Category Archives: Leadership

What’s in a Ribbon?

Posted on January 8, 2022 by Jenny Harris

It was Wednesday 15th December 2021, when our Lovely Area 39 Director and Delightful Division E Director came to visit the club. At the end of the meeting, they presented us with the President’s Distinguished Club ribbon for 2020-2021. Like … Continue reading →

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From Fear and Overwhelm to Focus and Opportunity

Posted on April 30, 2020 by admin

At Shropshire Speakers, we hosted another online meeting on Wednesday April 15th. One of our more experienced speakers, Mags O’Brien, delivered an excellent speech which is now available on YouTube. During this speech, Mags draws on her professional and personal … Continue reading →

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A Toastmaster’s Journey

Posted on April 2, 2018 by admin

One of the main benefits of Toastmasters is that there is a structured plan for learning and development available to all members.  This includes practical tasks specifically designed to improve Public Speaking and Leadership skills. Toastmasters is currently in the … Continue reading →

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The Double Delight Leadership Summit

Posted on March 28, 2016 by Jenny Harris

Its a winner ! Great idea! The Double Delight Leadership Summit was a joint training event held in a meeting room  at The Clock Warehouse in Derby  home of  East Midlands speakers  .  A picturesque pub on the  canal side with … Continue reading →

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Youth Leadership Programme in Telford

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Jenny Harris

The Youth Leadership Programme (YLP) opens up a unique learning opportunity for both students and Toastmasters.  It offers  under 18’s of any ability the skills to find their voice, from Toastmasters that were once upon a time in their shoes. The YLP is … Continue reading →

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Landmarks, Hares, Ear Muffs and Hats

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Jenny Harris

This is an amalgamation of the last few meetings at Shropshire speakers and my what a busy time we have been having lately.  Lots of visitors attending having discovered us on the internet, gently suggested by bosses or encouraged by … Continue reading →

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Area 39 Director – Sam Warner

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Jenny Harris

I took the opportunity to go with Sam to see how a neighbouring club runs an evening and on the journey over I thought I would interview Sam in her new role.   Jenny : What exactly does the role … Continue reading →

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