Reflecting on Ginny Booton’s February 2005 President’s article, Ginny mentioned that in Stephen Covey’s, “The 8th Habit – From Effectiveness to Greatness”, Covey talks about finding your “voice” and inspiring others to find theirs. Let’s think about this; … with increased pressure to produce more with less staff and resources, it is imperative to become self-aware and to find your "voice." Your “voice” is to give your life meaning and purpose. In doing so, you tap into your talents and capabilities to develop your effectiveness and potential. Ultimately, you are one of your greatest assets!
I joined EWTG in 2000, but it wasn’t until 2005 that I made a commitment to get involved and Chair the Conference Facilities Committee. I learned so much that year. As I continued to participate through the years, I was given an opportunity to Chair the 2009 Conference Committee. During that year I learned about our conference budget (which is huge); how to delegate (I realized that I could not coordinate this conference on my own); to value the skills of others (especially the conference committee chairs that were working with me); to prioritize and meet deadlines (that needs no explanation, right?); and to negotiate with outside vendors that assisted with the coordination of the entire conference. I also learned to appreciate those who support us - our sponsors. I learned all this and much more, but hopefully I’ve convinced you that I grew personally and professionally as I continued to invest time and effort into the growth opportunities that EWTG offers. Now I look back on the 2009 Annual Professional Development Conference as a success because I “found my voice and inspired others to find theirs!” The 2009 Conference Committee Chairs and Committee Members accomplished the 8th Habit through participation in EWTG!
I began this column with this message to help make you aware of the resources at your fingertips. EWTG offers many opportunities to tap into your own talents and capabilities and invest in your personal and professional development, education and career advancement. You are invited to take advantage of participating on one of our many committees and watch the world open up to you in ways that will amaze you.
Service on a Committee:
•Gives you an opportunity to showcase your leadership skills;
•Builds credibility with other members;
•Builds confidence in yourself and your abilities;
•Allows you to network and meet remarkable women that become friends and mentors;
•Grants you more visibility;
•Provides hands-on experience, knowledge, training, and skills;
•Builds your resume and enhances your opportunities for career advancement; and
•Helps to empower your value and success!
Below are our current committees and chairwomen. Learn more about these committees by clicking here. No matter what your interest, there is an EWTG committee for you.
Affiliates Committee - Gena Minjares, Affiliate Director
Communications Committee – Kathryn Harris, Communications Director
Community Service Committee – Del Randall, Chair
Conference Committee – Tanya Skaarup, Vice President and Conference Chair
Development Committee – Shannon Kelley, Chair
Educational Events Committee – Mindy Eppler, Chair
Legislative Committee – Jan Thomas, Chair
Membership Committee – Susan Durso, Membership Director
Mentorship Committee & Strategic Planning Committee – Mary Castleberry, President Elect
Mini-Course Committee – Connie Williams, Mini-Course Director
Program Committee – Denice Bettencourt, Program Director
Public Relations Committee – Liza Willmore, Public Relations Director
Scholarship Committee – Joelyn Weeks, Chair
You can volunteer for any of these committees by completing the volunteer form on our website and emailing it to ewtg@ewtg.org. Download the form here.
“To grasp and hold a vision, that is the very essence of successful leadership—not only on the movie set where I learned it, but everywhere." - Ronald Reagan
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