Soroptimist Puzzle

Let me share a few observations.

Soroptimist love recognition for themselves and others. Having an opportunity to brag about something your club has done or receiving a certificate is important.  We need to do lots of that in our clubs and as a region.

Soroptimists like information. We seem to thrive when things are explained.  I hope enough of that happens and that we are not so busy with our BGAP, LYD, VRA, and DIBI that we forget to think about what those things really mean.

Soroptimists like to be asked. We can ask for volunteers and get no response. Make a phone call and you’ll get what you need. Let’ s  just consider ourselves asked and step up without a special invitation.

Soroptimists are warm and caring people. Tell a Soroptimist you have a challenge, and she will do her best to solve it. Let’s all continue to do that and to be understanding that someone may have a challenge you don’t know about and need a little support.

Soroptimists do not like deadlines. We are so busy that sometimes things just fly by. All I can say is remember deadlines are there for a reason. There is someone out there trying to organize something and create a good experience not only for you, but for others. Find out the timelines and stick with them. Everyone, including you, will be happier and less stressed.

Finally, Soroptimist really is like a puzzle. None of us are exactly alike, think exactly alike, or act just alike. That’s a good thing. With all those differences, we can all fit together and be the most beautiful picture we can be.

Governor Elise