Word of the Week: Mollify
mol·li·fy \ˈmä-lə-ˌfī\ verb (mollifies, mollifying, mollified) to soothe; to gain the good will of [Synonyms: appease, pacify] to reduce the rigidity of something [Synonyms: soften] to moderate; to reduce in intensity [Synonyms: assuage, temper] Examples: To mollify the recent complaints from conservative parents, the school banned all female students from wearing miniskirts to school. Using fabric softener will […]
Why I Chose to Join a Toastmasters Club
Everyone has their reasons for joining a Toastmasters Club, here’s my story. I moved to France for the second, but indefinite, time for a new job. Before I realized it, I was with my line manager for my first annual review. I was pleased as peaches with the feedback but one thing took me aback. […]