Wednesday Wisdom
Story of Confidence
Watch Toastmaster of the Day Distinguished Toastmaster Akshay Singh reveal the story of confidence through a regular Toastmasters Meeting—experience how a Toastmaster Meeting can be a platform for building confidence and personal growth.
Use of AI and ChatGPT in Speech Writing
Introducing Episode 19 of Wednesday Wisdom, where we delved into how one can complement their efforts in writing speech with the help of AI and ChatGPT. The panel discussion was moderated by Pallavi Murarka featuring insightful contributions from panelists Sudha Wariar and Ranganathan Ramani Dive into the recording to discover how to use AI and Chat GPT.
Humour is a Serious Business
Introducing Episode 18 of Wednesday Wisdom, where we delved into how to sprinkle humour to engage your audience. The panel discussion was moderated by Aarthi R, featuring insightful contributions from panelists Avinash Singh, DTM, and Kriti Prajapati. Dive into the recording to discover how humour can be used to engage your audience.
Crafting Influence
Introducing Episode 17 of Wednesday Wisdom, where we delved into the notion that effective communication is a cultivated art, and influence is a honed craft. The panel discussion, moderated by Chintan Sheth, featured insightful contributions from panelists Sangeethasruthi S and Preeti Pathak. Dive into the recording to discover the potency of communication as an art form and the mastery of influence as a practiced skill.
The Multi-Lingual Toastmaster
Presenting to you, Episode 16 of Wednesday Wisdom which explored the life of a multi-lingual Toastmasters from across different states (and even Toastmasters Districts), Shalini Gandham, DTM, and Manideep Kanagala DTM, with our moderator Kavitha Kannan, DTM
Watch the recording and explore languages beyond the one of Love.
Club Growth and Sustenance
A successful club is a strategically planned club.
Presenting to you, Episode 15 of Wednesday Wisdom which was a value-packed session on Club Growth & Sustenance Shweta Vatsaraj and Biswajit Adhikari DTM, moderated by Kalyani Gaikwad
Watch the recording and work towards making a successful club
Chief Judge and Voting Judges Training
With the Contest Season around the corner, you may be wondering what it takes to serve as a CJ (Chief Judge) or a VJ (Voting Judge a.k.a. Secret Squad)!
Presenting to you, Episode 14 of Wednesday Wisdom, covering key aspects of all questions around the role of a CJ and a VJ.
Watch the recording and plan your club contests.
The Kahaani of IPL
District Director, Hardik Shah moderated an engaging panel discussion to discuss interesting facts about Kahaaनी and IPL featuring panelists Hardik Lashkari and Jyot TalrejaDid you miss the live session? Watch the full recording of the panel discussion
Selecting the Elective
Kartiki Avinash Gaikwad moderated an engaging and insightful panel discussion on selecting the elective in Pathways featuring panelists Santosh Akella, DTM along Jyoti Bhat, DTM.
Missed the live session? Watch the full recording of the panel discussion
“The confusion surrounding “Selecting the Electives” was resolved through this session.
Leading the panel discussion and gaining knowledgefrom the accomplished Toastmasters was an amazing experience.
I’m grateful to d98 for this fantastic chance. ”Moderator Testimonial Kartiki Avinash Gaikwad
Path to take : Communication and/or Leadership
Manita Gupta moderated an engaging and insightful panel discussion on which path to take Communication and/or Leadership as a Toastmaster exploring opportunities and learnings featuring panelists Vinay Srivastava, DTM, and Dr. Gayatri Deshmukh, DTM.
Did you miss the live session? Watch the full recording of the panel discussion
“I am grateful for this opportunity to moderate the Wednesday Wisdom session.It was a wonderful experience to interact with the panelists and the audience and to learn from their insights and feedback.I appreciate the guidance and support from PQD Sunita Vinod and DTM Arvind Nair.
So here I completed 1 project from Level 5 and got an opportunity to be evaluated by DTM Avinash Singh.
The Wednesday Wisdom session was a valuable platform for me to enhance my skills and contribute to the Toastmasters community.
It was an incredible experience, thank you for trusting me for this role.”Moderator Testimonial Manita Gupta
Speech Writing and Delivery
Shaukat Lokhandwala, DTM moderated an engaging and insightful panel discussion on speech writing and delivering featuring panelists Pinky Bahroos DTM a Toastmaster and Top Motivational Speaking Voice on LinkedIn, and Ganesh Iyer, a Toastmasters, open mic artist, and champion of International Speech Contest and Humorous Speech Contest in the year 2019 District 98.
Missed the live session? Watch the full recording of the panel discussion
“Super tips from experienced panellists on speech writing and delivery!Great learnings and takeaways!Kudos to the District 98 team for organizing such wonderful events.”Moderator Testimonial Shaukat Lokhandwala DTM
Organizing Fun Meetings and More
Abhishek Kumar moderated an engaging and insightful panel discussion on fun meetings and more featuring panelists Ramananad Bhatt, a Past Area Director, and Sunish Babu, a Past Division Director, both being 5-time Club Officers. Missed the live session? Watch the full recording of the panel discussion
“It feels magical, I can’t believe that I’ve already completed one project!Thank you for the opportunity I have so many takeaways after hosting today’s session.I can see the contribution directly towards my learning and confidence building.”Moderator Testimonial Abhishek Kumar
CREATIVE MEETINGS from PANEL DISCUSSION
If you wish to deep dive into an exhaustive list of creative meetings designed
to inspire innovation and collaboration among members of your club