Aug 2023

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"It is a very good mix of both theory and practical learning experience. I received tailor-made feedback on how to improve my public speaking skills and communication styles, and also i love the experience of attending the toastmasters meeting and taking part in the table topics!"

- Emily Zhang, Nutritionist [Intake 54] - July 2023

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"This course helps me to acknowledge m strengths and weaknesses in public speaking. CK has given clear tips and advices on how to deliver an engaging speech which is simple to apply"

- Segna, History Major [Intake 54] - July 2023

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"This course has shown me how to script a powerful message which is essential in public speaking, and also CK told me specifically to work on my pace in vocal variety and also engaging the audience more. He has given me the confidence to carry on improving my public speaking skills

- Nur Arfah, Admin [Intake 54] - July 2023

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"CK is very experienced and knowledgeable and able to give constructive feedback that is straight to the point and in your face! I have learnt so much and (the tips) given are easily applicable in real life situations. I wish to continue further as it inspires me! Thank you CK!"

- Suziana (Suzie) Lani, IT [Intake 54] - July 2023

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"Very informative and relevant, with useful tools & techniques. Made me very aware of (the importance of) good scripting and speaking skills. Ambrose gave very tailored feedback and he is more like a coach rather than a trainer. I have attended other public speaking courses by my company before but nothing beats CK's class. It's a short course, with only 5 hours of theory in the beginning but the gem is in the 2 practical lessons where CK not only helped to revise our script, but also gave us pointers to improve."

- Syed Ahmad, Deputy Director [Intake 53] - July 2023

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"Very helpful in terms of techniques & tips to conduct public speaking, especially the deep breathing method that helps calm me down effectively before delivering a speech. I am always vary of my language skills because I come from Myanmar, but CK showed me that a good public speaker is one who can get the message across to the audience, and I feel so much more confident after this course!"

- Maung Hla Thein, Deputy GM [Intake 53] - July 2023

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"Apt & constructive comments and suggestions for my improvement. Pointed out my blind-spots. Gave me clear directions on areas to improve on, inspire me to work on my script and my delivery. I am touched by the trainer's sincerity in wanting to see me improve."

- Yanting, Pharmacist [Intake 53] - July 2023

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"CK has correctly pointed out my weaknesses and where I should focus on to improve my public speaking skills. I will always remember the mantra he taught us: "what is the worst thing that can happen?" and that helped me a lot in calming myself down and be more confident."

- Soo Bee, Workplace Safety Officer [Intake 53] - July 2023

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"The techniques and tips given are easy to follow and CK taught me how to capture audience attention, and using emphasis to get the message across to audience more effectively & unambiguously . He has given me specific tips to improve my public speaking."

- Lalitendu Tripathy, Senior Engineer [Intake 53] - July 2023

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"Ambrose is very experienced and gave many real life examples and techniques on how to improve my public speaking skills. I really appreciate the genuine feedback"

- John Tan, IT management [Intake 52] - June 2023

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"The course allowed me to understand my strengths and weaknesses in public speaking. I wish there were more opportunities for practical practices. To me, I learnt so much in the 10 hours and I wish it could be longer"

- Gowre, IT Consultant [Intake 52] - June 2023

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"This course is not those that talks about theory only but gave us many practical tips that we can apply immediately. I love the toastmaster meeting where we get to practice impromptu speaking in front of a live audience! Trainer gave detailed customised feedback on our practice speech."

- Jason, Senior Software Engineer [Intake 52] - June 2023

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"I am French and I always wanted to improve my public speaking and CK is a great trainer who can explain (the techniques) very clearly and in a very engaging manner! CK gave very customized feedback and I don't feel being judged negatively at all. CK goes the extra mile to help us review our script and give us tips to improve. I will definitely recommend this course!"

- Cedric [Intake 51] - May 2023

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"CK is very experienced and helps to review our script to make it more concise"

- Kaz [Intake 51] - May 2023

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"The duration and pace of the course is very suitable for working adults. I like the 2 practice session as it is hands-on and not just theory only"

- Christine [Intake 51] - May 2023

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"Great workshop with structured learning materials. Experienced trainer who provide 'personalized feedback'. Will definitely share with friends and recommend this course"

- Kathryn Wong [Intake 51] - May 2023

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"Thanks CK for the training. Boost my confidence when I needed it most!"

