AIESEC SAN LUIS OBISPO Local Committee President 2015

Application

Dear AIESEC San Luis Obispo, Though I really do doubt the majority of the LC would actually read this fully but I feel like writing this would be really fun anyway. So here it goes. WOW, where has the year gone? I remember when I first started my term and feeling so lost and unsure because of the realities, but look at us now. When I was contemplating on applying for this role, I have consulted many people and they have all gave me very different view points on the issue. One of the wisdom that I thought was extra impactful was “If you have hopes and a vision for your LC, if you truly think you are right for the job, then it is your duty to run for LCP.” And that was really it! I knew I had a hope of a grand AIESEC SLO. I knew I had a vision of taking our LC to new heights. But something they never told me was that I would never actually be ready for this job until it is actually done. The position of LCP is a once is a life time experience of pure personal and professional development. No one will truly be “ready” for the job, and honestly, being “not-ready” should not stop anyone from trying. Just applying is a journey that requires deep self realization and level of commitment for this organization, it’s mission, and the people it has changed and will continue to impact. Filling out this application is the first step towards a sacred process where your peers will choose their next leader. AIESEC SLO is something that I hold very dear to my heart and as sad I am, I am excited to pass the torch to someone that shares the passion. Please read requirements and responsibilities. Please be clear and concise with your answers. I wish you the best in this journey. Best, Samson Local Committee President 2014          

Part I: Processes, Requirements, and Role Description

Application and Selection Process 1.  Candidate applications are due by Friday, September 26st, 2014 by 11:59PM to Samson Wu (slo-president@aiesecus.org ) 1.  (OPTIONAL) Candidates may choose to attach a max of two written endorsements from individuals

outside of the LC. 2.  Make sure to be thorough and concise in answering ALL questions. 3.  After the application process all candidates are required to attend LCP Workshops lead by Samson

(9/28-10/1) . During which you will be judged by a selected committee of 1 EB Member, 1 Team Leader and 1 General Member.

4.  Each candidate will do a ten-minute speech in front of the local committee, to be followed by a Q+A. 5.  LC members will have the opportunity to submit a range vote for the candidates. Requirements Official Start Date: January 1st, 2015 with transition beginning immediately after selection. •  Must be willing to hold the position for 1 year. •  Exceptional communication, organization, multi-tasking and analytical abilities. •  Experience in leading a team, project, session, or event. •  Clear understanding of AIESEC U.S. impacts and experience in creating this impact. •  Attendance at all 2014 and 2015 National Conferences and National Presidents’ Meetings in 2015 •  Attendance at National Presidents’ Meeting Fall 2014 (in SLO)

Part I: Processes, Requirements, and Role Description

 Role Description Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Ensure AIESEC San Luis Obispo is running effectively and efficiently Manage AIESEC San Luis Obispo to ensure exchange results

Ensure growth and impact of the local committee Manage necessary relationships at Cal Poly and ASI

Provide leadership and support to AIESEC San Luis Obispo Represent AIESEC San Luis Obispo in AIESEC United States and Internationally

Ensure financial viability and success Interface with the Board of Advisors

Collaboration and synergy with West Coast, MC, other LC’s, and National Plenary SONA submission every quarter

Part II: application AIESEC Experience List all positions you have held since you joined AIESEC. Use “Team’s Name” for any period you did not hold a specific role. 1) General Information

Name Current Team Quarter that you join AIESEC Telephone E-mail

2) Responsibilities in AIESEC so far Dates Position/Title/Team LC/MC/Location

i.e. Jan 2013-Dec 2013 LCVP iGIP San Luis Obispo

3) Past Conferences/Retreat Attendance Dates Name of Event Role (if Applicable) i.e. Jan 2013 LC Retreat Delegate

Part II: application

Questions Please note that a maximum of 100 words is the standard for the logistical questions. Logistical Questions   1.  LCP is required to attend all conferences during the one year term (Winter National Conference 2014,

Summer National Conference 2015, RoKS Spring 2015, RoKS Fall 2015, NPM in Fall 2014, Spring 2015, Fall 2015, will you be able to attend all the meeting listed? If not, why?

