ADVISORY LEADER PROFICIENCY CHECKLIST
The following list includes proficiencies advisory leaders need to be successful in their
leadership role. Place a check by all the proficiencies you do well.
Related to programming function of advisory leader role:
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Interview neighbors and peers about community assets, issues, and
concerns.
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Know about all Extension programs in the county.
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Evaluate ideas for new programs.
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Seek program participant feedback.
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Recommend program changes based on participant input.
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Recommend strategies for marketing extension programs.
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Use network to promote extension programs
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Use influence to recruit volunteers.
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Use influence to acquire resources for programs.
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Network with other agency leaders in search of partner opportunities.
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Evaluate the progress of Extension programs.
Related to advocacy function of advisory leader role.
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Understand the extension budget sources and budgeting process.
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Develop relationships with elected officials.
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Make presentations on behalf of Extension.
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Write letters and make phone calls to elected officials.
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Use personal influence and network to persuade decision-makers.
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Tell stories of Extension’s impact on people.
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Help plan and conduct receptions to thank elected officials.
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Host elected official to an Extension event, i.e. Volunteer Recognition
Other personal proficiencies:
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Organize activities
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Plan agendas for meetings
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Review and analyze reports and documents
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Socialize and host at receptions
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Link and introduce people who need to meet each other.
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Remember names of people and where have met them before.
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Can analyze events for what will make participants feel good.
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Read body language of group members well.
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Keep financial and other records well.