Event Poems
In 1979 we met in a historic building on St Georges Tce
42 years later the building has gone but it did prepare us
For a world of needles and thread, embossed in stitches of time
Bound together in the fluidity of fashion and fabric so fine
Sadly most of us have moved on from patterns and scissors
The world turned upside down, but we’re all survivors
New vocations, connected by our in-built need for creativity
Still binds our friendship together in Bentley TAFE exclusivity
So let’s connect again at another Bentley get together
Time and date has been set, no matter the weather
Good food and wine and company
Will you come along, enjoy a tipple or perhaps a cup of tea?
Just as no two people ever read the same book
Perspective of art differs as value comes from within
How does an artist see beyond, and also, how to begin?
Light, shapes and shadows oscillate around us
Compelling the artist to paint, and viewers to discuss
What will you see in Sue’s paintings of “Resonant Light”?
Look outwards, then inwards, see what emotions ignite
Our aches and pains were constant, things were looking dour
Then weekly on Saturdays at 8 am, became our finest hour
In need of manipulation to our glutes, neck and shoulders
We scuttled along to our local physio, necks like boulders
Drey stretched and strengthened us
Boldly, and with a minimum of fuss
Our bodies getting stronger and more resilient
In fact, more and more days, we even felt brilliant
Just as important was the friendly banter
Weaving and connecting via our commander
Make no mistake, Drey was as efficient as a power drill
The Saturday gals will miss you…. Denise, Jackie, Sacha, Phyllis and Jill
It’s time for new opportunities now, and to say cheerio
From your clients and colleagues at Karrinyup Physio
We all met while exercising at Curves in Wembley
It’s now catch-up time again, like a general assembly
We kept fit on the machines…. Push…pull…extend
And as time progressed we connected as friends
This became the main reason to visit the gym
To chat while exercising, and maybe to stay slim
Our next catch-up is scheduled, dinner on 19th May
At The Herdy in Wembley, 6:30 pm, on a Wednesday
The years slip by so quickly, let’s pause and reflect
And not let opportunities slip by to reconnect
You can’t be vague if you want to persuade
Try the questioning technique, go on, be brave
Grab the audience’s attention using this technique
Eyebrows will be raised when they see its unique
Ask 3 relevant questions so their ears burn
Pique their curiosity with matters of concern
Ask ‘did you know?’ questions using statistics
Give problem-solving solutions, they’ll go ballistic
Help them to visualise the solution, to imagine it
Is the quickest way to engage and convince a sceptic
Introduce them to something they were totally unaware
So they’re now smarter, no longer ‘buyer beware’
Turn what could have been a boring one-way monologue
Into a mindful and interactive two-way dialogue
Influential persuaders don’t waste your time, they sow a seed
Because they know if you want to succeed, you must intrigue
By Denise Price, Club 34, Rostrum Rockstar Writer
The audience with smiles so wide you’d think it was Christmas
It was earlier than that, at our Gala Event of ‘speaking fitness’
The Lavan team – Tegan, Tristan and Lara – did a great job of organising the event
Also the last formal occasion for Lauren, our very pregnant President
The 6 finalists did Rostrum proud with their speeches so fine
Innovative themes designed to inspire reflection, whilst adhering to time
But there can only be one winner, choosing, it’s so hard
Club 34 this time with the winner, the measured Simon Pritchard
A huge curveball was thrown our way this year
Virtual meetings became our new ‘Frontier’
Rostrum members stepping up to the plate
Ensured our regular club meetings were great
We now have a new leader, of this we are certain
Ryan, full of enthusiasm and youth, ready to unveil the curtains
What surprises does RLT have in store for 2021, I wonder?
New-look competitions abound, but I won’t steal their thunder
An exciting year is ahead, variety is always the key
Helped along by an energised (and younger) RLT
Ryan, Ben and Tegan, all highly motivated
Ably assisted by long-term stalwarts, Carmel and David
Ken – not officially RLT, but still involved creatively
Terry – sadly no longer our treasurer, now replaced by Mell, our new measurer
Mary Rice – the glue that binds us together as Rostrum’s Secretariat
And then me, Denise, your club writer, striving to vary it
Do you have friends who’d like to future-proof their career?
