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July 27, 2015 ·

6 Tips for New Troop Leaders

Congratulations! You volunteered to be a Girl Scout leader. All the other parents are so happy (or relieved) and the girls are dancing around the room in excitement. Everything is awesome!

Then as you leave the parking lot you have the moment.

What moment? The “oh what have I gotten myself into” moment.  Don’t worry, it’s normal. Every leader has that moment. Take a deep breath, you can do this!

And because we’ve all been there, here are six tips from veteran leaders to help you thrive in your new role.

Meet the Parents

Everything you do during your term as a Girl Scout leader may revolve around the girls, but they come attached to families who have expectations and resources. So don’t forget about ...
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