Team building and teamwork skills are critical for your effectiveness as a Chama leader. Team building success is when your Chama can accomplish something bigger and investment goals more effectively than a group of the same individuals investing on their... View Article

How to manage them  One of the biggest headaches any Chama leader faces is dealing with people problems. Whether it is telling someone they must improve their meeting attendance, or they cannot continue to come in late for meetings, sticky... View Article

Chama experts agree that the size of the Chama determines just how successful it will be.  Thus when forming your Chama, keep in mind the best size.  The truth is, if the Chama is too small, there’s not enough investment... View Article

Look around you and you will find some Chamas that have accomplished so much.  Well, this did not just happen, there are some things people in these Chamas do that have helped them meet their success. Sense of purpose In... View Article

As you lead your Chama, you need to have a number two.  A deputy who will help you run the Chama and also step into your shoes from time to time during your absence.  This is an important official who... View Article

For most of us, a cell phone is so important that we cannot imagine life without it.  However, as much as we are attached to our phones, there is a place where they cause a lot of irritation.  In meetings. ... View Article