MEAT - Munich English Advanced Toastmasters

The Power of a Pause – Discover the Strength of Silence

Silence can feel uncomfortable—but it holds incredible power. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to use pauses intentionally to enhance your speaking: becoming clearer, more confident, and more impactful. Discover when and how to pause to give your audience space to absorb your message and to emphasize what truly matters.

Let’s experience the power of silence together—and take your presence to the next level.

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10 Years of Munich English Advanced Toastmasters – A Milestone Worth Celebrating!

Dear M.E.A.T. community, dear members, alumni, and friends,

Some dates deserve a big highlight in your calendar — and June 12 is definitely one of them 🥳

Because: M.E.A.T. is turning 10 years old!
10 years of speeches, growth, learning, laughter, courage, applause, and becoming stronger together. That’s something worth celebrating — and we’d love to celebrate it with you.
When: June 12, 6pm
What: M.E.A.T.’s 10th Anniversary
Why: Because M.E.A.T. wouldn’t be what it is today without you

More details about the celebration will follow soon — but one thing we can already promise:
It will be special.

We can’t wait to see many familiar faces and celebrate this milestone together
Warm regards,
Your M.E.A.T. Team

Please join us:
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Workshop: Speak Spontaneously and Confidently with Table Topics
In this short, interactive workshop, you will learn one of the most effective methods from the world of public speaking: Table Topics. Used worldwide at Toastmasters, this method helps you to become more quick-witted and to structure your thoughts rapidly.

Table Topics involve delivering short, impromptu speeches in response to surprising questions. Although you have no preparation time, you will learn to speak clearly, in a structured and persuasive manner. And the best part? It's actually fun!

What you will take away from the workshop:
• Quick-wittedness and presence: You will be able to answer spontaneous questions confidently and project self-assurance.
• Clear structure: You will learn to organise your thoughts in a matter of seconds.
• Confidence in everyday situations: You will remain calm and appear competent in meetings, presentations, client conversations and networking, even when faced with unexpected questions.

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Invitation to the Open House Day – February 7
Would you like to improve your English presentation and speaking skills while gaining more confidence? Then, we warmly invite you to our Open House Day on February 7!
On this day, you can look forward to an interactive Elevator Pitch workshop, where you will learn how to introduce yourself clearly, confidently, and concisely — a key skill for professional life, networking, and personal growth.
Get to know our Toastmasters community, receive valuable feedback in a supportive environment, and discover how professional speaking training can help you grow.
To help us prepare everything properly, we kindly ask you to register in advance.
We are very much looking forward to your visit and to welcoming you in person!
Kind regards,
M.E.A.T. – Munich English Advanced Toastmasters

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Your Message. Your Impact. Your Speech.
A powerful speech starts with a clear message. In this workshop, you will learn how to sharpen your core message, express it convincingly, and deliver it with impact — authentically, clearly, and memorably.
Together, we will work on how to
- identify and refine your key message,
- get your content to the point,
- and structure your speech so that it inspires, persuades, and stays with your audience.
Whether it’s a presentation, a pitch, or a public speech, this workshop provides practical tools and hands-on feedback to help your words truly make an impact
We look forward to your participation and to working together on crafting your strong message.

Saturday, 10. January 2026
HYBRID meeting at 10:30 to 12:30
We open at 10:15 the Zoom-Meeting.

You are welcome to participate on site at the
New European College (NEC)
Wolfratshauser Str. 84, 81379 Munich

The perfect start to your speech
First impressions count – even in a speech. You will win over your audience in the first few seconds... or lose them. A strong opening immediately captivates your listeners, grabs their attention and arouses their curiosity, setting the right tone for your speech.
In our short workshop, you will learn:
- Why the beginning of a speech is so crucial
- What methods there are to immediately grab your audience's attention (e.g. with a question, a story, a surprising fact or humour)
- How to structure your introduction so that it fits the message of your speech
- And above all: You will try it out for yourself and receive feedback.
👉 This workshop is practical: You will not only learn what a good start looks like – you will practise it directly and go home with a noticeable difference in the impact of your speech.
Make the first sentence of your speech your strongest!

Saturday, 6 December
HYBRID meeting at 10:30 to 12:30
We open at 10:15 the Zoom-Meeting.

