Identifying local leaders
How to identify local leaders
Look for initiative, enthusiasm, and alignment with Logos values during meetups, 1:1s, or volunteering moments. Good potential Circle leads often:
Show up consistently and take responsibility
Demonstrate an understanding of Logos’ mission and values, incl. Circles.
Communicate clearly and respectfully
Demonstrate curiosity and emotional intelligence
Take initiative or propose useful ideas
Are already active in their community or issue space
Pay attention to participants who naturally support others, take notes, or make things happen without being asked. These are often your best leads.
Fostering potential leaders
Once you’ve spotted a promising lead:
Start with a 1:1: Get to know their motivation, availability, and interest
Give them a small task: Invite them to co-host a Circle, handle outreach, or lead a part of the meetup (like facilitating intros or taking notes)
If they succeed, increase the challenge: Ask them to lead a full meetup, coordinate a volunteering day, or scope a winnable issue
Always follow up after each test to support and coach them
When they’re ready, have an “escalation 1:1” and formally invite them to lead
Motivating leaders
Keeping leads motivated means helping them stay connected to purpose, progress, and people. Key tactics:
Recognise their work publicly e.g. shoutouts at meetups or on Discord
Provide peer support and mentorship opportunities
Celebrate wins, even small ones
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See: ‘Ritualising small wins’
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