Episode 30: Reflections and key takeaways from an outgoing club President

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In this episode, Melanie Surplice, the outgoing president of the Mount Gravatt Toastmasters Club shares her 12-month leadership journey, emphasising the importance of keeping members engaged and informed.
She discusses the strategies she used to manage fluctuating attendance and maintain high-quality meetings. Plus, Melanie offers a glimpse into the experiences that shaped her leadership, and shares her exciting plans for her Toastmasters journey in 2024-25.
Discover how a positive club culture can pave the way for remarkable achievements. Melanie celebrates the club's accolades, including the Best Website Award for District 69 and Select Distinguished status in the Distinguished Club Program, thanks to the collective efforts of its members.
She highlights the successful election process that blended experienced and new members, ensuring the club's robust future. Not shying away from the challenges, Melanie also discusses areas for her own improvement, such as improved organisation and more streamlined executive handovers.
Tune in for a reflection on leadership, community, and the milestones reached by the Mount Gravatt Toastmasters Club in 2023-24.
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Mount Gravatt Toastmasters meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening of each month at the Mount Gravatt Bowls Club, from 6.45pm.

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