1. Importance of Growth & Service
Introduction as role of the Governor in GROWTH, SERVICE and ADMINISTRATION
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Growth equals Service
The more volunteers the greater the impact
1 = 33 (one member serves 33 kids)
Averages taken from Annual Activities Reports
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“On the Average”
One-day Bike Rodeo impact
One-year JOOI impact
Admit that the 1:33 ratio is an average in that the impact of a One-Day event is much different than a Year-Long involvement with a JOOI Club
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4. Other Benefits of Growth
More Service to Kids
New Ideas
More people-power
More Community Visibility
More Income
More Resources
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5. District Administration
Can Effect Growth which results in Service
More Effective with Administrative Support
Emphasize that a Governor can more effectively effect Growth (and administration), which in-turn effect Service
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6. Skit to Show Meaning of Growth
Little “Ricky” and Big “John”
Sample for District Meeting
Create and Produce a “Skit” to demonstrate the impact of growth on Kids.
Encourage Governors to use a Skit (or the same skit) at their district conference.
Provide them with a script if appropriate.
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7. Importance of Growth & Service
Summary,,,,,,, the end
The End 
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