Perfect engagement is a hallmark of a healthy and vibrant Rotary Club. Perfect engagement means every Rotarian is contributing time and talent to projects that interest the individual and supports club goals. Rotary recognizes five Avenues of Service, and ideally, members will contribute in two or more of these five areas. The first step to… Continue reading Perfect Engagement – More Valuable than Perfect Attendance
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What Does Rotary Mean to You?
For many of us, the answer is both simple and complex. Fundamentally, it involves connections. Rotary is where I connect with my friends. Rotary is where I’ve made connections to grow my consulting business. Rotary allows me to do more, through the power of Rotarians locally and around the world, in partnership with The Rotary… Continue reading What Does Rotary Mean to You?
Membership Growth is Easy!
Really! I believe growing Rotary membership is easier than most people think. It requires a bit of analysis, and consistent effort, but it is not difficult. Here are two approaches you may want to try. One is looking for good ‘have beens’, and the other is looking for ‘newbees’ with a heart of service. FIRST,… Continue reading Membership Growth is Easy!
Growing Rotary Membership is Like Losing Weight!
I’ve got a master’s degree in clinical nutrition, have owned a nutrition consulting business, and have had a life-long problem with weight. I know a thing or two about dieting! I am a graduate and facilitator of Rotary Leadership Institute, have started a new stand-alone Rotary club (and failed), started a Satellite Rotary Club (so… Continue reading Growing Rotary Membership is Like Losing Weight!
Rotary, a Gift of Peace
In this season of festivities, mysteries, blessings and miracles, I reflect upon Rotary International and the profound impact it has had on my life. I joined Rotary just seven years ago and since that time, I have gotten to meet, and get to know, hundreds and likely thousands of people I would otherwise not have… Continue reading Rotary, a Gift of Peace
Traditions Abound
We’ve just celebrated Thanksgiving and the holiday calendar is in full swing. This is a time of tradition when we enjoy foods and family activities that only happen during this time of year. For me, as a child, it was playing Scrabble with three generations of family after the Thanksgiving meal was cleaned up and… Continue reading Traditions Abound
Support Members, First
The 2018-2019 Rotary International President Barry Rassin is calling on Rotarians “…to do more, to be more, to create something that will live beyond each of us.” He highlighted Rotary’s new vision statement, “Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities,… Continue reading Support Members, First
Rotary = Swiss Army Knife?
Rotary reminds me of a Swiss Army knife because it is many tools in one. While the tools individually may not be ‘best in class’, when combined they form a remarkably handy implement, that you can take with you anywhere. Let me explain… First, Rotary reminds me of church. While Rotary is not a religious… Continue reading Rotary = Swiss Army Knife?
Membership—Part 3
This is the third blog post in a membership development series, providing a foolproof template to membership growth. Links to the first two parts of the series Part 1—Why Membership? and Part 2—Lead Generation and Publicity. A truly successful membership plan involves every club member in the process. Ideally each current member sponsors a new… Continue reading Membership—Part 3
Membership—Part 2
This is the second installment in a multi-part series devoted to an easily implemented membership development plan. The first post is here. Following this step-wise process virtually assures successful club growth. Step 3 Generate leads. Hold a club assembly. Ask each member to bring their smart phone and stack of business cards they have collected… Continue reading Membership—Part 2
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