Table Topics isn't just the most fun part of many meetings, it's a great way to build cohesion among members and it's a less threatening way to develop the same communication skills we use during interviews.  No wonder it's a fundamental part of Toastmasters!  (Spoiler alert: it's also one of our spring contests!) Let's go […]

Hybrid, in-person component in Northern Division

Mentoring builds new skills in experienced Toastmasters, it focuses and supports new Toastmasters, and it can build longevity and goal-focused culture for your club!  How can you bring a mentoring program to your club?  Susan Brushafer, Division A Director and experienced mentoring program creator, will share her tools and ideas for community and corporate clubs. […]

This isn't a breakaway Marvel Universe movie coming out soon! High Performance Leadership projects are required in half the paths out there, and Distinguished Toastmaster projects are one of the requirements for the revered Distinguished Toastmaster Award.  Find out what they are, what's required, and in some cases how you can even get access to […]

Many clubs use Free Toast Host to keep their agenda sign up, club communication and some marketing materials all in one place, but sometimes it's not completely intuitive.  Let's walk through some of those FTH challenges and improve your productivity!  We will start the meeting with basics, but as we may get into some specifics, […]

This is not a club officer training nor Toastmasters Leadership institute. How do you lead?  How do you want to lead?  Toastmasters is a safe place to practice new leadership skills, and we're going to hear about tools and practices to bring your leadership game to the top. Team building Sharing vision Building consensus How […]

Virtual Only

Contests are the REAL public speaking opportunity in Toastmasters!  You're up there in front of people you don't know, you'll probably do the speech a couple times improving it, and there you are on stage!  Or you're behind the scenes making it possible for your fellow Toastmasters to step up their skills and deliver a […]

🌟 Join Us for the District 35 Toastmasters Leadership Institute! 🌟 📍 Location: Madison Pinney Library 516 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI 🗓 Date: Saturday, November 16 🕒 Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM $ Cost: FREE This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to share best practices, brainstorm processes, and connect with fellow Toastmasters from across the District. This TLI is also officer training […]

Join Bryson Bernarde for some great information on club PR!  Attract new members and get information out on social media. Think about marketing your club! Get your whole team together. This may be aimed at VPPRs but all are welcome! See you on Zoom!