FBLA REPORT : JAPAN

FBLA National Ambassadors

Haley Monta, Jessica Wilkins
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 General Facts about Japan

3 Government Structure

5 Economic Factors

7 Travel Information

9 Culture Customs

11 Eating habits

Appendix 12

13 Itinerary

16 Business Letter

17 Agenda

18 Memo

19 Email

20 Trifold Brochure

22 Budget chart

24 Outline/Script for presentation

30 10 recruitment ideas with description

31 All cited sources

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GENERAL FACTS ABOUT JAPAN

Japan

Japans basics.

Japan is a country made up of small islands located in east Asia. Known as the land of
the rising sun, Japan never ceases to amaze with unbelieveable technologic
advancement while maintaining ancient traditions passed down for hundreds of
generations.

The country is divided into 47 prefectures and eight regions. Despite the countrys small
size of only 145,936 mi, Japan has a population of 127.3 million which is the worlds
tenth largest. Japans Capital, Tokyo, is the eighth largest city in the world, sporting a
population of approximately 13.62 million people.

Demographics
Population: 127.3 million (2013)
Life expectancy: 83.10 years (2012)
Fertility rate: 1.41 births per woman (2012)
Population growth rate: -0.2% annual change (2013)
GNI per capita: 37,790 PPP dollars (2013)
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Government Structure.

Japan has a parliamentary system of government like Britain and Canada. Unlike the
Americans or the French, the Japanese do not elect a president directly. Diet members
elect a prime minister from among themselves. The prime minister forms and leads the
cabinet of ministers of state.

Emperor is the symbol of Japan, and the unity of the people but has no actual role in
the Government itself.

** left to right, Emperor Akihito and the Diet of Japan

The Diet is composed of two houses. The House of Representatives and the House
of Councilors. The Diet is the highest organ of the state power and sole law making
organ of the state. They advise the Emperor.
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The Cabinet consist of the Prime Minister and 17 Ministers of State. Executive power is
vested in The Cabinet and is collectively responsible to the Diet.

The Prime Minister is designated from among the members of the Diet by resolution of
the Diet and appointed by the Emperor. The Prime Minister appoints the Ministers of
State.

**left to right, Prime Minister Shinz Abe and the Cabinet

The whole Judiciary power is vested in the Supreme Court, and in such inferior courts
as High courts, District courts, family courts, and summary courts. Justices and the
Supreme court, except the Chief Justice who is appointed by the Emperor, are
appointed by the Emperor, are appointed by the Cabinet.
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Economic Facts

Japan has an industrialized global free market economy. A free market economy is a
competitive economic system in which businesses compete with each other for profit
and the prices of goods and services are based on supply and demand. Japan's
economic system is very similar to that of the United States.

Exports :
Cars, Vehicle Parts, Integrated Circuits, Industrial Printers, and Refined Petroleum,
Vehicles, Machines, engines, pumps, electronic equipment,medical, technical
equipment, iron and steel, plastics, organic chemicals, ships, boats, oil, rubber

Sony, Casio, Nokia, Yamaha, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan are just a few popular brands that are
Japanese exports. A majority of these companies produce electronics or cars, both products
being ranked in the top three most important exports of Japan.
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Imports :
Crude Petroleum, Petroleum Gas, Refined Petroleum, Computers, Coal Briquettes
Clothing, Plastics, Ores, Slag, Ash, Pharmaceuticals, Aircraft, Spacecraft, Cereals, Meat,
Fruit, Aluminum, Wood, Dairy, Eggs, Honey, Oil, Gems, Precious metals, Salt, Sulphur,
stone, cement

Japan is a stratovolcanic archipelago island. To put this in simple terms, the volcanic build up
makes it difficult to raise crops and animals as well as mining for natural resources. Japan
imports oils and foods, but importing means a price increase. For examples, certain meats and
fruits cost double of what they normally would in America.

Chief agricultural products : Rice, wheat, oats, barley, soybean, vegetables, seafoods, fruits
Foreign exchange : 1 Japanese Yen = 0.0097 US Dollars
Currency : Japanese Yen
Transportation mode available : Railways/Subways, Airplanes, Buses, Ships, Cars, Bicycles,
Walking.

