ORAFEST April - June 2022

April 2022 - June 2022

RG ORATORS TOASTMASTERS CLUB

OUR ORATREE

AREA J2, DIVISION J, DISTRICT 98

RG Orators Toastmasters Club was chartered in December 2018. The club is open for all family members of Reliance employees above 18 years of age, residing in Reliance Greens Jamnagar. It is the community club of Area J2, Division J, District 98.

WE RISE BY LIFTING OTHERS.

CHIEF EDITOR TM ABHA

FROM BABY STEPS TO A HUGE LEAP....

Hello everyone! I am TM Abha, The chief editor of the Orafest Newsletter of RG Orators Toastmasters Club Edition Apr 22 Jun 22. I am a Toastmaster for the last 18 months and had worked as the club VPPR for a year and currently working as a Club Secretary.

I am a homemaker and a computer savvy. From taking baby steps by performing different roles in Toastmasters fraternity to becoming a VPPR and a Secretary of the club was quite challenging for me. "Where there is a will, there is a way." At every step of my journey, there is a lot to learn and grasp. Creating a newsletter was also a challenging task for me but because of the team work it became possible.

Have a look at this newsletter!

Have a glance at the club activities, members achievements and many more.

I would also like to hear from you as your feedback will help us to go that extra mile in our journey.

Till then Happy Reading!!

INDEX MEET NEW CLUB OFFICERS

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FROM THE DESK OF CLUB OFFICERS

ORATORS ACHIEVEMENTS

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MEMBERS CONTRIBUTION

AWARDS

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DISTRICT 98 AWARDS @ ELOQUENCE

SPECIAL MEETINGS

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QUIZ BUZZTM NAMRATA

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ORATORS DAIRIES

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ORATORS ART GALLERY

ORATORS MAGIC

NEW JOURNEY

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GUESTS DIARY

OUR SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES

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MEET NEW CLUB OFFICERS PRESIDENT

VP EDUCATION

VP MEMBERSHIP

TM Madhuri

TM Parul

TM Chandani

VP PUBLIC RELATIONS

SECRETARY

TM Archana

TM Abha

SARGEANT-ATARMS

TM Vandana

TREASURER

TM Saishri

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

TM Pravina

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FROM THE DESK OF CLUB OFFICERS

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As we set sail into the new term, I envision a strong, sustainable club achieving great heights not only in terms of quality meetings and club success but also in enabling individual members attain their zenith. To realise this vision the new Executive committee aims at the 3 Es ENGAGE, ENABLE, EMPOWER. • To ENGAGE the members by bringing in a culture of inclusiveness, transparency and involving all the members in strengthening the processes.

• To ENABLE the members to achieve their individual goals by building an effective mentoring system.

• To EMPOWER the members by establishing a functional buddy system and giving them a taste of leadership.

Let us all come together to keep the Orator's Flag flying high!!!

VP Education

PRESIDENT

TM Madhuri Vadari

"Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success." – Henry Ford As a VP Education, I am working on developing a system which will help me and my successor VPEs to enhance member's learning experience. Members will be benefited with resources, collaborative events, prolific educational and Training sessions. I will work on Mentorship program to make the Mentor - Mentee bond stronger and mutually beneficial.

TM Parul Patel

I am sure our collective efforts will take our club to the new heights of Excellence.

FROM THE DESK OF CLUB OFFICERS VP Membership

TM Chandani Desai

Dr. Robert Halgren rightly said, "Coach me and I will learn.

Challenge me and I will grow.

Believe in me and I will win."

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As the Vice President Membership for the term July 2022 to June 2023.I would be flying the membership JET. I call it JET as it will go with the Jet speed and will break all membership records. I will focus on bigger goals and will help my members achieve their goals.

It's like Disney land for me to explore, grow and learn . I know it's challenging but I also know that with all your support, it will be a cake walk.

VP Public Relations “Be Committed to Growth and Learning” Whether you want to create an ideal relationship, build a successful club, or master a new skill, you’ll need to be open to learning and expanding your knowledge to further your progress. With this goal, I want to maintain the work done by past VPPR and make the best of everything

TM Archana Warbhe

Secretary

TM Abha Raithatha

"One learns from books and example only that certain things can be done. Actual learning requires that you do those things." - Frank Herbert Taking another Club officer role in a row is a step towards doing things and learning it. Best thing about this platform is that you get chance to learn, practice & polish your skills under proper guidance. I am looking forward to serve my club by making captivating Minutes of Meetings and seamless record keeping with best of my ability. My work will have the reflection of my creativity and zeal to do simple things differently.

