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GC 1092 Meeting Minutes

Flea Market Special Edition
June 24, 2026 ยท 19:00-21:20 ยท SOHO Modern City D-1910, Beijing
๐Ÿ“ŠMeeting Overview
20+
Attendees
3
New Members
12
Flea Market Groups
10+
Quotes
๐Ÿ“–Word of the Day
REJUVENATE
/rษชหˆdส’uหvษ™neษชt/
To make someone or something look or feel younger, fresher, or more lively
From Latin "juventas" (goddess of youth), related to "juvenile" and "junior"
"We established long time ago, but was rejuvenated by the leadership of Sarah."
โ€” Cindy (Grammarian)
๐Ÿ‘ฅMeeting Roles
RoleMemberNotes
Toastmaster / Deputy PresidentSarah FENGLast meeting as President
SAALei WANGGuest introduction
General Evaluatorๅผ ๅจŸ (Zhang Juan)First time as GE
TimerEva CaiFirst time
Ah-CounterJulie GuanUsed AI-assisted tool
GrammarianCindy WANGIntroduced Word of the Day
Evaluator 1Tina JIEvaluated Jianghua
Evaluator 2Bella CHENEvaluated Yunduan
๐ŸŽคPrepared Speeches
Jianghua
Visionary Communication L1-4-2: Evaluation and Feedback
ใ€ŠTwo More Yearsใ€‹
Jianghua shared the inspiring story of his childhood best friend who ventured into special education entrepreneurship. After graduating from Nanjing Normal University of Special Education, his friend and wife returned to their hometown Lianyungang to start a rehabilitation center for children with developmental difficulties.

They faced numerous challenges: limited capital, few clients, skepticism from peers and teachers, and marital strain after their first child was born. Despite these obstacles, they persevered โ€” focusing on high-quality intervention services, gradually building community trust, and expanding from 1 center to 3.
"I just kept going for two more years than most people would have."
โ€” Jianghua's friend, on the secret to success
"Darkest Night Produce Brightest Star."
โ€” Jianghua, closing message
Yunduan
Engaging Humor L1-3: Introduction to Vocal Variety and Body Language
ใ€ŠHow to Identify and Fight Back Against PUAใ€‹
Inspired by the TV drama "Dangerous Relationships," Yunduan introduced the four core warning signs of emotional manipulation (PUA):
Signal 1: Excessive Flattery โ€” Abnormally sweet words and over-the-top attention are often the most dangerous beginning
Signal 2: Social Isolation โ€” Cutting off your connections with friends and family, making you dependent only on the manipulator
Signal 3: Constant Criticism โ€” Continuously putting you down until you feel you can't do anything well
Signal 4: Blame Shifting โ€” Pushing all responsibilities onto you, making you believe everything is your fault
"Learning to recognize and stay away from PUA is a very important lesson for everyone."
โ€” Yunduan
๐Ÿ’ฌEvaluation Session
Tina โ†’ Jianghua
Evaluating "Two More Years"
  • Introduced Jianghua's background: started practicing English speeches at GC 3 months ago, progressing rapidly
  • Core message: The number of attempts matters more than initial talent
  • Suggestion: Personal stories need one clear highlight, not everything at once
"It doesn't matter how good you are, but how many times you tried."
โ€” Tina
Bella โ†’ Yunduan
Evaluating "How to Identify PUA"
  • Strengths: Smooth delivery, used cue cards effectively, excellent eye contact (scanning the entire room)
  • Body Language: Used fingers for counting, coordinated arm and hand gestures
  • Suggestion 1: Adjust vocal variety when discussing negative content for greater impact
  • Suggestion 2: Add real-life stories โ€” "People love stories"
"Your body talks. You're not just a single solo singer. You're a music band."
โ€” Bella
๐Ÿ›๏ธFlea Market (12 Groups)
1
Yaxin & Cary
๐Ÿ“š Stray Birds (้ฃž้ธŸ้›†) โ€” Yaxin
Tagore's classic poetry collection, a timeless exploration of life, love, and nature.
โœ’๏ธ Calligraphy Pen โ€” Cary
A well-loved pen for daily writing practice.
2
Warren & Hunter
๐Ÿ“š PMP Study Book โ€” Warren
Project Management Professional guide. Warren shared how project management thinking applies to everything โ€” studying, traveling, parenting, organizing Toastmasters meetings, and even learning AI tools. "Anything can be a project if you approach it the right way."
๐Ÿ“š Paris Travel Book โ€” Hunter
A guide to Paris's true history and culture, not tourist photo spots.
"You will know the true story about Paris. You will know why Paris is the romantic city."
