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STRENGTHENING ROTARYJennifer JonesPaul Hydzik25 June 2013
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Why we’re strengthening Rotary
What our research tells us
“What is Rotary?”
3 ways you can strengthen your club
TOGETHER WE EXPLORE
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WHY WE’RE STRENGTHENING ROTARY
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Never Heard of Rotary
Know Name Only
SomeFamiliarity
PUBLIC IMAGE SURVEY
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OPPORTUNITY
NOT EARNING FULL CREDIT FOR OUR GOOD WORKHarder to reach our full potential
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WHAT OUR RESEARCH TELLS US
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Conducted
160+ interviews
Analyzed 20,162 surveys
Reviewed
400+ documents
Zone Institutes
Participated in
5Obtained comprehensive feedback from
Rotarians & prospects in 167 countries
Visited
20 clubsand attended the
2012
International
Convention
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OUR STRENGTHS DIFFERENTIATE US
1. A multidisciplinary perspective allows us to see challenges in ways others can’t
2. The ability to apply leadership and expertise to social issues
3. The passion and perseverance necessary for lasting change
4. Community impact on a global scale
See differently
Think differently
Act responsibly
Impact communities globally
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To positively impact my community
Friendship and fellowshipProfessional networking/business development opportunities
To have a positive impact globally
Potential for personal/professional recognition
Development and training opportunities
10%
0%
30%
20%
Why did you initially join Rotary?
PRIMARY REASONS PEOPLE JOIN ROTARY…
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…ARE THE SAME REASONS THEY STAY ROTARIANS
Why do you stay with Rotary?
To positively impact my community
Friendship and fellowshipProfessional networking/business development opportunities
To have a positive impact globally
Potential for personal/professional recognition
Development and training opportunities
10%
0%
30%
20%
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IMPLICATIONS
Rotarians are responsible leaders– Define by mindset
Connecting always will be a driving force behind Rotary
Rotary creates community impact on a global scale
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PUT THESE FACTS TO WORK
How do you:
• Find leadership roles for new members right from the start?
• Use service to create opportunities for prospects to connect?
• Look beyond title to a prospect’s mindset for membership potential?
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HOW DO YOU ANSWER?
What is Rotary?
Um…
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JOIN LEADERSEXCHANGE
IDEASTAKE
ACTION
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Rotary brings together the kind of people who step forward to take on important issues for
local communities everywhere.
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CONNECTION AND COMMUNITY
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“What is Rotary?”
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ROTARY’S COMMUNICATIONS
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3 WAYS YOU CAN STRENGTHEN ROTARY
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STRENGTHEN ROTARY
1. SHARE WHAT YOU LEARNED.
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2. LIVE THE BRAND…ANDINSPIRE YOUR CLUB TO TRULY LIVE IT AS WELL
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STRENGTHEN ROTARY
3. WORK TO IMPROVE MEMBER ENGAGEMENT.
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Community&
Connection
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BE A
ROTARYCHAMPION