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Dysfunction in club leadership seems to be commonplace and while plenty of clubs recognize the issues, they either choose not to address them or they feel stuck and don’t know what direction to turn. Leaving some feeling like they are on their own with no support. In my experience with working swim teams, it doesn’t […]
In order for an organization to reach its goals and objectives, the workload should not land solely on the shoulder of one person or only a few committee members. The overall success of the club relies on the active participation of each person involved — whether an officer, member, or volunteer. As such, effective delegation […]
Board members and volunteers are an essential part of any organization and that’s why it’s crucial to select the right candidates for the roles needed. All too often clubs find themselves with a couple of overworked volunteers and others that barely contribute or who don’t have the right skillset (or mindset for that matter) to […]
Knowing what good governance is can be hard to recognize, however, whether you are a board or a general member, you know when it’s present and you feel it when it’s not. While certain behaviors are required, such as leadership, accountability, open discussions, and transparent practices, the information below helps to outline what you can […]
Preparing for an Annual General Meeting (AGM) takes quite a bit of planning. Unfortunately, I see many clubs spending more time planning the logistics than they do the content and the structure of the meeting. If you want to have an efficient meeting and well-informed members, you must take the time to properly plan what […]
What Is an Annual General Meeting? An Annual General Meeting (AGM), otherwise known as an AGM, is a mandatory yearly meeting for the general membership of the organization. Depending on the state, there are laws that govern how the meetings should be carried out, but AGMs are required in order to keep your charitable status. […]
Most often we find that Club Presidents find themselves in a position where they seem to do all the work that should be spread out across the board/committee and volunteers. It’s an unfortunate position, but one that can be remedied. To be a successful Club President, you must be a leader and put certain leadership […]
What Is a Conflict of Interest? A conflict of interest (COI), also known as the duality of interest, refers to a situation where a board member may have affiliations that could prevent them from making impartial decisions regarding the nonprofit organization. These conflicts or duality, though sometimes not intentional, may exist in both personal and […]
What is Ethical Fundraising? For nonprofit organizations, fundraising activities are essential for sustainability. More than just a means to raise funds for your club, it’s also a way to promote your message and charitable intentions. That said, ethical fundraising brings another level of accountability to the nonprofit’s fundraising process. Aside from complying with legal requirements, […]
What Makes A Successful Club Secretary? The secret of a well-run club is to have an efficient and proactive secretary who will handle all the administrative tasks and will do the necessary correspondence and communications within the organization to keep everyone up to date and on the same page. Secretary duties can be beyond what […]