Michael shares his remarkable journey in Toastmasters, spanning over two decades, starting in 2000 when he joined after initial reluctance. Encouraged by a friend and a pivotal ask from a club member, Michael learned a valuable lesson: sometimes, people just need to be asked to join. Initially balancing Toastmasters with a demanding work schedule, Michael’s commitment grew as he joined multiple clubs, at one point managing 16 simultaneously. Despite the overwhelming commitment, Michael found ...