Why Bother?

Setting shared goals gives a focus for the group and builds support for implementation. This can be the guarantee that some action will take place. Shared goals can also be used to check progress and provide for some accountability. Goal setting is a mission-critical activity and should depend on the mission or purpose of the group. Goals form the very heart of the community building process. Knowing the goals and associated costs gives a realistic road map to success for the community group.

The Situation:

Suppose two service clubs are competing with each other. The two clubs have similar but competing goals for a community betterment project. However, neither club has enough volunteers, time, money and other resources.

Should you:

(A) Organize a work session for the two service clubs to identify how they can help each other.

(B) Work with each club separately to find their own niche in community betterment.

(C) Address the problem through the officers first to get them to understand that competition for resources will work against attaining the goal.

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