Hey there, 2014!
Our first meeting in 2014 last week was filled with intense sharing sessions!!! It began with Table Topic session by Lia, taking the audience to look back into what’s best and worst of 2013 for them, also to think what they want to achieve in 2014. Next, we had Ikuyo-san who gave and edu-speech about Table Topic session. She said, We must listen well (from the question), grab the keywords, and make a story from the keywords, that has an opening, body, and conclusion. Table topic allows us to practice quick thinking. When asked to choose between two options, or being asked “Which one do you prefer.....”, it is highly recommended to choose something that is different from the general opinion. By choosing a side that is controversial, you have more chance to develop more in your answer, practice your ability in explaining more, and also catch the audience’s attention. Ikuyo also gave us a chance to practice, using the game she often uses to exercise her ow