- Why all 11 paths?
I was curious to know what Toastmasters could offer and I wanted to learn about them. I wanted to try all the Paths and go for the ones I liked in the second round. Definitely, some of the paths like Dynamic Leadership and Engaging Humor will be there in my second list. I would also try the projects that I have not tried to date.
- Which path did you begin with and which did you end with?
I started with Dynamic Leadership which was picked by Pathways when I asked the system to suggest the paths. I ended with the Motivational Strategies Path.
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KANNAN SANKARA
- Which path gave you the biggest Aha moment?
I liked the Engaging Humor Path very much. I have learned a lot. I tried to create a blog, otherwise, I would not have created one. I learned about emotional intelligence. I have learned lots of new things in this journey among these paths. I also enjoyed the “Managing a Difficult Audience” project.
- What would you say to others who may be interested in completing all paths?
If I can do it, you can do it.
- What special talents or discoveries did you find on this journey?
I know I can create a podcast, blog, and I can understand others better.
- How long did it take you to complete all 11 paths?
It took nearly 2 years. I started on Jan 1, 2018 (maybe the last week of December 2017) and finished it by 30 November 2019. It took 1 Year 11 months to complete 11 Paths and the Pathways Mentor Program (a separate program in Pathways).
- Do you work a full-time job?
I do work a full-time job. I actually work at least 50 to 60 hours per week. I am advocating online Toastmaster clubs for Toastmaster International and I am a member of three online clubs.
- How did you find the time to complete 11 paths?
I breathe Toastmasters other than my full-time job. My wife says that my first wife is Toastmaster and she is my second wife.