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The Competent Communication manual (until 2006 known as the Communication and Leadership Program manual; also called the "basic 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 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 orally evaluate each speech that you give, in adition to your written evaluations, providing positive feedback and suggestions for improvement, as necessary.

After completing the basic manual, you earn Competent Toastmaster (CTM) recognition (July 2006 onward = CC, for Competent Communicator) and are able to focus your efforts on the projects in the advanced speech manuals of the Toastmasters program. A club can apply online for educational awards, or just check the latest requirements for an award, at http://www.toastmasters.org/, in the "Club Business" section.



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

Basic Manual
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