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My First Meeting Webpage

Are you looking for an easy way to explain what happens at a Toastmasters meeting to new members? Share the new My First Meeting webpage with them so they are prepared to attend their first Toastmasters meeting! If you’re still not sure what to say to a prospective member, read this Toastmaster article for tips and talking points.

Check Out These Translated Paths

Six more paths in the Pathways learning experience have been translated into Tamil! The following paths are ready for you to purchase and continue your personal and professional growth: Motivational Strategies, Innovative Planning, Strategic Relationships, Dynamic Leadership, Persuasive Influence, and Team Collaboration.

Resources

Toastmaster Online Magazine

Don’t miss the February digital edition for extra features, such as videos and audio to enhance your online experience. Go back to the basics of Base Camp with helpful videos, watch a past World Champion share a wealth of storytelling tips, and find out how to wow visitors on your club website.

Jump on the Brandwagon

Ready to create your own branded materials like fliers, newsletters, and business cards? Check out the Toastmasters Brand Manual and the Brand Portal for explanations and inspirations. Please submit a Trademark Use Request or email brand@toastmasters.org to submit your designs for approval. To determine where to submit your request, please refer to page 27 of the Brand Manual.

Tune In

Did you know The Toastmasters Podcast publishes two new episodes every month? Gain valuable insight from a variety of public speaking and communication experts, hear personal stories from members around the world, and discover more about Toastmasters International Presidents, Accredited Speakers, and World Champions. Do you have a great idea for a podcast? Enter this contest now through February 9.

Reminders

Send Us Your Photos

Is your club back to meeting in person? Have you recently traveled on vacation with your digital Toastmaster magazine? Maybe you and your mentor finally met up for that lunch. Send your creative high-res photos to photos@toastmasters.org for an opportunity to be published in an upcoming issue.

District Elections Deadlines

If you know someone who would like to take on a District leadership opportunity, encourage them to submit their District Leader Nominating Form to the District Leadership Committee Chair. Check with your District Director or District Leadership Committee Chair to confirm the deadline to submit the form. Please refer to Protocol 9.0: District Campaigns and Elections if you have additional questions about the process.

Speech Contest Questions

As you move through your club speech contests, please refer to our Speech Contests webpage for helpful resources and answers to frequently asked questions. You may also submit your questions to speechcontests@toastmasters.org.