- MF Yap.  [Intake 51] - May 2023

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"My key-takeaway is that 'Structure' is very important - every speech should have an introduction, a conclusion and a message!"

- Bridget Tai [Intake 50] - Apr 2023

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"Delivering a message that is relevant to the audience is half the battle won, the other half is practice & being intentional"

- Jeffrey [Intake 50] - Apr 2023

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"The course let me learnt about my weaknesses and how to improve, plus CK shared with us the methods and techniques to cope with nervousness!"

- QiuXuan [Intake 50] - Apr 2023

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"Thanks CK for sharing all the techniques and letting us know the 'formula' to every speech, including impromptu speeches"

- Lennard [Intake 50] - Apr 2023

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"CK let us know that public speaking is half message and half delivery - and teach us the techniques (fish bone) on how to structure our speech!"

- Valentino [Intake 50] - Apr 2023

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"I like the customized feedback to each one of us - CK is able to point out our strengths and said its easier to work on our strengths and see a marked improvement rather than focusing on trying to change our weaknesses"

- Arthur  [Intake 50] - Apr 2023

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"'With the right techniques and plenty of practices, you can reach the higher tier of public speaking' - by trainer Ambrose. He was critical in his comments, which were helpful for us to work on and improve our public speaking"

- GM Tan, Supply Chain Exec [Intake 49] - Mar 2023

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My greatest takeaway? It's "What's the worst thing that can happen" - a mantra by CK to help us overcome fear of public speaking. CK made me realize that if I have clarity on what I want to say, I will feel more confident and like what he said: "(believe that) I am the best person to give the speech!"

- Zhiqing, Art Director [Intake 49] - Mar 2023

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I like that the class is on a Saturday afternoon and weekday nights which is perfect for working adults. (CK has given) useful skills that can be applied (immediately) & practical advice that will help me with marked improvement. Very insightful & personalized feedback!

- Hui Ting, Marketing Exec. [Intake 49] - Mar 2023

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"Overall, (a) very practical (course) and met my needs in (learning how to) build my confidence (in) public speaking (and also impromptu speaking). (The course) is packed with many practical tips from content (script making) to delivery (vocal variety, body language etc).

CK is also a very good mentor and coach"

- [Intake 48] - Feb 2023

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"Trainer is very knowledgeable and demonstrates well. Techniques taught are useful"

- Yann  [Intake 48]

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"My key takeaways are: (1) draft the body (of the speech) first (instead of starting from beginning like writing an essay), then follow by writing the introduction and conclusion. (2) Always include a quick summary of the main points in the conclusion (and end with a quotation!)

This course provides valuable tips and speaking (techniques) which can be applied in our daily lives (as well)"

- Lee Yong Kian  [Intake 48]

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"Good training materials. I like it where we can practice and (receive) feedback - much better than just theory only!"

- Gao Jing [Intake 48]

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"I have learnt how to plan my speech in a systematic manner and delivering my speech clearly and confidently! The overall lesson is interesting and the theory taught to us is easily applicable. CK is knowledgeable and gives great and impactful feedbacks in order for us to improve!"

- Jasper Quak  [Intake 47] - Jan 2023

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"This course gave me more insights on how to make a difference when preparing and delivering a speech/public speaking"

- Yong Chiang, Engineer  [Intake 47]

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"I enjoyed (the course) and learnt to overcome my greatest fear of speaking in front of the public! Now I feel more confident in presenting and learnt how to have a good story line to deliver my speech better! Thank you CK!"

- Joanne Lee Yenping [Intake 47]

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*Testimonies from One-day Public Speaking Workshop conducted at Handicaps Welfare Association (4 Feb 2023)*

"CK is a good trainer; he is concise and to the point. I learnt that there is more to public speaking as there are acting elements & also the (ongoing) practice to hone my skills. As CK said: practice the wrong things and you are just perfecting your mistakes! - so I learnt that practicing the rights things is crucial to building up my confidence in public speaking"

- Wendy Lau, committee member of HWA

"Very relevant and applicable training! The key is we must put it into practice to see the value of it"

- Edmund Wan, ex president of HWA

"Really excellent content and I learnt many tips in public speaking. I hope to learn about self-introduction though"

- Heather Wong, Honorary Treasurer of HWA

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"I really appreciate the personalized feedback given to me as it provides me a third party perspective on areas of improvement that I may not be aware of."

