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Motivating members of your club may be one of the most challenging tasks you will face as a leader. While there is no simple answer on how to motivate your fellow peers, there are some different approaches to motivating others. Here are some suggestions you may wish to consider.
UNDERSTAND - As Stephen Covey says, "Seek first to understand, then to be understood." Before implementing any motivational strategies, take into account the factors which are existent within your club (personalities, personal lives, etc.)
START OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT - Don't start off the year with unreachable expectations. Keep a positive, enthusiastic attitude, and make your goals seem attainable.
CREATE AN INCENTIVE SYSTEM - Incentives can be as small as candy for a job well done, or implementing a points system based on levels of involvement. Contact the Student Activities Office for suggestions on creating an incentive system tailored especially for your club.
LEAD BY EXAMPLE - Do what you say you will. If you are expecting your members to attend meetings on time and get their projects completed, you should do the same.
RECOGNIZE GOOD WORK - When someone does something good, let them know how proud you are!
Frederick Herzberg has a theory on motivation, based on six motivators, which include:
• Achievement
• Recognition
• Responsibility
• Advancement
• The Work Itself
• Potential for Professional Growth
When thinking about ways to motivate fellow club members, you may wish to consider addressing issues which fall within the areas listed above.
Adapted from: http://studentactivities.nd.edu/studentleadership/officerresources/development/motivation.shtml
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