October message from DivA

Dear Div A Club Presidents,

We are approaching midterm and it is time for us to take stock of our DCP achievements. What have gone well and what can be improved further?
Perhaps you would like to share with us your success story/ies.

I am pleased to announce that they are goodies & awards to grab, at Division Level this term.

1. 100 copies of Speechcraft Participant's Handbook + Certificates of Participation, to be given to Clubs intending to conduct the Speechcraft this term. First come first serve basis.

2. 35 ring files available for your use.

3. First 35 members who register for the Moments of Truth/Mentoring Workshop & the Speakes, will receive a TM pen each.

4. Finalists of Div A Int'l Speech & Table Topics Contests 2010-11 will each receive a thumb drive.

5. Trophies (purchased from TI) for Div A Toastmaster + Area Governor of the Year 2010-11.

6. Outstanding Member Pins for the deserving members.


At District Level, you will also be recognised:

- Achieve at least 5 out of 10 goals (including 2CC, 1AC) before 31 Dec'10
- Achieve President's Distinguished Club status before the Penang Annual Convention on 29 April - 01 May '11
- Recruit the most no of new club members.
- Charter New Clubs.
- Best Website / Newsletter.
- 100% attendance in TLI (formerly COT)


It's time for Division A to move away from the old thinking of achieving ONLY at the end of the term. Let's AIM at achieving President's Distinguished Club status by 31 March 2011!!!

I know you can do it because it is sign that your club members are active and your club meetings are productive.

Believe in the power of T.E.A.M. Cheers!!!


Azizah Abu Hassan
Division A Governor 2010-11
Mobile: 019-3582477
Email: azihas2003@yahoo.com

Harnessing Enthusiasm
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Why You Should Care About The Distinguished Club Program

The DCP improves club meetings and boosts enthusiasm
By Joe McCleskey

If you've been a member for more than a few months, chances are you've heard of the Distinguished Club Program, or DCP. You may also know that each year, clubs that perform well in the DCP are recognized for their efforts and can proudly display a Distinguished, Select Distinguished or President's Distinguished ribbon on their club banner. But what's in it for you, the individual member?

Here's why focusing on your club's performance in the DCP should matter to every Toastmasters member.

The DCP promotes club quality. A club that performs well in the DCP provides a higher-quality club experience for all of its members. Each aspect of the DCP, from membership to education awards to club officer training, is designed to enhance and reinforce the supportive atmosphere for each member, every time the club meets.

The DCP ensures productive meetings. Focusing on the educational goals of the DCP will keep members moving through the education program. When people earn communication and leadership awards, they gain much more than just a certificate or points toward the DCP; they gain the satisfaction and confidence that comes from completing a goal. They also provide an inspirational example for other club members, who can see the transformation that has occurred as a direct result of Toastmasters training. Other aspects of the DCP help keep meetings productive, too. Keeping club membership at or above 20, for example, will fill club meeting roles and maintain the energy level needed for a successful meeting.

The DCP provides structure and guidance. Clubs that perform well in the DCP always know who should be doing what and when they should be doing it. The club officer training requirements of the DCP, for example, help ensure that club business is conducted fairly, efficiently and in accordance with Toastmasters policy. Similarly, the educational goals of the DCP provide direction and incentive for all members to achieve individually as well as collectively.

The DCP increases the enthusiam of the club. The goal is not for clubs to compete against one another; its for all clubs to strive to achieve the same standards of excellence. Nonetheless, striving for achievement in the DCP program is a way to engage the spirit of friendly competition that can help motivate club members to perform their duties with gusto.

So remember: When you work hard to help your club achieve in the DCP, you're not only helping your club - you're helping yourself as well.

Joe McClesky is the Manager of Educational Development at Toastmasters World Headquarters in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.


You can read this article from the Toastmaster International website. Or click HERE.

DG's October Message

Fellow Teamates

Hello... how are you doing?

WOW! Time flies and we have finished a quarter of the term!

Month of September should have been a rather busy month with us visiting Area and Division Contests. I could still remember the days I was keen to participate in contests...truly a thrilling feeling. Its not about winning that matters BUT its about participating wholeheartedly and sharing valuable messages to a much focussed crowd. As the contests are almost over, its about time for you to consider signing up for the KL Semi Annual Convention if you have not done so. It will certainly be exciting to see 10 finalists on stage at the same time competing to be the District Champion!! Hurry!!!! Sign up before the price skyrockets up.