FROM THE DESK OF CLUB OFFICERS Treasurer

6 Being a Treasurer of a community club comes with its own Challenges. My first goal would be in time renewals so that the club and the members remain in good standing. Next would be making a fair Budget keeping future events in mind. And my final goal as a Treasurer would be bringing down costs and maintaining transparency in handling the expenses. Together we can and together we will !!

TM Saishri Sastri As Sergeant-At-Arms, my responsibility is to ensure that meeting is running smoothly and efficiently. I will prepare myself for offline meetings too. I want to take up the challenge of arranging outdoor meetings, sometime in the future.

The more you challenge yourself , the more you will expand your skill and talent, the more confident you will feel within.

Sergeant-At-Arms

TM Vandana Mishra

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader.” quoted John Quincy Adams It was my privilege to lead the team of champions this year and see our club win so many accolades in Growth and Excellence. As I pass on the baton, I wish yet another successful term to RG Orators under the leadership of Enthusiastic and Zealous Club Officers.

TM Pravina Bharija

I believe, A Leader with Vision is always on a Mission.

Dear Orators, in this leadership journey, roles and responsibilities will change every year but - Are you with me on the mission to make more leaders?

ORATORS ACHIEVEMENTS

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TOASTMASTER OF THE MONTH April 2022

May 2022

TM Pravina & TM Archana

TM Vandana

June 2022

TM Chandani

"Productivity is never an accident, it is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort."- Paul J. Meyer.

Congratulations for winning 'Toastmaster of the Month' at RG Orators Toastmasters Club.

Thank you for your active participation and contribution towards the club.

Your excellent performance is an inspiration to all. Keep up the great work!!"

TM Pallavi Das Kalita (100% Attendance : 2021-'22)

2nd Place Winner in Skit competition @ Conclave 12

Skit - Orators in Yamlok

TM Chandani

TM Sakshi

TM Mital

TM Arti

TM Swati Y.

TM Pallavi

TM Abha

TM Arti

TM Riddhi

TM Vinita

TRIPLE

TM Parul

CROWN

TM Sakshi

MEMBERS

SPONSORS

ORATORS ACHIEVEMENTS

TM Sakshi

PATHWAY COMPLETION

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MEMBERS CONTRIBUTION Conclave Edition 10 & 11

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TM Namrata Sharma Quiz Buzz ... All about Toastmasters

Conclave Edition 12 TM Pallavi Das Kalita Lights Camera Action

Education Sessions TM Abha Raithatha Usage of Canva ( At RG Speakers Toastmasters Club) TM Deepali Parikh Session on Club Coach (At RG Orators Toastmasters Club)

TM Saishri Sastri Toastmasters Meeting Roles( At TCS Kalpak Toastmasters Club) TM Sakshi Shrivastava Session on Club Sponsor ( At RG Orators Toastmasters Club)

AWARDS CLUB HALL OF FAME AWARDS TM Abha Raithatha (Toastmaster of the Year)

TM Jyoti Bhat (Best Mentor of the Year)

TM Lakshmi Manchali (Best Mentee of the Year)

TM Pravina Bharija (Special Award for Mentoring & Coaching Maximum Orators)

TM Archana Warbhe (Exemplary Contributor of the Year)

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AWARDS AREA AWARDS - AREA J2 INITIATIVE "CONCLAVE " FROM AREA J2 DIRECTOR'S DESK

Area Mentor - TM Madhuri Vadari HALL OF FAME AWARDS FROM DIVISION J DIRECTOR'S DESK

TM Saishri Sastri Award for Excellence in Networking

TM Pravina Bharija Award for Excellence in Communication TM Deepali Nikunj Club Coach of Rajkot Toastmasters Club

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DISTRICT 98 AWARDS @ ELOQUENCE

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TM Jyoti Bhat Super Sponsor Award

TM Abha Raithatha The PR STALWART Award

TM Lakshmi Manchali - TM Smita Sharma Excellence in Education Excellence in Administration

