“Man’s flight
through life is sustained by the power of his knowledge.”
– Legend inscribed
on the granite base, USAF Academy "Eagle and Fledgling" statue
This
month, let's touch upon a subject that many would rather leave
alone, and so they choose to ignore it. But ignorance is not bliss
– rather,
it's a terrible handicap. So here we go.
These
are the top three reasons why members don't renew:
1. Poor leadership
2. Lack of activity or training
3.
Lack of meaningful duty assignment.
Communication is the key to success in any organization. By
regularly encouraging senior members and cadets to complete their
training courses, using that knowledge to their fullest potential
within their units and wings, we'll be more successful in keeping
our most valuable asset – the volunteer.
This
month I’ll start with the basics for the new PDO.
Learn
the Regulations, and learn where to best place the Officer to suit
the unit's needs. While so doing, build upon the member's interest
and potential, which leads to job satisfaction.
Regulations You Need to Know:
Please read these regulations and become familiar with their
content. The more you know, the better off you will be. Since a
leader needs to lead by example, when you're in the "training
business" it's a good idea to start by seeking training for
yourself.
