[lifesaver]

One theing the leadership classes never cover is this..and how to go to an advisory role, instead of an active role. It sucks. I went through it too. its just like how they want to make their own mistakes...just liek how we would never listen to what our parents told us because we thought we were smarter. I am an alum advisor now and I have coem to the realization that they will learn from their mistakes, and sometimes you have to let them learn for themselves, but also if its a serious situation... Step in and be forceful, let them know that you have been there before, and that X, Y, or Z was the problem and X, Y or Z was the outcome. Then ask them how this situation is different? You might have to be a bit forceful, but then also explain to them that continuity and listening to past experience is the only way the chapter will succeede in the future. You cant posible make any progress if you are doomeed to repeat the same mistakes. Also, your alums should help in providing that continuity. We have an alumni advisory board that is set up to help. Each officer is paired with an alum that advises and guides. Since officers change every year, the alums help provide a bit of stability and continuity. Might try that too. I also dont see anything wrong witha a little, "I told you so, now dont you wish you wouldda listened to me? Remember this for next time."

Good luck.