"I am just amazed at the difference in my speaking ability since I joined Toastmasters. And, the very best thing about it is that I was able to improve in a totally supportive and uplifting environment. The people in the Silver Tongued Cats Toastmasters club are just the best!"

Pat Hall, Management Consultant/ Coach/Interfaith Minister

"We usually know what we want to say, but often don’t know how to say it. Toastmasters gives you that how ability"

Bud Everts, Operations Director

"I joined Toastmasters when it became clear that in order to be successful in the new job I loved, I would have to get over my silent approach to meetings and large gatherings. Not only has my fear of speaking up diminished, but I have also discovered the unexpected bonus of leadership opportunities. The Silver Tongued Cats meetings are safe, supportive, educational, and just plain fun!”"

Nadine Diezmann, Resources Coordinator, Independent Home Study Program

"Toastmasters has increased my confidence in all speaking situations—and it brought me many new friends."

Mary Ann Whiteman, Marketing Consultant

"All of the major growth steps I have accomplished in public speaking have occurred during the years I had strong involvement with Toastmasters. Being a member of the club has encouraged me to give talks without notes, try different speaking approaches, and step out in front of the podium. While it took some time, I have almost eliminated verbal pauses (“ahs”). Toastmasters has not only contributed to my public speaking, but also to my confidence as a communicator and my self-confidence as an individual."

Richard E. Geno, Coach/Author/Speaker

"I relish the time I have spent with Toastmasters, and especially the Los Gatos Silver Tongued Cats. My Toastmasters experience has helped me to articulate my thoughts and ideas in a more coherent fashion; my experience has helped develop and hone my skills as a public speaker. As a result, I feel more confident in my ability to clearly express myself both personally and professionally."

Louis Stone-Collonge, Internet Marketing Professional

"I used to dread speaking in public. I would react by tensing my body. Now, with experience speaking at Silver Tongued Cats meetings, communication is fun. Many people have complimented my ability to speak with aplomb and clarity. Toastmasters works!"

Ed Balocating, Systems Hardware Engineer