President: Leader and Manager
Review position responsibilities List the traits of effective leaders Identify ways to maintain connections with members AGENDA
Opportunity and Challenge LEADER MANAGER LEADER MANAGER
President Membership Director SecretaryTreasurer Lion Tamer* Tail Twister* Vice President(s)Immediate Past President *OPTIONAL Club Leadership Team
President’s Responsibilities o Preside at all meetings of the board of directors and the club o Issue the call for club and board of director meetings o Appoint the club’s standing and special committees and work with the committee chairpersons WHEN? WHERE? WHAT TIME?
Lions Learning Centre Resources for President Courses Leadership Managing others Achieving results Communication Self study modules
Appointing Committee Chairpersons Who? Club leadership/committee experience Respected Lion New leader opportunity
1.Facilitate member involvement 2.Monitor progress 3.Challenge and motivate Working with Committees
What are other examples of how the President works with the committees?
What are some traits of an effective leader?
Traits of Effective Leaders: Team Player Recognize everyone has something to offer ! Walk the walk! Share decision making authority.
Traits of Effective Leaders: Communicator Communicating with Club Members Hold frequent club meetings Use multiple methods of communication Communicating with the Club Leadership Team Share your vision and expectations Pass along information Feedback
Traits of Effective Leaders: Active Listener Pay attention Don’t rely on memory Defer developing responses and passing judgment Paraphrase for clarity Summarize for understanding
Traits of Effective Leaders: Positive Attitude Inspire Motivate Encourage Remain calm Maintain order
Traits of Effective Leaders Team Player Communicator Active Listener Positive Attitude
Will these traits really assist me in leading and managing my club?
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Agenda Review position responsibilities List the traits of effective leaders Identify ways to maintain connections with club members