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Abu Dhabi, Feb 28: TM Saveen Hegde, who is a TEDx speaker, design thinker, Improv artist and one of the finalists at Toastmasters 2017, World Championship of Public Speaking, presented a seminar on the topic ‘Creative Leadership’ on February 21, at India Social Centre. Toastmasters Division H along with literary section of India Social Centre hosted the session.

Welcoming the gathering, Rajeevan Maroli, ISC literary secretary said, ISC is pleased to support such events that enrich all its members. Toastmasters Division H director Althaf M S reminisced the origin of toastmasters in Abu Dhabi and the continuous support of Padmashree Dr B R Shetty for toastmasters in Abu Dhabi. Toastmaster District 105 director Sunil Kottarathil spoke on the power of ‘Learning by Practicing’ at Toastmasters.

The session was graced by Padmashree Dr B R Shetty, vice chairman and grand patron of Indian Social Centre and Ppatron of toastmasters in Abu Dhabi. Speaking on the occasion, he applauded toastmaster Saveen Hegde for his enlightening session and also usage of simple words to convey his message. The founder member of Abu Dhabi Toastmasters Sarvotham Shetty appreciated toastmaster activities in Abu Dhabi.

Toastmaster Saveen Hegde enthralled the audience with his simple but unique approach towards bringing in creativity in life. His slogan in life is, ‘Live, Laugh, Learn’. Speaking at the session he emphasized, “Knowledge is no longer a premium”. He said the next generation of leaders would come from a creative background. So, it is essential that one explores and pursues passion and find own creativity. He also highlighted how we all can overcome our fears step by step. According to him, life is full of amazing stories and he explained the four basic steps of creating a story.

In addition to toastmasters and ISC members, the session was also attended by diverse nationalities from Abu Dhabi. ISC member and past Division H director Alok Tuteja delivered the vote of thanks.