BECOMING A LEADER Instructor(s) introduce the course to make sure everyone is in the correct course. Instructor(s) introduce themselves – name, lodge, hometown. If class size is small each participant can be given the opportunity to introduce themselves, otherwise ask for a show of hands about general lodge/chapter positions held – chief, vice-chief, event chairman, etc.

Becoming A Leader “It Starts With Us” NOAC 2015 theme Goals for the session: Provide information on how to become a leader. Offer examples of good leadership characteristics. Give an opportunity to take the information back home and put it to use. Review briefly the goals for the session.

Becoming A Leader Learn about lodge leadership opportunities, the qualities of great leaders, and develop a plan to put into action the goals you set to become a better lodge leader. "What are my Opportunities" discuss opportunities to get involved in a local lodge. "Qualities and Expectations of Lodge Leaders" focuses on the qualities of great leaders and the expectations of being a lodge leader. Setting the example, servant leadership, etc. Focus on the fact that young Arrowmen look up to these leaders and their behaviors and actions can, and will, have a lasting impact on these young and new Arrowmen. "Making it Happen Back Home" is a hands on session where guests will write a personal action plan, developing several goals, to take what they have learned. They will then commit to completing these goals when they return home from NOAC. These are the parts of the session and a brief description of what each of the 3 parts will cover. Talk briefly about each part.

Becoming A Leader This session will help the Lodge/Chapter/Section with Journey to Excellence Requirements #16 & #17 Discuss briefly the JTE requirements #16 & 17. Each requirement is on an individual page following this page.

Becoming A Leader (JTE) 16. Leadership development: Conduct at least one LLD during the year with qualified instructors using current materials. Bronze – Train at least 56% of LEC members or a 3% increase over prior year (50 points) Silver – Train at least 83% of LEC members or a 3% increase over 56% (100 points) Gold – Train 100% of LEC members or a 3% increase over 83% (200 points) Review the requirements at each level. Briefly point out the differences in the criteria for each level.

Becoming A Leader (JTE) 17. Planning and reporting: Submit a written performance plan and annual report of accomplishments to the Scout Executive and council executive board. Bronze – Submit a written annual lodge performance plan to the Scout Executive (25 points) Silver – Submit a written annual report to the council executive board (50 points) Gold – Oral annual report given to council executive board by the lodge chief (100 points) Review the requirements at each level. Briefly point out the differences in the criteria for each level.

Becoming A Leader Session 1 "What are my Opportunities" These apply to lodge and chapter (youth and adult adviser) Officer – chief, vice chief, secretary, treasurer. Committee chairman. Event chairman. Elangomat. Event committee chairman. Special project chairman. Adviser – All adult roles are as ADVISERS. "What are my Opportunities" discusses all of the opportunities to get involved in a local lodge. You don't have to be an officer to be a lodge leader. Committee members, Elangomats, Service project lead, etc. Ask participants what ways they can become involved as leaders in the chapter or lodge. Expand on answers as necessary. Differentiate between youth and adult leadership roles.

Becoming A Leader Session 2 "Qualities and Expectations of Lodge Leaders" Styles of Leadership Dictator Delegator Doer Let It Happen "Qualities and Expectations of Lodge Leaders" focuses on the qualities of great leaders and the expectations of being a lodge leader – Setting the example, servant leadership, etc. Focus on the fact that young Arrowmen look up to these leaders and their behaviors and actions can, and will, have a lasting impact on these young and new Arrowmen. What are the qualities of a leader? What are the expectations of a leader? Explore the styles of leaders – Dictator, Delegator, Doer, Let It Happen Explore the phases of leadership – forming the group, getting the group together, working with the group, group performance. Discuss the ‘tools’ of a leader - Planning, Delegating, Setting the Example, Evaluating, Communicating, Group Resources, Teaching, Individual and Group Characteristics (Know yourself and your group, strengths and weaknesses).

Becoming A Leader Session 2 Phases of Leadership Forming the group Getting the group together Working with the group Group performance.

Becoming A Leader Session 2 Discuss the different phases of leadership as it relates to the different phases of building the team. Directing – Orientation (Forming the Group) Coaching – Dissatisfaction (Getting the Group Together) Supporting – Resolution (Working with the Group) Delegating – Performance (Group Performance) NOTE: The goal remains the same, but the group changes it’s focus based on the action of the leader.

Becoming A Leader Session 2 Important characteristics of leadership Planning Delegating Setting the Example Evaluating Communicating Group Resources Teaching Individual and Group Characteristics (Know yourself and your group, strengths and weaknesses) Briefly discuss each of the bullets and how they are related and interconnected to the role of the leader and development of the group.

Becoming A Leader Session 3 "Making it Happen Back Home" Participants will develop written goals to use when they get back home to improve the chapter/lodge/section by using the leadership skills they have learned at NOAC. "Making it Happen Back Home" is a hands on session where guests will write a personal action plan, developing several goals, to take what they have learned. They will then commit to completing these goals when they return home from NOAC. Similar to an NLS contract or Wood Badge ticket (but of course not that deep of a level). Explain the importance of taking this information with you and putting it to use. Ask for questions regarding same. Provide participants a copy of the ‘contract’ form. Explain the form that has been provided. Emphasize the SMART acronym. Trainers help participants complete the form. If time allows have some share their goals.

Becoming A Leader Session 3 Use SMART goal(s) Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Timely Explain the SMART acronym. Specific – the goal is to be a specific item that is to be accomplished. Measurable – the goal must be something that the progress can be tracked and it can be determined that the item is complete. Attainable – the goal must be something that is in the control of the individual. Relevant – the goal must be relevant to the position/job of the individual. Timely – make sure the goal is within a reasonable time frame.

Becoming A Leader Session 3 The session staff will assist the participants in developing their goals. A form will be provided for use by the participants. Staff pass out the forms to the participants. Staff members will make themselves available to assist the participants in completing the form by answering questions and providing guidance for the goals.

Becoming A Leader Contract This form is to be a handout. At least 1 form per participant.

Trainer Preparation What qualifications should the trainer have to perform this session? Trainers for this session should be familiar with: The different styles and stages of leadership. Group dynamics Effective teaching techniques Understand the SMART accronym Trainers for this session must Have a working knowledge of the key concepts noted on the slides. Be able to talk in front of a group of diversified participants. Have the ability to provide answers to a variety of questions pertaining to leadership and it’s relationship to the Order of the Arrow.

Appendix Resources List any resources to assist in Training (PowerPoint, Handouts, etc.) The slides in this presentation. Numerous books (too many to list) dealing with leadership. BSA training courses, such as – NYLT, Wood Badge, NLS, position specific training for adults, etc. Corporate training available by employees. Online information related to leadership and Boy Scouts.

Trainer Instructions: Have been provided in the notes for each slide.   This information will be provided when the syllabus is finalized.

For Training Resources and More Information Visit: http://training.oa-bsa.org/noac2015