From the desk of

From the Desk of the Achievements President…

1. Odds Awards –Our club won the “Odds Awards” in district 41

Dear Friends, 2. We achieved all our education goals in last EC tenure. Thanks to VP Education then, TM Biswajit who put in a lot of effort and focus to achieve this marvelous feat. While writing this piece, I am experiencing a cocktail of emotions of Gratitude, Passion and Excitement. 3. Web site of the club launched in Mar’13 When I reflect upon the progress of the club, it gives me an incredible feeling fulfilling. as the outcome is quite 4. TM K P Jani winning the Area Table Topics contest on 16th March 2013 Our club achieved the coveted “Presidents Distinguished Club” status in the very first year of its inception. held in Thane It is indeed an incredible feat and each one of you can take pride in the fact that it could not have been 5. TM Sambit Panda completed his CL and went on to become the first possible without “YOU”. Thank “YOU”. The spirit, passion and commitment, demonstrated by the member of our club to achieve this feat. We congratulate him on achieving this feat and wish him for Competent Communicator (CC) ….!!! volunteers, is unbelievable. And I am in the best position to witness that. The club is full of gratitude and in awe of each and every volunteer for doing their bit for the smooth running of the club and for making a difference. All of us have this virtue of being the benefactor rather than only being a beneficiary. Whether 6. Executive Committee Installation Ceremony acknowledged or not, the satisfaction we derive as a benefactor is priceless, something “Master Card cannot buy!” a. The new Executive Committee installation ceremony was held on 6th of January 2013 in “Awadpuri” restaurant. The new committee has committed to Whether we realize it or not, all of us are highly privileged to get this opportunity to follow our passion, to take the club forward from Jan’13 to Jun’13. become a better leader and speaker. In this fast paced world, where the demanding and hectic lifestyle is taking its toll on our lives, there are only a handful of individuals who are pursuing their passion that is b. The installation ceremony was witnessed by our family members as well meaningful, self-uplifting, and serves the bigger cause of the society. Aren’t you a special one being a Toastmaster? When we pursue and all of them were quite convinced about the fact that two hours every Sunday our passion wholeheartedly, we are assured of “childlike joy”! is being to put to good use by their spouses. The last few months have been eventful for all of us. The ongoing contest season of course adds to the c. The new Executive Committee (from R-L): excitement. It will be thrilling if most of us can join the division contest to cheer for Cdr. KP Jani and to witness the event. Please attend the Oration 2013, the District 41 Annual Conference. You will realize the d. TM Biswajit Adhikari –President, TM Sambit Panda –VP Education, benefits only by attending; else it cannot be explained in words. We assure you that the euphoria will TM Anil Verma –VP Membership, TM Anurag –VP Public Relations, TM continue in the coming months as we are planning some special events to make our experiences Rashmi Ranjana –Secretary, TM K P Jani –Treasurer, TM Mukund Joshi –memorable and to increase the bonding among the members. Our club is also thrilled like a kid who is Sergeant At Arms, TM Bibhu Prasad Panigrahi –Outgoing President swearing in the new EC gifted with a new sibling. Thank you all the volunteers who are helping to expand the family in Ahmedabad and in Gujarat! Be there to share the joy, as the club is expecting a couple of siblings in the coming months!

Well. Let us keep up the good work. Let us keep transforming each and every item in our wish list to reality. As a leader I have nothing to complain, because I have always got more than what I asked for. This feeling of contentment is worth relishing. I would like to share with you one of my learnings from the club before I sign off. “Seeking help is as important as being there to help. This attitude is a key ingredient of an effective team.”

I am privileged to be a part of this amazing club …!!!

TM Biswajit

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