In more rural areas, citizens use vehicles as a mode of transportation. In urban cities
such as Tokyo, its more common to walk or take a train to your destination.
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Travel Information

Is a passport required : You must have a valid passport and an onward/return ticket for
tourist/business "visa free" stays of up to 90 days.
Methods of Transportation : railways, car, boat, bicycle, walking
Costs of travel to the country : Airfare : $1,300
Daily cost in Japan : $100 - $200
Documentation needed :
Valid Passport and onward/return ticket for tourism or business up to 90 days
Required fingerprint scans
Photographed at the port entry

Safety levels/ Precautions for visitors to the county :

Fukushima Power Plant : In 2011 the Iwate, Miyagi, Fukushima and Ibaraki were affected by a
tsunami that wiped out a nuclear power plant. Recovery efforts have been successful but
ensure that you have secured accommodation and transportation, and follow the advice of local
authorities when traveling these areas.
Crime : Exercise caution in all entertainment and nightlife districts throughout Japan, especially
in Tokyos Roppongi, Shinjuku, Shibuya and Ikebukuro areas. Foreigners are increasingly
targeted in incidents of drink spiking, which can be combined with credit card fraud and physical
or sexual assault. Never leave your drink unattended and pay attention when drinks are
prepared and served.
Transportation : Traffic drives on the left. Travel by motor vehicle is challenging: roads are
narrow, signs are in Japanese and city traffic is congested. Do not turn on a red light unless it is
specifically authorized. Roads in mountainous areas are often closed during winter.
Have your destination written in Japanese if you travel by taxi as drivers may not understand
English.
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Hotel accommodations :

Japanese Style
Ryokan - 6,000 to 30,000 yen per person
Traditional Japanese style inns with Japanese style rooms. Includes dinner and breakfast.
Minshuku - 4,000 to 10,000 yen per person
Japanese style "bed and breakfast" lodgings. They are usually family run, offer Japanese style
rooms, and often include one or two meals in the price.
Japanese Apartments and Houses - 10,000 to 50,000 yen per apartment/house
An increasingly popular, but still relatively rare type of accommodation are entire apartments or
houses offered to foreign tourists for short term stays to experience a true everyday lifestyle.

Western Style
Western Style Hotels 8,000 to 50,000 yen per room
Western style hotels, including various international and Japanese hotel chains, can be found
across Japan, especially in the larger cities..
Business Hotels 5,000 to 10,000 yen per room
Business hotels offer small, simple Western style rooms with snacks and drinks provided by
vending machines. Some business hotel chains, such as Route Inn, APA Hotel, Super Hotel
and Toyoko Inn, operate dozens of hotels across Japan.
Hostels and Dormitories 1,500 to 4,000 yen per person
Lodging and meals at the lowest budget level. Japan Youth Hostels, a member of the
International Youth Hostel Federation, operates more than 300 hostels across Japan.

Communication modes available in the country : Phone, Radio, Television, Internet, Person,
Mail
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Culture Customs
Customs that affect business relations : Many Japanese workers get about a week off
around the end of April and beginning of May. This is because there is cluster of national
holidays during this time. The "week" starts on April 29, a national holiday that used to be
celebrated as the birthday of Emperor Showa, who passed away in 1989.

Holidays :

Much like America, Japan has there own set of National holidays. World known holidays such
as Halloween and Christmas are also celebrate but are not as important as they are to other
countries. Golden week, and Tanabata are some important Japanese holidays.
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Etiquette :

Greetings : In Japan, people greet each other by bowing. A bow can be a simple nod or a deep
bend at the waist. Deeper bows indicate respect while a curt nod with the head is casual and
informal. At formal meetings, business cards are exchanged at the introductions.

Names : First name should always follow the family name. Never use a persons first name
unless given permission to do so. When referring to a person, make sure to use the appropriate
titles. -San is the safe way to go if you are uncertain
Home : When visiting another persons house, it is common to say Ojamashimasu (Excuse
my intrusion) and be sure to take your shoes off at the Gekan and put on slippers provided.

**Left to right, A gekan where you take off your shoes for slippers; sitting positions

Sitting : Most foreigners are not accustom to sitting on the floor but in japan it is a common
everyday practice considering their tables often sit low to the ground. The formal way of sitting
for both genders is kneeling (seiza). In casual situations, men usually sit cross-legged while
women sit with both legs to the side.
Transportation : When riding a train or bus, it is considered disrespectful to talk to other people
or talking on your phone. Be wary of these when going places by either two modes of
transportation.
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Eating Habits

General cost of meals and restaurants : A meal at a more average restaurant costs
roughly between 1,000 and 3,000 yen, while there is no upper price limit when it comes
to high-class restaurants such as ryotei. During lunch hours, many restaurants offer
inexpensive teishoku (set menus) at around 1000 yen.

Types of Food available : Seafood, meat, vegetables, rice, and wheat are just a few
staple when it comes to the main cuisine in Japan. Apart from rice, other staples include
noodles, such as soba and udon. Japan has many simmered dishes such as fish
products in broth called oden, or beef in sukiyaki and nikujaga.