Semi-Annual Dues had been another area of focus as we need to ensure every member renews their dues. It is our ultimate responsibility to share the benefits, inspire the members while allaying any adverse concerns, if there are, in getting 100% renewals done on time. This is the responsibility of everyone from the member right up to the DG. Practice the humbleness in simplicity to reach out to the members! The deadline may have passed, but you can still renew your dues to continue enjoying the benefits of Toastmasters. Do so now and if you need assistance, pls contact the Area Governors, Division GOvernors or Senior D51 Officers.

I am sure many of you would have witness the GREAT District Directory 2010/11 that had been compiled and coordinated under the leadership of our District Secretary, Parames. The Secretariat Team certainly deserves a great applaud from all of us for coining together the pieces of data and additional info, which now becomes very handy to us. As we always say, ggod things come in limited quantities, we are only able to supply 3 copis to each Club which we expect to be shared among the Excos / Members strictly for Toastmasters purposes only. Please respect and observe the data in strictest confidentiality.

The Amazing Benefits of Toastmasters had since made entry into some new organisations where we will soon be witnessing the birth of a few new Clubs in October - namely Taylor's University TMC (Div B), Monash Universtiy TMC (Div G), USM Students TMC (Div N) and Gold Coin Larkin TMC (Div A). Join me in welcoming them onboard our family while we continue to strive to expand the network of clubs by seizing every opportunity/lead available. Tap on the support of LGM and the district team to provide instant information to the interested parties leading to a demo meeting. This would be the least we could do in bringing the magical transformation to other's lives. Alternatively, you can provide us the leads for follow-up while we shall reciprocate your efforts by getting you involved in the whole process of chartering and subsequent recognition. GO GO GO....DO OUR BEST to BRING TOASTMASTERS to every corner of the community....

Look out for the various campaigns that are being launched in keeping all our focus on track to ACHIEVE GREATNESS TOGETHER!

Join us at the KL Semi Annual Convention for a UNIQUE District 51 Celebration!

Humbly yours,

Thannimalai L PJM, DTM
Humble & Simple District Governor 2010/11
District 51 (Peninsula Malaysia)
Toastmasters International

Bereavement

This is to express grief at the sad demise of a Toastmaster member in Malacca, Bill Sim. May the bright memories of his great deeds give peace and consolation to the family and friends; and a source of inspiration to all of us.

RIP.

Sad and shocking news

Haji Naburi ~ Area Governor G1 2010/2011 passed away yesterday, 3 October 2010.

Division A offer our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and pray for the departed soul.


~Al-Fatihah.~

A New BABY

Congratulations on the birth of a new club in Division A! ~ Gold Coin Larkin Toastmasters Club.

Kudos to CTM Ng Chee Hau from Johor Jaya Toastmasters Club as well as to those who were involved in the process!

Div51 PR's message

Dear members of District 51

Greetings from the desk of the 18th District 51 Semi Annual Convention in Kuala Lumpur!

We will be meeting together in less than 30 days. Be prepared for great moments with zeal and zest that you can't resist.

It is our pleasure to share with you the tentative Program for the Convention - the 1st Humble and Simple Convention after the re-formation of District 51. We are honored to have two VIPs to grace this meaningful occassion, plus four heavyweight Plenery Session Speakers who have accepted to be with us, and to share their expertise at the Convention. Most of you would have heard of or even know them personally. Check out the details in the attached flyer!

The latest List of Delegates (as at 28 Sep 2010) has been uploaded into our official blogspot (http://tm51connects.blogspot.com/) for your viewing. Please browse the blog now and help us to check the accuracy of your particulars. Do let us know in case of any error in your name or other details. We will rectify accordingly.

If you are a VEGETARIAN, do let us know now, so that we can make the neccessary arrangement, JUST FOR YOU.

If you have not registered for this Convention, what are you waiting for? We have so much in the pipeline for you, and your decision to sign up today will ensure you have all of them. You are just ONE STEP away from this great experience. Don't let it slip away. The registration form is also available at the Convention blogspot.

Have you booked your accommodation? If not, feel free to download the accommodation details, also from the blogspot. We are pleased that we have secured VERY ATTRACTIVE rates from Legend Hotel - for the Convention, and especially for the accommodation.

Do call us if you are not sure about how to take the next step. For your comfort and convenience, we are on call 24/7 via our mobile phones (except when at meetings)

Stay tuned, and we will get back with more exciting updates for you!

Have a scintillating day!

Humbly yours,

Lay Kun Lim
Public Relations & Publicity Director
18th D51 Semi Annual Convention
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