There are no Past Leaders in Kiwanis

by Immed. Past KI Pres. Don Canady

Are you a past Kiwanis leader? I don't think so!

Have you served as a club president, lieutenant governor, governor or in any other Kiwanis leadership position in the past? If you have, that doesn't mean you're a past leader.

Your term as a president, lieutenant governor or governor may have ended, but you're still a leader. Your club, your division and your district still need you to be a leader. You gained some extremely valuable experience and knowledge as a leader, and Kiwanis now needs you to share that knowledge and experience.

You can mentor current and upcoming leaders with your tactful counsel, support and encouragement. But don't force it upon them. Nurture them as leaders, encourage them, empower them. Help them feel comfortable about asking you for advice and direction.

Let them know you want to be on their "team" and that you're willing and available to assist them any way you can. And be available to them when they call. Be a resource for them. Be a friend.
Let your success as a leader help them succeed as leaders. Your Kiwanis club, division and district-and the children of your communities and the world-will benefit.