Sunday, 24 August 2025

From Timaru to Philadelphia

 


Toastmasters gives you so many opportunities! And traveling and connecting with Toastmasters around the world 🌎 was something that I did not even contemplate when I first joined!

As a District leader, I am privileged to get the opportunity to attend training, twice a year as well as the International Convention. Here are some of the key take aways from the experience.

☆ The main thing, is to keep the main thing, the main thing!

This statement refers to the Toastmasters District mission ' We build new clubs, and support all clubs in achieving excellence'. It is a reminder to not be distracted by other issues, and to concentrate on the district mission.

☆ See it, own it, solve it, do it!

This phrase is part of the Oz Principle accountability model, a well-known framework.

1. See it – Recognize and acknowledge the problem, challenge, or opportunity.

2. Own it – Take personal responsibility for addressing it (instead of passing the blame).

3. Solve it – Come up with solutions and figure out how to fix it.

4. Do it – Take action and follow through on the solution.

☆ When you stop understanding your impact, you start thinking you don't matter.

This was a statement during a dismantling burnout session by Cait Donovan. She broke down everything into small pieces which made it a lot easier to absorb and understand 💯 

As well as all the training sessions, I had the opportunity to share ideas with other District leaders. Having this time is so valuable, and I am looking forward to sharing my learnings with my club and beyond 💙 😊 


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From Timaru to Philadelphia

  Toastmasters gives you so many opportunities! And traveling and connecting with Toastmasters around the world 🌎 was something that I did ...