How to President the RDG Way

3. What's in it for Me?

The president role can be tough, but it offers many benefits, including the following:

• Delegation skills. Most tasks should be handed down to one of the officers (and their committees, where applicable), then followed up on, as needed.
• Coaching and mentoring skills. Ideally, the president has multiple years of experience that they can use to help other officers. 
• Outside speaking opportunities. I've been called on as a president to speak on a panel and elsewhere, because I was listed on our website. This was a fantastic experience!
• Speaking skills. While serving as president I was more motivated to elevate my speaking game.