Important Question - Leadership

[Steve W]

Team leadership is very important. It should not be handled by one person however. Each individual has unique abilities and the jobs must be tailored to each case. What works this year with one individual may not work next year with someone else.

This year out team has 2 presidents. They each have their areas but will work together with each of the sub teams. Last year our president (who is one of this years) found it to be a big job so, as a team, the students decided to go with 2. It will be new to us so we will have to see how it works. Our mentors work along side of the students and help with all of the chores, administration etc. The students handle all of the funds with mentors (2- need 3 signatures) co-signing cheques. They know where they money comes from, were it goes and how much is left. They handle the fund raising and see how it improves our team. Under each of the presidents there are sub team leaders. They are responsible for their sub teams. They report to the presidents and mentors. They must also work with other sub team leaders and students to accomplish their tasks. The whole leadership issue on out team is spread around. By delegating jobs the workload on one individual decreases.

Leadership is inspiring others to greater heights, with more enthusiasm, increased passion and a longing desire to improve each day. Good luck on your venture and stay in touch. We are a community and we are always willing to share our experiences.