Everyone works hard to have their facilities clean for different campers and guests. But is your level of custodial cleanliness what you wish? Is that level by happenstance, or by intention? Below are some ideas of what you can discuss … Continue reading
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Below is a link that describes the changes some campgrounds are undergoing nationally. If you have a campground section of your operation, you might want to discuss the direction among your staff. What’s your reaction to the article? Why? What … Continue reading
We’re in the information age with lots of data. With your team, administration, committee, board, etc., discuss: Why do we need to plan more than one year-out? How many years do we need? How do we know what areas we … Continue reading
“Sometimes it’s because, right out of the gate, you haven’t properly sized up the problem you’re about to tackle. The most effective leaders I know have a much higher problem-solving batting average because they start by processing the problem through … Continue reading
Is Empathy Boss? The Science Behind Soft Skills From DDI’s research (a global human resources consultancy specializing in leadership assessment and development), read either a whitepaper or an article about how important empathy is. Whitepaper Is Empathy Boss? The Science … Continue reading
Part three of a three-part series: How nonprofit practitioners are changing the conversation about nonprofit overhead What: FREE GuideStar Webinar on Nonprofit Overhead Date: March 23, 2016 Time: 2 p.m. ET Presenters: Ann Goggins Gregory, COO, Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco … Continue reading
We’re in the information age with lots of data. With your team, administration, committee, board, etc., discuss: What faculties data do you collect and use? (such as utilities, soil, noxious weeds, number of service calls, maintenance requests?) Who manages your … Continue reading
“This week Earl Miller, a professor of neuroscience at The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory at MIT, breaks down why you shouldn’t multitask.” Read the online article at http://fortune.com/2016/12/07/why-you-shouldnt-multitask/ “Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Multitask, According to a MIT Neuroscientist,” … Continue reading
With your team, administration, committee, board, etc., discuss: What is the process for your Food Services Supervisor to give input into the annual budget process for kitchen equipment for the replacement schedule and associated estimated costs (ovens, walk-in refrigerators, dishwashers, … Continue reading
With your team, administration, committee, board, etc., discuss: What are the benefits of having the property director and executive aligned with philosophies, priorities, strategic direction, responding to guest/camper needs, etc.? What are the strengths in the relationship? What is one … Continue reading
With your team, administration, committee, board, etc., discuss: What direct and indirect annual facility costs are included in guest fees? (utilities, supplies, services such as pest control, etc.) Are the costs adequate for the property’s needs? Does your written paragraph … Continue reading
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With your team, administration, committee, board, etc., take a look at the graphic. What is the current financial stage of your property? Or does it span more than one? Has the organization always been in the same stage? How … Continue reading
Snakes, alligators, mice, spiders, ticks, bears, etc. are just part of the natural setting right? Some are poisonous, some can cause damage, some carry diseases. As a staff member, you live in the area and have acquired a lot of … Continue reading
For most people, it’s easier to work with your team when things are going well. People are in high spirits. Compliments are prolific. But what about when it’s difficult to find the information? Or what if the data gives the … Continue reading