IABC Chapter Member Recognition Programs, Building on a Good Idea

By Cindy Orlandi, ABC, APR

IABC Heritage Region Professional Development Director

Chapter Leadership Institute at

the IABC Heritage Region Conference

Oct. 8, 2006 in Washington DC

Building on a Good IdeaFun and caring keeps volunteers A. Tune In to WIFM B. Vive’ le difference C. Share Your Fish Tales!

Fun and caring keeps volunteers• Every week, your volunteers are offered

alternative opportunities to take their time from your chapter

• The minute you start to forget volunteers are paid only with your gratitude and respect – is the minute those other options start looking goodMembers Tell All Advice for Leaders who Want to Get More Members Involved by Cynthia D’Amour

www.chapterleaders.com

A. “Tune In to WIFM”WIFM – “What’s In it For Me?” members’

favorite station Get to know them and what they care about Show them how volunteering fits into what’s

important to them Talk about the benefits

B. Vive’ le difference• Process-oriented Artisans appreciate recognition

of the clever ways they work• Product-oriented Guardians appreciate comment

about what he/she produces • Rational personality styles want to be

appreciated for their ideas• Idealists value more personal expressions of

appreciation

Please Understand Me Character & Temperament Types by David Keirsey and Marilyn Bates

C. Share Your Fish Tales!• Play is not just an activity; it's a state of mind

that brings new energy and sparks creativity. • Four simple practices - Be There, Play, Make

Their Day, Choose Your Attitude - can make a big difference in your organization and across the globe!

Fish! Tales by Stephen C. Lundin, John Christensen, and Harry Paul