โ€” Hunter
3
Yue & Jason
๐Ÿ“’ Museum Notebook โ€” Yue
Co-branded with the Museum of China, featuring Ming Dynasty artist Wen Zhengming's "Spring Night Ban at Li Garden." A DIY puzzle-style notebook for creative minds.
๐Ÿ‘ค Jason
Guest, joined the fun.
4
Yunduan & Tina
๐Ÿ“š Angel Farm by Georgia Health โ€” Yunduan
A personal favorite exploring political themes. Yunduan believes this book can truly rejuvenate readers.
"I think this one will actually rejuvenate you. This is my favorite, so you have to have something extraordinary."
โ€” Yunduan
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Atlas โ€” Tina
An atlas featuring major cities in China and all five continents of the world.
๐Ÿ“š The Meaning of Work โ€” Yunduan
Work is not just about earning money โ€” it influences human evolution and helps us find our value. Yunduan quoted Li Bai: "ๅฎ‰่ƒฝๆ‘ง็œ‰ๆŠ˜่…ฐไบ‹ๆƒ่ดต๏ผŒไฝฟๆˆ‘ไธๅพ—ๅผ€ๅฟƒ้ขœ" (How can I bow and scrape to the powerful, losing my joy?)
"When you work really hard, you can go and visit that famous monument."
โ€” Yunduan
5
Jianghua & Eva
๐Ÿ“š Principles of Economics (by Alfred Marshall) โ€” Jianghua
Jianghua gifted this classic economics textbook.
๐Ÿ“š The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes โ€” Eva
Eva gifted this iconic detective story collection.
6
Bella & Untie
๐Ÿ“š Distorted Love Story Book โ€” Bella
Bella shared a book gifted by a friend. They were close a couple of years ago โ€” she was very nice when Bella needed help, and they started hanging out a lot. But something happened, and they drifted apart. The friend became fond of materialistic stuff, liked guys and money, and made hateful comments. They just didn't have the same values anymore. Bella kept the book not because they stopped being friends, but because of its disturbing content: a man claiming his love for the first popular girl he admired never changed after 53 years.
"It's kind of sick. It won't rejuvenate you after reading it, but it will complicate you. Definitely, I think it's the perfect explanation of what distorted love looks like."
โ€” Bella
๐Ÿต Rock Tea (ๅฒฉ่Œถ) โ€” Untie
Premium rock tea from core production regions. Untie invited Bella to appreciate tea together.
7
Zhang Juan & Cindy
๐Ÿ“š Fairy Tales โ€” Zhang Juan
A collection of classic fairy tales.
๐Ÿ“š Borrowing the Mountain for Ten Years (ๅ€Ÿๅฑฑๅๅนด) โ€” Cindy
A series by an author who has lived in the mountains for over 10 years, embodying the ideal of "picking chrysanthemums by the eastern fence, leisurely gazing at the southern mountains." The book captures small beautiful moments in mountain life through the author's own photographs.
"Everyone has a mountain in their heart. I hope everyone finds your mountain and holds onto it."
โ€” Cindy
8
Yang & Lucy
๐Ÿ”ญ Binoculars โ€” Yang
Telescopes are among humanity's most important inventions โ€” they allowed us to observe the moon's surface for the first time. Yang encouraged the next owner to use these binoculars not just for travel or concerts, but to observe familiar things around them: the street you pass every day, the trees, the buildings.
"You are not Galileo, you're not going to start another Renaissance, but I hope it can help you start the Renaissance for yourself."
โ€” Yang
๐Ÿ‘ค Lucy
Guest, joined the fun.
9
Kevo & Sharon
๐Ÿ’ช Fitness Experience โ€” Kevo
Kevo shared his fitness journey โ€” losing 15 kilograms through exercise. His key insight: you don't need to spend money on gyms or personal trainers. Simple movements can be done anywhere, anytime.
"It will rejuvenate me."
โ€” Kevo (using Word of the Day!)
๐Ÿ‘ค Sharon
Guest, joined the fun.
10
Lei & Ninan
๐Ÿ“š Parenting Book โ€” Lei
A guide on proper parenting mindset and child-rearing methods. Lei recommended it for friends with parenting needs.
๐Ÿ’„ Maybelline Powder โ€” Ninan
A nostalgic cosmetic product from university days. Maybelline was the first cosmetic brand many girls knew. Ninan recalled feeling shy about wearing makeup back then, but the powder made her skin look brighter.
"This seems the first cosmetic brand that we know."
โ€” Ninan
11
Julie & Sarah
๐Ÿฆ… Golden Eagle Figurine โ€” Julie
A golden eagle ornament from her sister's bank renovation. Julie shared a touching childhood story: her father once brought home a "baby eagle" that she raised, but it disappeared when she visited her grandparents. This figurine represents that childhood loss and the courage eagles symbolize.