What people eat : Sushi, Bento boxes, onigiri, Calamari, Shrimp, Crab, Various fish
(especially salmon), udon, ramen, eggs, various niku, beef, oden, soba, mochi, kimchi,
tofu, pork, miso,melon buns,

**Above, left to right, bento box; ramen

**Above Left to right, oden; sushi

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Appendix
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Haley Monta and Jessica Wilkins

April 2-7,

Sunday, April 2

4:14 p.m Departs Dover, Drives to Nashville Airport

5:45 p.m, Depart Nashville (BNA) Airports

8:38 p.m, Arrives at Toronto, Canada, (YYZ), 17h 2m layover

Monday, April 3

1:40 p.m Depart Toronto, Canada

3:35 p.m Arrives at Tokyo, Japan (Haneda) Airport

4:06 p.m Checks into Sakura Hotel Jimbocho

5:00 p.m Call Yoshiro Mori, Confirm meeting Tuesday, April 4th

Tuesday, April 4

7:50 a.m Leaves Hostel

8:00 a.m Arrives at Tokyo International Forum

8:30 a.m Meeting begins

10:00 a.m Meeting end

11:51 a.m Leaves Tokyo International Forum

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12:07 p.m Lunch at Genki Sushi, Shibuya

4:34 p.m Returns to Hostile

6:00 p.m Send email reporting the success of the meeting

Wednesday, April 5

8:37 a.m Departs Hostel

9:00 a.m Arrives Sky Tree for sight seeing

10:57 a.m Leaves Sky Tree and walks to Ueno Park

11:58 a.m Ueno Park for the Viewing of the Cherry Blossoms

1:30 p.m Walks to Imperial Castles

2:30 p.m Imperial Castle

5:00 p.m Departs for Hostel

5:20 p.m At Hostel

5:40 p.m Makes calls to Japanese High Schools in Harajuku

Thursday, April 6

9:06 a.m Leaves Hostel, takes taxi to Harajuku

9:30 a.m Visiting high schools around Harajuku to talk with students.

4: 30 p.m Walks to Onsen

6:00 p.m Laqua Spa (Onsen)

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8:45 p.m Karaoke Kan

10:05 p.m Arrives at Hostel, packs for departing tomorrow

Friday, April 7

5:40 p.m Depart Tokyo, Japan (Haneda) Airport

4:40 p.m Arrives at Toronto, Canada Airport, 16h 5m

Saturday, April 8

8:45 a.m Departs Toronto, Canada Airport

9:54 a.m Nashville, TN (BNA)

11:06 a.m Arrives home to Dover.

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October 19, 2016

Mr. Yoshiro Mori

8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku 2-Chome,
Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-8001

Dear Mr. Yoshiro

I have come to request a meeting with you about important FBLA recruitment for new
International chapters. My partner and I should be arriving in Tokyo by April 3, 2017 and should
be leaving by the 8th of the same month. We request that we meet Tuesday, April 4th at 8:00
a.m, if convenient, at the 3 Chome-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan.

We thanks you for your time and hope to see you there.

Sincerely

Jessica Wilkins, Haley Monta

FBLA Student Ambassadors

HM, JW
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FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

Board of Directors

Tuesday, April 4, 2017

1. Introductions - Haley M.

2. Explain FBLA - Jessica W

3. Why they should join? - Haley

- Discounts and Benefits - Jessica

- Fundraising Partners - Haley M.

- Membership Awards - Jessica W.

- Membership Recruitment Tools - Haley M.

- Scholarships - Jessica W.

- Education and Cocurricular Programs - Haley M.

- FBLA Competitive Events - Jessica W.

- Business Achievement Awards- Haley M.

- Education partners - Jessica W.

4. Questions - Both

5. Ask to Lunch - Haley m.

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TO: Jean Buckley

FROM: Haley Monta, Jessica Wilkins

DATE: April 4, 2017

SUBJECT: Meeting with Japanese State Department

On April 4, 2017 the FBLA-PBL Student Ambassadors held a meeting with Japans State
Department of Education. We would like to report that the meeting was a complete success,
grabbing the interest of the State Department, Students, and Teachers. Several questions were
asked, and we answered them accordingly.

Mr. Yoshiro was especially pleased with our presentation and will contact you directly via email
to discuss future plans. Critical documents regarding the meeting will be attached to this email
for your viewing as well.

Thank you for granting us the opportunity to travel to Japan to meet personally with the Mr.
Yoshiro Mori to discuss such important matters and thank you for your cooperation.

HM, JW

Attachment
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To: Mr. Yoshiro (Mrs. Baggett)

From: (insert email here)
Cc: (Partners email)
Bcc: (Teachers email)
Date: April 4, 2017

Subject line: Thank You

Mr. Yoshiro

My partner and I would like to thank you for meeting with us today, and thank you for
inviting us to Japan. We are ecstatic that you accepted our offer and have agreed to
take part in our organization, FBLA. We have contacted our boss regarding the outcome
of the meeting. She will be contacting you shortly to sort out all of the details.

