I am amazed that a large number of state organization presidents report difficulty getting members at the chapter level to accept positions of leadership. Why?
While the discussion, as to the reasons for this, is uncomfortable; it is vital to the future of our Society.
What is the problem? Do members not see themselves as leaders? Do they feel that the duties and responsibilities are overwhelming?
Consider having a chapter dialogue to address possible reasons many are not willing to take on additional responsibilities. Be sure to include all the positives of assuming leadership roles in your discussion; increased personal and professional growth opportunities, enhanced skills in delegation, improved organizational ability, and many networking occasions across your state organization and the Society.
Might the conversation also include the idea of simplifying the tasks, and sharing the load? This way all members can contribute to and accomplish the work of the chapter and the state organization.
North Carolina is promoting leadership through the use of a 3D character, Leroy, the Leadership Guy. He writes quotes about leadership for our state newsletter and our electronic newsletter. I am attaching a copy of a post-it-note that he is going to be using when he visits various places at our state convention.
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Thanks for sharing.
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