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rience or those who volunteer within an industry. These positions often last for one or two years. We may have served on a committee for several years before getting elected as chair, president, treasurer, or secretary. I can’t say that all organizations are unprepared, but wouldn’t it be nice if there was a playbook. A board member serves a role for one or two or sometimes three years before they’re up for reelection. A new board member may present new ideas that will help the community grow, and that gets them elected. If they had a playbook, this would help prepare your community in a time of crisis. So, to quote an older wise man, “To be surprised, is to be unprepared.” n

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