Module 5: Hosting Recruitment & Finding the Right Membership Fit
Finding the Right Fit
When looking to add members to your organization, it is important to identify what your chapter considers to be desirable qualities and undesirables qualities for a Potential New Member. This is important because the members that you will be bringing in from recruitment will eventually be the ones to run the chapter. The longevity of your chapter should be the focus when identifying these qualities. That being said, you should also always remember to consider quality over quantity when making any decisions regarding a new member class.
Take a look at the examples below. Then write down what you consider to be desirable and undesirable qualities in a candidate. Have this prepared for your next meeting with your Director.
Desirable Qualities
Open Mindedness/Willingness to Learn
Encompasses ALL 3 of our pillars
Innovative
Growth mindset
Problem-solver
Entrepreneurial
Communication
Passionate
Adaptable
Self-motivated
Active in the recruitment process
Has time for PGN / Prioritizes PGN
Personable
Respectful / humble
Undesirable Qualities
Late or missed events without excuse
Repeatedly asks inappropriate questions
Excessively cocky
Disrespectful
No response to criticism / does not want to improve
Uninterested
Does not follow guidelines