Leadership Matters

How Many Other Lines Can We Find?

Jeffrey Oatess — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:38:00 GMT

I was recently told a story about Starbucks coffee and their efforts to improve the quality of the coffee and lattes they produce every day. As part of the plan, the corporate office forbade their employees from re-steaming milk, something that apparently...(read more)

Are You a Leader/Manager?

Jeffrey Oatess — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:21:00 GMT

About a month ago I came across a great article in Business Week by Henry Mintzberg. The crux of Mr. Mintzberg’s article was that we have too many business leaders that are detached from the messy process of managing, so they often times don’t...(read more)

Out of Your Comfort Zone

Rob Parker — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 23:59:00 GMT

As someone who is often advocating for change, and for trying new and different things, I was reminded that it is easier to talk about than live out. I spent the day with some our university-age Kiwanis leaders and we did a number of team building activities...(read more)

Planning to be club president

Stan Soderstrom — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:45:00 GMT

As Kiwanis clubs everywhere are preparing for a new administrative year (the 2009-10 year begins October 1st), club presidents are planning for the “best year in the club’s history.” I know, because I’ve been a president in two...(read more)

Who's Got Your Back?

Rob Parker — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:23:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Passionate college students making a difference

Michelle Sperr — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:09:00 GMT

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...(read more)

One thing

Stan Soderstrom — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:06:00 GMT

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...(read more)

4 Most Asked Questions From Members

Jeffrey Oatess — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 19:36:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Kiwanis Social Media Scavenger Hunt!

Michelle Sperr — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:28:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Golden Rule

Rob Parker — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:10:00 GMT

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...(read more)

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

Rob Parker — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:18:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Life Lessons From Everyday Leaders

Jeffrey Oatess — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:20:00 GMT

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...(read more)

District Conventions

Rob Parker — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:44:00 GMT

I am on my way today to Georgia for their district convention. I will have an opportunity to spend some time with their delegates talking about leadership and doing a question and answer time. If you were talking to a group of Kiwanis leaders about the...(read more)

International Convention Learning

Rob Parker — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:54:00 GMT

It would be great to hear from our members who attended the convention about the things that they learned that will help them be a better leader in their club or district. Let us know what sessions you found helpful and any specific plans you have to...(read more)

Kiwanis Leaders to Gather in Nashville

Rob Parker — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 02:50:00 GMT

5000 Kiwanis leaders from all over the globe will gather in Nashville in a few days for our annual International Convention. If you are going to be there, post here and let us know what you are looking forward to seeing, attending or doing at the convention...(read more)