1. This presentation should be viewed as a PowerPoint Slide Show. To view as a slide show: 1. Click on ‘Slide Show’ from the menu at the top of the screen. 2. Select ‘From Beginning’ Second Vice District Governor Training Before You Begin Questions? Contact your Information Technology chairperson or the E-Learning department at llc@lionsclubs.orgllc@lionsclubs.org

2. Before You Begin This training module will take you approximately 30-45 minutes. You can stop at any time and return to the training at your convenience. 1 Second Vice District Governor Training

3. This course includes a workbook to enhance your learning experience. Have you downloaded your workbook? If not, click here to access and print the workbook before continuing to the next slide.here 2 Before You Begin Second Vice District Governor Training

4. How to Use the Workbook The workbook is organized into four sections, each corresponding to the sections of this presentation. Each workbook section provides additional information to supplement the concepts addressed. 3 *During the course, this icon will appear and refer you to specific pages within the workbook. Second Vice District Governor Training

5. A Note About Navigation In general, navigating from slide to slide within the presentation will only require a click of the computer mouse. Sometimes, a slide may contain links to resources on the LCI Web site. A green computer mouse icon in the lower left corner of the slide will indicate that a link exists on the slide. In this instance, use your own computer mouse to click the link, and you will be redirected to that resource on the Web site. 4 Here is a link for you to try! Second Vice District Governor Training

6. 5 Are you ready to get started?

8. Congratulations on being elected to the position of second vice district governor! This course will provide you with information and resources to prepare you for your new position. Welcome! 7

9. This course contains: Information about the district governor team An overview of responsibilities of the district governor and first vice district governor A description of the specific responsibilities of the second vice district governor An explanation of the relationship between the district governor team and the GMT-D and the GLT-D A listing of resources for further learning/development 8

10. The District Governor Team 9 Section 1 Go to page 1 of your workbook. This section: Identifies the district governor team Describes the team-based approach of the district governor team and the benefits of this approach

11. 10 The district governor team manages district operations and administration, and uses a team approach to provide effective leadership throughout the district structure. The Team

12. 11 District Governor Second Vice District Governor Cabinet Secretary-Treasurer First Vice District Governor Region Chairperson Zone Chairperson Committees Region Chairperson Committees District Structure The district governor team – including the district governor, first vice district governor, and second vice district governor – is the core of district leadership.

13. A Team Approach to District Leadership The district governor, first vice district governor, and second vice district governor are really members of a relay team. Each year, the district governor provides leadership with the support of his/her vice district governors. At the beginning of each Lions year, the baton is passed to the next member of the team. 12

14. Benefits of a Team Approach Tasks are delegated and dispersed, resulting in more effective district administration/leadership Opportunities for vice district governors to gain experience Continuity in district administration from year-to-year Fosters a collaborative, supportive team environment 13 Teamwork leads to better results!

15. District Governor Teamwork in Action 14 There’s so much to do as district governor. How am I going to handle all of the club visits this year? I have an idea! My first vice district governor can visit the clubs that are experiencing membership and retention challenges. My second vice district governor can visit clubs that have requested more information leadership development programs and opportunities. Then I will visit the remaining clubs!

16. Successful District Governor Teams “Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision…the ability to direct individual accomplishment toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.” ~Andrew Carnegie, Scottish-American industrialist, businessman, and philanthropist 15

17. 16 Let’s review! Go to page 2 in your workbook, and complete the assessment before advancing to the next slide.

18. Which of the following are benefits of a team approach to district leadership? Click once to reveal the correct answers. 17  Each newly-elected district governor will have at least 2 years of experience in matters of district leadership and administration  Team members have the opportunity to collaborate with one another  Tasks can be effectively divided among team members  A continuous succession of leadership allows for more effective district administration

19. Responsibilities of the District Governor Team 18 This section provides: An overview of district governor and first vice district governor responsibilities In-depth review of the second vice district governor responsibilities Section 2

20. District Governor The district governor is the chief executive officer of the district and serves as the district governor team leader. He/she is responsible for the supervision of: first and second vice district governors cabinet secretary-treasurer other cabinet members region/zone chairpersons 19 District Governor Second Vice District Governor First Vice District Governor Go to page 3 in your workbook for information about district governor responsibilities.

21. Overview of responsibilities : Oversee GMT at district level and administer/promote membership growth and new club development Oversee GLT at district level and administer/promote leadership development at the club/district levels Support/promote LCIF and service activities Preside over cabinet and other district meetings Maintain district fiscal responsibility Supervise the health of clubs in the district 20 District Governor You will learn more about the GMT/GLT later in this course.

