chapter leader transition: the first 100 days
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Chapter Leader Transition: The First 100 Days. Originally presented by Fred Abood , Dennis Jones & Cindy Mottle at the 2008 National Leadership Conference. Adapted by Cindy Mottlel. Possible Uses. Have outgoing chapter leader present this information, adding comments about each task. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Chapter Leader Transition: Chapter Leader Transition: The First 100 DaysThe First 100 Days
Originally presented by Fred Abood, Dennis Jones & Cindy Mottle at the 2008 National Leadership Conference. Adapted by Cindy Mottlel.
Possible UsesPossible Uses• Have outgoing chapter leader present this
information, adding comments about each task.
• Read through on your own, keeping track of questions to ask the outgoing chapter leader or the national SCORE office.
• Present this information to potential future leaders so that they have a better understanding of the responsibility involved.
Election to Mid-August
“…this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the earth.” - John F. Kennedy
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Election to Mid-August
“I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal.’” - Martin Luther King
CHAPTER CHAIR LEADERSHIP TRANSITION“We will become
Chapter of the Year.”
“We will offer the most
workshops in the district.”
“Every mentor in
the chapter will become certified.”
“Our chapter will increase diversity to match the
local population.”
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A vision concentrates on the future; it is a source of inspiration; it provides clear decision-making criteria.
What is your vision for the chapter?
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Election to Mid-AugustFeatures of an Effective Vision:
•Paint a vivid and clear picture, not ambiguous
•Describe a bright future
•Realistic, achievable
•Alignment with organizational values and culture
• Include a deadline if possible
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• Review chapter business plan, budget, goals and metrics
• Register to attend the National Leadership Conference (look for an email with registration information)
• Become familiar with the activities and plans of all committees
• Appoint new committee members, if needed
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• Meet with key players & complete the Chapter Leader Orientation
• Check the SCORE On-Site Review (Form 16); Start preparations if review is scheduled for the upcoming fiscal year
• Check to make sure the chapter is still meeting the Minimum Standards
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• Review the chapter’s status with alliance partners; Design expansion plan for the chapter
• Review any national changes to forms, processes, or policies by visiting the Volunteer Services page of the Volunteer Center
• Start review of the chapter by-laws to ensure they reflect chapter realities; by-laws should be sent with the Form 3 at the end of September
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• Submit budget and business plan to district leader to get approval
• Plan smooth transition of leadership
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• Meet alliance partners … SBA, SBDC, CofC.
• Review submitted Form 14s … deadline is early October (check Chapter Leader checklist for details)
• Work with current chair on completing the Form 3…deadline is mid-October (the form will state the exact deadline for this year)
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• Hold a meeting or retreat with old/new leadership/others to develop goals.
• Complete chapter goals submit to district leader by the end of August
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If you don’t know whereyou are going, you’relikely to end up somewhere else.
A Goal …The purpose toward which an endeavor is directed; an end; an objective.
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Features of Effective Goal Setting
•Specific, measurable and time targeted objectives.
•Tangible and realistic.
•Goal setting requires motivation.
•Build in feedback.
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Once You Are Chapter Once You Are Chapter LeaderLeader
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Once You Are Chapter Once You Are Chapter LeaderLeader
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For guidance on the remainder of the year, make sure you complete the Chapter Leader Orientation[insert URL]
And review the Chapter Leader Checklist [link to document or VC page]
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Prepare Form 3. Revise WebIt to reflect current officer positions.
Hold first ExCom and committee meetings.Review bank documents, financials w/ Treasurer.Audit / change roster.
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• Start reaffirmation process for Code of Ethics.
• Review new Daily Desktop Guide.• First chapter meeting … recognize
past leadership.• Meet with DD for goal review,
priorities, last On-Site review.
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Leadership …Can be defined as one's ability to get others to willingly follow.
You can’t do it alone … delegate … ask for help.
It’s about LEADERSHIP … you can make it happen.
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Thanks so much for taking
on this most important job.