D50 After Dark Podcast

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Show Notes:

Walter Price Breaking Ice

Highlights:

(1:37) Walter explains his role as District 50’s official parliamentarian.

(2:05) Walter defines parliamentary procedure and its purpose in meetings.

(3:42) Walter shares his Toastmasters journey, starting in 2010.

(6:46) Walter discusses his 25-year teaching career in speech, business, and leadership.

(8:03) Walter explains how he learned the importance of Robert’s Rules of Order as a student leader.

(10:36) Walter recounts how he initially resisted joining Toastmasters.

(12:35) Walter emphasizes applying Toastmasters skills outside the organization.

(14:16) Walter describes his mentoring program for young men using Zoom.

(15:40) Walter discusses his current projects, including writing leadership books.

In this episode, host Mickey Bennett, DTM, interviews Walter Price, DTM, who is Parliamentarian for District 50. Walter explains his role as District Parliamentarian, emphasizing the importance of parliamentary procedure in running effective meetings and developing leadership skills. He also shares his journey in Toastmasters, which began in 2010, and how he has since earned four Distinguished Toastmaster awards.

Walter’s expertise in parliamentary procedure stems from his experience as a student body president and his 25-year career teaching speech, business, and leadership courses at the college level. He stresses the value of understanding Robert’s Rules of Order for leaders in various organizations and incorporates this knowledge into his teaching.

The interview also highlights Walter’s passion for mentoring. He shares how he adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic by using Zoom to mentor young men, providing daily affirmations and motivation. Walter encourages others to embrace similar mentoring opportunities using technology.

Walter, known as “The Encourager,” is currently writing books on leadership and communication. He draws inspiration from notable motivational speakers and aims to inspire others to reach their full potential. The episode concludes with Walter providing his contact information for listeners interested in learning more about his coaching and mentoring services.

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