Pass the Torch Without Dropping the Ball: Lessons in Community Management
summary
A year‑long handover produces a 30‑page transition document that spells out daily/weekly/monthly tasks, a cron‑based daily to‑do list, the cast of community characters (kept confidential), and which annual events must not be dropped. Credentials move from personal emails to a shared account and LastPass, swag inventory consolidates, and several low‑value events are cut. A contractor uses the docs to cover an unexpected medical leave, proving the plan works.
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chapters (10)
- 0:00Introduction
- 1:14Passing leadership matters
- 5:15Accidental transition plan
- 9:46Documenting invisible work
- 13:45Community relationships
- 16:55Annual events and hidden tasks
- 19:03Wishlists and unfinished tasks
- 22:42Living transition document
- 25:37Advice for new leader
- 27:24Q&A
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