I dont think i understand the contex of this question.
But i do know that where respect is shown...respect is given.
Alothough, as members of BGLO's our main focus should be to be of service to our community.
I dont think i understand the contex of this question.
But i do know that where respect is shown...respect is given.
Alothough, as members of BGLO's our main focus should be to be of service to our community.
I'm asking, What do we owe those who are interested in joining our organizations?
Guidance...BUT it's difficult to do that. Many don't take the time to do the research. They think information will just fall into their laps. So, if the aspirant does their part, then i can do mine.
I Agree Soror. I also feel that we should try to put our best foot forward and let our actions show the purpose to which our organization was founded upon. Especially since there are so many people who want to become greek for all the wrong reasons so its up to us to show them what we are REALLY about.
Perception is everything!
I'd say treat people with dignity, and I'll use an example.
Aspirant A approaches a sorority member to ask if she can meet with her to discuss that sorority. The sorority member gives her a rude look and tells her, "If you don't know what you need to know; it's too late." The aspirant walks away confused, while the sorority member confides in her LS, "I don't want someone in my sorority that would walk away that quickly."
This case is tame, but I have heard it over and over and over again.
People tend to forget how intimidated or scared they were when they wished to join an organization. She could have been pleasant with the young lady.
That is exactly why the larger organizations are becoming a huge friend network instead of actively searching for and making yourself appealing to all impressive candidates.
I'd say treat people with dignity, and I'll use an example.
Aspirant A approaches a sorority member to ask if she can meet with her to discuss that sorority. The sorority member gives her a rude look and tells her, "If you don't know what you need to know; it's too late." The aspirant walks away confused, while the sorority member confides in her LS, "I don't want someone in my sorority that would walk away that quickly."
This case is tame, but I have heard it over and over and over again.
People tend to forget how intimidated or scared they were when they wished to join an organization. She could have been pleasant with the young lady.
Thank you for saying that. Its good to see that some Greeks do keep that in mind with dealing with aspirants.
People tend to forget how intimidated or scared they were when they wished to join an organization.
I guess this is the root of my problem when it comes to dealing with aspirants.
The only thing that scared or intimidated me is whether or not I would be found worthy in their eyes.
Knowing that I was the only person in control of that I had to show them who I was.
I, personally, tend to have little to no empathy for aspirants.
That's due also to the nature of my Frat.
The weak are pushed to the side and only the strong survive.
