[Nfb-krafters-korner] Election question

Tue May 15 21:34:19 UTC 2018

I Have to say that this is my third year in KK and no one has ever talked to
those of us who are new about responsibilities. I have never felt that the
group has communicated well what it needs or wants. I see the complaints,
but we've never started from the ground up. I sometimes think I have lots of
suggestions but am not convinced most people want to hear them. I need to
think about all of this but something needs to change. I am largely
disappointed. I thought I would learn crafts here, but am not finding this
true, and for the few who have worked with me I appreciate it, but I think
it is not as simple as take a class on the phone or by email. I like email
better because I can look and try. On the phone I have not been succe3ssful
with one craft I've tried, and while I think I know where the problems are,
unless I am convinced most people want to have an honest and productive
discussion, I won't say any more. I'd like to see us fix this but in order
for that to happen we all need to work together and right now I am not sure
that is happening. When the people I saw as committed are stating
something's wrong, we all need to talk, and be willing to throw around ideas
and work with each other to make this group what it has the potential to be.

Jeanette  

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The new board may have to revisit "requirements" for board members.  We are
all volunteers, and most of us have many other commitments.  I have enjoyed
this group, but there is no way I could fulfil everything now expected.
Spreading responsibility among more people seems to me better than piling
too much on a few.  Leadership is never simple, and there is really often no
right or wrong way, just what works.  .  
Ramona

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Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Election question

It is not so much about experience as it is the ability to fulfill the list
of responsibilities of the position.

For example, I was asked to temporarily fill a position. One responsibility
was to submit reports to national. I am good with paperwork and I am sure
someone on the board or national would help learn what was needed. Another
responsibility is teaching or leading a chat at least once a quarter. I have
been told by a few different people that I am not teacher material. And I
have proven that I am terrible at making it to chats, even when I put it on
my calendar. So, that means that I cannot fulfill the requirements of the
position.

This may be what is keeping people from running.

Also, beside president, are none of the current board interested in running
again?

Cindy
PS is it possible to have two people fill a position? That would help spread
the responsibility.

On May 9, 2018 8:21:31 AM Annette via Nfb-krafters-korner
<nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Hello,
>
> I have a philosophy on how to address the situation where someone or 
> "the only" person standing up as a candidate to an NFB office of any 
> type has limited skills in the tasks of the position, with possibly 
> the president's position falling into this category on a limited 
> scale.  In my mind, the goal of the NFB is to give its members the 
> chance to grow and become more confident in "living the life they want 
> to live".  A person needs experience to do this.  What better way to 
> grow than in a safe environment with a supportive family guiding and 
> encouraging you.  Now with this said, I am not saying that the person 
> does not have to possess any qualities that make them a good candidate 
> for a position.  Here are 8 qualities of a great leader put out by Forbes.
>
> 1.  True enthusiasm
> 2. Integrity
> 3. Great communication skills
> 4. Loyalty
> 5. Decisiveness
> 6. Managerial competence
> 7. Empowerment
> 8. Charisma
>
> It is my personal opinion that characteristics 3, 5 & 6 are 
> opportunities for mentoring, but the person has to want to develop 
> these skills and have some type of evidence that they have the 
> potential.  If you want to read more about each of the 8 leadership
characteristics, visit URL:
> https://www.forbes.com/sites/kimberlyfries/2018/02/08/8-essential-qual
> ities-
> that-define-great-leadership/#307d61043b63
>
> There are plenty of other lists of characteristics of a good leader.  
> This was one of the shortest and from a reputable source.
>
> The other important piece of having a great leadership team is 
> mentoring from the top down.  A president should be mentored and 
> receive guidance from the state affiliate or national office 
> leadership.  The vice president should be mentored and guidance by the 
> president, and so on.  The person who previously held the position is 
> also a great mentoring resource.  Learning how to mentor is a great 
> skill to have.  The purpose of providing this type of support is to 
> teach that person how to perform the tasks of the position, and 
> leading by example
>
> When it comes to the membership voting for a candidate, each of us 
> must determine what characteristics are important to us that make for 
> a great leader.  With all of that said, if a candidate has the skills, 
> knowledge and talents to perform the tasks of the position, it is a 
> bonus.  Remember, if you think you can do a better job, step up.
>
> Just my 2 cents.
> Annette
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Holding a board position is a leadership opportunity.  In general 
> terms what does it take to be a leader.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfb-krafters-korner <nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org> On 
> Behalf Of Terry via Nfb-krafters-korner
> Sent: Tuesday, May 8, 2018 1:06 PM
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> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Terry <tknox6 at sc.rr.com>
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Election question
>
> I am very curious about this election and wanted to place it out on 
> list. I do believe there are those on list that have faced this 
> question before and wanted to know how it was solved. I had the 
> similar situation at a chapter election. Hope someone will know.  If 
> there is no one who will step forward to run for office for does not 
> have the knowledge or experience for the position and the operating 
> board can not be filledwhat happens? If there is not a certain number 
> on the board who makes the decisions for the group? I know there has 
> to be an answer somewhere. Does the NFB take over for a time, I am
unsettled about this directions, sure there is a answer somewhere.
> Thanks.
>
> Terry K
>
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