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Gain Experience and Give Back to the Profession
By Shelby Gramling | July 31, 2009
Are you thinking about a board nomination? As you may have seen in the email communication this week, ASTD- Cascadia is currently recruiting nominees for September’s board member election. The nomination committee is welcoming members to nominate themselves or others whose contributions will help lead the chapter during the next year.
The first question that people may ask is, why? I think people join non-profit boards for a variety of reasons. They identify with valuable experiences one can gain from serving on a board. Here are just a few other reasons:
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Team collaboration
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Channel creative energy- keep skills alive!
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Learn Group Dynamics
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Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning
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Grow as a leader
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Gain personal experience with board governance
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Build valuable networks and friendships
As an active volunteer with ASTD-Cascadia, I think it’s also about giving back. Serving, as a board member is an opportunity to give back to the community and the profession you love. You are lending a hand to the organization that supports the professional development of yourself and many others. What better way is there to connect with the profession and give something back.
To learn more about contributing your talents, check out the board leadership competencies and requirements. As with any commitment, it’s important to understand the role and expectations of the chapter. Find out if it’s a good match for you and Cascadia. The service can be truly rewarding when you can see the benefits of your efforts to yourself and the chapter.
Click here for all the details on board recruitment.
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