- Brian Tan, Auditor[Intake 46]

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"Very engaging - can tell that the trainer is very experienced and provided many useful tips. The comments/feedback on how to improve the script are very helpful!"

- Bryan Tan, Supply Chain Digitalization Lead[Intake 46]

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"Thank you for the excellent sessions this week. Your tried-and-tested tips and insightful feedback for my and others' speech(es) are very helpful. The peer review is a great way to improve our speech delivery too."

- Liu I-Chun[Intake 46]

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"CK provided us with a structure to write our script so that we will not write all over the place and he teaches us how to be professional in our delivery."

- Boon Hwee, Executive Engineer[Intake 46]

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"The impromptu speaking session is a very valuable experience. Feedback from CK are very helpful. My key takeaways are our body language and also content of speech is very important"

- Evelyn, Head of Commercial APAC[Intake 46]

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"I have learnt to give an acronym to the points in my speech and to end with a quotation - points that I think are important in getting our message across"

- LiLian [Intake 46]

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"Trainer is very good in sharing his experiences in public speaking and his career experiences. He is very encouraging even before I join the course by answering all my queries. The practice and exposure given to participants were very good. Trainer was very humble as well!"

- Joanne Koh , Kindergarten Care Teacher[Intake 45]

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"I learnt that I really need to write my script and how to deal with 'freezing' - great tips! Also, the table topics was very interesting!"

- KL[Intake 45]*

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"Very good training program which allowed us to try out our speech on the 2nd session, attempt table topics (impromptu speaking) on the 3rd session and delivering our revised script / speech on the 4th session. Very practical!"

- Matthew, Engineer[Intake 45]*

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"I like the personal sharing and the active aspects (practical practice) of this course"

- Jasmine, Digital Events Producer[Intake 45]

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"I was able to have the opportunity to practice and receive valuable feedback to help me improve and overcome my fears in public speaking!"

- Edwin Choo, Civil Servant[Intake 45]*

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"The trainer gives very honest and constructive feedback which could be applied almost immediately, including the structure of a script, practical ways to overcome fear when delivering a speech. I love how the course uses "assessment" as learning, when we have the opportunity to revisit and reattempt our speech based on the feedback given!"

- Cai Yun, Teacher[Intake 45]

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"I have learnt the technical intricacies & art of speechcraft. We really went deep into the various tips and most importantly used it in a practical setting. Really loved the direct and honest feedback that can be immediately put into use!"

- Wilson Lai[Intake 45]

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"I learnt what are my mistakes and CK was able to not point them out but also help me overcome them. Before this course I am easily nervous and now I am more composed after this course. To me, the table topics (impromptu speaking) is actually quite Fun!!"

- Calina Chew[Intake 45]

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"Good sessions! I overcame my anxiety by a lot after this course!"

- Eddie, Senior Manager[Intake 45]

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“Hands on learning. Honest & helpful feedback. Highly interactive. Table Topics was very helpful. Emphasis on speech drafting is great basis for (public speaking) development”

- Tony Kane, Global Trading[Intake 44]*

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“I really enjoyed the course. CK is very engaging and knowledgeable instructor. The course combines both theory and lots of practical, which I think is very meaningful. The personalized feedback given enhances the course. Highly recommended!!!”

- Zhaoru, COO[Intake 44]*

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“I think this is great for anyone who is interested in learning how to better communication as well as bringing the message across. Although it would be great to have more exposure to be able to speak in front of a larger crowd”

- Dr Brian Teo, Chiropractor[Intake 44]

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"This class really helped me to gain more confidence in public peaking, hope to be able to continue to practice & improve further. The teacher and my fellow students are all very supportive (in giving positive feedback). It was truly a great foundation (class) to start my public speaking journey. One feedback that will truly benefit me is to talk slower! :P”

- Jaclyn Hsu, Interior Designer[Intake 44]

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“Key-points well delivered. CK is a great trainer. Location at Justco Centrepoint is very good for these type of courses”

- Fandi, Fire-fighter[Intake 44]

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“(Highly) Interactive. Eye-opening for me to see how an actual toastmasters session is being conducted (especially the impromptu speech segment!)”

