1. Advisers The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

2. An Advisor Attends meetings Oversees budget Assists with reporting / deadlines Ensures new member selections

3. A Good Advisor Provides Experience / ideas Resources Continuity / uniformity Houses chapter supplies / records Support for chapter activities Leadership development Good judgment / voice of reason

4. A Good Advisor Aids chapter in setting goals Motivates member participation Enthusiastically participates in chapter activities Knows when to intervene Provides Feedback / Positive reinforcement

5. A Good Advisor Understands university & TBP policies Liaison between chapter and institution Develops future leadership Trains successors Divides duties

6. A Good Advisor is Visible Consistent Has a sense of humor

7. A Good Advisor does not Assume leadership / ownership Meetings Projects Finances Records Dominate / Influence / Control Underestimate influence

8. A Good Advisor is not Passive Bystander Too busy

9. How to Find an Advisor Must be a Tau Bate – but can be initiated Favorite faculty members P&T vs Service Diverse departments Retired faculty Alumni members Enlist administration

10. Care & Feeding of Advisors Show Appreciation Include in communications Meet informally Invite to social events Suggest attend District/National meetings