Characteristics of an Ideal Brother
As we recruit, our desire is that prospective Brothers have a good sense of how Phi Sigma Pi operates. In addition, it is our responsibility to ensure that all members live up to the reputation and standards we as a Fraternity set for ourselves.
Contents
- 1 Knowledge of Phi Sigma Pi
- 2 Desire to Serve
- 3 Devotion of Time and Energy
- 4 Accept Responsbility
- 5 Work with Others in Team Spirit
- 6 Diligence and Motivation
- 7 Learn to Take Criticism
- 8 Ability to Face Adversity
- 9 Delegate Authority when Necessary
- 10 Make Decisions
- 11 Freedom from Prejudices
- 12 Praise, Share Credit, and Give Credit When Credit is Due
- 13 Concentrate Under Difficult Situations
- 14 Assume Responsibility for your Mistakes
- 15 Grow and Learn
- 16 Pass on What You Have Learned
- 17 Maintain a Positive Attitude
- 18 References
Knowledge of Phi Sigma Pi
Each member should possess a commanding knowledge and understanding of the National Fraternity, its purpose, goals, regulations and policies.
Desire to Serve
Every member will be an asset to the group if there is a deep sense of commitment to the welfare of the organization.
Devotion of Time and Energy
Each member must be willing to sacrifice and make time for the advancement of the organization.
Accept Responsbility
By accepting the responsibilities of membership, each member can make positive contributions to the group.
Work with Others in Team Spirit
Cooperation is the key to success for any group. Remember that this is a democracy, even though you may not agree with a decision of the majority, you are committed to supporting it. Stubborness only creates problems. Cooperative efforts build wider friendships.
Diligence and Motivation
When duties are assigned, members must see that their part is accomplished thoroughly, and in a timely manner. Forgetting or procrastinating weakens a Chapter.
Learn to Take Criticism
No person in a position of authority is immune from criticism. You must learn to sort out the constructive (from which you can learn) from the malicious (which you must ignore).
Ability to Face Adversity
Things will not always go well. Failures will happen. A good leader learns to take things in stride and learn from these experiences.
Delegate Authority when Necessary
Each member who holds authority must be able to give power to others to gain trust and foster motivation and productivity.
Make Decisions
Leadership involves making decisions- sometimes tough decisions- on a regular basis. You must be prepared to take a stand for the good of the Chapter.
Freedom from Prejudices
Narrow-mindedness can present serious roadblocks to success.
Sharing the credit and praising others will increase the Chapter's enthusiasm and pride.
Concentrate Under Difficult Situations
A leader must remain calm and keep the Chapter's goals in mind when all others seem to forget.
Assume Responsibility for your Mistakes
Humility is a strength, not a weakness. Others respect this quality in a leader.
Grow and Learn
Leadership cannot be cultivated when there is stagnation.
Pass on What You Have Learned
Chapters should not have to reinvent the wheel each year. Give new members the opportunity to learn from the experiences of older members so that the Chapter is never at a disadvantage.
Maintain a Positive Attitude
Problems and tasks seem much easier to deal with and accomplish when you have the proper attitude. Other prefer being near those who are optimitic and enthusiastic.