You are welcome to participate on site at the
New European College (NEC)
Wolfratshauser Str. 84, 81379 Munich

Get your message across with a strong main section.
The main section is the heart of every speech. This is where you win over your audience by presenting your ideas clearly and logically. But how can you make this section exciting and convincing?
In this workshop, you will learn how to:
- Structure the main part of your speech logically and effectively
- Present arguments, ideas, and information in a memorable way
- Convey your message clearly and persuasively

Best of all, we will put what we learn into practice right away by delivering our speeches in front of an audience!
Whether you need to deliver presentations, speeches or impromptu addresses, this workshop will provide you with the tools to captivate your audience during the most important part of your speech.

Saturday, November 1
HYBRID meeting at 10:30 to 12:30
We open at 10:15 the Zoom-Meeting.

You are welcome to participate on site at the
New European College (NEC)
Wolfratshauser Str. 84, 81379 Munich

Your voice speaks volumes: sound, pace, tone.

Discover the power of your voice! In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to use sound, pace and tone to convey your message more effectively. Find out how to captivate your audience with conscious voice control and take your speeches to the next level.
What you will learn:
- How to vary your vocal sound to convey emotions and spark interest.
- How to adjust your speaking pace to create clarity and build suspense.
You will also learn how to use tone of voice to increase your persuasiveness and establish a positive connection with your audience.
Importantly, we will also practise these techniques directly in front of our club audience.

Saturday July 5
HYBRID meeting at 10:30 to 12:30
We open at 10:15 the Zoom-Meeting.

You are welcome to participate on site at the
New European College (NEC)
Wolfratshauser Str. 84, 81379 Munich

Avoid Pitfalls – Speak with Impact and Energy
Have you ever experienced this?You prepare well and have something important to say – but your message just doesn’t get through? Or you only realise afterwards that your introduction didn’t grab attention or your ending was weak?
In our rhetoric training, we will look at:
✅ The most common pitfalls in speeches – and how to avoid them
✅ Tips for making your speech engaging right from the start
✅ Strategies to increase your impact – clear, confident, and memorable
✅ A chance to practise in a safe and supportive environment

Saturday June 7
HYBRID meeting at 10:30 to 12:30
We open at 10:15 the Zoom-Meeting.

You are welcome to participate on site at the
New European College (NEC)
Wolfratshauser Str. 84, 81379 Munich

Stefan Gruss – ‘Toastmaster of the Year 2024/25’ award, District 95

An award that is thoroughly deserved
It was with great pleasure that Stefan Gruss was named Toastmaster of the Year 2024/25 at the District 95 Conference in Regensburg, Germany, in May 2025 – an honour that could hardly have been more deserved. Stefan embodies everything that Toastmasters stands for: commitment, leadership, support and passion.

The man behind the idea – Regensburg 2025
This year's District 95 Conference in Regensburg was not only a highlight for participants from all over Europe, but also a project close to Stefan Gruss's heart. He had the idea of bringing the conference to Regensburg and took on the role of Conference Chair from the very beginning. With strategic vision and a great deal of tact, he coordinated the organisational team and ensured that the vision became reality – including a gala evening, competitions, keynotes and an unforgettable atmosphere.

Mentor, doer and enabler
What many people don't see is Stefan's role behind the scenes: as a mentor for district leaders, he worked tirelessly, providing guidance, strengthening new club officers and building bridges between clubs and the district team.
Whether a programme item had to be changed at short notice, a trainer dropped out or a club needed help with organisation – Stefan stepped in without hesitation. His willingness to take on responsibility has had a lasting impact on the district.

Leadership in action – with heart and mind
Stefan's commitment is based on a genuine passion for personal development. In his home clubs – such as the Munich Prostmasters, Munich English Advanced Toastmasters Club and Toastmasters Munich – he is a valued mentor, feedback provider and source of ideas.
His masterclasses and workshops, especially on feedback culture, have inspired many members to take their speeches and leadership skills to the next level.

Stefan Gruss is Toastmaster of the Year 2024/25 – and rightly so.
He is the initiator, visionary, supporter and heart of the Toastmasters community in District 95.
Everyone is delighted for him, because this award honours not only his achievements, but also the spirit with which he acts.

Congratulations, Stefan – and thank you for everything you do for our community!