Discussion forums

At 10:24AM on 16 September 2009, Theresa Robertson wrote: Does anyone on the club level have a definition of "managerial"? Our club is struggling with which managers qualify for Rotary. We are a club with 230 members and our membership has asked that we provide them with a definition. It's a struggle, so any comments would be appreciated.

At 9:19AM on 9 September 2009, Gertrude Adzo Akpalu wrote: Rotary must adn can grow by active recruitment of professionals and business persons particularly women. Bringing a friend or colelague along to Rotary is a good way to start and also sharing the values of Rotary with friends , family and colleagues. it is great using our website to share experiences on how other clubs are developing and retaining their members.

At 9:36AM on 18 August 2009, Rtn Bipin Kabra wrote: I want to know few projects on membership development as well retention. We are 78 right now. Pl guide.

At 5:16PM on 21 July 2009, Philip Southwell wrote: Most if not all clubs are having difficulty recruiting new younger members. It will be interesting to see how RI proposes we recruit and retain. As a matter of interest I would really like to know how many clubs have aolished the Grace and Toasts ues including the toast to Rotary!

At 2:59PM on 2 July 2009, Emily Francona wrote: My club uses classification talks primarily to learn more about a new member and to learn more about certain vocation (/profession or business). We like to have these vocational classification talk during meetings when we recognize our students of the month, since this enriches their vocational knowledge as well.

At 3:29PM on 29 May 2009, Judy Keyes wrote: I am wondering if the Four Avenues of Service Citation still exists. I am ending my year as club president and I have one member of my club who I would like to recognize in a special way. I had a form that I faxed to RI for this citation. I faxed it on March 31st and have not heard anything - not even an acknowledgement that it was received. I just noticed that the date on the form is May 2003. Does anyone have any information on this citation?

At 9:29AM on 13 April 2009, Rtn. Dinesh Pandya wrote: I am Charter President of newly formed RC of Kalyan Riverside, Dist-3140. With 26 charter member, our club chartered on 12th December, 2008. I have started the Orientation meeting for new and prospective members from 27th July, 2008 and within 4 months we have 26 members ready to join. While this orientation and meeting with prospective members, I have been number of times asked about the meeting intervals. We meet every week and that was one of the reason for not joining the rotary. We know that since last more than a century, we follow this tradition for better fellowship and community service. The reasons for adopting this weekly meeting policy are best known to the senior leaders of RI. My request to know that, would it posible to have regula meeting at fortnight? This will certainly increase membership growth, participation of members in the meeting as wel projects.

At 9:05AM on 9 April 2009, Billy Del Castillo wrote: Friends of Rotaract Good Day!! I would like to know if there is such a prepared memorandum of agreement in RI... Our club is planning to have an extension membership in one particular university in our premise but the school (University of the Philippines) is requesting a memorandum of agreement. We have no knowledge of creating one. I would like to ask for a help... Looking forward to your kindness.. Please contact me at this e-mail address.. bltdc1986@yahoo.com.ph God Bless, Billy Lee Del Castillo Club Secretary, R.Y. 2008-2009 Rotaract Club of San Pedro Sponsored by Rotary Club of San Pedro Rotary International District 3820

At 11:11AM on 6 April 2009, JOHNSON BADEJOKO wrote: I WISH TO JOIN THE MEMBERSHIP LINK ON THE WEBSITE, PLS LINK ME.

At 4:13PM on 10 October 2008, Jack Reed wrote: Classification talks - I can't find a document that describes the content of such talks. I am giving one next week. Since I recently retired, I planned on going over my career, focusing on interesting/unusual aspects. Thoughts? Jack

At 9:31PM on 8 July 2008, RTN. SYED AZMATULLAH RC: CHENNAI PHOENIX RD: 3230 wrote: My suggestion for membership development in developing/under-developed countries, is that membership-fee should be considerably reduced for developing/under-developed countries, when more people of those countries can afford to join Rotary Clubs.

At 10:15AM on 13 June 2008, BUHNYUY wrote: i was invited to a meeting of 1 hour yesterday. 1 hour was like 15 mins. i will like to know more and stay a rotarian

At 4:01PM on 28 January 2008, Charles Parish wrote: I have been a Rotarian for 45 years. I was President of our club 30 years ago. My daughter is now a Rotarian. Is there and provision to recognize a "family" in Rotary? There are several in our club that meet that distinction.

At 11:27AM on 26 December 2007, Joel Hoffman wrote: I'm certainly impressed by all the membership development materials, tips, and ideas I've found here on the RI website! Wow! Thanks!

At 10:53AM on 3 November 2007, rtn.karthikeyan wrote: I was shocked to read the message written by Rtn Vasudevan . On one side we are talking about the 4 way test and the high ideals of Rotary and on the other we are unable to prevent disasters[ retention of new members- new clubs] as that of Rotary Coimbatore Heritage. A club facaing closure before they reach their first anniversary. Thia is shockking and make one loose faith in Rotary. After i read the message i felt i must pray to all concerned to help bring friendship in rotary and not close our eyes to the problems of our brothers in Rotary Heritage. The good samaritans of Rotary please save such disasters.

At 12:58PM on 15 October 2007, PDG Chris Offer, D5040 wrote: Has anyone had success in using a Re-Chartering process to revive a dieing club? I am looking for success stories to rebuild a club of 15 members. What I am suggesting is the club approach the process like a Provisional Rotary club and work towards 20 plus members and actually have a Re-Chartering night and re-present the club’s charter. Has anyone done this?

At 9:32AM on 13 October 2007, RRIMC Jim Ives, Zone 28 wrote: I am grateful for the support of the Membership staff at RI. They have been incredibly supportive during the Presidential conferences as well as continuing to provide detailed information about the districts in my Zone. Job well done! With regard to the COL and allowing alumni as members in the alumni classification, I am totally for it. These are people who have felt the support of the foundation first hand and are probably some of the best supporters of the Foundation programs of any people I know. We have long talked about all the people we invested in and the poor rate of return on the investment. This is a perfect way to maximize that investment. Now all we need to do is ask them to join!

At 8:28AM on 13 October 2007, scariajose wrote: Rotary must grow