Toastmasters 101

Level 1 sounds… basic.  Like boot camp.  Where you start. Level 1 Confusion This is your first introduction to the education program and to be honest, I found it very confusing at the start.  I didn’t understand how the projects worked and was often struggling with them.  At the rollout of Pathways, nobody had any … Continue reading "Ice Breaker: Everyone’s Project 1"

Level 1 sounds… basic.  Like boot camp.  Where you start. Level 1 Confusion This is your first introduction to the education program and to be honest, I found it very confusing at the start.  I didn’t understand how the projects worked and was often struggling with them.  At the rollout of Pathways, nobody had any … Continue reading "Ice Breaker: Everyone’s Level 1, Project 1"

You can find the list of the new Pathways options on the Toastmasters.org website.  They are usually listed in alphabetical order: Dynamic Leadership Effective Coaching Engaging Humor Innovative Planning Leadership Development Motivational Strategies Persuasive Influence Presentation Mastery Strategic Relationships Team Collaborations Visionary Communication There are two basic level pathways:  for public speaking, we’ve got Presentation … Continue reading "11 Pathways to Choose"

You can find the list of the new Pathways options on the Toastmasters.org website.  They are usually listed in alphabetical order: Dynamic Leadership Effective Coaching Engaging Humor Innovative Planning Leadership Development Motivational Strategies Persuasive Influence Presentation Mastery Strategic Relationships Team Collaborations Visionary Communication There are two basic level pathways:  for public speaking, we’ve got Presentation … Continue reading "11 Pathways to Choose"

Did you take the assessment yet? For some people, the assessment was simply a confirmation of what they want:  they came in already knowing where they want to go. But what if the assessment didn’t give you the answer you expected?  If you’re not sure or confused by the recommendations from the Assessment, you may … Continue reading "Pathways Catalog and Reference Guide"

Did you take the assessment yet? For some people, the assessment was simply a confirmation of what they want:  they came in already knowing where they want to go. But what if the assessment didn’t give you the answer you expected?  If you’re not sure or confused by the recommendations from the Assessment, you may … Continue reading "Pathways Catalog and Reference Guide"

In the last podcast, I talked about the Pathways assessment.  I mentioned you’re not stuck with their recommendations if you don’t like the results of your assessment. There are plenty of reasons not to like the choices they offer you.  A 25 question assessment is only so good.  It doesn’t read your mind or know … Continue reading "Don’t Like the Results of Your Assessment?"

In the last podcast, I talked about the Pathways assessment.  I mentioned you’re not stuck with their recommendations if you don’t like the results of your assessment. There are plenty of reasons not to like the choices they offer you.  A 25 question assessment is only so good.  It doesn’t read your mind or know … Continue reading "Don’t Like the Results of Your Assessment?"

Welcome to Toastmasters.  We’ve been a world leader in public speaking training for nearly 100 years.  But as you develop your public speaking skills, you’re going to need something else – leadership training. If you’re a communicator, you’re going to be seen as a leader.  Toastmasters has been revamping our education program to increase leadership training … Continue reading "The Assessment: How to Pick Your Pathway"

Welcome to Toastmasters.  We’ve been a world leader in public speaking training for nearly 100 years.  But as you develop your public speaking skills, you’re going to need something else – leadership training. If you’re a communicator, you’re going to be seen as a leader.  Toastmasters has been revamping our education program to increase leadership training … Continue reading "The Assessment: How to Pick Your Pathway"