Toastmasters for me was just as a guest for the first 2/3 meetings. I only needed to bring myself. They have a book as a guide to go by as far as giving speeches. Your club will determine how much its used. From what I've learned its an individual club thing.
Everything worth while takes time...a couple of years ago I started the accelerator and stopped for a couple months. I asked if I should pick up where I left off or start again. Per Alex he said to pick up where I left off and my mind will fill the gaps. So don't beat yourself up over not doing it everyday. I try to but its not always realistic.
I have started mine too, I am waiting to hear feed back from people who are reading this thread...is it stepping on toes to post my progress here too? I think its a fitting place but I don't want to take away from prosperityloves work.
