Page 14 - Voices Feb 2018

FROM THE DESK

Share the Love

of Toastmasters

Emilie Taylor, DTM

Club Growth Director

February is the month of Valentine’s Day our unique journeys. Sharing an invitation with

and all the warmth “fuzzies” that come with it. just one person a week will make a big difference
Toastmasters is one of those “fuzzies”. in our clubs and District. But more importantly,
Remember how nice it was when you first it will make a big difference in those people’s
came to a Toastmasters Club meeting, all shy lives—just like it did for us. Or, reach out to

and self-conscious? Well, if you don’t, I do. You previous members “that have lost their way”
were greeted by warm smiles and acceptance. and herd them back into the fold, like a loving
Remember your Ice Breaker Speech, how scared Border Collie. Or, why not do both?
you were? Yet all the while, members gave you In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, share the

eye contact and that wink of assurance that you LOVE of Toastmasters.
wouldn’t explode on the stage? As we grow our clubs and as we charter new
How many people do you know that need clubs, let’s remember why we joined—make
more self confidence, caring, and a place where everyday a Share the Love of Toastmasters Day!

they can express themselves? We know what a Now get out there and SHARE the LOVE!!!
great GIFT Toastmasters has been for us in all

Membership renewals are

“marching” our way and will be
here soon. It’s time to “March 4th”
to your checkbook and write that
“Gift of Love” of $45 plus club dues.

Your Club Treasurer will love you
for that. And while you are feeling
the love, why not “pay it forward”
by sponsoring a new member or

two? Just might make their day.
(Renewals are due no later than
March 31, 2018.)

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