As with most mornings, I get up early to monitor Qlubb activities and usage. This morning was no different; except that I was also listening/watching inauguration activities. After the official swearing-in ceremonies, I observed a spike in Qlubb usage. While it could be due to a wide variety of reasons (e.g., marketing programs, daily usage patterns), I want to believe that Qlubb-goers were inspired by Obama’s call for change and for grass roots organizations to make a difference.
Regardless of your political persuasion, this past political season has demonstrated the power of grass root organizations. Even the smallest, most localized group can make a significant difference in our communities.
Qlubb was started to embody and channel that “can-do” attitude of groups. Our mission all along has been to help real-life groups get organized to get stuff done. As a community leader, I know how hard it can be to organize people and activities-it really is like herding cats sometimes.
So in the spirit of “Yes We Can” – I challenge you to start a Qlubb for your local group. Whether you are part of a religious group, women’s shelter, junior league, schools, boy scouts, community activists, union, etc, create a Qlubb, organize activities/events, recruit volunteers and ultimately affect change in your community.
Though we sometimes feel like a "skinny guy with a funny name" unable to affect change, don’t underestimate the power of your Qlubb.
Send me your stories of how Qlubb empowered you and your groups to effect change. I'll publish submissions regularly :)
“For everywhere we look, there is work to be done.” President Obama, January 20, 2009
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