Robert's Rules Are Destroying Your Club's Appeal To New Hams

What happens when three opinionated ham radio operators tackle the contentious topic of club business meetings? Fireworks, that's what! In this episode, we dive deep into a debate that's been dividing ham clubs for decades: how much time and energy should be devoted to formal business proceedings versus creating engaging, interactive experiences for members?

Paul brings his extensive experience running VFW meetings to argue for the critical importance of proper business procedures: "If you're not paying attention, there are people that will take advantage and personally benefit." He makes a compelling case for accountability and transparency in club finances and decision-making.

Meanwhile, Eric and Todd question whether the traditional Robert's Rules format actually serves today's ham radio community. "The business portion,  ...