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FROM THE DESK

Where Will Your GPS Take You?
by Leanna Lindquist, DTM Program Quality Director

Goal Journeys begin with a road map. Today that map is a
GPS. A GPS works for your Toastmaster journey too.

Plan Goal setting is a powerful process. Begin by thinking
about your ideal future. Where do you want to go?
Do you want to be a District speech contest winner,
Strategy a Distinguished Toastmaster, DTM, or do you want
to earn your Competent Communicator award?

When you know what you want to do you will know what you have to do. Begin by looking at the big picture. Clearly
define your goal.

Goal
• I will complete the Advanced Competent Silver award by June 30, 2016.

Plan
• Complete two advanced communication manuals – total of 10 speeches
• Deliver two speeches from Better Speaker or Successful Club Series

Strategy
• 31 weeks to achieve goal
• 12 speeches to deliver
• Deliver a speech every 2 ½ weeks
• Ask to speak at another club if my club cannot accommodate my speeches
• Ask Area Director if another club would benefit hearing a Better Speaker or Successful Club Series speech

Think back to why you joined Toastmasters. Set a goal that stays in line with the reason you joined Toastmasters.
Plan a series of small goals that must be accomplished. Develop a strategy that is realistic and allows you to be
successful.

Did You Know. . .

Is it OK to repeat manuals?
Yes, especially the Competent Communicator and Competent Leader Manuals. We have two members in our
District who have each completed over 30 CC manuals. Always carry one; you never know when you will be called
upon to give a hot seat speech. As soon as you complete a CL manual purchase a new one. After all you continue to
fill club roles. You may submit one CC and one CL award per year per club.
May I visit other clubs?
Absolutely! This is one of the best ways to grow. No two clubs are alike. Contact the club and let them know you
want to visit.
Does the District pay presenters at the conference?
No, Toastmasters International prohibits us from paying any speaker.

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