[MainstreetManagers] Outgoing board members

[Melyn Johnson]

I have pondered this for years and here are some of the reasons why I don't make a big deal when they go off the board:

  *   I honestly expect my board members to continue on their committee (and most do), which is where the real work gets done;
  *   Giving the big going away deal might make them feel as if they are being dismissed, or they have done enough ... and I still want to have them involved;
  *   We work hard for the dollars we have in our budget and we really weigh out the spending;
  *   I do send a hand written thank you card, which I am very sincere in what I say (not a cookie cutter card);
  *   Giving them thank yous and shows of appreciation (not costly ones) throughout their tenure is more important than having a party when they leave.

From: MainstreetManagers <mainstreetmanagers-bounces at lists.onenet.net> On Behalf Of Connie Smith
Sent: Wednesday, July 7, 2021 1:33 PM
To: 'Main Street Managers' <mainstreetmanagers at lists.onenet.net>
Subject: [MainstreetManagers] Outgoing board members

Does anyone do anything special for outgoing board members?

Thanks,

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Connie Smith - Executive Director
327 N. 7th | P.O. Box 188
Perry, OK 73077
(580) 336-1212
Mainstreetperry.com


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