30-45-60-second introductions

Printable PDF:  30-45-60-second introductions WATCH VIDEO I recommend structuring your commercial in the following format: I.           Basic Intro  (5-7 seconds) II.         Tell us how to help you    (25-75 seconds) Now let’s break this down in greater detail. Section I- Basic Intro When guests/fairly new members are in the room I think this is important to…

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Creating Urgency

One of my favorite quotes is, “Be quick but don’t hurry,” from John Wooden the famous UCLA basketball coach who won 10 national championships.   I want our groups to have a sense of urgency to get things done, but without rushing. Creating Urgency    Nothing gets done without urgency.  Shorter timelines providing they don’t compromise…

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How we evaluate groups

Printable PDF: How I Evaluate Groups Video 50% Feel 50% Data Do they like each other? Do they run an effective meeting? Are they working to help each other? Does it feel like they are a team? Do they make guests feel welcome?  Do they follow the 9 step recruitment process? Do we have the…

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10 Habits of Highly Effective Groups

10 Habits of Highly Effective Groups I have visited a lot of meetings over the last year and have seen some really great meetings but have also been to some not-so-great meetings. Here are some things I’ve noted that some of our best groups do to make sure they are successful (in no particular order).…

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