Falcon Newsletter volume 3

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Falcon Toastmasters International

FALCONER

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Are you listening TM Waheed Murad, ACB

We made it TM Kamal Mohiyuddin, ACG, ALS

En route to DTM TM Noushad Amanath , CC

Being a Toastmaster TM Shakeeb

What did you gain from TM s TM Mansoor Ali P

I am unique, so you are TM Ali Madathum Kandy

Team Work TM Shijas Mohiyudhin ,ACB, CL

Common Mistake words TM Waheed Murad, ACB

My Journey TM Rizwan Haris

Eye Opener TM Abdul Rahman CC, CL

Falconers in Action Image collage

EXCOM 2015-2016

PRESIDENT

TM WAHEED MURAD :39137826

VP EDUCATION

KAMAL MOHIYUDDIN :39805127

VP MEMBERSHIP

TM JAYAFAR MAIDANEE :39716600

VP PUBLIC RELATIONS

TM RAMSHEED :34478078

SECRETARY

TM IBRAHIM KUTTY :39094912

SERGENT AT ARMS

TM SAKEEB V :33314378

TREASURER

TM MANSOOR M :36273748

Club Details

Falcon Toastmasters Club

We meet 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month at Carlton Hotel at

Um Al Hasam, Bahrain.

Meeting Time: 8PM to 10PM

Club # 9128, Area 27 , District 20, Division C

www.facebook.com/groups/Falcon.Fraternity.

D ear Fellow Leaders,

It is my pleasure & priv-

ilege to write the edito-

rial of the newsletter this time, I’ve al-

most completed the circle of one year as

Toastmaster under the president ship of

TM Waheed & his team. I still remember

my first Toastmaster meeting at Tropi-

cana Hotel in Ramzan. Fellow TMs said it

was an installation ceremony, I didnt completely understand what they meant as I

was very new to Toastmasters or any other meetings with parliamentary procedure,

I thought why those unwanted procedures for such a small group, but gradually I

understood the beauty of delegating the Leader Ship role among the group, Now I

feel like I'm one of the fortunate who is lucky enough to be part of TMI with one

of the best teams in the island having the right vision.

After the busy month of contests of all the levels, it seems we all are bit relaxed,

looking back we have learned many things from the great leaders all around Bah-

rain, it was another chance to witness our fellow members’ terrific performance in

the area & division level, more over it was my golden opportunity to work with

our proven leader TM Nazir for the Area level contest in his contest chairmanship,

it gave me and other fellow Toastmasters a different level of experience. TM Shi-

jas our fellow toastmaster & Area Director gave me another chance to work with

his area committee, from all of those experiences what I’ve learned is, it is not just

the skill but the attitude and practice brings the bright part of you in front.

Youth Leader Ship Program was yet another feather on the crown of Falcon Toast-

masters Club which shows the commitment of our leaders to the community. And

a professional leadership program by TM Noushad Amanath, I am sure President

& his EXCOM members would be proud of this tenure, now let us try to achieve

the wisdom with all those experience & knowledge we acquired.

Almighty may guide us to walk through the path showed by our Great Leader &

Prophet Muhammed (SW), Ameen.

Editorial By

TM Ali Madathum Kandy

May 2016 Vol. 15/16-03

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A re you listening?

“Hearing is simply the act of perceiving sound by the year. If you are

not hearing-impaired, hearing simply happens. Listening, however, is

something you consciously choose to do.”

Toastmasters Inc. iterates the importance of listening and reminds us communication

as a two-way process. One cannot become a good communicator without becoming a

good listener. “Seek first to understand, then to be understood”, said Stephen Covey.

Often hearing is mistaken as listening. When you listen, one pays attention to receive,

organize, interpret and respond. Since we are wired to comprehend approximately 400

words per minute, and an average person speaks at a speed of 120 words per minute,

we will have enough time to go through all the process without missing anything if we

pay attention.

To be a good listener:

Keep your eyes and ears focused on the speaker, look into his/her eyes.

Nod your head in response to the words; respond with a smile, “I see”, “I didn’t know” or “that’s nice” in acknowledgement.

Wait for the speaker to complete before jumping to a conclusion. Don’t let the speaker’s accent or attire makes you less interest in the

speech.

“When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen”, said Ernest Hemingway.

Staring at the phones or typing something when someone is speaking to you not only takes the energy from the speaker but also is consid-

ered as a disrespectful demeanor.

Remember, often people fail to listen for many reasons, and one of the top is: lack of empathy towards the speaker and self-centeredness.

As said, to be successful in a professional environment or to get along in any social arena listening is as important as the communication

skill of a person. Listening shows appreciation and your feelings towards the speaker.

Are you listening By

TM Waheed Murad, ACB

President

“To be successful in a professional environ-

ment or to get along in any social arena lis-

tening is as important as the communication

skill of a person. Listening shows apprecia-

tion and your feelings towards the speaker.”

Falcon Toastmasters Club Club # 9128, Area 27 , District 20, Division C www.facebook.com/groups/Falcon.Fraternity

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W e madel it….

For many it was like their first day at the nursery class. Combined feel-

ings of excitements, exhilaration and confusion were obvious on their

faces. There were a few cool faces as well. Haroon and his brother Hafiz belonged to the

calm group; Azeem Waheed was there as the senior most responsible to look after the

rest. He “interviewed” every one and reported to the coordinators including his father…..

We started our ICE BREAKING. Ice started melting. It took just about half an hour. The

excitement turned into enthusiastic jubilation. Those reluctant to come out of their comfort

zone started tweeting slowly and they became more eloquent in no time.

It was a miracle to their parents as well as the coordinators. Truly a moment of truth for

those involved, a moment to cherish for a long time!

Falconers, I am telling about our Youth Leadership Program 2016. We could not conduct such a program for a long time, due to

several reasons. There were apprehensions on whether we would be able to conduct such a program as it demands many resources

and rehearsals. Finalizing the right venue itself was a herculean task. Obstacles were plenty.

President ordered - GO AHEAD. Yes, it was an order than a suggestion. We believed in ourselves. And the result is quite gratify-

ing; yes, we are part of creating young leaders.

Peter Drucker said: Effective leadership is not about making speeches or being liked; leadership is defined by results not attributes.

Our leaders did both – they spoke eloquently and displayed an air of confidence.

I have to thank Mrs. and Mr. Fadel Nazir for volunteering as coordinators. The poetic beauty is that Fadel Nazir was our YLP bene-

ficiary 11 years ago, who has become a leader and an experienced trainer now! He assisted our team along with his spouse who

equaled him in the skill. Kudos to our own Nazir bai and his family! Also, Haseeb for finding the time to impart what he has

learned from Toastmasters through effective Table Topics sessions and evaluations. We owe sincere appreciation to Noushad and

Hidayatulla too for their support and encouragements.

Coordinators Rizwan Haris and Ali MK were very new to Toastmasters’ fraternity with only a handful of experience in public

speaking; but, they came out to take the challenge and succeeding in producing an astounding impact to the team!! Keep up the

good work mates.

Falconers, we thank you for your trust in us, for your belief and for your support to lead this in the right manner. Over to you!

We made it By

TM Kamal Mohiyuddin, ACG, ALS

Vice President Education

“It was a miracle to their parents

as well as the coordinators. Truly

a moment of truth for those in-

volved, a moment to cherish for a

long time!”


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E N ROUTE TO DTM

In 2002, Kamal Mohiyuddin became a founding member of Falcon Toastmasters

Club, formed by group professionals in the kingdom. Since then he has been the

backbone to provide resources and services that help people to reach their personal and leadership

potential. In addition to contributing to the formation of many successful organizations, Kamal is

the founding Chairman of Zoom Group of companies, including his flagship project, online busi-

ness & classifieds portal Hello Bahrain. He is called the community’s foremost expert in public

relations. Kamal was born in India four decades ago. He likes to credit his excellent leadership

instincts and his early leadership training to his upbringing in the media industry, especially in the

editorial boards, where he excelled as the state coordinator. For over twelve years, Kamal worked

in India with top brass of media professionals. In 2010, Kamal began dedicating himself full-time

to writing, speaking, and consulting. His credibility maintaining relationships with the diplomats, nationals and internationally reputed

personalities the years to echelons in which he has emerged as leader of high repute and acclaim. Well known as a dynamic communica-

tor, he is in high demand on the topic of Public Relations, and he speaks to many Corporations and Business Organizations. He also is a

popular speaker for non-profit bodies, sports organizations, and television programs. In addition, he dedicates time each year to teaching

leadership to young and budding students on the island. Kamal earned bachelor's and's degrees from internationally acclaimed universi-

ties. He lives in Sagayya, with his wife over the past 20 years and enjoys spending time with his five children. Two of Kamal’s favorite

books are Notes from a Friend by Antony Robbins, and The Road to Mecca by Mohamed Asad.

This juncture, at the threshold o, the Toastmasters International's most coveted highest achievement, let us take the privilege to proudly

proclaim him for his passion for excellence and for setting standards and benchmarks in Falcon, for aspiring leaders like us to learn and

grow.

A Classic Example of leadership, and wonderful human being ...

Keep Leading, Sir... We the Falconers are proud of you!

En route to DTM By

TM Noushad Amanath , CC

“Kamal Mohiyuddin became a

founding member of Falcon

Toastmasters Club” ... “He is

Called the community’s fore-

most expert in public relations”

TM Shakeeb V

Sergeant at Arms

Being a TM is a golden opportunity to someone who needs to grow as an individual and a professional and

being a leader, It helps to improve both professional and leadership skills.

Stand up in front of a crowd and deliver speech with more passionate that is what we learned from this

platform.


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W hat did you gain from Toastmasters

There are lots of applause in Toastmasters meetings, this makes it different.

from others

Each and every move of a toastmaster is studied, evaluated, encouraged and

appreciated. Of Course who doesn't like appreciation.

Sometime a new comer might get embarrassed from the loads of applause he gets. Eventually,

when he becomes an active member he will cherish the support and the encouragement given to

him.

I am still a Junior in Falcon Toastmasters club when compared to other veterans and founder

members and the best thing is I got a chance to become VPM and Treasurer, within this small

period of two years.

It's a great pleasure and privilege to serve the members within my limitations even though I was

not able to complete my CC in this period.

Now this is the time to select new EXCOM for 2016-17,I request all new members to grab this opportunity to become a part Falcon

Toastmasters EXCOM to serve others by sharpening your skills.

In my view, when we applaud and encourage a member don't think the ultimate intention is to score DCP points. When we are concen-

trating only on points we might lose the quality of Club or productivity of the member. Ultimate goal is always the betterment of Mem-

bers, Focusing the member’s development in a dedicated way will always result the growth of our team as well as Club.

.

All best for upcoming EXCOM.

What did you gain from TM By

TM Mansoor Ali P

Treasurer

“Each and every move of a toast-

master is studied, evaluated, encour-

aged and appreciated. Of Course

who doesn't like appreciation.”


I am unique, so you are

I saw people make friends easily, I felt something is wrong with me

I saw people discuss about everything, I felt I dint know anything

I saw people are interested in what others do, I felt my brain has serious issue

I saw people got many hobbies, I wondered why I can’t fin one hobby

I saw people say I am introvert, I thought it was another word for idiot

I saw people with my character, but they seem to be enjoying their life

I saw leaders with my character, but they seem to have a positive attitude

I saw they are unique, and then I realized everyone is unique

I can see myself unique now , fellow Toastmasters you all have a role in it.

I am unique , so you are By

TM Ali Madathum Kandy

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Commonly mistaken words:

Bored and Boring

Often the meanings of the two are confused:

Bored – tired

I am bored with my activities

Boring – lack of interest

My colleague is such a boring and dull person.

Fewer and Less

Fewer r elates to number (countable noun)

Less r elated to quantity (uncountable noun)

My friend Mohammed has much less hair than his brother

I get fewer calls during weekends

Bath and Shower

Bath – Soak and wash your body in a bathtub

Shower – wash yourself by standing upright underneath a shower

In the region we often take shower not bathe.

Son, go and take a shower

Compare to and Compare with

Compare to – used when comparing dissimilar things

Compare with – When comparing things that are similar

His speech was compared to firing a machine gun

Toastmasters may be compared with any professional education

T eam Work

Yes it is very true that the difference between success and failure is a great

team. From the club contest to the Area Contest, Area contest to the division

contest and till District. I have seen such a wonderful, dedicated and hardworking team be-

hind the success of all the contest. When we are working together with different skill set of

people we learn new lessens from each and every activities. Toastmaster platform taught me

the art of team work and delegation of work. Fellow toastmasters make use of each and eve-

ry opportunities to be a better leader. Together we can do wonders.

Team Work By

TM Shijas Mohiyudhin ,ACB, CL

Are Director 27

“Together we can do wonders.”

Prepared By

TM Waheed Murad, ACB

President


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M y Journey..

I began my journey of toastmaster in Dec 2015 and that was when I did

my Ice breaker speech and I can still feel the impulse of my heart pound-

ing when I recollect that moment. I could feel the pressure of stage fright running up my

nerves to the brain and making my vision go black and my body go numb! I thought to

myself then, “This is not as it seems to be”.

After a short break for my wedding, I was back again on the toastmaster rally. The club

officials convinced me to participate in the club contest and after much of persuasion I said

to myself, “Rizwan, give it a try, win or lose, it will be of a good experience “. Enrolled for

humorous speech and fortunately or unfortunately I bagged the second prize.

I was very happy, until I was informed that the first and second are ought to compete in the area level contest. My heart was pounding

like a base drum!! I could feel its bass!! “Area Contest, you kidding me – exclaimed to myself “ The EXCOM took the responsibility of

grooming the best out of me for the area contest. I was hesitant in the beginning as I recollected my Ice breaker day, that was a small

crowd and this is going to be a huge crowd. And then I said to myself again, “Rizwan, give it a try, win or lose, it will be of a good expe-

rience. “ . On that event day I can still recollect the state of mind I was going through and all my fellow falconers coming to me and giv-

ing me the motivation and encouragement to perform. Finally with nervousness in my mind and with trembling fingers, I performed and

fortunately or unfortunately I bagged the first prize. I was really happy until the moment I realized that the winner are ought to compete

at the division level. “ not again !! - exclaimed to myself“. Well, I never expected I would win, I never expected I would be ever able to

present in front of an audience. I still remember quote of Martin Luther King which I quoted in my ice breaker speech, it says, “ Faith is

taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase “ Yes, I am climbing on the steps now, with the enormous faith that I

have entrusted on my fellow falconers and the fraternity. I still have flaws, yet to overcome. I am still a caterpillar yet to come out of co-

coon to transform to a butterfly. With all the support and faith I have in falconers and EXCOM in particular, I believe I will emerge out

as a butterfly sooner or later. And for now, I need to prepare for division contest and I need to fix my mindset as “ Rizwan, give it a try,

win or lose, it will be of a good experience. “

My Journey By TM Rizwan Haris

“Rizwan, give it a try, win or lose, it

will be of a good experience.”


E YE OPENER

When Ali was chasing for an article two days back, he texted me and said “Dear EX President, it would be my greatest pleas-

ure if I could add some of your lines on our next newsletter, you guys are the role model for the upcoming buds like us, please

inspire us”. When you get inside TM arena the word “inspire”, “persuade”, “recharge with power”, “effective communication” etc., are

very commonly used and heard, but are we really recharged with all those words and quotes???

I always believe that TM platform is one of the great arenas were you “pay less and gain more”, and if we know something like toast-

master, it will improve us a lot and then we didn’t utilize it effectively then we will be the biggest losers in the world.

I would like to share with you all one of the small incidents that I got to witness recently.

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Falconers In Action

Six months back my office assistant who is basically from Tamil Nadu said, Sir I am plan-

ning to go on vacation on Nov15, so kindly excuse me for a month from work, he said he

will be back after one month, since we have hired him from a local man power supply com-

pany they have replaced him with another resource, days and months passed by and finally

the one who went on vacation came back to office last week . We all got shocked to see him

when he walked into the office, he had undergone Chemotherapy and Surgery because of

Oropharyngeal cancer (mouth cancer) the full jaw and face had changed from brightness to

dark, initially we were not able to recog0.25

nize his face, I can’t further write more about him because it’s beyond my imagination to

write about that, but all I can share with you is that it’s exactly the same victims which we

all see during the initial advertisement of any film., “the excessive usage of tobacco will lead

to cancer”, after seeing him I have decided one thing that I will never ever use any tobacco

product., I believe that these all are the eye opener for us even though we witness a lot of peo-

ple like this in our daily life but we will not realize the truth unless and until if something really happens to our near and dear ones, we

know that life is too short but it never means that we should be a burden to someone or we should get sympathy/empathy from others for

a cause which we can control our self, day before yesterday his company asked him to leave the country, who’s the ultimate beneficiary

out of this? The tobacco or Panparag Company?? Or his family?? Or his …….?? ???. I knew for a fact that we can’t change some of our

routine habits but the usage of tobacco is not habit by birth it’s an acquired habit which can be changed, you can live without addictive

products like tobacco , alcohol but you cannot live without basic necessities of life i.e., air, water , food etc. So let’s not spoil our healthy

body by using these additive products. Let’s not spoil our life or our family.


Eye Opener By

TM Abdul Rahman, CC, CL

“I always believe that TM platform is

one of the great arenas were you ‘pay

less and gain more’ ”

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