- Wei Liang, Purchasing Director[Intake 44]

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“Would love to take further, more advanced levels of this course if available , (so as) to practice the tips taught in this course!”

- Engineering Director[Intake 44]

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“Enjoyed the course and learnt a lot about public speaking skills. Had very good exposure (especially the impromptu speaking segment). One valuable feedback I received from CK is to focus on the audience and be less self-conscious, so that I will not become nervous so easily”

- Eugenia[Intake 44]

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"Mentor CK is encouraging and very motivating! 谢谢！He has great presence and vocal that keep everyone from falling asleep. I have learnt so much and I am glad that I finally signed up for (a public speaking course)!"

- Wang Li Lian, Creative Director [Intake 43]*

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"Many good tips and techniques learnt, especially with live practice and friendly environment. It's very inspiring and motivating to witness other's speeches as well! It is really an Art!! Thanks for making the course so easy to digest and the valuable personal advices!!"

- Yvette, Consultant [Intake 43]

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"Thank you CK for the coaching. The techniques (taught) are clear and (I especially like) the (well written) script technique!"

- Iris Wang, Business Development & Finance [Intake 43]

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"This course emphasis more on practical instead of just all theory. (I appreciate) the practical feedback to improve!"

- Noella [Intake 43]

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"I have really learned a lot from this course and (even) my colleagues have seen a marked difference in my speaking!! (I wish) the course can be a bit longer so that ew can put all the pointers and things we learned into practice!"

- Brandon Kam, Project Manager. [Intake 43]

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"I have attended another public speaking course but it was all theory. CK's class is full of practical tips and one-on-one feedback, I have learnt a lot!"  - David Quek [Intake 42]*

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "CK is able to show a lot of guidance for us to improve our presentation - I especially like the way how he reviewed my script to make it more concise and clear!" - Vicky Lee  [Intake 42]*

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Very interactive and interesting course! Relevant to work where presentations need to be done. Thank you CK!" - Yvonne Sum [Intake 42]

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Overall it was a good experiences. Wish that the lessons can be longer (as there are so much more to learn)"
- Meenah Fong  [Intake 42]

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"I "Ambrose guided me well and I am grateful that he admitted me to the class despite being a school dropout. I wish to continue to practice public speaking by joining the toastmasters club" - Brooklyn  [Intake 42]

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"Insightful Session!! It has definitely taught me on my presentation skills, structuring my thoughts and articulating my ideas and purpose of my message. I enjoyed the opportunity of giving a speech and (learnt) how to tell a story. I appreciate the teaching by Ambrose (CK) and would recommend (this course)!!" 

- Gina Yeo, Recruitment Consultant.[Intake 41]

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"I have learnt the Directions (ways) to improve" - Andre, IT Consultant [Intake 41]

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"CK is energetic, engaging and give good tips and pointers. A lot of good interaction and rapport with the class" - - Gary, Banking [Intake 41]

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"Fun and well-organized course. Lots of practical tips shared" - YL[Intake 41]

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"CK has great energy - good tips to share and able to break the points into simple, practical tips. My takeaway - one hour of preparation for every minute of presentation!" [Intake 41]

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"Really interesting and learnt a lot from these 4 sessions. Wish that it can be longer. I've learnt that I have to construct my thoughts and also be aware of my pause fillers such as Er-Ahs"

- Suzanne Chin, Senior FF&E Designer, Art Curator [Intake 40]

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"Good framework to structure the message to bring across to the audience and also how to gain confidence to battle nervousness"

- Jocelyn Tan, IT Consultant[Intake 40]

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"Engaging course. Ambrose has been providing guidance along every cornerstone"

- Mogana, Executive Assistant [Intake 40]

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"Trainer is excellent, including his assistant Michelle who helped to record our speeches"

- Lynn Lee, Executive Assistant & SPC [Intake 40]

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"Good pacing, interesting! (Helps me) build confidence!"

