Distinguished Toastmaster DTM

   I would encourage all Toastmasters to eventually achieve their  (DTM) Distinguished Toastmaster Award!   Why?   That is a fair question. The first answer I would present as it has been said by mountain climbers "Because it is there!"     Is this hard?  Yes!    Most things worth doing and  rewarding are hard! 

I know you can do it!  I did!  Come on look at me!   If I can do this you can too!   :)   

 I achieved my DTM a few years back and I do not regret it for a moment.  I was exposed to some of the nicest people! I coached a great club and they were able to make it to  Distinguished status! I worked with  District 26 and did things I never thought I would in being an Area Director!   It was a lot of fun working with other directors and having each others backs! Covering roles as needed in multiple Areas and Divisions for speech contests, TLI's and District Conferences.   It was a challenge for me for sure in planning, leading events and so forth. Some of you are much better equipped and have much more talents in those areas. Regardless,  it was still a great learning experience and helped me become a better leader and person in general.  I am better for it!    I earned my DTM under the legacy program. The NEW learning program requirements I will put below. The DTM Award Application is probably the best reference for the requirements to achieve your DTM.   Links included  

The Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) award represents the highest level of educational achievement in Toastmasters.

To earn the DTM, you are required to:

1. Complete two learning paths.
2. Serve as a club officer for two six–month terms or one annual term, participate in the preparation of a Club Success Plan, and participate in a District-sponsored Club Officer Training.
3. Serve a complete one-year term as a District leader.
4. Serve successfully as a club mentor or coach.
5. Serve successfully as a club sponsor or conduct a Speechcraft or Youth Leadership program.
6. Complete the DTM project. (Members are required to create and implement a project of their own design, in which they demonstrate the skills and expertise they have gained.) Members can receive access to the DTM project on Base Camp once they have completed one path and Levels 1, 2, and 3 in a second, unique path. To receive this project, email educationprogram@toastmasters.org. 

Please refer to the Distinguished Toastmaster Award Application for a complete list of requirements.