22. For the most current information on the roles and responsibilities of the district governor, refer to the following resources on the LCI Web site: District Constitution and By-Laws LCI Board Policy Manual District Governor Team Manual 21 District Governor

23. First Vice District Governor The first vice district governor is the chief assistant to the district governor, directly participates in district administration, and can serve as a representative of the district governor. This prepares the first vice district governor for a more efficient transition into the role of district governor, should he/she be officially elected or should a vacancy occur. 22 District Governor Second Vice District Governor First Vice District Governor Go to page 4 in your workbook for information about first vice district governor responsibilities.

24. Overview of responsibilities: Participate in cabinet meetings; preside over meetings in the governor’s absence Assist in the review of club health; assist in the development of plans to strengthen weak clubs Visit clubs as a representative of the governor Serve as the key district governor team liaison to the GMT Work with district governor team and the GLT to develop/implement a plan for district leadership development 23 First Vice District Governor You will learn more about the GMT/GLT later in this course.

25. For the most current information on the roles and responsibilities of the first vice district governor, refer to the following resources on the LCI Web site: District Constitution and By-Laws LCI Board Policy Manual District Governor Team Manual 24 First Vice District Governor

26. Second Vice District Governor You, the second vice district governor, directly assist in district administration and can serve as a representative of the district governor. This will prepare you for a more efficient transition into the role of first vice district governor, should you be officially elected or should a vacancy occur. 25 District Governor Second Vice District Governor First Vice District Governor Go to page 5 in your workbook for information about second vice district governor responsibilities.

27. Second Vice District Governor Responsibilities: Further the purposes of the association Perform administrative duties as assigned by the district governor Perform other functions/acts required by the International Board of Directors Participate in cabinet meetings Conduct meetings in absence of district governor/first vice district governor 26

28. Second Vice District Governor 27 Responsibilities: Participate in council meetings as appropriate Be familiar with club status/health; review monthly financials and assist district governor and first vice district governor in identifying/strengthening existing and potential weak clubs Visit clubs as a representative of the governor Assist in planning/conducting district convention

29. Second Vice District Governor 28 Responsibilities: Serve as key district governor team liaison to GLT Work with district governor team and GMT to develop and implement a district-wide plan for membership growth Work with LCIF District Coordinator and assist committee to achieve annual goals by promoting LCIF throughout the district Work with District IT Committee to promote use of LCI Web site and the Internet to members/clubs Supervise other district committees at the request of the governor You will learn more about the GMT/GLT later in this course.

30. 29 For the most current information on the roles and responsibilities of the second vice district governor, refer to the following resources on the LCI Web site : District Constitution and By-Laws LCI Board Policy Manual District Governor Team Manual Second Vice District Governor

31. 30 Let’s review! Go to page 6 in your workbook, and complete the assessment before advancing to the next slide.

32. 31 1. The district governor is the chief executive officer of the district. True False 2. The district governor does not need to support and promote LCIF in the district. True False Explanation: The district governor should support and promote LCIF and other service initiatives. 3. The first vice district governor assists in the development of plans to strengthen weak clubs in the district. True False District Governor and First Vice District Governor Click to reveal each answer to the questions on this screen

33. Second Vice District Governor Click to reveal each answer to the questions on this screen 32 1. The second vice district governor can conduct club visitations as a representative of the district governor. True False 2. The second vice district governor is responsible for promoting the use of technology in the district. True False 3. The second vice district governor does not assist the governor and first vice district governor in the planning of the annual district convention. True False Explanation: The second vice district governor is expected to participate in the planning of the district convention.

34. The District Governor Team and the GMT and the GLT 33 This section explores the team-based relationship between the district governor team and the GMT-D and the GLT-D. Section 3 Go to page 7 in your workbook for a brief overview of the GMT and the GLT.

35. What are the GMT and the GLT? 34 The Global Membership Team and the Global Leadership Team are multi-level structures with three basic goals: Continued membership growth Improved club success Enhanced leadership quality

36. The Global Membership Team Primary objectives of the GMT: Membership development through new members, new clubs Encouraging club success to improve retention GMT Structure: 35 GMT Constitutional Area Leaders GMT Area Leaders GMT - Multiple District GMT - District GMT Constitutional Area Leaders - Identify growth strategies and direct membership-related actions across the constitutional area GMT Area Leaders - Motivate and monitor results across several multiple districts GMT-Multiple District -Organize and facilitate membership action planning at the multiple district level -Includes council chairperson and up to 3 other Lions GMT-District -Deliver and drive membership results -Ensure club success

37. The Global Leadership Team 36 GLT Constitutional Area Leaders GLT Area Leaders GLT - Multiple District GLT - District Primary objectives of the GLT: Identification and development of potential Lions leaders Training, education, and coaching of existing leaders to maximize performance GLT Structure: GLT Constitutional Area Leaders - Identify leadership needs and strategies across a constitutional area GLT Area Leaders - Motivate, monitor, and share best practices across several multiple districts -Organize, track, and coordinate training at the multiple district level -Includes council chairperson and up to 3 other Lions GLT - Multiple DistrictGLT - District -Identify and develop capable leaders in the district, zones, and clubs

38. 37 Collaboration between the GMT and the GLT addresses regional growth and development needs, increases membership, improves club health, and enhances the quality of leadership. Working Together: The GMT and the GLT

39. The District Governor Team and the GMT/GLT 38 The district governor team is at the core of the team-based structure of the GMT and the GLT at the district level. DG Teams GMT-DGLT-D The district governor team serves as a key part of both teams.