- Poh Chong, [Intake 40]

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"It's pretty interesting course, learnt the techniques of public speaking"

- Doreen Teo, Civil Servant [Intake 40]

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"I think it is very well run. The personalized feedback are very helpful. Maybe we can have 1 to 2 more activities to practice public speaking such as one more impromptu speech"

- Anushree Mehta, trainee Lawyer.[Intake 40]

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"My favorite part of the training is the sharing of 'Uniquely CK' skills. CK is wiling to share the knowledge and experience he had learnt over the years unselfishly."

- Jay, Quality Assurance Manager [Intake 39]

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"Thank you CK for sharing your insights and experiences. It's very refreshing and rewarding"

- Desmond Chan, Pet Groomer [Intake 39]

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"Fours sessions seems too short! I wish that there were more opportunities for us to practice (e.g. vocal variety) from what we learnt from CK!"

- Rowena, Marketing Manager [Intake 38]

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"I have learnt from CK the following 3 things: How to craft a good speech, That good public speaking is 50% script + 50% delivery, and Feedback on how I should improve" 

- Sunny, Asst Director (Civil Service) [Intake 37]

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"I feel that this course is very useful and applicable in the workplace where we need to do public speaking and give presentations. The trainer is able to engage the class for the entire 4 sessions with many examples" 

- *Ryan, Snr Manager Operations [Intake 37]

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"My greatest takeaway is to craft a speech from the audience's perspective - anyone can talk and I also started off by making a speech on my own journey - but CK was able to help review my script to make it something that the audience can take away with. Thank you CK!"

[Intake 37]

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"CK Is a very passionate and dedicated trainer. Able to bring out his points in a fun way. I really enjoyed the course!"

- Ron Ong, Storage Planner [Intake 36]

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"Love the impromptu speech aka table topics practice. I realized that most of my anxiety is, as CK pointed out, imagined. And I am beginning to enjoy public speaking!"

- *Gary Macaulay,  International School Math Teacher [Intake 36]

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"I like the comments on the smallest details that I don't usually notice plus the Good tips that can only be given with years of experience, thank you CK! "

- Joey Ong,  Programme Manager [Intake 34]

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"Great feedback and very enjoyable! "

- Benjamin Chan, Trader / Analyst [Intake 34]

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"Content of this course is very insightful. The messaging and delivery of the trainer (CK) is impactful and hence measurable! "

- Ian Ang,  Process Engineer [Intake 34]

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"(Trainer) gave constructive corrections and the breakdown of 4 sessions is very good and effective. The impromptu speech practice in front of a live audience is eye opening! "

- David Toh,  Maintenance  Planner [Intake 34]

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"I have learnt a lot from this course and I will like to further learn how I can improve my delivery (by signing up with Lion City Toastmasters Club)!"

- *Jonathan, Senior Key Account Executive [Intake 31]

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"The course is helpful in helping us to understand more about public speaking and how to gain confidence in our own speeches"

- Daniel, Self-Employed [Intake 31]

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"Trainer is very professional!"

- Qing Rong, Businessman [Intake 31]

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I wish there are more chances for us to practice delivering our speeches!

- *Budiman, IT Service Manager [Intake 31]

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There is so much to learn that I feel 4 sessions are not enough. 

Kelvin Lim|  [Intake 27]

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My sister and I enjoyed the interacting sessions. The table topics session is a great experience

Charmaine Ho | Student  [Intake 27]

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Interesting and engaging. I came thinking I will be bored but CK is able to make it relevant even to me as a student.

Nicole Ho| Student [Intake 27]

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A very sharp coach who is able to provide great insights for improvement.

Hann| Teacher [Intake 26]

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CK shares selflessly and is able to give a lot of practical tips.

Sharon Tan|  Analyst [Intake 26]

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I learnt that a script has to be reviewed many times to be impactful.

Ezfarinna Binte Othman|  [Intake 25]

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I am glad I joined my friend and I learnt so much. This is Skills Future Credits well spent! :)

Raihainah Ramlee|  [Intake 25]

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I enjoyed myself greatly. Course is interactive and interesting. The 5 minutes video adds a lot of value.

