Writing for the Commander: Vignettes from a Pacific Fleet Speechwriter In today’s episode of D27 Discuss With Us, you will listen to Us Navy Commander Jason Garrett present his experience writing speeches for two naval admirals. As a former Toastmaster, he will address how actively honing his communication skills enhances his career and how he developed his…
Spotlight on DTM Masters Today we interview members of DTM Masters, an advanced Toastmasters club, to discuss the benefits of joining an advanced club. DTM Masters will discuss how it is unique compared to a general club, how the club contributed to the District, and the “What’s In It For Me” that every Toastmaster would…
An Inside Look Into the Journey of a World Champion of Public Speaking Pres Vasilev rose above 30,000 contestants from 122 countries to become the 2013 World Champion of Public Speaking. He is the author of the popular online training program “How to Master Compelling Storytelling.” For over a decade, Pres has studied, researched, and…
Cultural Diversity in Toastmasters Club and Beyond Cultural diversity surrounds us everywhere. Toastmasters International is an international non-profit organization which membership base includes representatives from all over the world. We might work for an international organization with a diverse range of co-workers or clients. Friends and in-laws might come from a different cultural background. Can…
Advantages of Promoting Diversity in the Workplace This podcast will discuss the advantages of diversity in the workplace with Linda Zhou. A diverse workplace employs people of different genders, ages, races, cultural backgrounds, languages and national origins. Workplace diversity offers many advantages: Broadened problem-solving and creativity: A diverse workforce bring a wide array of experience,…
Appreciating Generational Differences in Toastmasters Today, Baby Boomers, Generation Xers, Millennials, and soon Generation Z will all work together to accomplish common Toastmaster organizational goals. With differences in each of these generation’s viewpoints, upbringings, culture, ideas, beliefs, and experiences, you are likely to see some tiffs or clashes within Toastmasters. Sharon Anita Hill, DTM, PID,…
Tips and Tricks for Presenting Virtually: A Two-Part Series Excellent public speaking is a desirable skill that we all try to attain. With the current shift to the virtual world, this allows us to explore new opportunities and avenues. Be it professional, conducting a presentation, or meeting online, how do we deliver our message most…
Being a TOP HAT leader with Charles S. Gates, Immediate Past Region 7 Advisor New Jersey native, Charles S. Gates is an entrepreneur, coach, trainer, emcee and transformational speaker. Charles takes his audience and clients from mundane to magnificent, using his TOP HAT leadership philosophy. His high-energy presentations and workshops are fun, in-your-face, and memorable.…
Interview with 98-year-old Helen Burkett, 13 DTM Achiever Just celebrating her 98th birthday, long-time member Helen Burkett discuses the challenges and her journey as being one of the first few females who joined Toastmasters and how she took that experience to receive her 13th DTM award. https://d27-tm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Interview-with-98-year-old-Helen-Burkett-1.mp3
Insider View with Toastmasters International Second Vice President Matt Kinsey Matt Kinsey, DTM, of Coral Springs, Florida, is the CEO of MK Tech Group in Coral Springs, Florida, which he started in 2007. Kinsey oversees all aspects of his IT consulting firm that services small and medium-sized businesses in the South Florida area. Kinsey holds…