I love organization and order…but don’t incorporate these ideals into everything. As I replicate the programs I’ve started, I see the need for order in the tasks that I am handing off to others. In developing job aids, I asked for Faith, who does marketing/projects for No More Empty Pots to beautify the Checklist I’d developed for the Mosaic Food Hub team. From what I drafted as a spreadsheet, Faith crafted into a concise, easy to understand checklist.

When we started our Inventory task for the first time with these checklists and new gel pens, it was instant connectedness for our Mosaic team. They were self-directed, engaged and efficient. It was a wonder to behold. The work they could do when provided with the proper tools. Tears are running down my cheeks now when I think about the lack of tools I’ve provided and expected them to understand what to do. Onto more checklists and job aids for future successes!

Finally down to counting plates, bowls and cups!