By Tamar Clarke, DTMJuly 25, 2009
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Purpose Covering the basic program and manuals Structure of the organization Toastmaster values Toastmaster calendar Initial mentoring/guidance Meeting protocol and club policies Wrapping it up
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• Getting to know the new toastmaster• Finding out what they need• Showing them how Toastmasters can help
them with their personal and professional goals; what Toastmasters can offer them
• Explaining what our expectations are • Eases the transition for the new member
into the club• Promote a positive experience for both the
club and new member
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Club level Area level Division level District level Regional level
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Respect Integrity Strive for excellence Service to others
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• Six month or 12 month calendar for officers– Six months for clubs that meet weekly– 12 months for clubs that meet biweekly
• Dues are on a six month schedule– April 1 thru September 30–October 1 thru March 31
• Contest schedule– Fall has the Humorous and Table Topics Contests– Spring has the International and Evaluation
Contests
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Cover the icebreaker speech Cover what topics to select
◦ Talk about things you know a lot about Which topics to avoid
◦ The three B’s (Bathroom, Bedroom, Bar)◦ Politically sensitive topics◦ Avoiding negative issues about people
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• Sample speeches– Icebreaker– Advanced speech
• Organization speech chart• Speech tips• Mentoring program• Attendance• Is this club location and time suitable?
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Signing up for meeting and speaking roles What to do if you are unable to fulfill a role Doing one speech a month Club policies
◦ Three speeches before being an evaluator◦ Five speeches before being a TMOD or TMOE
Club website (if available)
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• Promotes long term club membership and club health
• Promotes a better learning experience and member growth
• It is an enjoyable experience getting to know new toastmasters
• You want the toastmaster experience to be a pleasant and rewarding experience for both the club/organization and the new toastmaster member.
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For more questions, my contact information is:◦ [email protected]
◦ Note: Updated Contact Information 9/27/2013◦ In District 36, Region 7
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