# Speakers Are Made, Not Born: 15 Years of Leadership Lessons with DTM Vikram Chandra

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Published: 2026-05-21T04:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/theguidingvoice/episodes/dtm-vikram
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## Resource

Unlock the Secrets to Masterful Communication and Leadership! In this powerful episode of The Guiding Voice, we sit down with Mr. Vikram Chandra Kumar, a Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) with over 15 years of experience in the world of public speaking and leadership. Vikram shares his incredible journey from joining Toastmasters "by chance" to becoming a pillar of the community, serving in multiple leadership roles, and reviving struggling clubs. Whether you're battling glossophobia (the fear of public speaking), looking to build a trust-based professional network, or wanting to influence others without formal authority, this conversation is packed with actionable wisdom. In this video, you will learn: Why speakers are made, not born. Vikram’s "Success Mantra" for personal and professional growth. The 3 critical signals of a dying club and how to turn them around. How to move from recruitment to long-term member retention. The power of "earning" influence through effort and authenticity. Connect with The Guiding Voice: Subscribe for more transformative conversations! Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Spread the positivity—share this episode with three friends who want to grow! #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #Toastmasters #CommunicationSkills #Networking #Glossophobia #TheGuidingVoice #PersonalDevelopment #SuccessMindset Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction & The Power of Voice 03:00 - Meet Our Guest: DTM Vikram Chandra Kumar 04:45 - Rapid Fire Round 1: Quick Brain Ticklers 06:15 - Success Mantra: Honesty, Calmness, and Commitment 07:45 - Lessons from 15 Years of Resolving Conflicts 09:20 - Joining Toastmasters: Overcoming the Fear of Speaking 11:50 - Leadership Journey: From Comfort Zone to Growth 13:10 - How to Build a Community Club from Scratch 14:3…

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