At the start of the Lunar New Year break, Sea Dragons Gavel Club President Runfeng Bruce Yu visited the FSTT Toastmasters Club (From Speakers to Trainers) in Shenzhen, China. More than a club visit, the meeting became an opportunity for shared learning and connection between Toastmasters communities. FSTT members demonstrated strong English proficiency and excellent communication skills, reflecting the club’s commitment to continuous training and development.
The theme of the 227th meeting, “Golden Hours,” encouraged members to reflect on the meaningful moments that shape their Toastmasters journeys. Throughout the Table Topics and Prepared Speech sessions, members explored how ordinary experiences can become valuable memories through learning and participation. Zoe Wang, the meeting’s Harkmaster, shared, “Asking questions during the Harkmaster report section is my golden hour.” Her thoughtful preparation and attentive listening contributed greatly to the meeting’s energy and engagement, turning a simple meeting role into a meaningful contribution.
In this spirit of sharing personal experiences, Bruce delivered a guest introduction and spoke about his enthusiasm for visiting Toastmasters clubs and exchanging ideas with members from different communities. He also introduced his interests in biking and watching movies. During the Table Topics session, he presented a two-minute impromptu speech on applying the “Golden Hour” concept to daily life, sharing how a moment of reading Toastmaster magazine eventually inspired him to write articles for the publication. He also introduced key sections of the magazine to members who were unfamiliar with it.
Beyond the speeches and activities, the meeting also highlighted the welcoming culture that connects Toastmasters members. At the conclusion of the meeting, Bruce was recognized as the Most Dazzling Guest. He expressed appreciation for the club’s inclusive atmosphere and assisted with venue cleanup before extending Lunar New Year greetings to all members.
Although FSTT Toastmasters Club has been established for only four years, it has built a strong reputation for professionalism, dedication, and positive community spirit. For Bruce, the visit was another reminder that the most meaningful “golden hours” in Toastmasters often come not only from speaking on stage, but also from the connections built with people along the journey.