"I didn't keep my eagle in childhood, but I have this one. I want to give it to you."
โ€” Julie
๐Ÿ“š Women's Growth Books ร—3 โ€” Sarah
Three books by female authors on women's personal growth: works by Jin Yulong, Wang Xiao's "Chenzao" (Do It Early), and Yang Bingyang. All focused on helping young women navigate personal growth and relationships.
12
Lulu & Zorro
๐Ÿ”๏ธ Benxi Travel Guide โ€” Lulu
Lulu introduced her hometown's attractions: Benxi Water Cave (a 5A scenic spot with a giant limestone cave where you take a 30-40 minute boat ride through dark waters with colorful lighting) and Tanggou Hot Springs (natural mineral springs at just 120 yuan per day including three meals and a private bath).
"If you are feeling poor and very broke and you still want to pamper yourself, maybe then Benxi is the place to go."
โ€” Lulu
๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ 3D Printer โ€” Zorro
An exhibition designer and Hunter x Hunter fan, Zorro shared how 3D printing enables high customization with minimal material waste. Perfect for creating custom logos, figurines, and personalized items.
๐Ÿ“‹Function Reports
Cindy WANG ยท Grammarian Report
โ€ข Introduced Word of the Day REJUVENATE with etymology (Latin goddess Juventas)
โ€ข Recommended English reading book to rejuvenate reading interest
โ€ข Action advice: "Don't stay still, go to Paris"
โ€ข Quote recap: "It doesn't matter how good you are, but how many times you try."
Julie Guan ยท Ah-Counter Report
โ€ข โš ๏ธ Excessive filler words: Jianghua, Yaxin, Yue noted
โ€ข โš ๏ธ Overuse of "and": suggested alternatives like in addition, at the same time, from a new perspective
โ€ข ๐ŸŒŸ Excellent examples: Bella (confident, great body language) / Beautiful sister (patient, good pace)
Eva Cai ยท Timer Report
โ€ข First time as Timer/Cameraman
โ€ข โœ… Commended all speakers for staying on time
โ€ข โฐ Time limited, saving time for next segments
Zhang Juan ยท General Evaluator Report
โ€ข First time as GE, "learn by doing"
โ€ข Asked how she felt, answered: "Rejuvenated!" (used Word of the Day โœ…)
โ€ข โœ… Highlights: Sarah's organized leadership, Lei/Yunduan's proactive guest reception, AI glasses feature, QA sessions, innovative Flea Market
โ€ข โœ… Tina's evaluation was professional and supportive; Bella's was clear and well-structured
โ€ข ๐Ÿ“ Suggestion: Promote meeting themes one week in advance
โ€ข ๐Ÿ’ก Quote: "Feedback is the breakfast of champions."
๐Ÿ‘‹Guests
Lulu
Sharon
Lucy
Kevo
Jason
Yaxin
๐ŸŽ‰New Members Joined
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3 guests joined tonight! Conversion rate: 60% (3/5)
Lucy NEW
Sharon NEW
Kevo NEW
Hunter's membership pitch highlights:
โ€ข Four pillars of Toastmasters: Experiential Learning / Self-paced Growth / Peer Feedback / Mentoring
โ€ข GC's unique feature: AI system records every member's growth journey
โ€ข "Some people can't express themselves because they've never been truly listened to"
โ€ข "Toastmasters is like a filter โ€” it็ญ›้€‰s out people willing to invest time, money, and energy in self-growth"
โœจQuote Collection
"I just kept going for two more years than most people would have."
โ€” Jianghua's friend
"Darkest Night Produce Brightest Star."
โ€” Jianghua
"It doesn't matter how good you are, but how many times you tried."
โ€” Tina
"Your body talks. You're not just a single solo singer. You're a music band."
โ€” Bella
"It won't rejuvenate you after reading it, but it will complicate you."
โ€” Bella
"Everyone has a mountain in their heart."
โ€” Cindy
"You are not Galileo, but I hope it can help you start the Renaissance for yourself."
โ€” Yang
"Feedback is the breakfast of champions."
โ€” Zhang Juan (GE)
"Some people can't express themselves because they've never been truly listened to."
โ€” Hunter
"You must open your mouth and speak."
โ€” Lucy
๐Ÿ†Milestones
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Sarah FENG's last meeting as President (IFO team term ended)
๐Ÿ›๏ธ
First Flea Market themed meeting ยท 12 groups sharing
๐ŸŽŠ
3 guests joined on the spot (Lucy / Sharon / Kevo) ยท 60% conversion rate
๐Ÿค–
AI-assisted meeting documentation (Get Notes) throughout the session