[Gusteau]

A few things:

• People want to be a part of something they help to create. This isn't about what you think is best for the the colony, it's about what the colony wants to promote and thinks their place is in your Greek Community. Never forget this.

• In terms of motivation, I believe a "lack of motivation" is more often really a chapter/colony that is not meeting it's members needs. I would survey the membership to find out their interests and analyze commonalities to find programs the colony can implement to actively engage members. If you provide an outlet for things they enjoy doing they will put more into the operation of the colony.

• How long ago were you colonized, and how close are you with your consultants? Reach out to them for help and resources - they've been trained to help you succeed. In terms of other alumni, think about what you can do to reach out for them. I know firsthand that it can be hard to get participation because they are probably not alumni from your university, but getting input from them on what their chapter's did is a great assets colonies' can utilize. They won't help if you don't ask.

• Finally, remember recruitment. Recruit the types of guys you want this colony and eventually chapter to be. Think about placing yourselves in situation to meet these types of men. For example, if you want to attract leaders, have your members get involved in Student Gov. If you want athletes, have your members hang out at the campus gym, and so on.

Good luck!