‘Twas the night before Christmas, all through D25 land, Toastmasters paused meetings, agendas unplanned. The gavel was resting, the lectern stood still, As members dreamed sweetly of growth, goals, and skills. But I, Santa Chuck, by the glow of my screen, Now writing this letter with cheer in between. Not a checklist or report, not…
by Denise McConnell DTM District Director Laurie McKee joined our TLI team in September, and from day one, she brought a spark of energy and a level of organization that transformed the way we work. Stepping into a new process is never easy, especially when it involves navigating a maze of Excel spreadsheets used to…
by Jacquelyn Martin DTM Division F Director December can be a crazy time of year between preparing for guests, attending a plethora of holiday parties, and getting all of those gifts purchased and wrapped. With everything else on your plate, it is easy to neglect your Toastmasters responsibilities. Let me encourage you to stay engaged…
by Michelle Bayes DTM Club Growth Director District 25 Toastmasters, let’s take a close look at what sets thriving clubs apart and how we can proactively support those facing challenges. Successful clubs often share several key traits: they actively engage members, deliver strong speeches, celebrate both big and small achievements, and foster a positive, inclusive…
by Denise McConnell DTM District Director District 25 members and leaders, we are united by a powerful dual purpose. Our mission is clear: We build new clubs and support all clubs in achieving excellence. That mission is the engine of our growth. But how do we sustain that engine? By embracing our District Focus: Becoming…
by The Members of Amarillo Toastmasters Recently, the members of Amarillo Toastmasters were asked two interesting questions. Why are you a member of the oldest club in Texas? What drew you into this club? Here are some of their answers! “I feel too new to know the answer to the first question and will leave…
by Kelsey Dean Think you’ve nailed public speaking? Think again! Advanced Toastmasters Clubs are where confident communicators and leaders go to turn their skills up a notch – a place to experiment, challenge themselves, and maybe even laugh at a few speech bloopers along the way. These aren’t your typical Toastmasters meetings. You won’t find…
by Kelsey Dean Summit Manager Wow — what an incredible honor it was to lead this year’s Summit Team! When I first said yes, I thought, “Okay, this’ll be fun – we’ll plan a few sessions, make some calls, and put on a great event.” What I didn’t realize was how much heart, creativity, and…
By Joyce Piñero “Everything you ever want is on the other side of fear,” is DTM Patty Wyatt’s mantra. The words hang on her bathroom mirror, reminding her every day. Patty attended Toastmasters for the first time in 1998, but was so paralyzed by fear that she did not return for twenty years. In 2018,…
