Kylie's report on Training at Chermside

With three winter training dates on offer, I attended an evening session on Thursday 1 July at Chermside.  An overview of each club officer role was provided to all, rather than breaking into groups - given a Toastmaster Club operates best with teamwork, I found it really useful to learn about all the roles.

In particular for the VPPR role I learned the importance of marketing and public relations to ensure viable club numbers; various ways to promote the club to non-members, members and previous guests; the need for consistency of the message; and where to go for further information and ideas.  One tip I particularly liked was to advertise a "free meeting for guests".

I also really enjoyed meeting other Toastmasters and members of area and district executive.  

This photo is of Kris and Sue from Peninsula Toastmasters,Kylie, and Inga from Queensland Rail Toastmasters (who have one hour lunch meetings).