Then “Just bring one” person along to your club next year
Rostrum members, we wish you all a wonderful Christmas of fun
And look forward to continued learning and laughing in 2021
RLT – Rostrum Leadership Team
Denise Price, Rostrum Rockstar Writer
Rostrum Public Speaking Clubs of WA
You better watch out, you better not cry
You better book now, I’m telling you why
Rostrum’s Gala Event is coming to town
Six speakers compete to be the winner
While we relax & chat over a 3-course dinner
Also People’s Choice and Runner-Up Awards
Just as important and not to be ignored
Simon, Ben and Danish intend to have lots of fun
Antony, Josh and Joanna are not to be outdone
Ryan Whiddett, our presiding president
Will deliver news about the year that went
The camera will be constantly clicked by photographer Julian Rice
Ensuring special moments are captured on his dazzling device
Carmel Philippe will be our entertaining emcee
Adding to the spirit of the speeches, dancing & camaraderie
2021’s Club of Excellence will be awarded
Which club’s contributions will be rewarded?
If your club’s entry hasn’t been lodged yet
You’ve got until 8th October… don’t forget!
Listen, learn and laugh with your friends
There’ll be group photo opportunities + other gems
At Rostrum’s flagship event of the year
We’d love it if you came along to cheer
You better book now, you better not wait
76 tickets sold already, please don’t hesitate
There’s room for 24 more if that’s your intent
On 16th October, at Rostrum’s Gala Event
You made us laugh, you made us cry
You made us feel like we could fly
You faced your fears and sang from the heart
Embracing inclusion right from the start
You gave us the courage don’t you see
To speak truth to power, to break free
Boundaries were pushed, beliefs were shattered
Because you knew the language of your legacy mattered
LEARN HOW to FIND YOUR PITCHING LIGHT BULB MOMENT
David Julian Price’s Elevator Pitching Bootcamps are legendary. We’d love to see you there.
There’s one more Bootcamp in 2021 and it’s NEXT WEEK
Tuesday 30th November in Floreat
An elevator pitch is more than a greeting
Its purpose is to get a follow-up meeting
If eyebrows are raised that’s good news
It means you created curiosity and didn’t confuse
Frame the shift you want people to make
And the action you want them to take
Put your catch-phrase into a rhythm or beat
Making it easy for others to repeat
You’ll learn a punchier pitch said in less time
With a relevant metaphor, and also a rhyme
This creates intrigue, engages and informs
At David Price’s Pitching Bootcamps we all brainstorm
You’ll learn strategies to look and sound confident
So your pitch and body language are always congruent
Would you like to learn how to say and put it all together?
Come along and learn speaking skills that last forever
“Poem by Inspired by Sam Horn from Intrigue Agency”
Semi-Finals wrap, and a glimpse at what to expect at the Final
12 semi-final speeches made us laugh, they made us cry
Not only that, they also made us feel like we could fly
Denise left us reflective on Freddie Mercury’s music and lasting legacy from Live Aid
Joe regaled us on how spoken and written language matters if you want to persuade
Jan captivated us on how the London Bells became the heart of the Bell Tower of Perth
Alex’s heartfelt speech about her father left us in no wonder she admired his worth
As the oldest child, Jessica entertained us with spirited situations of sibling rivalry
Joanna was concerned with the decline in children’s abilities to communicate effectively
Josh educated us, explaining why HIV & AIDS are no longer a death sentence to impart
Simon explained how language allows us to socially bond, by moving our minds and hearts
Danish revealed lessons he learned as a taxi driver guided him to always be honourable
Johnathon’s stories of his grandad’s time in the army were fascinating and admirable
Antony revealed the growing pains he endured as a gaming addict, adding a parent’s salvation
Ben compared the 4 key competencies he learned at McDonald’s, to governing the nation
Enduring and commendable, the semis are done and dusted
The finals will be upon us soon, are you as keen as mustard?
Joanna, Josh, Simon, Danish, Ben and Antony are the 6 finalists
They’re busy preparing and rehearsing, so their speeches are articulate
Tickets are now on sale, don’t dawdle, dilly-dally or digress
Log on to register, securing your seats is a simple process