Toastmasters UK North & Ireland

Meeting expectations at Division D

Division D delivered Club Officers Training Part 1 (COT-1) at Kavanagh’s in Portlaoise on Saturday morning. 55 registered, 42 turned up. Some enthusiastic responses included:“Fantastic Div D COT today! I met new people and even learned something new.”“Today was a great day. The event was very well organised and the turnout was excellent.”The event was … Read more

Club Officer Training – The Triple A Experience

Many remember their first Toastmasters speech. But do you remember your first Toastmasters committee role? As a first-time Vice President of Public Relations (VPPR) for my club, Chelmsford City Communicators, the responsibility initially seemed daunting. Thankfully, help was on hand through Club Officer Training (COT). Kalpana Ramesh, Division H Director, organised District 71’s first in-person … Read more

Become Part of the 1%

DTM Medallion

If you are working towards your DTM, becoming a Club Coach is one of the most rewarding ways to join an elite group of Toastmasters. District 71 is looking for energetic members to share their knowledge and experience with clubs who need a little extra support. As a coach, you will work side-by-side with club … Read more

Why the Organisations Winning on Culture Are Investing in Communication First

Meeting people

In 2024, the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development published research showing that communication skills topped the list of leadership competencies most cited as lacking across UK organisations. Not technical expertise. Not strategic thinking. Not financial acumen. Communication. This was not a surprise to those of us who spend time inside boardrooms, training rooms, and … Read more