Nur Rashidah Binte Ab Rahman|  [Intake 25]

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CK advocates that a good public speaker is based on 50% script and 50% delivery, and he made me realized that I just have to work on my delivery to become an exemplary speaker.

Jennever Pelaez| Banking [Intake 24]

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I learn a lot from this course.

Lin Ying| Nurse [Intake 24]

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CK is able to help me overcome my fear of speaking in front of a crowd and I know it is still work in process.

Swapna Silvam| Civil Servant [Intake 24]

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Being in sales, I have no problems speaking to people one-to-one but speaking to a crowd is another thing altogether. I have known CK for many years and I saw he has been conducting this Public Speaking Course for some years now. I finally mustered enough courage to approach him to say that I want to learn to conquer my fear of public speaking. As the saying goes, “the rest is history”!

I took part in the impromptu speaking segment which is in front of a live audience of over 25 people, and my topic is “A thousand miles start with a single step” – and this truly struck me and I can’t agree with it more. I am so glad I have taken the first step.

CK has been able to tell me that it is ok to be vulnerable, that I don’t need to seek for perfection, and that I am good enough. I particularly like what he said about “If you tell yourself the same lie over and over again you will believe it”. I guess I have been telling myself that I am not good in public speaking for way too long, and it is CK who pointed it out to me that yes, I can do it!!!

Thank you CK!

Roland Tan| Senior Associate Group Director [Intake 23]

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I joined the PSC wanting to know how to calm myself down during the initial phase of my presentations. CK was able to give me very practical tips on how to do so and now I am more confident to deliver my company presentations. I particularly like the “Yes I can do it!” mantra that CK taught us to recite before any presentation, and it works!

Jessie Yu| IT Professional [Intake 23]

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 I learnt from CK that public speaking is about 50% content & 50% delivery. There were useful techniques such as the fish-bone & tree stance. I like the opportunity to practice speaking impromptu in front of a live audience, but guess it will be more beneficial if there are more opportunities for me to practice to boost my confidence.

L. F Yip| IT Professional [Intake 23]

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CK is very professional and helpful. All sessions were productive and training notes are very useful. Good exposure for beginners.

Samantha Soh| Project Manager [Intake 23]

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The 5-minutes speech practice is very good and enables me to discover my strengths and weaknesses.  Interesting to take part in the Impromptu Speaking during the toastmasters meeting, it is more scary than I thought but at the same time very eye-opening. Overall very enjoyable and insightful!

FengXian| Start-up Co-Founder [Intake 22]

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The whole syllabus is very comprehensive and meaningful. CK is able to give very useful feedback. However, I hope that there are more opportunities to practice as I feel I am still very much at the beginner stage. Perhaps beginners can start a day earlier to overcome our fears.

Yong Kwan| Executive [Intake 22]

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CK imparted great knowledge and shared selflessly. Thank you!

*Christina Sum| Principal Medical Technologist [Intake 22]

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I enjoy the class because there is a lot of interaction and it helps me to discover that I have my own unique style of presenting, which CK is able to still give me very individualized feedback. The course notes, however, can be more condensed though.

*Sheen Lau | Sales, Fintech  [Intake 22]

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I learnt so much that I wish that there are more opportunities for us to speak and practice more. Thank you CK!

Zach| Media & Sales [Intake 22]

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I am so glad I joined this course. It is eye-opening and as CK mentioned, this course provides a very good foundation to become a good public speaking communicator!

*Mulia | Finance Controller  [Intake 21]

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CK offers very personalized suggestions and valuable feedback!

*Gillian Lu | MBA Student [Intake 21]

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A lot of great tips shared by CK. Hands-on opportunity to do prepared speech and with the feedback & evaluation, I was able to improve greatly.

*Saim | Project Manager in a bank [Intake 21]

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I have learnt that public speaking requires a lot of effort but CK has made it simple for us. He has been very detailed in providing feedback. I learnt a great deal from CK and would like to thank him unconditionally!

Rubika | Customer Experience Officer [Intake 20]

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CK provided a lot of tips and feedback to my delivery style and I wish the course can be longer to cover the techniques in greater details!

