August 2009 - Leadership Matters -

Who's Got Your Back?

As a Kiwanis leader, I am sure there are things that you have accomplished primarily as a result of your own hard work, talent, or maybe just sheer determination. I also suspect that there are a number of successful endeavors you have been a part of that...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2009 9:23 AM by Rob Parker

Filed under: Leadership, relationships, communication

Passionate college students making a difference

Last week, a large group of Circle K members came together to do 3 days of intense community service (estimated 3,000 service hours!) and to participate in their annual convention. The passion these students exhibited in both service and in their organization...

Published Tue, Aug 08 2009 1:09 PM by Michelle Morrison

One thing

One of my favorite movie scenes is from City Slickers . It's the story of three New York guys who are experiencing mid-life crisis. They decide the best alternative for them is to head west to stay at a dude ranch and be part of a real cattle drive...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2009 4:06 PM by Stan Soderstrom

Filed under: members, growth, membership, life, lessons

4 Most Asked Questions From Members

Four questions I've been asked about a lot in the last couple of months - Q: With the economic situation as it is, how is the financial stability of the organization? A: Kiwanis International is doing well. Although we took the same hit in our long...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2009 3:36 PM by Jeffrey Oatess

Filed under: Leadership, questions

Kiwanis Social Media Scavenger Hunt!

If you have found this blog, then you have made it to the end of the scavenger hunt! Congratulations! Answer the question below to finalize your entry to win one of five 2010 International Convention Registration Packages. We will be announcing the winners...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2009 8:28 AM by Michelle Morrison

Filed under: Facebook, scavenger hunt, Social media, magazine scavenger hunt

Golden Rule

I am writing an article about the Golden Rule and I had this idea that I am exploring. The idea is that maybe the golden rule is good for the average person, but as leaders, it should just be the minimum. As servant leaders, shouldn't we treat people...

Published Fri, Aug 08 2009 12:10 AM by Rob Parker

Advice for someone who is merging a struggling club into a healthy one?

I just had someone ask for advice about how to successfully merge a struggling club with a healthy one. If you have ever gone through this, or have advice that relates to a similar experience, please post your thoughts as this club presicent will be monitoring...

Published Fri, Aug 08 2009 4:18 PM by Rob Parker

Life Lessons From Everyday Leaders

I was just talking the other day with my boss about how some moments, seemingly meaningless to the leader, can contain life-long lessons for the student. Although, his Cub Scout leader would not remember him, let alone these moments, he vividly remembers...

Published Wed, Aug 08 2009 11:20 AM by Jeffrey Oatess

Filed under: Leadership, leaders, life, everyday, lessons