TM Archana Warbhe Excellence in Logistics

TM Garima Srivastava Transparency in Treasury

PATHWAY STAR AWARD

TM Saishri Sastri Dynamic Leadership

TM Jyoti BhatMotivational strategies

TM Sakshi ShrivastavaStrategic Relationships

DISTRICT 98 AWARDS @ ELOQUENCE EDUCATION GOAL CONTRIBUTOR

TM Sugandha Singh Visionary Communication

TM Parul PatelInnovative Planning

TM Pravina Bharija Visionary Communication

HELLO TALK UP AWARD, SUPER SPONSOR AWARD, POWER OF TWO, POWER OF TWO RETURNS, TORCH BEARER AWARD

TM Pallavi Das Kalita

SPOT AWARD @ ELOQUENCE AWARDS NIGHT - BEST ATTIRE

TM Pravina Bharija

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DISTRICT 98 AWARDS @ ELOQUENCE

CLUB AWARDS

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SPECIAL MEETINGS ENTWINED TWIN TABLE TOPICS BYTM GARIMA & TM RASHI

Weaving The Web Story Telling Jamming Session

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Joint Meeting with RG Speakers

Club Elections

Club Officers Installation Ceremony

QUIZ BUZZ

ANSWERS

--TM NAMRATA SHARMA

1. AREA DIRECTOR, 2. CLUB SECRETARY, 3. DTM MYTHILI, 4. DTM BRILLIAN S. K., 5. IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT, 6.

1975, 7. 22ND AUGUST 1924, 8. 1973, 9. 1995, 10. FOURTEEN, 11. TM DEEPAK MENON, 12. THIRTEEN, 13. CLUB LEADERSHIP HANDBOOK, 14. 7 DCP POINTS, 15. 90 DOLLARS, 16. PRESIDENT & SECRETARY, 17. SAA, 18. TAMIL, 19.

GAVELS CLUB, 20. LEVEL TWO.

1. I'm a person who is the first link between District and Club in district leadership chain. Who am I? 2. I'm known as the Custodian of the club documents. Who am I ?

3. I'm the first Division Director of Division J? Who am I? 4. I'm the first District Director of District 98.Who am I? 5. Who chairs the nomination committee during election at club level ?

6. In which year was the first female president of Toastmasters International elected ?

7. When was Toastmasters International Organization was found?

8. When did Toastmasters International open its membership to women ?

9. In which year Toastmasters International official website was launched?

10. How many regions are there in Toastmasters International?

11. Who was the first Indian to be elected as the International President of Toastmasters International?

12. Which region does District 98 belong to?

13. Which document has details of club Executive committee roles and responsibilities ?

14. How many Distinguished Club Program goals does a club need to become Select Distinguished Club?

15. What is the Annual Renewal fees for a member in Toastmasters?

16. Who are the only two executive committee members of each club who have right to vote at Elections for President of Toastmasters International ?

17. Who is responsible for Attendance record and Club kit of each Club meeting ?

18. Toastmasters Pathway content was first converted into which Indian language?

19. What is the registration category of the clubs for members below 18 years ?

20. How many levels must a member complete to enroll into an advanced club ?

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ORATOR'S DAIRIES HELPING YOU TO HELP ME You read it right! They say the more you give, the more you receive.. That’s exactly true in Mentoring. I have had such amazing mentees over the years and so many new members who have taught me many lessons in speaking, learning, nurturing, respecting and listening.

Mentee always brings a different set of skills to the table in the mentee - mentor relationship.

Take the example of Sugandha. I didn't know her before she became my mentee. Both of us are so different in terms of our upbringing, our culture, our value systems but we hit it off instantly. I was probably able to fill in the gaps in her speeches and later she became my inspiration in delivering my speeches.

Smita is one such person who is an epitome of sincerity and hard work. In spite of her ill health at times, she would always try to fulfill her promise. In today's world of materialism, you rarely meet such people who teach you a lesson or two in humanity.

The best advantage that I have received through my mentees is that my listening and interpersonal skills have greatly improved through mentoring. During mentoring, the conversation should always go back to the mentee and what they need. That’s exactly what I learnt from Shyamoli and Hetal. For any kind of guidance that you are able to give to your mentee, first you need to understand them, their situations and their state of mind. Only then you have the right to guide them.