2.  Will you be able to stay in San Luis Obispo during summer 2015 to maintain summer operations? If not, why?

3.  Do you have any commitments/projected commitments other than AIESEC?  ”It's given me a chance to gain real experience leading a team of leaders and driving organizational ingenuity and growth in a way that has strengthened my own leadership style while also allowing me to try others. It is a great way to learn what you can do when you are provided all the opportunity to make things happen and reach for your potential.”

- Bjørn Mikkelson, LCP of AIESEC Eau Claire (Co-Creator of AIESEC SLO Claire)  

Part II: application Questions Please note that a maximum of 200 words is the standard for the following questions. However, please do not stress if you feel the information is pertinent AIESEC Experience & Personal Motivation 1.  What results have you personally achieved in AIESEC since you have joined (Please

include Key Performance Indicators)? How will this contribute to your role as LCP?

2.  Briefly highlight the areas you have had the most AIESEC experience and describe how these experiences make you the right candidate for the role of LCP.

3.  Why do you want to be the LCP of AIESEC San Luis Obispo? What are the personal

reasons? What are the professional reasons? What part of the work that an LCP does is motivating for you?

“One of the biggest things I gained was really understanding who I am, what I want to do, and what I have the potential to do. I've gotten to work with some many brilliant and creative people from all around the world and gained many close friends. I have basically gotten to learn how to run a small business and a lot about organizational development and people.”

-Natalie Rodger, LCP of AIESEC Austin (Receiver of the Ultimate Growth Award)  

Part II: application Questions Please note that a maximum of 200 words is the standard for the following questions. However, please do not stress if you feel the information is pertinent Leadership Vision & Purpose 1.   How do you view the role of the LCP when it comes to working locally, regionally,

nationally, and internationally?

2.  What kind of team do you want and why?

3.  What are the 3 most important resposibilities as LCP? Why do you think these are the most important?

4.  What is your vision for AIESEC San Luis Obispo? “I’ve had the opportunity to experience AIESEC on various levels as well as a platform to

really build my personal and professional networks. Being a LCP is very challenging and at times you may be put in a less ideal situation, but that is the reason why it has made my experience a great experience.”

– Jimmy Ngo, LCP of AIESEC New York City (Winner of the Top Employer Award)

Part II: application Questions Please note that a maximum of 200 words is the standard for the following questions. However, please do not stress if you feel the information is pertinent Focus & Strategy 1.   Please create a SWOT analysis of AIESEC San Luis Obispo.

2.  Whatwill the top priorities be in 2015 for the LC? (List 3) 3.  What do you see as AIESEC San Luis Obispo’s current direction? How will you continue

or change it next year?

4.  If you had to focus on 3 things during your term, what would they be and what would be the major strategies to achieve the goal. How would you measure whether or not you are achieving those goals?

“I'll never forget my LCP experience because it forced me to examine myself and what I care about more honestly than I ever had before, and it gave me the friendship of 30 (or whatever the exact number is) individuals on the same of journey who supported and cared for me, and who I supported and cared for in return”

– Helen Lee, LCP of AIESEC Northwestern

Part III: Speech (Not required for application submission)

This section is not required to submit with your application. The questions are meant to guide your 10 minute speech. 1. Why have you decided to stand for LCP? What do you want to take out of this experience?   2. What would your three focus areas be as LCP, and how will you achieve them?   3. What are your three most important responsibilities as LCP, and why? 4. What is the main bottleneck in the performance of each functional team (ICX, OGX, COMM, Finance, and TM, respectively)? What are your statistical goals for each function in the coming year?   5. How can AIESEC San Luis Obispo become more prominent on the national level? How do you plan to accomplish this?   6. What is AIESEC San Luis Obispo’s culture? What should change, and how? What should be kept, and how?    7. In one line, articulate your vision for the LC, starting with the words “AIESEC San Luis Obispo will be…”

Part Iv: endorsement letter (Not required for application submission)

This section is not required to submit with your application. Although it is not required for this particular application, many applications in AIESEC would require an endorsement letter written by someone in AIESEC. This endorsement letter may be written by your Teammate, Team Member, Past Leader, Past VP, etc. Once again I would not stress this part as it is simply something that would enhance your application but it is not necessary for the sake of the application

Good Luck!