Relationship Building As student leaders within your SGA Organization, it is imperative that you are thinking through the most effective ways to ensure that you are engaging your peers and working towards the advancement of your goals. Building dynamic and ongoing relationships allows your organization to reach out to a more diverse audience, make your interests a relevant and important topic on campus, and create sustainable endeavors.
You don’t have to do it all! FSU offers so many different organizations, offices, programs, and resources. Make sure you have a good understanding of what already exists before creating something new. (HINT: Many are included in this book). Competing with the same services that are already offered decreases participation and the success of your own endeavors. When possible, find ways to collaborate or to publicize other events and programs that fit your mission.
Research the groups and offices on campus that share similar goals or values.
Get to know your partners and let them get to know you. People are much more willing to listen and work together if they feel that you care about them and what their group is doing.
Collaboration Collaborating with other entities on campus should be mutually beneficial. Be sure to sit down with your potential partners to discuss what you each hope to accomplish before planning further.
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Enter your collaboration with a mutual respect and understanding of each other’s missions. Avoid potential conflict by ensuring that the co-sponsorship will be consistent with your organization’s vision and branding.