*Zhou YiWei | Psychologist [Intake 20]

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 I am so impressed with what I have learnt that I decided to continue my public speaking learning journey with Lion City Toastmasters Club so as to build on the foundations that CK has imparted in this course!

*Casey Low | IT Engineer [Intake 19]

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CK is very experienced and also very entertaining! Very good course, able to point out my blind spots and CK gave very useful recommendations on how to improve.

*Tristan Ennis | Lead, Contract Management [Intake 18]

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The speech practice is really very useful as it reveals my existing strengths and areas of improvement (as pointed out by CK). Oh! Did I forget to mention that the impromptu speaking experience in front of a live audience is awesome and thanks for giving me the Best Table Topics Speaker ribbon!!

Yi Fan | Allied Educator (MOE) [Intake 18]

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 Very experienced trainer who can answer all my questions.

 S P Singh | Technical Manager (Shipping) [Intake 17]

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 The hands-on video is as good as one-to-one coaching from CK! I never knew I have so many “areas of improvement” until CK pointed it out, with the video as evidence! J

 Jia Xin | Marketing Executive [Intake 17]

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 CK gave very personalized feedback regarding my script and my delivery!

 Evan Goh | Compliance Executive [Intake 17]

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 Insightful feedback!

 Jamie Tang | Marketing & Advertising [Intake 16]

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 I have learned quite a number of public speaking “tricks” from the course!

 Goh Eng Jin | VP Business Analysis [Intake 15]

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 I have learnt a lot of public speaking techniques, including how to craft a speech. I particularly enjoyed the chance to practice in front of class, and appreciate the comments and feedback both from the trainer and from fellow course-mates.

 Alex Choong | Engineer [Intake 15]

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 A good course to attend. Many practical tips.

 Low Eng Leong | Regional Director of Sales [Intake 14]

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Extremely helpful feedback and encouraging trainers!

 *Amy Chang | Dentist [Intake 14]

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Excellent course with practical and personal tips on improving my public speaking skills!

 Azzahir | Assistant Manager [Intake 14]

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 It was a good avenue to practice public speaking and it is especially interesting to see yourself in the video before and after feedback from the trainer. I am able to reflect on my own strengths and weaknesses and the course definitely boosted my confidence in public speaking.

 Tay Jia Ling | Assistant Director (Products) [Intake 11]

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I have learnt how to prepare for a presentation and understand the importance of body language and vocal variety. CK is able to point out my strengths and weaknesses.

 Chua Soo Rui | Chartered Accountant (Audit Partner) [Intake 11]

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Nervousness always caught the best of me when I speak in public. It is a common scenario for me when I deliver my prepared speech that it will be mixed-up in the middle, I will be lost in transition and in the end I could not deliver the message that I wanted to convey.

The Public Speaking Course that Lion City Toastmasters Club offers taught me useful techniques on how to overcome my nervousness. The personalize approach that Mr. Ting Chee Kheong provides in this course had made me acknowledge not only my strong points but my weak points as well and the tips that Mr. CK gave are very useful in addressing these weaknesses. 

 To those who are out there, hiding in their closet because of fear of public speaking, I encourage you to join The Lion City Toastmasters Club Public Speaking Course because sooner or later you will have your share of speaking in public. When the time comes and you were caught unprepared, I would like you to remember this…

 It’s not the things that you’ve done,

But the things that you’ve left undone

That will give a bit of heartache

By the setting of the sun.

-    Margaret Sangster

 *Silver Dela Rosa - Senior Quantity Surveyor  [Intake 8]

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 In the past, I find myself fumble, at a lost of words and nervous during presentation and networking sessions.

After attending Public Speaking Course, it gives me the confidence to speak and I am less nervous meeting people now.  The course provide good information on how to prepare a speech and taught me how to deliver and engage with audience.

Thank you Mr CK Ting for your encouragement and guidance.

 *Lynn Aw | Deputy Senior Marketing Manager [Intake 8]

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 Lion City Toastmasters Club's Public Speaking Course provided me the perfect introduction to the art of speaking well and the nudge to join a Toastmasters club which I could not recommend more highly. This is an amazing peer learning community where everyone, newbie and experienced, are encouraged to have an awesome time mastering the craft of speech. 

