First edition of Site-Q … Q-School began on a surprisingly moist Tuesday morning. After a quick disclaimer we moseyed to the pavilion near the football field to share some reminders and just a few burpees.
Theme of the day : Stewardship. How as site Q’s are we stewards of F3’s Mission, our individual sites, and our fellow Pax? While this message was geared towards Site Q’s it’s one I think should resonate with all Pax.
Part 1: The Mission.
After getting to the pavilion we circled up and planked up. I asked the PAX what are F3’s 5 core principles. Which thankfully everyone got. Then a question on our credo. (Leave no man behind…leave no man where we found him). Did a quick 10 merkins IC.
Then I asked the assembled PAX what is F3’s mission? Most Pax Struggled with this question. Thankfully, Maximas was there to rescue his fellow PAX. With the reminder that F3’s core mission is to Plant, Grow, and Serve small workout groups for the invigoration of Male Community Leadership.
As Site Q’s we play an integral part in ensuring that our Mission as a group is carried out and that we act as a steward of that mission.
Other topics hit during this portion : Scheduling Q’s, culture building at your site, and general safety reminders,
Workout:
It was still a workout after all so we did 10 burpees on the minute every minute for 5 minutes then took a recovery lap around the track.
Came back and planked it up for Part 2
Part 2: The Operation
This section was focused on the nuts and bolts of being a Steward of your site. We discussed on how to work with the Q you schedule prior to the workout to ensure safety, and preparedness. We talked about how to market the site, and some best practices around timing and creativity. We also touched on safety, ensuring someone (especially the site q) has a phone with them and ensuring that the workout Q is aware of potential risks to the PAX and of the site. (I.E. traffic, footing,). Also, it’s important for the Site Q to act as a “sweeper” during a workout. Again, going back to our credo, we do not let anyone behind.
This is also where the Site Q must act as a steward of the site they oversee. We are guests at these locations. As a result, be mindful that we shouldn’t jump fences, drag cinder blocks, or damage property in any way.
Workout:
6-minute Emom 5 burpees 10 squats
Recovery Lap.
Part 3: COT
I wanted to separate COT out as a separate Category because of how much it differentiates us from other workout groups. Different PAX here shared what COT is to them and it shows why it’s so important conceptually. With that I imparted on the Site Q’s how important it is to embrace your role at COT by facilitating a positive experience for FNG’s. that means (during the workout) sticking with them, encouraging them, and ensuring that you capture their information.
Workout:
5 Minute EMOM
5 Squats 15 HR Merkins
With time running short, we had one last exchange about how to think about succession planning. Who else is willing to step up, who can we identify as the next guy to embrace the mission and steward it on to fellow PAX throughout the region. As site Q’s go this is something that should be top of mind early in your tenure. A key part of being a good steward is to leave something better than you have found it and in good hands.
Run to COT.
Final Thoughts:
We are really blessed with the men we have leading AO’s here in the Fort. Today was a great example of that as we had a great interactive session with some key reminders of why it is we do this each morning. For those looking for more detailed information on the points covered I’d encourage you to check out the Site Q handbook located within the Site-Q channel. More importantly, I’d ask all men of the Fort to remind themselves and familiarize yourselves with our mission. Remind yourself WHY it is we do what we do.
We, all of us, are fulfilling a need in our communities and are very lucky we can lean on each other and build from one another.
Thanks to all who showed!
Honored to Lead!