As an Area Director you fill a crucial and fulfilling role that helps hone leadership, mentoring, and networking skills. There is an excellent article about this from Toastmasters International. You can read that article by clicking here.
Plenty of Toastmasters resources can help Area Directors in their efforts. A few of the most valuable:
District Leadership Handbook
Area Success Plan
Serving Clubs through Visits
Club Visit Report
You can visit the Area Director Resource page by clicking here.
There is also a plethora of Area Director training material at your fingertips – access these by clicking here.
Tips for Club Visits
Before You GoBuild rapport with the club president:
- Talk about the Toastmasters experience and club history.
- Email a link to the Area Director’s Club Visit Report (Item 1471).
During Your Visit
- Dress professionally.
- Wear your Toastmasters name badge and pin.
- If you’ve requested time, deliver a manual speech.
After the Meeting
- Address club questions, needs and concerns.
- Submit your Area Director’s Club Visit Reports by:
—November 30 after your first visit.
—May 31 after your second visit.
