Identifying Club Coaches Lorraine Wheatley CC, ALB
IDENTIFYING LEADERS
Experienced Toastmaster who volunteers to help a club with less than 12 members. NOT a member of the club Able to look at the club objectively Observes and assesses the club, determines what is holding it back from success What is a Club Coach?
Works with the club towards the goal of Distinguished Club status Guides the club members to take on the responsibility for their own success What is a Club Coach?
Friendly Sincere Good Listener Trustworthy Dependable Focused Patient Identifying Qualities for Club Coaches
Good communication skills Problem Solver/Resourceful Motivating and Encouraging Dependable Leader in the club (not necessarily a club officer) A potential leader! Identifying Qualities for Club Coaches
3 Develop their team-building skills Expand their leadership experience Increase their proficiency as a facilitator & negotiator Look for members who may wish to:
3 Be willing to share their expertise Be willing to invest in the future of fellow Toastmasters Earn credit towards their Advanced Leader Silver (ALS) award Look for members who may wish to:
Always look for potential leaders in every member you meet during your club visits. Encourage Leadership
Who do you know?
3 YES! It is a Win-Win as a Club Coach Work with a club in Your Area Visiting the club already as an Area Governor Club and Area will be stronger with your support Can I be a Club Coach?
3 Engage the club in activities outside the club “Hands-on” approach Speaking and Leadership opportunities Can I be a Club Coach?
3 Say YES! Get approval and commitment from the club executive Complete coach appointment form Submit to Next Steps?
YOU ARE A LEADER
QUESTIONS?