Issue No.01
Presidential Address:
Club Motto :
I would like to thank all club members who have given me this opportunity to serve the Club as the President. I joined the Club in April 2009 and never had I dreamt that I will become the President of this Club. Today, I really feel honored and privileged to be able to serve the Club. I hope to continue the legacy left by Founder President TM Ratinder Nath, followed by TM Ashok and TM Ghadge. Our aim is to be known as the best corporate club in the kingdom of Bahrain and we all will strive for it.
Ex-com Members :
EXCEL BEYOND MEASURE
President
:TM Sanjay Tikoo
VP Education
:TM Sivakumar
VP Membership
:TM Atul Shinde
Treasurer
:TM Saravanan
VP Public Relation: TM Badrinath Secretary
:TM Anil Menon
Sgt @ arms
:TM Elayaraja
Issue No.01
Joy of Giving Opportunities to give and help others are everywhere. If we just look around us, someone somewhere could use a kind word today. Someone needs to know that they are loved. Someone is struggling financially and there is something we can do to help if even a little. Someone simply needs a hug. Someone wants to be heard and given some time and attention. The following story is a great illustration of the value of giving, loving, sharing, and doing today. A rich man once asked a friend, Why am I criticized for being miserly? Everyone knows I will leave everything to charity when I die. Well, said the friend, let me tell you about the pig and the cow. The pig was lamenting to the cow one day about how unpopular he was. People are always talking about your gentleness and kindness, said the pig. Sure you give milk and cream, but I give more. I give bacon, ham, bristles. They even pickle my feet! Still, nobody likes me. Why is this? The cow thought a minute, then replied, Well, maybe it is because I give while I am still living. Following are several questions to help you reflect on your giving. 1. Would others describe you as a giver, taker, or miserly? Why? 2. When was the last time that you gave someone a gift, compliment, your time, or anything? How did it make you feel? 3. What was your attitude in giving? Did you hope for or expect a particular response or reaction? 4. Do you feel people owe you something when you give to them? 5. Could you be more giving? How? What are you waiting for? It might cost us time, money, stepping out of our comfort zone, or sacrificing our own needs, but the rewards of giving are priceless. When we give, we reap the joy of seeing a bright smile, laughter, tears, joy, and gratitude. Giving is one of the best ways to share our joy, love, and gratitude for life! I encourage you to bless someone today, and that you would be blessed with the true joy of giving! TM Hari Kumar
Issue No.01
From Secretary’s desk The new Ex-com took over the working of Awal Gulf Toastmaster’s Club with great fan fare on 1st July’12. The initiation of the Ex-com was organized in Hotel “K” at Juffair. Among the prominent attendees were the Area Governor and the District Governor – Alex Ginete. The past President AlOn this day, the ex-com committed to take AGTM to higher heights under the leadership of TM Sanjay Tikoo. Apart from the regular meetings that were well attend by Awal Gulf Toast Masters and Guests, special education sessions were also organized for the benefit of the Club Members. District winner of the Evaluation contest, TM Ahmed Shukri gave detailed presentation on “How to be an successful Evaluator”. The presentation along with the question and answer session last for more than 45 minutes but had the audience glued to the seat with full attention. The presentation was with use of Slides which was explanatory in details. 26th August’12 was red letter day as we were honored to hear a very prolific speaker like TM Ahmed Sh TM Dinesh conducted the session on Parliamentary Procedures. This meeting was conducted on 9th Sept’12. Audience participating in this session learned the finer points of Parliamentary rules and regulation. Further, this enlightened the audience, benefits of following such procedures for the better working of their clubs. The presentation was interactive in nature, with all Club members participating in the session. Part I of the session concluded with the basic rules being explained. To add to the excitement, inter-club debate completion was held on 22nd July’12. Two teams of 4 members participated in the discussion which placed the topic on the floor about the working Woman. The participants had to speak for / against the motion. It was40 minutes session and the Moderator was Mr. Ratindernath. More such debates have been planned by the Ex-com to encourage debating in the club and provide the members, opportunities for public speaking with conviction and courage. 9th Sept ’12 was another big day for Awal Gulf Toast Master club – The ex-com of Area 75 was introduced to Awal Gulf Toast Master Club. It was an occasion when the spirits ran high, with the Ex-com of Area 75, promising to Support AGTC in achieving, 10 DCP points for the year. Apart for this support, the Ex-com – Area 75 also promised to help bring various reputed speakers for the benefit of Awal Toast Master club. Secretary - TM Anil Menon
Issue No.01
VPE Desk:
Watch out for the below in this term: Within reach of 10 DCP before Jan ‘13 Club Contest scheduled in Jan ’13 and Feb ‘13 Special Speech Workshop Parliamentary Workshop Family Get Together
If you know what to get; out of toastmastering; you will never get out of toastmastering; VPPR / Editors note: Its our first issue of the term and my heart goes out to all who contributed with articles in this issue. If you know what to get; out of toastmastering; you will never get out of toastmastering; This was said by our veteran toastmaster Sethuraman on the day of Induction which really gave a new life to my toastmastering career. Sharing is caring so I urge everyone to take this opportunity to share their thoughts and activities to make this newsletter a great success. Thanks to all the toastmasters who gave this opportunity to serve as a VPPR for Awal Gulf Toastmaster Club.