[Ansteorra] ideas... long

[Ren Fridenberg]

Thank you for reminding us. 
Katrine

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On Feb 1, 2013, at 8:52 AM, STEPHEN STEGER <knightslament at yahoo.com> wrote:

> "thoughts from a relative newb"
> 
> Ok, I arrived on seen back in march. Ive been reading the list for awhile and "listening" to the commentary.
> 
> Ive seen this in church, work,  and other groups and going to say what I have said there.
> 
> Now most of you agree on what is needed to be hidden from view and what needs to be seen as well as what seems to be missing. The issue is two pronged Recruitment and Retention. To that I say many have this backward. Turn to the people you already have first. They are already there and interested but may not be in the future. 
> 
> People see things from their own perspective, not yours. So if you don't interact with them they will see a reason. If you do not participate, they will see a reason. If you aren't volunteering, they will see a reason. They will see a reason even if it isn't the true reason.
> 
> People liked to be included, and invited. Some will not step foot one forward without said inclusion or invite. If you do not include or invite them, they will see a reason. 
> 
> People whether they like to admit it or not like attention and recognition. Give it to them. If not they will see a reason and seek attention/ recognition somewhere else.
> 
> Rumor, innuendo, and gossip. we have enough IRL do we really need it here? I think not. Do not contribute or spread them or the "horror stories" Remove the negative if possible shun it if not.
> 
> Embrace, support, and nurture anything positive. 
> 
> New people want to be around others who are having fun and enjoy being around each other. Do the things to retain and keep your current people happy, and new people will be attracted.
> 
> The best strategy is the safety strategy....Everyone is responsible for safety. Safety is everyone's Job.
> 
> YIS
> Stephan Johanne Wilhelm Steger
> Hellsgate resident    
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