Whether you’re a Toastmasters novice or a seasoned speaker, the journey toward mastering communication and leadership is an ongoing adventure. As you progress in your Toastmasters experience, you might crave more challenges and opportunities to hone your skills. Fortunately, the Toastmasters community extends beyond your home club, offering plenty of resources to help you grow.

Here’s a list of educational resources and opportunities available to all Toastmasters in District 42:

• Monthly Pathway Orientation
• Public Relation Mastermind
• Monthly Club Coach Mastermind and Mentoring
• Club Officer Training: Dive into the intricacies of your officer role, gain inspiration from peers, and build a valuable network. Sessions are offered in two rounds annually between June-August and November-February.
• Visit Other Clubs: Uncover the diverse dynamics of different clubs, whether they focus on speech contests, Tedx Talks, astrology, writing, storytelling, or DTM masterminds.
• Educational Sessions: Participate in sessions covering speaking, leadership, club building, and more.

In addition to the leadership roles of Division Directors and Area Directors that contribute to developing leadership skills, have you considered applying or expressing interest in a professional practice? Opportunities include roles in finance, webmaster, tech support, conference planning, parliamentarian services, coaching, writing and publication, marketing, social media communication, auditing, program alignment, and youth education.

Volunteering is an excellent way to practice and learn from others. Consider getting involved in:

• Community Booths: Engage with university events, cultural gatherings, and community events.
• Conferences: Immerse yourself in the rich learning environment of Toastmasters conferences.
• Contests: Challenge yourself and witness the talents of others at Area, Division and District contests.
• Club Open Houses: Explore and share the unique offerings of different clubs.

Stay updated on these opportunities by checking the D42 Website and following us on Facebook. Your Toastmasters journey is not confined to a single club; venture out, embrace new challenges, and unlock the boundless potential of Toastmasters.

Daisy Wei, DTM
D42 Program Quality Director