Innovate Rotary - Nonprofit innovation and impact

The New Four-Way Test for Teens and Tweens

2013-03-06T15:29:39-06:00

We need an updated Four-Way Test, folks. It is no longer just about what we think, say or do. In the early 1930’s, Herbert Taylor wanted a way to save his company from bankruptcy. He decided to start...

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Nope, new clubs are not the path to growth

2013-02-08T15:27:49-06:00

How can Rotary grow membership and retain its members? An article in the January, 2013 Rotarian magazine explored whether new clubs are the path to membership growth. I propose that new clubs are not...

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Are we making a difference, or just feeding the hippos?

2012-12-17T10:54:50-06:00

I believe that if we want to really engage people to serve, we need to connect people to what they are passionate about. I have proposed this idea many times and find that whether the audience is a...

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Does your club have a growth mindset?

2011-03-07T13:10:13-06:00

My question is not whether you want your club to increase its headcount. I am asking what kind of culture you have in your club, especially among your leaders. Is it a fixed mindset or a growth...

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How do you create an ideal experience for prospective members?

2010-08-22T10:50:22-05:00

I am in the thick of a client project, in which we are exploring the questions: Which "Moments of Truth" matter most to clients? What is the "Ideal Client Experience" at each moment? Where should we...

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A great club is all about energy

2010-03-09T10:27:59-06:00

Yes, I am back - and with new energy. In fact, energy is a new theme, a new focus for me in Rotary. You can tell the difference between great clubs and others the moment you come in contact with them...

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Chanhassen Rotary July 4th Parade Video

2009-07-17T20:12:43-05:00

In a volunteer organization, recognition and .genuine gratitude are your most valuable currency. Here is a video recap of the Chanhassen Rotary July 4th Parade 2009. When you look at the credits, you...

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Serve, don't help

2009-07-15T23:29:04-05:00

My wife recently decided to volunteer for a hospice center that is opening soon in our area. One of the valuable lessons of her training so far is the notion of serving, not helping. When we feel we...

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Thanks for the opportunity to serve

2009-06-09T13:48:22-05:00

On June 30, 2009, I will complete 3 years as District 5950 Membership chair. It has been a privilege to serve the clubs in this district and beyond. During the past three years, I have met some...

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Inspire, don't recruit.

2009-05-17T22:45:30-05:00

I had a really valuable experience this weekend. I was hired to deliver a keynote for a service club state convention - that was not Rotary. I was struck by so many similarities between Rotary events...

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