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Catch A Rising Star

Catch A Rising Star. Leadership Development Committee – March 2015. Why Am I Here?. You are…. able to delegate a forward thinker organized a decision maker a problem Solver self motivated able to motivate others. personable charismatic assertive empathetic respectful

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Catch A Rising Star

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  1. CatchARisingStar Leadership Development Committee – March 2015

  2. Why Am I Here?

  3. You are… • able to delegate • a forward thinker • organized • a decision maker • a problem Solver • self motivated • able to motivate others • personable • charismatic • assertive • empathetic • respectful • a good listener • A LEADER

  4. EVOLUTION OF WHERE WE ARE TODAY 1900’s – The Beginnings 1919 – Optimist International was founded 1922 – The Optimist Creed: Christian D Larson 1924 – “Friend of the Boy”/First Canadian Club/Junior Optimist Clubs chartered 1955 – 1000th Optimist Club Chartered 1969 – Membership topped 100,000 1971 – Optimist International Foundation was approved 1972 – “Friend of Youth” 1987 – Women allowed into membership 1988 – Optimist International Foundation of Canada formed 1992 – First District in the Caribbean was formed 2001 – Childhood Cancer Campaign introduced 2019 – 100th Anniversary of Optimist International

  5. MEMBERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Elected Directors PRESIDENT Elected FOUNDATION REP Appointed VICE PRESIDENT Elected SECRETARY / TREASURER Appointed VICE PRESIDENT Elected PRESIDENT ELECT Elected STANDING COMMITEES YOUTH CLUBS, COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS, NEW CLUB BUILDING, PUBLICITY STANDING COMMITEES MEMBERSHIP, PROGRAMS, FELLOWSHIP, FINANCE, PGI CLUB STRUCTURE

  6. OPTIMIST CLUBS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Chief Operating Officer INT’L BOARD OF DIRECTORS INT’L COMMITTEES Elected REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS (8) Elected INT’L STAFF St Louis, MO CANADIAN SERVICE CENTRE Montreal, QC INT’L PRESIDENT Chief Executive Officer DISTRICTS Approx. 5 per Region DISTRICT SECRETARY TREASURER DISTRICT BOARD DISTRICT GOVERNOR DISTRICT CHAIRS LT GOVERNORS ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE

  7. COMMUNICATION: TYPES VERBAL • Oral • Speaking • Listening • Written • Writing • Reading NON-VERBAL • Facial Expression • Gestures • Body Language • Personal Appearance • Proximity • Touch • Silence

  8. COMMUNICATION: TYPES CLOSED COMMUNICATION One Way Communication • Lectures • Voice mail messages • Website messages • Other examples? OPEN COMMUNICATION Two Way Communication • Phone calls • Discussion in committees • Board meetings • Other examples?

  9. COMMUNICATION - STYLES DON’T assume everyone has the same style as you. WHY NOT? What seems normal to you could seem illogical or undecipherable to someone else. DO know thyself. Get conscious of your own communication style, communication strengths and communication flaws. WHY? The better you understand how you communicate the more likely you will be able to adapt to different communication styles.

  10. COMMUNICATION STYLESG & D = Controller/Director • Commander • Values getting the job done • Decisive risk taker • Good at delegating work to others • Not shy but private about personal matters; comes on strong in conversation • Likes to be where the action is • Take charge, enterprising, competitive, efficient approach • Fearless; no obstacle is too big to tackle • Results Oriented Survey taken from The Platinum Rule by Tony Alessandra, Ph.D. and Michael J. O’Connor Ph.D. New York, New York, Warner Brooks 1996

  11. COMMUNICATION STYLESO & D = Socializer/Promoter • Entertainer • Values enjoyment and helping others with the same • Full of ideas and impulsive in trying them • Wants to work to be fun for everyone • Talkative and open about self; asks others’ opinions; loves to brainstorm • Flexible; easily bored with routine • Intuitive, creative, spontaneous, flamboyant approach • Optimist; nothing is beyond hope • Celebration Oriented Survey taken from The Platinum Rule by Tony Alessandra, Ph.D. and Michael J. O’Connor Ph.D. New York, New York, Warner Brooks 1996

  12. COMMUNICATION STYLESO & I = Supporter/Relater • Harmonizer • Values acceptance and stability in circumstances • Slow with big decisions; dislikes change • Builds networks of friends to help do work • Good listener; timid about voicing contrary opinions; concerned for others’ feelings • Easy-going; likes slow, steady pace • Friendly & sensitive; no person is unlovable • Relationship Oriented Survey taken from The Platinum Rule by Tony Alessandra, Ph.D. and Michael J. O’Connor Ph.D. New York, New York, Warner Brooks 1996

  13. COMMUNICATION STYLESG & I = Analyzer/Thinker • Assessor • Values accuracy in details & being right • Plans thoroughly before deciding to act • Prefers to work alone • Introverted; quick to think and slow to speak; closed about personal matters • Highly organized; even plans spontaneity! • Cautious, logical, thrifty approach • Thoughtful; no problem is too big to ponder • Idea Oriented Survey taken from The Platinum Rule by Tony Alessandra, Ph.D. and Michael J. O’Connor Ph.D. New York, New York, Warner Brooks 1996

  14. COMMUNICATION – STYLESWhen you talk to a… Promoter/Socializer make it FUN Analyzer/Thinker make it ACCURATE Supporter/Relater make it PERSONAL Controller/Director make it FAST

  15. Entertainer Values enjoyment and helping others with the same OPPORTUNITESWithin Your Club • Event Chair • Committee Member/Chair • Membership, Fellowship, Programs, Youth Clubs, PGI, Foundation Rep, etc • Director on the Board • Vice President • Secretary/Treasurer • President • Full of ideas and impulsive in trying them • • • • • • • Optimist; nothing is beyond hope Intuitive, creative, spontane Talkative and open about self; asks ot Wants to work to be fun for everyone Flexible; easily bored with routine Celebration Oriented ous, flamboyant approach hers’ opinions; loves to brainstorm

  16. OPPORTUNITESWithin the District • Lieutenant Governor • Committee Member or Chair Membership, New Club Building, Leadership Development, District Website/Bulletin, PGI Director, Junior Golf, Convention/Conference, JOOI, Foundation Rep etc • District Secretary/Treasurer • District Governor Elect

  17. OPPORTUNITESWithin the Optimist International • Committee Member/Chair Membership, New Club Building, Leadership Development, Programs, Club Fitness, International Convention, Junior Golf, JOOI, International Foundation Board etc • Vice President • Board Member • International President

  18. BENEFITS OF EXPLORING NEW OPPORTUNITIES IN OPTIMISM • Learn/develop new skills • Be an active part of your community • Engage in a larger more global impact with Youth • Motivation and sense of achievement • Boost your career options • Discover new interests/hobbies • New experiences/travels • Meet new and diverse, yet like minded people • Help your Club serve more effectively

  19. Personal Testimonials

  20. NEVER UNDERESTIMATE YOUR ABILITYTO MAKE SOMEONEELSE’S LIFEBETTER- EVEN IF YOUNEVER KNOW ITGREG LOUGANIS

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