Tag: staff members
“A ‘just a job’ employee does just enough to keep their job while complaining about what’s not fair or right at work. A team player works positively together with everyone to get the job done ...
The first interaction members have at your facility is with the front desk employee. This interaction sets the tone of their overall experience. For the Mittleman JCC (MJCC), the front desk staff is there for ...
Before we start, here’s a riddle for you: what disappears as soon as you say its name? (Check number five for the answer). In community rec centers, we are all challenged to think of new ...
Your most powerful engagement tool isn’t necessarily your fitness classes, equipment or swimming pools — it’s your member-staff relationships. More likely than not, your most engaged members keep walking through your doors because they feel ...
Your most popular group fitness classes will likely have high demand from a wide variety of members, but many individuals, depending on their age, need to experience them at different levels. This is why the ...
The executive leadership in an organization should exemplify the culture and mission they expect to see their coworkers represent. It’s not always easy finding the right leaders, but once the necessary steps are taken, the ...
Every position in your facility can benefit from great time management skills. When each person on staff is using their time wisely and working together, not only does your facility flourish, but your members notice ...
The safety of staff and members is the first priority of any community rec center. And the most concerning crises are the unpredictable ones, especially a severe weather emergency. Considering the sheer magnitude of a ...
Continuing to sharpen your leadership skills is a useful tool for any community recreation professional. To add to your bag of skills, and possibly your beach bag this summer, consider these leadership book recommendations from ...
The front lobby is the first impression of your whole facility. As a community rec center, you want to think about how your front lobby design makes current and potential new members feel. “The front ...
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