 *Berlinda Gooi | Deputy Director [Intake 7]

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 This course is an eye-opening experience for me. My spoken English is not that good and after attending this course, I feel the motivation to want to attend some basic Spoken English Course to further improve myself. Thank you CK!

 Dr. Jin WeiXin | R&D Scientist | EWT Centre of Innovation (NP) [Intake 7]

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I am not a native English speaker and had a fear to speak in public. Mr. Ting Chee Kheong boosted my confidence and helped me to overcome of this fear.  Now, I am using techniques taught by him and improving my public speaking skills. I recommend this course to all who wish to improve their public speaking skills.

Umakant Aggarwal | Sr. Manager - Finance | Lanco International  [Intake 6]

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I always thought that one just need to overcome his fear in order to give a good speech in public but I found out that it is not entirely true. Giving speeches in public is much more than overcoming one's inner fear, it is about being prepared, understanding your audience, removing "bad habits", speaking clearly, etc.. In fact public speaking is both an art and science, whereby one needs to constant practise and hone his skills.

I am grateful to have taken my first baby steps on this journey to improve myself.

Julian Chan | Project Coordinator [Intake 6]

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I have always had a fear of public speaking - from feeling nervous to worrying that I do not have anything to say, to how to connect with my audience.  However, Mr. Ting Chee Kheong gave me great tips on how to conquer my fears, how to craft my speech and how to connect with my audience.  And I even managed to go up and give a short impromptu speech in the Toastmaster meeting session in front of 20 plus people!  I never thought that I could do it but I did!  It was quite an experience for me!

 Irene Seah | Chartered Accountant [Intake 5]

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The course had answered most of my questions on public speaking techniques and along the way also debunked some myths I had. I most appreciate the hands-on experience on speech writing and video-recorded speeches. The opportunity to attend a Toastmasters meeting and deliver an impromptu table topic to a room full of strangers was a memorable experience as well. Thank you Chee Kheong!

 Musliha Muhamad | B.B.A (NUS), M.P.A (Murdoch)  | MUIS [Intake 5]

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Before knowing Lion City Toastmasters Club's Public Speaking Course (PSC), I was always haunted by the thoughts of having to give speeches in front of public - I had all the symptoms of stage-frights, such as my mind suddenly going blank, accelerating heart beats, and loss of words.

However, my fears and nightmares were all gone after I join the PSC.  

The course teaches us useful public speaking tips and most importantly, provides us with a platform to practice public speaking in front of a crowd.

The club is made up of people who aspire to become better public speakers, so you don't need to feel embarrassed when making mistakes, because everyone is also learning to be better!

After giving 6 speeches in the club, I find myself feeling more confident when giving my speeches.

Thank you Lion City Toastmasters Club and especially to the trainer cum President, Mr. Ting Chee Kheong! 

*Catherine Chew | Chartered Accountant [Intake 4]

 About Our Trainer:    Ting Chee Kheong (CK) DTM

CK is a Part-Time Talent with MediaCorp Singapore, having acted in numerous TV drama serials since 1999.  He also acted in several Singaporean movies such as "The Ghosts must be Crazy" (2010), "1965" (2015) and "3688" (2015).  His acting skills compliment his public speaking coaching as he is able to bring in another dimension where most other public speakers cannot - the parallels between acting and delivering a speech in public.

He has personally mentored more than 100 new members since 2001 in their public speaking quest and conducted several Speech-Craft, a public speaking course, since 2010.

Mr. Ting has been the Chief Editor of IFPAS magazine "Coverage", Area Governor of Toastmasters International District 80 Division D Area 5, and past President of the Nanyang Technological University School of Materials Science and Engineering Alumni Association. He was awarded the NTU Alumni Service award in 2006 for his contributions. He graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Materials Engineering) with Nanyang Technological University.  He is also a Fellow of the Life Underwriters Training Council (American College) and an Associate Estate Planning Practitioner awarded by the UK Will Writing & Estate Planning Society.

Professionally, Mr. Ting gives regular lunch time talks on Will Writing to companies and organizations. He is the director of his company The Legacy Protector Pte Ltd www.thelegacyprotector.com

His Toastmasters Titles & Achievements are: