Club Meeting & Sabrina V.'s "Sorry, Not Sorry: Re-Empowering Your Communication"

Synopsis

"Sorry, Not Sorry: Re-Empowering Your Communication" is a workshop that explores why we overuse apologies, how this impacts confidence and leadership presence, and how to reframe our language to communicate with clarity and assertiveness. It touches on many of the areas you mentioned above. By the end of the session, attendees will have practical strategies to communicate more assertively, take control of their message, and create more opportunities.

Biography

Sabrina Vashistha is a seasoned professional and active Toastmaster with extensive leadership experience at the club and district levels. She has served as Club President, Vice President of Public Relations, and Area Director, roles she stepped into with dedication, adaptability, and a strong commitment to service.

Sabrina is a confident and engaging speaker whose work has taken her to the 2023 Division International Speech Contest and earned her an interview on CBC Radio. She brings a thoughtful, real-world perspective to communication and leadership, grounded in both professional experience and her Toastmasters journey.

Known for her clarity, warmth, and authenticity, Sabrina is passionate about helping others communicate with confidence, intention, and impact.

Welcome to Project Managers United Toastmasters!

Project Managers United Toastmasters (PMUT) offers a unique blend of Project Management and Toastmasters, designed to help individuals interested in project management improve their communication and leadership skills. Guests are always welcome to join and experience our meetings, whether you're new to project management, seeking to enhance your skills, or looking to expand your network.

Our meetings are structured to offer maximum value to both paid members and guest attendees:
· One hour is dedicated to a traditional Toastmasters meeting.
· The other hour is typically reserved for our featured PM Forum Speaker, who may present either in the first or second half of the meeting, depending on their availability and preference.

Meeting Format:

• Join the call at 5:55 PM EST (Toronto, Ontario, Canada).
• The meeting starts promptly at 6:00 PM EST and concludes at 8:00 PM EST.

Optional: After most meetings, several members stay online for a few minutes to answer questions about becoming a paid member of Project Managers United Toastmasters. We talk about Toastmasters' Educational Pathways and share our personal experiences with the club. It’s a fantastic opportunity to network informally and get your questions answered. Come experience the PMUT difference!

Paid Members receive quarterly consolidated PDU Claim receipts, which simplify tracking your attendance and roles for submission to PMI. Each two-hour meeting is worth two professional development units.

Note: There is no fee for guests to attend our meetings.

RSVP on Meetup to secure your virtual seat and access the Zoom link!