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Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Meeting Roles: Timekeeper


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TIMER 

One of the skills Toastmasters practice is expressing a thought within a specific time. As timer you are responsible for monitoring time for each meeting segment and each speaker. You’ll also operate the timing signal, indicating to each speaker how long he or she has been talking. Serving as timer is an excellent opportunity to practice giving instructions and time management – something we do every day.

Before The Meeting

Before the meeting, contact the Toastmaster and general evaluator to confirm which members are scheduled program participants. Then contact each speaker to confirm the time they’ll need for their prepared speech.


On The Day Of The Meeting

On meeting day, retrieve the timing equipment from the sergeant at arms. Be sure you understand how to operate the stopwatch and signal device, make certain the timing equipment works and sit where the signal device can be seen by all.

The Toastmaster of the meeting will usually call on you to explain the timing rules and demonstrate the signal device.
  • Throughout the meeting, listen carefully to each program participant and signal them. 
  • Generally, Table Topics speakers should be +/- 15 seconds of allowed time; prepared speakers must be +/- 30 seconds. 
  • However, these times may vary from club to club. In addition, signal the chairman, Toastmaster and Table Topics Master with red when they have reached their allotted or agreed-upon time.
  •  Record each participant’s name and time used.
When you’re called to report by the Table Topics Master, Toastmaster or general evaluator, announce the speaker’s name and the time taken. Mention those members who are eligible for awards if your club issues awards.


After The Meeting

After the meeting, return the stopwatch and timing signal device to the sergeant at arms. Give the completed timer’s report to the secretary so he or she can record it in the minutes (if this is done in your club).

Take on this role and the new habits formed will serve you well in your private life and your career. People appreciate a speaker, friend or employee who is mindful of time frames and deadlines. (source: Toastmasters)

Timer: use the Timer's Worksheet to track times of the speakers. The worksheet also includes when to show the green, yellow and red cards or lights, depending on the length of the speech.

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