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Randy Pauch is a professor at Carnige Mellon. This is his thoughts about what matters. Randy is dying of cancer. To view
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This paper outlines the ten essential elements of power. These elements are critical to the survival of Public Education and our organization.

1. Members
2. Leaders
3. Staff
4. Message
5. Finances
6. Reputation
7. Relationships
8. Programs
9. Technology
10. Planning

John referenced Saul Alinsky's work.

John also referenced a web site to check out.Real Education Solutions

A few other key thoughts from John:

Our role is to find potential association leaders and then create an environment for those leaders to develop and demonstrate their leadership skills.

Message development and discipline is a critical element in establishing the reputation of the association.

Giving up your power will gain you more power.

Please leave us your comments on the ten essential elements of power listed in John's Affiliate Organizational Capacity by clicking on the "Comments" section below.

This is the overview of what value streaming is. You may want to use this presentation with your local president or membership committee. Remember that the member's experience with the organization begins even before they sign up. You want that experience to be delightful.
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The story of the Pike Fish Market is well known around the world. They were interested in keeping their business alive. They had 4 key learnings that have application to us.

Pike Fish Market

This day will introduce you to the concept of "value streaming". You will find this concept a powerful resource to attract local association volunteers and keeping good leaders. Remember that you are trying to make the association experience "delightful".

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