Through mentoring, mentor can also get the peek into a world that they aren’t normally privy to and take action based on the lessons learnt. Same thing happened with Shashi. After being in toastmasters for more than 3 years, certain things were presumed by me to be known to everyone but the reality was something different. How would I have ever known that without interacting with her?

Last but not the least I wish to thank my Mentee cum mentor Madhuri for bringing out the best in me in all respects. In addition to improving my grammar, she taught me the virtue of patience for which I will remain indebted to her.

Friends, I am still learning. In fact for the last 3 months, I am struggling to get in touch with my new mentee but I will continue to fight it as I am sure this situation will also give some lessons in handling situations.. as I am just trying to HELP MYSELF BY HELPING MY MENTEES.

-BY JYOTI BHAT

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ORATOR'S DAIRIES DREAMS DO COME TRUE

CHALLENGE THE WORLD

Yes, Dreams do come true.

Your health is the real wealth and spending on health is an investment and not expense. I am very glad to share my successful journey of weight loss. Before one year, I was over-weight and had lot of health issues like PCOS, hair fall, fissures and fatigue. I had to take 5 tablets daily. I had tried Allopathic, Homeopathic and Ayurvedic treatments but got no result. Last year, I met an angel who plugged me into a nutrition club where I lost 22kgs and 45 inches overall. I am taking good nutrition and enjoying the fruits of healthy lifestyle with this community. My dream of living a medicine free life has now come true.

Thanks to my club for making me realize that active life style is the key to happy life .

They say its always hard to take the first step. But I never knew that my first step would redesign my career.

Firstly, Toastmasters taught me to tear the cocoon of shyness that I spun around myself and RG Orators gave wings to my orations.

Toastmasters enhanced my oratory skills to captivate a huge audience, structure my speech and voice modulation. All these areas improved to an extend that it imprinted my ideas and thoughts in the minds of listeners. Toastmasters made me fit to compete in the era of online platforms.

As an online educator in India’s largest EdTech platform I would say, Toastmaster forum will definitely guide you to ,”What the world today expects”.

- TM Astha Dixit

- Gandhimathi V

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ORATOR'S MAGIC It’s ME Sometimes, I may be chatty or quiet I may be friendly or hostile I may be outspoken or reticent I may be wise or stupid At times, I may cry or laugh I may sing or murmur I may dance or stay still I may ponder or ignore And, I may be tall or short I may be fat or skinny I may be fair or dark I may have long or short hair And much more....

Imperfections make me, ‘ME’ So let me be ‘ME’.

-- Sreepriya M.K.

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फिर एक बार… पच्चीस वर्ष पूर्व छू टा था,बहुत कु छ छू टा था वो मायके का आँगन,गलियाँ गलीयों की रौनक़, छत का आकर्षण कोलेज़ की मस्तियाँ दोस्तों का साथ छू टा था,टूटी थी मैं बहुत टूटी थी मैं मुश्किल था संभल पाना आज फिर पच्चीस बरसों का स्थायित्व छू टा है सखियों का कलरव ओवल पार्क की रंगिनियाँ टाउन्शिप की मोहकता मेरे आँगन का झूला छू ट गया फिर से एक बार टूटी हूँ मैं बहुत टूटी हूँ मैं

--Shashi Ranjan

ORATOR'S MAGIC Dates and Makhana Laddu Monsoon is the season when people crave for hot, fried, and tangy items. In India, we have an enormous variety of snacks, especially when its raining. You will agree that we all love those savories. In monsoon, sometimes we feel low in energy or even crave for something sweet also. But in this season, sweets made from milk or those which are loaded with fats should be avoided. This recipe is perfect for majestic monsoon with loads of biotin, fiber, and of course taste.

Here is the recipe of Dates and Makhana (fox nuts or lotus seeds) laddu.

I have used dates and makhana in this recipe as they both are having lots of vitamins, fiber and minerals. Recipe is very easy and very less preparation required and you can make it in a couple of minutes.

I have taken ingredients rich in protein and iron with specially added dry ginger powder. It helps in digestion and eases stomach infection (if any).

So, do enjoy the recipe and share your feedback.

