NGCSA

“Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.” This statement from JFK is one of the most famous in American history. By simply changing the arrangement of the same words, an entirely different meaning is achieved. It’s a play on words.

JFK was referring that as citizens we need not always be looking for the “what’s in it for me” benefit, but rather how can we give back in order to enhance our country. On a much smaller scale, how do we view our membership to the NGCSA? We have access to the many benefits of belonging to a progressive local chapter, but do we contribute back to our Association through attendance, leadership, and support. A cooperative and synergistic approach to membership will make our chapter much stronger.

President Mahar has done an exceptional job in keeping the membership informed of our chapter’s new management philosophies, organizational changes, and new focus points. It’s an exciting time for the Nebraska GCSA to have the capability and resources to venture into new opportunities and endeavors. Consider the following statements.

“We are them…they are us.”

“Their success is dependent on us…..Our success depends on them.”

“They need to lead….we need to lead them.”

“If we fail to adapt, we are not adjusting.”

“Those who lead are leaders…those who follow are lead.”

“Proper inputs will increase outputs.”

Most of the above phrases could be in reference to the advantage of teamwork between members and management. By working together we are both better able to achieve our benchmarks and goals. I would encourage all of you to become more vocal and active within the Nebraska GCSA. If you have comments and suggestions, contact your directors. They need your guidance so they can guide us.

“If you don’t know where you are going, you might end up in the wrong place”….(Yogi Berra) The Nebraska GCSA knows where it is going….they just need you to help select the right path!