Breaking the Ice: The Story of Helen Blanchard, Dtm, the First Woman President of Toastmasters International

by Helen Blanchard and Deanne Durrett

Helen Blanchard's journey took her from simple beginnings as a teacher in a Midwest one-room school to an exciting life of travel, adventure and worldwide leadership. Helen tells the story of how she... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0981664016
• ISBN13: 9780981664019
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Hblanchard Enterprises
• Length: 223 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Breaking The Ice - warm, funny and inspiring.

The first speech given as a member of Toastmasters is called the Ice Breaker. How appropriate that Helen Blanchard's book would be called Breaking The Ice. She certainly did that! As the first woman member and the first woman president of Toastmasters International, Helen shares her story of courage and tenacity and raw determination. This is a story that will be inspiring to both men and women and to Toastmasters and non-Toastmasters alike. Enjoy it yourself and buy it for your children and grandchildren. Karen L. Twichell, Author/Speaker/ACS

Great lady with a great story!!

Helen is an extraordinary lady, and I've had the pleasure of being at multiple conferences with her. But her story goes beyond simply being the 1st woman President of Toastmasters International. But...that's not my story to tell; it is hers. So...do yourself a favor. Get a copy of Helen's book, read it and share it, because it is a story that deserves being shared. Jim Key, DTM World Champion of Public Speaking

A Win with Class

Breaking the Ice is a conversation on paper. Helen Blanchard chats with you from each page as if she is face to face in your living room. As each chapter unfolds you get a better glimpse of the character traits that fueled her incredible journey to leadership. Desire, discipline and determination stand at the forefront of this list. Helen's story offers hope, encouragement and inspiration to anyone looking to better his or her position in life. It is a story of how the courage to say yes to the risk of unchartered waters can lead to uncommon success. It is also a story of how a leader elevates others by serving well. If you delight in the pleasure of victories and the pursuit of excellence; you will love this book. Jim Tucker

Wonderful Story!

This is a wonderful story of an incredible woman's path to making a difference in the world. It is a must read for any woman and any Toastmaster [...]. Helen's story is inspiring, endearing, funny and enlightening as to how she came from humble beginnings to be, not only the first female member, but the first female President of this International organization. Now only a great story, but a very sweet woman! I know you will thoroughly enjoy this book! Tammy Miller [...]