As we settled into our club, I took off for a well-earned trek across Central Asia to clear the cobwebs and take a good look at our strengths and weaknesses. Upon my return, to my delight I found the club still standing. Well done Acting P. Phil for filling the space, and the team for keeping the ship from sinking.
We had some great presentations at our meetings, setting the pattern to grow and learn together.
Sadly, we lost 3 board members in that time for personal reasons and we accept this is going to happen from time to time. When looking for people to fill the roles I reflected on the time the original board was selected. None of us knew each other, it was all such a new concept in April this year. Now, as seasoned Rotarians, we know what to expect and our new look board is even more exciting as we get to know our roles.
Our focus this quarter has been on setting up protocols and procedures for all our jobs, to give coordinators greater clarity of expectations and functionality of their role.
With all that, we have still had time to roll out some of our projects. Our first District grant was approved and we have funded our first Swimming Gift project in Zimbabwe. Adding on to this, our New Zealand members are organising a fundraising Swim a thon for December and we have the DG charter challenge, with the first CPR training in January with a request for participants to make a donation to the foundation.
The best advice I can give members at this stage is to 'STEP UP'. Do the online training on My Rotary, learn new skills and take on a role, big or small, in the club. Projects are rolling out and we are looking for people who demonstrate strong leadership skills to manage and deliver. We need members who promise to deliver, and then keep their promises.
This, our first quarter, has been a time to reflect on the four way test! Are people telling us the truth? Will their actions bring goodwill? Will their actions bring better friendship? And will it be beneficial to all concerned?
Projects do not just happen. If you want help, support and funding for your community then you will need to STEP UP and take on your share of the pie.
With the final door closing on our first quarter, I can't wait to see what the next quarter brings along with Santa Claus.
