Why I started blogging through Toastmasters
Toastmasters teaches us that leadership and communication don’t end when the meeting adjourns. For me, that lesson recently extended beyond the lectern and into a new medium: BLOGGING.
As part of my Toastmasters Pathways journey, I undertook a project titled Write a Compelling Blog. The objective was simple in theory, write and publish a minimum of eight blog posts in one month, but powerful in practice. It challenged me to move from occasional reflection to consistent expression, and from private learning to public sharing.
That project became the catalyst for my blog, Reflections by Sabesh.
Why Blogging Matters for Toastmasters?
Many of us join Toastmasters to improve public speaking. Along the way, we discover that communication is multifaceted. Writing, like speaking, requires clarity, structure, and connection with an audience, skills we practise every week in our clubs.
Blogging offered me:
· A space to slow down and reflect on leadership and personal growth
· An opportunity to apply Toastmasters learning in a different format
· A way to reach beyond my club and connect with readers I may never meet
What surprised me most was how closely blogging mirrors speaking. The same questions apply: Who is my audience? What is my message? What action do I want the reader to take?
Lessons from the Keyboard
Committing to regular blogging reinforced three important lessons:
Consistency beats perfection. Waiting for the “perfect” post often leads to no post at all. Publishing regularly builds confidence and momentum.
Reflection deepens learning. Writing about experiences especially leadership moments, helped crystallise lessons that might otherwise fade.
Sharing creates community. A blog may begin as a personal project, but it becomes meaningful when others read, relate, and respond.
You’re welcome to explore my blog here:
Reflections by Sabesh - https://reflectionsbysabesh.wordpress.com/
An Invitation to District 90 Members
I believe District 90 has an untapped wealth of stories, insights, and experiences. Every member has lessons worth sharing whether you’re a new Toastmaster finding your voice or a seasoned leader reflecting on service.
If you’ve ever considered blogging, I encourage you to start. You don’t need to be a writer; you just need a willingness to reflect and share. And if you already have a blog, I’d love to read it.
Let’s use our voices not only in speeches, but in stories; written, shared, and read across District 90.
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DTM Sabesh Sitsabesan (Parramatta Toastmasters Club)
