Achieving Distinguished Club Status

A guide to club success in the Toastmasters International Distinguished Club Program.

Created for and presented to the District 91, Area 10 Club Officers Training session on the 15th Feb 2025

1. Achieving Distinguished Club Status A Roadmap to Success Sarah Pantry Wye Knot Speakers
2. What is the Distinguished Club Program? An annual award program to recognize clubs that provide a great member experience.
3. The Path to Distinction: The 10 Goals Education Goals ❖ 4 x Level 1 ❖ 2 x Level 2 ❖ 2 x More level 2 ❖ 2 x Level 3 ❖ 1 x Level 4, path or DTM ❖ 1 x More level 4, path or DTM Club Goals ❖ 4 x New members ❖ 4 x More new members ❖ Club officer training ➢ 4 in June - August ➢ 4 in November - February ❖ Admin ➢ Renewals paid on time ➢ Club officer list on time Minimum 20 members or a net growth of 3 new members
4. Staying on Track: Monitoring Your Progress
5. Fueling Growth: • Pathways requirements • Mentoring • Speakathons • Completion requests • Encourage quiet members • Discuss member’s goals • DTM Focus on Education
6. Building a Strong Foundation: Growth, Training & Admin • 4 or 8 new members • Moments of truth • Club coach if 3 - 12 members • Area Director • Personal outreach • Club Officer Training • Area COT • Whatsapp for other COTs • Admin • Get renewals in early • Officer list right after elections
7. Achieving Distinction: Strategies for Success • Effective planning and goal setting. • Regular communication and teamwork among club officers. • Member engagement and motivation. • Mentorship programs. • Promote the benefits of Toastmasters membership.
8. Your Club's Journey to Distinction • DCP is a Win-Win. • Success is Achievable. • Resources are Available. • Every Member Plays a Role. Start Now!
9. Questions? Sarah Pantry Sarah@anigel.net VP Education Wye Knot Speakers