From a Covid-era idea to a much-loved District 71 tradition 16 August 2020. The world was in lockdown, Toastmasters meetings had moved online, and staying connected had never been more important. It was against this backdrop that the Sunday Leadership Series was born. The brainchild of then Public Relations Manager Elizabeth Jordan, the idea was … Read more
Congratulations to the 176 clubs that qualified for the Here to Stay award. To qualify, a club needed to renew at least 50% of the members it had on 1 July. The more members a club renewed, the more entries it earned into the prize draw. 100% renewed: 9 clubs (6 entries each) Castleknock Toastmasters … Read more
We held an improv workshop, led by local theatre company Stand Easy Productions to help us develop our impromptu speaking skills. The evening was both great fun and highly informative, giving us new ideas to take away and incorporate into our future meetings. The workshop was also valuable in generating interest in our club in … Read more
Three simple actions to help set up your club for success in this program year
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
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
No Excuses Online Toastmasters Club is introducing a new initiative to recognise members who step outside their comfort zone and take on a meeting role for the first time. Members completing a role for the first time will receive a certificate recognising their achievement. The initiative is designed to encourage greater participation across the club, … Read more
As Celebration is as important as Recognition, as many of the 2026 Rose Conference Core Team team who could attend recently took a trip with Howth Cliff Cruises followed by a fish and chip supper. – with Michael McCann Olga Byrne Jillian Geraghty Linda Devlin David Clinton Mary Clinton James Finnegan. Not in the photo … Read more
Are you loving your time at your local club and keen to introduce it to your colleagues at work? The Corporate Club Growth Team are keen to hear from you. We’ll make it as easy as possible, all you need to do is send an email to your HR manager and we’ll take it from … Read more
Clondalkin Talkin’ Toastmasters was delighted to be recognised as a Smedley Distinguished Club for 2025–2026.This achievement reflects a successful year for the club and, in particular, the commitment of our members to their personal development, educational goals and the continued growth and strength of the club.For Clondalkin Talkin’, receiving Smedley Distinguished recognition is something we … Read more