• Executive Summary
  • A one-page summary of the study and results.
• Final Report
  • A comprehensive report detailing the study, participants, methods, findings and recommendations.
• PowerPoint(TM) Presentation
  • A comprehensive presentation summarizing the study, participants, methods, findings and recommendations.

How to Send a Link to a Module in an E-mail

Step 1: Copy and paste the module link into your e-mail.

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• Method 1: Position your cursor in the body of the e-mail and press Ctrl+V on your keyboard.
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Tips for Using the Skills Survey and Kaizen Question Forms in the Scenario Modules

1. Encourage the users to print the forms before submitting them using the e-mail button. This will provide:
   • a copy of the action plan for their records.
   • a copy of the action plan to scan and e-mail or fax if they have trouble with the submit button.
2. All forms are set to return to Nicole Boettger at the National Pork Board. Please notify Nicole if you plan to have a group complete the forms and submit them so she may collect the forms and submit them to you.

Troubleshooting Tips to Provide Users

• Make sure you have Flash Player installed on your computer.
• The modules have audio, make sure your computer speakers are turned on.
• Temporarily disable pop-up blocker features on your internet browser before viewing the modules.
• If a module does not appear to work correctly try the following:
  • clear your internet history
  • close your browser
  • reopen the browser and navigate back to the page

Understanding The Committee and Board Structure

• What is it like to serve on a national board or committee?
  • See the board and committee process in action. In this module, you will learn what is required of national board and committee members. Review the requirements and consider applying today!
• What role does staff play in the committee/board structure?
  • Pork Checkoff Staff work hard to deliver value to producers. Review this module to compare and contrast the roles played by a board of directors, producer-led committees and the Pork Checkoff Staff

Preparing for A Committee or Board Meeting

• How do I make sure I am prepared for a board or committee meeting?
  • Serving on a board or committee is an important responsibility. Review this module for tips and suggestions to help you effectively and efficiently prepare for your next board or committee meeting.
• How do I access and navigate Pork Connection?
  • Learn how to quickly login and navigate the Pork Connection Portal. In this module, you will gain a number of tips to help you get the most out of this tremendous resource.

Participating Effectively in a Committee Meeting

• What are the basics of Parliamentary Procedure?
  • Parliamentary Procedure is a tool you can use to run effective, fair and efficient meetings. Review this module to brush up on basic principles for using Parliamentary Procedure. A table of basic motions is included.
• How do I write an agenda for an effective meeting?
  • Structuring an effective agenda leads to maximum effectiveness in a board or committee meeting. In this module, you will view tips for creating an effective meeting agenda. Sample agenda templates are included.
• What is consensus building and how can I build consensus on a committee?
  • Effectively involving an entire group in the decision making process requires consensus building. Review this module for tips and strategies to bring about consensus during your next committee meeting.

• Telling the Pork Industry Story (Module)
  • Advocating for the pork industry is vital to our future. Are you prepared to share the pork industry story with others? In this scenario, you will experience a situation where you must communicate ideas under pressure, maintain producer relations and manage conflict from a hostile neighbor.
  • Participant Guide (PDF)
  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)
• Coffee Shop Confrontation (Module)
  • Committee members make decisions that represent producers at home and across the nation. Sometimes, our decisions on a committee may not initally be supported by your peers. How will you react? In this scenario, you will consider how you might approach a fellow producer who is disgruntled with a decision made by a committee.
  • Participant Guide (PDF)
  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)
• Preparing for Another Meeting (Module)
  • Serving on a committee or board requires strong time management and administrative skills. At times you may be pressed to balance preparing for meetings with the demands of your daily life. Check out this scenario to identify your strategy for effectively balancing meeting preparation with the demands back at home.
  • Participant Guide (PDF)
  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)
• Recruiting a New Leader (Module)
  • Encouraging new leaders to get involved in the industry is vital to our future. However, having the conversation to recruit someone to participate on a committee or board may seem difficult. In this scenario, you join in on a recruitment conversation and start to think about how you might approach recruiting a new leader.
  • Participant Guide (PDF)
  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)