Upcoming Training and Contests by Jacqueline Smith, PQD
Beginning in early 2020, District 26 will begin the much-anticipated contest season. In order for our members to be eligible to participate in contests at any level (club, area, division or district) the member must be in good standing, that is, the member’s dues must be paid. Moreover, the club must also be in good standing, that is a minimum of 8 payments, with 3 of said payments from renewing members, must also be recorded in order for any member to be eligible for contests.
Now is the Time to Step Into Mentorship by Coaching a Club by Victoria Cox, Club Growth Director
October 1st deadline for re-enrollment has come and gone.
It would appear that several clubs in all areas are in need of more members.
We all bring a special talent to our clubs and now is the time to share your knowledge.
Toastmaster on the Move: David Rhodes, ALB, ACB
David Rhodes, ALB, ACB our new VP for membership, at CSU Toastmasters was selected as one of seven speakers for the Aug. 21 Storytellers Project night at Spring Canyon Community Park hosted by the Coloradoan. The club David attends is CSU Toastmaster 647252....
Will it Take An Engraved Invitation? by Keith Horowitz, PRM
What will it take to get guests in the door? How about an engraved invitation? While that might work, it is probably not the best approach. A key part of getting guests is to be inviting, in all senses of the word.
WHQ Releases New Banner… by Mike Akins, District Director
WHQ releases new banner... Eight years ago! I would like to draw your attention to an important branding topic: club banners. In an attempt to bring all clubs up to WHQ's standards regarding banner usage, the District offered many incentives last year to purchase...
Happenings Around the District by Jacqueline Smith, PQD
Greetings, we had a fabulous Hall of Fame event on October 12, 2019 at the Comedy Works South in Greenwood Village. We honored the multiple accomplishments of Toastmasters’ across the District as well as “roasted” Immediate Past District Director, Marcia Wood DTM. You may find an online copy to the program with a list of all of the honorees here.
Toastmaster on the Move: Jeremy Levy, CC
Jeremy Levy, CC has been a Toastmaster for about 5 years. He is a member of Toastability.
When he began he was shy and soft spoken. Our club has watched him grow into the confident young man.
Solicitation for Conference Chair by Jacqueline Smith, DTM, PQD 2019-2020
Are you seeking to complete your DTM under the Traditional System before June 2020? Are you needing an HPL project? Perhaps you are seeking to expand your leadership skills and/or you find excitement in event planning. If so, I have a potential opportunity for you....
Using Public Relations Connecting to Guests By Keith Horowitz
Getting guests in the door is key to club health. Public Relations, also known as marketing, is the first stage in the membership pipeline. Each club has an officer, the VP Public Relations, who is responsible for coordinating the beam of information to get people in...
Expand Your Horizons by JP Bachmann
Most people join Toastmasters to grow their communication skills, but many like me have discovered that there is much more. At the 2019 World Convention, my eyes were opened to the expanded potential that TI really offers. As the District Finance Manager, I felt like...
Guest Post Submission
Guest Post - Rules
District 26 Toastmasters Blog Article Submission Requirements:
Articles must be no more than 350-400 words and must include two images: one headshot and one for the article.
- Email address
- Full Name
The following is your information and if this is for another person their info as well:
- Toastmasters Awards (CC, CL, DTM, Speech Contests, etc.)
- Club Name(s) and offices held
- Club(s) Social Media Links (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)
- Your Social Media Links (up to 3 accounts)
- About You(person or thing it is about) (150 words)
- Relevant Links for the Article
- Got Images? (One Headshot + One for the Blog Post Banner Image)
Send Your Post Requests to:
You may send posts for review to PRM Keith Horowitz TM[at]nullwitzabout.com
NOTE: Read the “Guest Post Rules” section above before posting. Submissions that do not follow these rules and standards will be rejected.
