Description
If you've been feeling disconnected from "real-world" relationships in an increasingly online world, you're not alone. Building community takes time and effort in ways that social media interactions don’t require. It also reaps benefits that those digital spaces simply can't replicate.
Researchers from Toastmasters International surveyed 2,000 members from around the world to understand how Toastmasters clubs impact well-being and social capital—the network of relationships and trust we build with other people. The findings are remarkable.
In this video, Holly Keily, Ph.D., and Xiaofei Li, Ph.D., break down some of their significant takeaways:
✓ 91% of members say their club helps them feel part of a larger community
✓ 85% of members say being part of the club inspires them to try new things
✓ 83% of members say interactions with club members make them interested in different perspectives
✓ 75% of members know someone in their club who could serve as a good job reference
Whether you're struggling with adult friendships or trying to expand your network, this research shows that a one-hour commitment per week could be all it takes to build the connections you're missing.