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At work this morning, the title of a book caught my eye. The book’s title was Tribe of Mentors. These words caused me to reflect and reconsider the message that I would provide in this week’s meeting. In the beginning of the Rotary year, the program was Seth Godin’s TED Talk on tribes. In his talk, he expands on the idea that tribes are about leading and connecting people and ideas. Paul Harris and his friends originally came together for connections and fellowship. With the drafting of The Object of Rotary, the focus shifted from commercial to service.
During the month of January, Rotary wants its members to reflect on our second avenue of service – Vocational Service. ReCSWUSA, along with many other Rotary Clubs across the United States and Canada, is predominately comprised of Rotarians who are retired or nearing the end of their careers. Becoming a mentor is an ideal way for our members to active in Vocational Service by becoming an experienced and trusted adviser to others.
One does not need to reinvent the wheel to be a mentor. Through Interact, Rotaract, and/or Rotary Young Leaders Summits, a Rotarian can find someone who is eager and willing to learn from our experience. I have found the observations of author Richie Norton to be true.
“Mentors change lives, but students change mentors’ lives more.” – Richie Norton
I think the reason for the change that I have experienced is because the word mentor is also a verb. This kinetic action moves both the guide and the mentee from their potential to making a difference in themselves, community, and the world. How can you help create a tribe of mentors within ReCSWUSA?