40. 39 The District Governor Team and the GMT/GLT GMT – D District Governor 1st and 2 nd Vice District Governors GMT District Coordinator Region/Zone Chairpersons Additional members GLT – D District Governor 1 st and 2 nd Vice District Governors GLT District Coordinator Region/Zone Chairpersons Additional members Each member of the district governor team has a specific role to fulfill as part of the GMT and the GLT. *As the second vice district governor, you serve as the key district governor team liaison to the GLT, and work with other members of the district GLT to establish and implement a district-wide leadership development plan. For more information about the GMT/GLT and the roles of the district governor team, go to pages 8-9 in the workbook.

41. 40 Let’s review! Go to page 10 in your workbook, and complete the assessment before advancing to the next slide.

42. Fill in the blank for each statement with the words listed at the bottom of the screen. Click once to reveal the correct answers. 1. The goals of the GMT and the GLT are continued membership growth, __________________, and enhanced leadership quality. 2. The district governor team is at the _________of the team-based GMT/GLT district structure. 3. The GLT district coordinators ___________ and ____________ leaders in the districts, zones, and clubs. 41 core top improved club success new clubs identify develop chooses

43. 4. The __________________ are members of both the GMT and GLT at the district level. 5. The second vice district governor works with other members of the ___________ to establish and implement a district-wide_______________________. 42 Fill in the blank for each statement with the words listed at the bottom of the screen. Click once to reveal the correct answers. district GLT DG team district GMT region/zone chairpersons leadership development plan

44. Additional Training Resources 43 Section 4 Go to page 11 in your workbook for a listing of additional resources.

45. Additional Training Resources 44 Now that you know a little more about the position of second vice district governor, the key to your success in this position will be your willingness to continue your learning and development, and your ability to locate resources when you need them.

46. Additional Resources: District Information The following LCI resources provide general information about the position of second vice district governor: District Constitution and By-Laws LCI Board Policy Manual District Governor Team Manual Also visit the District Resource Center to access otherDistrict Resource Center district-related LCI resources. 45

47. Additional Resources: LCIF The second vice district governor and other members of the district governor team support the LCIF district coordinator as he/she promotes the Foundation to support service efforts around the world. For more information about working with LCIF in this capacity visit: www.lcif.orgwww.lcif.org 46

48. Additional Resources: Technology Second vice district governors are responsible for working with the District Information Technology Committee by promoting the use of the LCI Web site and the Internet to members and clubs. The LCI Web site can be used to: Obtain general LCI informationgeneral LCI information File reports and view records Purchase club supplies Promote clubs with the an e-Clubhousee-Clubhouse 47

49. Additional Resources: Technology In 2017, we will celebrate our Centennial - our 100 year anniversary as an association. Stay up-to-date on the variety of programs and initiatives by visiting www.Lions100.org, and encourage Lions in your district to participate. www.Lions100.org 48

50. Additional Resources: Leadership As an active member of the GLT, take time to familiarize yourself with the Leadership Resource Center on the LCI Web site. 49 Click on the image to begin exploring the Leadership Resource Center!

51. Additional Resources: Online Courses 50 The Lions Learning Center, located within the Leadership Resource Center, provides a variety of online courses to facilitate learning and development of key leadership skills. Click here for course information!here Decision Making Coaching Creativity Leadership Effective Listening Promoting Innovation Valuing Member Diversity Conflict Resolution Effective Public Speaking Providing Community Service Member Motivation Effective Teams Managing Change Public Relations Delegation Meeting Management Writing Your Personal Mission Statement Servant Leadership Goal Setting Mentoring Time Management

52. Training Summary 51 What did we learn?

53. Training Summary In this course you learned about: The District Governor Team The Responsibilities of the District Governor Team The District Governor Team and the GMT/GLT Additional Resources for Further Development 52 *If you would like to review the slides and information of a specific section of this course, use your computer mouse to click on any of the links above.

54. “With realization of one’s own potential and self-confidence in one’s ability, one can build a better world.” - Anonymous 53

55. We hope you found this training course to be informative and useful as you begin your term as second vice district governor. If you have questions or comments regarding this course, please contact leadership@lionsclubs.org leadership@lionsclubs.org 54