Ingredients: Chopped dates ½ cup Makhana powder 2 cups Honey 1 tbsp Ghee 1 tbsp Chopped anjeer ¼ cup Peanut butter 1 tbsp Walnut or pistachio 1 tbsp Roasted almond flakes 1 tbsp.

Dry ginger powder ¼ tsp.

Method: In a bowl take all the ingredients, mix them well and prepare small balls or give the desired shape.

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ORATOR'S ART GALLERY D R E A M

C A T C H E R

T M A N K I T A

Dream catchers were hung above the beds of children to protect them from bad dreams and evil spirits. The Spider web design of the dream catcher would allow good dreams to pass through and float down the hanging beads and feathers to sleeping children.

Let's see the 5 simple steps to make it.

Materials Used:

Colourful thread, Metal/wooden ring of any size, Some colourful feather, Decorative beads, Scissors, Craft glue.

TM GARIMA SHRIVASTAVA

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Procedure:

⏺ Step 1 - Take ring of any size. Cover it with the thread of your choice by wrapping over it. ⏺ Step 2 - Make a web of your choice and weave a second layer. Continue to work towards center. ⏺ Step 3 - String beads or stones. ⏺ Step 4 - Hang the feathers. ⏺ Step 5 - Add additional beads and stones and its ready.

NEW JOURNEY TM Vinita

“Self-improvement is not a goal, but a journey". This motivated me to join RG Orators Toastmasters Club.

I am Vinita Srivastava, a teacher by profession and an artist by heart. I have been in the field of education since 9 years. I am currently looking for ways to excel in my career. In this journey, I am excited to work on developing self-confidence, improving social interactions and learning effective communication. In my opinion, the only way one can attain these attributes is through repetition.

I have joined Toastmasters to improve public speaking and communication skills. For that, I will take part in different meeting roles, Table Topics speeches, Pathway speeches and Projects through Toastmasters Education Program. I am looking forward to learn how to structure my speech, create presentations, improve voice modulation and body language to become an effective communicator.

TM Riddhi

TM Arti

My purpose of joining Toastmasters club is not one, not two but many. I am someone who speaks fluently but at times I fall short of words. So, I have joined this club to improve my vocabulary, develop interpersonal communication skills, writing and framing speeches and leadership attributes. As Toastmasters International is a complete package, I am aspiring to conquer my fear of public speaking and build self confidence.

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GUESTS DIARY Guest corner Have attended a few meetings of RG Orators and have found there is always an element of creativity. The members' participation and justice to the diverse roles is fabulous.

The special meetings at RG Orators are always fun filled and the members commitment is inspiring. Wish you all continue the same so that members of other clubs and guests also get inspired and motivated in true spirits. 👍 All the best.

TM Himanshu Sinha We all don't have very good memories of the Pandemic but one good thing that happened to Toastmasters were the online meetings and this brought us more closer as a community.

My interaction with RG orators happened during a Division Contest where TM Pravina Bharija was the chief judge and I was voting judge. After that, for any event or contest, my first call was to RG Orators and I was never disappointed. After meeting TM Lakshmi Manchali and TM Jyoti Bhat, it felt as I had known them for ages. I have had the privilege of attending a few of the meetings and I really loved the camaraderie that these members share. I was also a part of one of their unique, on the spot storytelling contest and it was fabulous.

Wishing the best to all the members at RG orators. Lots of Love.

TM Maya Madani

Once I was Invited by TM Lakshmi to RG Orators as an Evaluator. I must say, the energy of this club is infectious.

All Smiling faces with videos on was something I loved the most. Icing on the Cake was Grammarian's role. It was very different and creative way to engage the audience.

All the best RG Orators.....Way to Go

TM Shweta Saraf

I am TM Jimit Shah from RG Doyens toastmaster club. I joined the RG Orators Toastmasters Club meeting 3-4 times last year but I must say the environment of the club meeting was very positive. All the members are energetic during the meeting. Club members always encourage the guest to join & request guests to take a part in TTM to start overcoming their public speaking fear. It was a great experience with the club.

TM Jimit Shah

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MEET THE ORAFEST TEAM CONTENT TEAM

TM Shashi

TM Chandani

TM Smita

TM Saishri

EDITING TEAM

TM Pravina

TM Garima

TM Archana

DESIGNING TEAM

TM Abha

TM Lakshmi

TM Pravina