Mar 19 2025

Word of the Day: Growth

Preetha gave her speech titled “Not Walking Alone”. She discusses the myths of leadership, emphasizing that it is a learnable set of behaviors and attitudes. She introduces shared leadership, defined as collective, autonomous, and collaborative practices. Using examples from Toastmasters, she illustrates these tenets: collective practices through potlucks, where everyone contributes unique skills; autonomy, demonstrated by a challenging hike where peers supported the speaker; and collaboration, shown through salsa dancing lessons where trust and flexibility are crucial. Preetha concludes that leadership involves walking together, not alone, and that everyone has the potential to lead.

Our Table Topics Master Akila asked questions based on spring-related quotes, such as “Spring is nature’s way of saying let’s party” by Robin Williams

See you at the next meeting!