NEA UniServ Academy

Running Up the Ladder

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 07:44:54 -0500

New Teacher Value Stream

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 07:35:48 -0500

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". New Teachers

Pike's Fish Market

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 07:32:00 -0500

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

Value Stream

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 07:30:35 -0500

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. Download

John Stocks

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 07:29:04 -0500

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.

Election 2008

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 13:39:19 -0500

This outstanding class of UD's dug very,very deep and raised $802 for the election 2008. Sue Vento, trainer added $250. Sue challenged the group to raise $750 and she would add $250 so we could turn in $1000. Play the video to see the presentation to John Wilson, executive director of the NEA.

Acting on What Matters

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 12:45:36 -0500

Randy Pauch is a professor at Carnige Mellon. This is his thoughts about what matters. Randy is dying of cancer. To view video

Crucial Conversations- 7 steps

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 11:20:59 -0500

This sheet has the list of the 7 steps to be successful in crucial conversation. You may wish to visit the site that these steps came from. you can find more resources and training. site

Inspirational Daily Quotes

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 11:09:07 -0500

You may wish to subscribe to this site and have a daily inspirational quote. Check out today's quote on "Revolution must begin with you and me'.(Collected Works, Vol. VI-38) quotes

Wilbert and Stress

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 10:51:03 -0500

Wilbert has lead us through many strategies to reduce our stress. His Tai Chi video is on the Health and Wellness blog.

Organizing Quotes

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:57:55 -0500

As you work with your association members you may find these quotes helpful with motivation and inspiration. Download file

Wal-Mart

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:55:57 -0500

This site will give you a variety of clips about Wal Mart and the high cost of low prices. Watch

Organizing Online Resources

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:53:20 -0500

There are many online connections related to organizing. A good start to this research is using Wikipedia, an online encyclopedia. Try these connections for a start. Community Organizing Industrial Areas Foundation

Melian Debate

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:49:55 -0500

Read this short article to prepare for an organizing activity. Download file Read on.........

IDEO- A New Way to Work

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:19:39 -0500

This video can be purchase by going to abc You should be looking for the new shopping cart at a store near you! [visit IDEO's Web site]