Paths, Levels and Electives

Strategic Relationships

This path helps you build your skills as a leader in communication. The projects on this path focus on understanding diversity, building personal and/or professional connections with a variety of people and developing a public relations strategy. Communicating well interpersonally and as a public speaker is emphasized in each project. The path culminates in a project to apply your skills as a leader in a volunteer organization.

Five Levels

Mastering Fundamentals

Ice Breaker
Writing a Speech with Purpose
Introduction to Vocal Variety and Body Language
Evaluation and Feedback

Learning Your Style

Understanding Your Leadership Style
Active Listening
Introduction to Toastmasters Mentoring

Increasing Knowledge

Make Connections Through Networking

Choose 2 of the following:

Connect with Storytelling
Connect with Your Audience
Creating Effective Visual Aids
Deliver Social Speeches
Effective Body Language
Focus on the Positive
Inspire Your Audience
Know Your Sense of Humor
Prepare for an Interview
Understanding Vocal Variety
Using Descriptive Language
Using Presentation Software
Researching and Presenting

Building Skills

Public Relations Strategies

Choose 1 of the following:

Building a Social Media Presence
Create a Podcast
Manage Online Meetings
Manage Projects Successfully
Managing a Difficult Audience
Question-and-Answer Session
Write a Compelling Blog

Demonstrating Expertise

Leading in Your Volunteer Organization
Reflect on Your Path

Choose 1 of the following:

Ethical Leadership
High Performance Leadership
Lessons Learned
Moderate a Panel Discussion
Prepare to Speak Professionally

Quick Links

Scared of Public Speaking?

Learn why giving speeches can be terrifying and how to calm the fear.

Read now

Hybrid Meeting Tips

Learn how to run a successful hybrid meeting.

Get tips

Inspiration Replay!

The 2022 International Convention storytelling excitement lives on; you can still learn and reshape your narrative with unlimited access to sessions and highlights for only $60 USD.

Buy On Demand

Connect With Us

Connect