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Learn how the live an Optimistic life with Optimist International. Optimist International is an International Service club with the Mission of Bringing out the Best in Youth, Ourselves and our Communities

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Embracing the Journey: Our International President's Path to Optimism!

Get ready for an inspiring conversation! We have the incredible opportunity to speak with Jan Oord-Graves, the Optimist International President for 2024-2025! She'll be sharing her remarkable journey of transformation into an Optimist and unveiling her ambitious goals for the organization. We are thrilled to have her join us today—this is a session you won't want to miss!

34 min
09/16/2024

Building New Clubs using Social Media with Jim Pipe

This week our guest is Jim Pipe from the Midwest Ontario District and the Cambridge South Lath Optimist Club. We are excited to hear about building new clubs using social media. Join us in learning a new way to use the internet and build a new club in your community.

20 min
08/26/2024

Past International President "Don Arnwine"

We are joined by Past International President Don Arnwine who shares his recollections of his 62 years of optimism. Don joined the South East Denver Optimist Club in 1962 and started his optimist career rising to International President in 1977-1978. He gives his insight into leadership through optimism and volunteerism - through speaking, facilitating, and more. Don is from the Breakfast Optimist Club of East Fort Worth, Texas - learn more about the club and optimism.

22 min
08/19/2024

Reflections with Len Tilney of the Sunrise Optimist Club of Lockport

Today we are joined by Len Tilney, known as “Mr. Optimist”, he joined the Sunrise Optimist Club of Lockport, Inc. in 1972, and served as its President and Chairman of the Board of Directors. He shares his wisdom, insights and stories over the years. Learn more about the Sunrise Optimist Club of Lockport - click here

21 min
08/12/2024

Maximizing Your Superpower with Rhonda Scharf

Today we are joined by Rhonda Scharf, renowned and award-winning speaker, author, consultant, and trainer, is the “go-to” expert for the Administrative Professional and Executive Assistant community. With over 250,000+ trained across the globe, Rhonda is THE authority for fun and uplifting education for admins, because #ADMINSROCK! Author, Professional Speaker and Trainer, Rhonda attended the Optimist International Convention in June we are excited to have her on the podcast. Learn more . . .

27 min
08/05/2024

Member Engagement and International Development

Today, we have Patrick Prendergast, Optimist International Board of Directors and member of the Sunset Liguanea, Jamaica talks creative ways to engagement members.

30 min
07/29/2024

Spotlight - Governor Chuck Erickson from WINUM District

Today we have Governor Chuck Erickson from the Wisconsin North - Upper Michigan District (WINUM). Chuck is an Independent Education Consultant and has been an optimist since 2018. He gives us some insight on his club and the district are doing and what his goals are. Learn more about his district at www.facebook.com/WINUMOptimists

27 min
07/22/2024

Spotlight -Governor John Good from the Illinois District

Today our guest is the 2023-2024 Illinois District Governor John Good talks about his club, district and the path to leadership. He spotlights successes and member retention - Top 10 District at the half way mark after convention. Learn more about the Illinois District https://illinoisoptimist.org/

31 min

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Learn how the live an Optimistic life with Optimist International. Optimist International is an International Service club with the Mission of Bringing out the Best in Youth, Ourselves and our Communities

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Optimist International
Years Active

2022 - 2025
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55
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Choose Optimism

Choose Optimism

Embracing the Journey: Our International President's Path to Optimism!

Building New Clubs using Social Media with Jim Pipe

Past International President "Don Arnwine"

Reflections with Len Tilney of the Sunrise Optimist Club of Lockport

Maximizing Your Superpower with Rhonda Scharf

Member Engagement and International Development

Spotlight - Governor Chuck Erickson from WINUM District

Spotlight -Governor John Good from the Illinois District

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Choose Optimism

Episodes

Embracing the Journey: Our International President's Path to Optimism!

Building New Clubs using Social Media with Jim Pipe

Past International President "Don Arnwine"

Reflections with Len Tilney of the Sunrise Optimist Club of Lockport

Maximizing Your Superpower with Rhonda Scharf

Member Engagement and International Development

Spotlight - Governor Chuck Erickson from WINUM District

Spotlight -Governor John Good from the Illinois District

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