I am pleased to announce the District Marketing Committee's 3rd. Quarter Challenge from Jan-1-10 to Mar-31-10. This is a follow-up to the 1st. and 2nd Quarter District Marketing Committee's Challenges.
For the Three Top Clubs in the District that recruits the most new members above 20, they will receive a special prize.
For Clubs who have recruited 20 or more new members but missed out on the top 3 prizes, they will receive a special award.
There is also a Special Trophy awarded to the first Division whose clubs have paid their dues by April 1st. 2010.
Talk Up Toastmasters Membership Campaign (Feb – Mar)
Area level Table Topics & International Speech Contests
Collect semi-annual dues from members
Review club’s goals and progress in the Distinguished Club Program towards 31Mar target for DCP & District Awards presentation by International President
# Add 5 new members and Win the “Talk Up Toastmasters” Award ** Reach out to more people – build new clubs
Calling for Nominations of District Officers 2010-2011
Written by IPDG Goh Wei Koon DTM
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
"Most important, leaders can conceive and articulate goals that lift people out of their petty preoccupations and unite them in pursuit of objectives worthy of their best efforts." - John Gardner
The District leadership is perhaps one of the most fulfilling leadership journey that you experience. As a district leader, you are part of the driving force with a noble mission: To help more men and women learn the arts of speaking, listening and thinking – vital skills that promote self-actualization, enhance leadership potential, foster human understanding and contribute to the betterment of mankind.
Every year, as part of the leadership renewal process, the district holds the electoral process to select the right leaders to best serve the district and members and in ensuring the long term success of the district.
It is my pleasure to announce that our IPDG Goh Wei Koon, DTM, has kindly accepted the nomination as the District Nominating Chair for the forthcoming nomination season.
The Nominating Chair will be in charge of nomination for the following offices for the term 2010-2011: 1) District Governor; 2) Lieutenant Governor Education & Training; 3) Lieutenant Governor Marketing; and 4) Division Governors (with the exception of Divisions H & K).
The following three offices will, in accordance with the district practice, be by appointment: 1) District Public Relations Officer; 2) District Secretary; and 3) District Treasurer.
Election of Area Governors will be dealt with in a separate announcement.
More details about the nomination will be broadcast in due course. Meantime, those who are interested in running for any of the above elected offices may wish to familiarise themselves with the policies and procedures concerning district election.
Thank you for being with us on this Toastmasters journey, a journey to self-enrichment and self-fulfillment.
With the lapse of 2009, we have just passed the mid-point of the current term. This is a time for reflection.
As at 24.12.2009, we, District 80, ranked 12 worldwide in terms of both paid clubs and membership payments. As compared to the other Districts in the world, we have been able to keep ourselves on track. Let us give ourselves a pat on the back and say: “Well done!”
On educational achievement, we ranked 63 and 65 on Competent Communicators (144 CCs) and Advanced Communicators (56 ACs) awards respectively. In other words, we have not been working very hard in achieving our educational goals.
Don’t despair. The good news is: We still have another 6 months to catch up. For the next 6 months, let us do the following:
Call your Club Vice President Education saying that you want to present your project speech in the club chapter meeting.
Accord priority to attending club chapter meetings.
Volunteer to take up roles in chapter meetings.
Above all, remember to renew your Toastmasters promise.
Let us prove that we can do it!
A new year is like a new book. When we open it, all the pages are blank. What will subsequently be written down will be determined by our decision and action. To achieve your educational goals will definitely make the district performance look good, but this is secondary. The most important thing is that because you continue to practise, you will improve in your communication skills, i.e. you benefit from the Toastmasters program.
As quoted by Oprah Winfrey, "Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right." Let us celebrate the coming of year 2010, and get our educational goals right!
Wish you all an awesome, fabulous, and prosperous new year!
Best regards,
Edward Ma, DTM District Governor District Theme: Toastmasters – Renew Your Promise!
Renew Your Promise – Do It Now!
Written by DG Edward Ma DTM
Friday, 10 July 2009
July is always special to us. It marks the end of the first six months of the year, and beacons the need to buck up and to catch up. More importantly it signifies the beginning of a new Toastmasters year!
The month of July this year is especially meaningful to me:
I am grateful for the faith our past district leaders have on me.
I am grateful for the support and trust from our Members.
I am grateful for the competent district administration team rallying behind me.
I am grateful for the opportunity given to me to serve.
I shall be even more grateful if all our Members subscribe to our 2009 – 2010 District Theme – “Renew Your Promise”, take it seriously, and put it into action:
“As a member of Toastmasters International and my club, I promise...
To attend club meetings regularly;
To prepare all my speech and leadership projects to the best of my ability, basing them on projects in the Competent Communication, Advanced Communication Series or Competent Leadership manuals;
To prepare for and fulfill meeting assignments;
To provide fellow members and helpful, constructive evaluations;
To help the club maintain the positive, friendly environment necessary for all members to learn and grow;
To serve my club as an officer when called upon to do so;
To treat my fellow club members and our guests with respect and courtesy;
To bring guests to club meetings so they can see the benefits Toastmasters membership offers;
To adhere to the guidelines and rules for all Toastmasters educational and recognition programs;
To maintain honest and highly ethical standards during the conduct of all Toastmasters activities."
All the tasks in The Toastmaster’s Promise are never challenging as long as we accept them whole-heartedly and make it a habit in practising them. When we keep our promise, we will be able to achieve what we have aspired to become. Clubs will be more vibrant and productive. Continuous growth, either at club level or in personal context, is guaranteed. Everyone will benefit from the Toastmasters program and enjoy being on the journey.
Fellow Members,
What are you waiting for? Renew Your Promise – Do It Now!
