1. POWERFUL OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS District 42 Toastmasters All Leaders Call June 7, 2015

2. Agenda

3. What are OTY awards?  Rookie ** (present at club)  Toastmaster ** (present at club)  President  Public Relations  Area Governor  Division Governor

4. Why OTY awards?  Enthusiasm  Dedication  Leadership  Helping Others  Commitment  Example

5. How OTY awards?  Specific  Unique, creative or innovative  Improving the learning environment  Review and proof  Submit in early July  Keep a copy!

6. Key areas of OTY awards ENTHUSIASM George is a very enthusiastic member of our club. OR His energy adds a new dynamic to the club, especially his bright smile and welcoming attitude at meetings.

7. Key areas of OTY awards DEDICATION She comes to all our meetings. OR Sasha can be relied on to jump start initiatives and help out whenever or wherever needed.

8. Key areas of OTY awards LEADERSHIP Mackenzie is a strong leader. OR Her strengths in leadership are: integrity, reliability and honesty.

9. Key areas of OTY awards HELPING OTHERS Acadia likes to mentor other club members. OR She promptly and happily provides answers with accurate and helpful advice.

10. Key areas OTY awards COMMITMENT Shelley is a committed Toastmaster who is always cheerful. OR She is reliable and carries out roles with excellence offering encouragement to fellow members.

11. Key areas OTY awards EXAMPLE Hannah is a good role model for our club. OR She goes the extra mile by organizing and presenting educational seminars for our club including workshops on Evaluation and Better Judging.

12. Resources for OTY awards www.d42tm.org/formsresources/forms/302a-of-the-year/  Nomination Forms  Suggested Words  Helpful Phrases  Submission Deadlines  Steps to Award Winning Nominations

13. POWERFUL OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS Comments and Questions