We look forward to working with you in the future. If you have any questions please do
not hesitate to contact us.

Jessica Wilkins, Haley Monta

FBLA Student Ambassadors
120 Robertson Hill Rd
Dover TN 37058
(931) 232-5179
www.fbla-pbl.org
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Budget

An FBLA Corporate sponsor who is interested in expanding the organization, has

graciously agreed to cover recruitment travel expenses.
The allotted amount was : $7,000
This is our budget over the course of 5 business days.
The following charts are in both American Currency and Japanese Currency

These expenses include the following : Round trip flight, 5 night stay at the hostel, visit
to Tokyo's Sky Tree, a trip to the hot springs, lunch with the State Department of
Education at Genki Sushi, night at Karaoke Kan, taxi fare for the entire stay, food,
drinks, and other miscellaneous things.
The total amount spent was : $3,482.61 and 362,297.78
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During our duration of 7 days, we spent a total of $3,517.39 (362,297.78) out of $7,000
(726,880.00)
The amount left over was $3,517.39. (364,582.22)

All the remaining funds will be given to the National Budget.

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OUTLINE

I. FBLA Presentation Outline

A. Introduction
1. 7 seconds to catch the audience's attention
2. Jessica and I introduce ourselves

II. FBLA

A. What is FBLA?
1. What it is
2. What it does
3. What it stands for
4. What it has accomplished

III. Why you should join FBLA

A. Benefits
1. Competitive edge
2. Travel
3. Leadership Opportunities
4. Scholarships
5. Networking Opportunities
6. Industry Awareness
7. Professional Development and Presentation Skills
8. Community Service Opportunities
9. Enjoyable

IV. How social media can be used to enhance communications and opportunities
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A. Social Medias
1. Facebook
2. Twitter
3. Youtube

V. How To Get FBLA Started in Japan

A.
1. Find an Adviser
2. Recruit Five Chapter Member & Create an Executive Board
3. Create By laws
4. Create a Program of work
5. Set Officers and General Meeting Dates/Agendas
6. Advertise

VI. 10 Recruitment Ideas

A. Idea List

VII. Quick summary

A. Hit Important Key Points Once More

VIII. Questions

A. Answer any questions

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Script

Haley : Do you know what this FBLA meeting is missing?

Jessica : Of course I do.

Haley : Then please tell us (*gestures to attendees*) what is missing.

Jessica : These brilliant clients of course who have yet to join our organization.

Haley : Thats right! My name is Haley Monta

Jessica : My name is Jessica Wilkins

Both : And today we are here to tell you why you should join our organization.

FBLA

Haley : What is FBLA? FBLA is actually an acronym for Future Business Leaders of
America. FBLA is one of the largest educational business organizations in the world that
helps over 100,000 students acquire required skills in the world of business. Our goal is
to prepare students for careers in business.

*Needs accomplishments here*

Why you should join FBLA?

Jessica : We understand that you are interested in our organization. We are interested
in partnering with you. Here is why you should join FBLA. Japans education is one of
the best on a global scale. Your students are at higher educational level in every
subject. With this country taking quick strides in technological innovation, it is no
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surprise that businesses are on the rise. By joining FBLA, you will be presenting your
students with an opportunity to branch out into the world of competitive business and
prepare them for the future. They will acquire the necessary skills to lead their business
and dominate at the top, and in overall retrospect improve Japans economy.

Haley : In addition to why you should join FBLA, we will be explaining some of the
potential benefits of becoming part of our organization.
Career preparation. We teach students important business skills such as how to
prepare a resume, behaving during an interview, how to deliver important
presentations and many other practical skills that will benefit your students as
they take one step closer to their future.
Leadership Development. Students will be given a chance to learn leadership
skills and how to cooperate in groups and teams during competitions.
Professional Development and Presentation Skills. FBLA students must learn to
obtain a professionalism atmosphere. They conduct presentations and speeches
that will be delivered in a professional matter, but is still intriguing to their
audience.

Jessica : A few more of our benefits include :

Scholarships. By participating in FBLA, students are given the chance to apply
for scholarships to universities, colleges and educational programs.
Traveling. Student get to travel our the country to attend national leadership
conferences and national conferences.Other meetings are also held around our
states, similar to your prefectures and various cities. Along the way theyll meet
new friends and start building a professional edge. There are plenty of new
cultures to experience as well. Which brings us to our next point.
Networking Opportunities. Traveling means they are bound to meet new
acquaintances. Theyll begin creating connections that will help them establish a
huge networking base. Business professionals, workshop presenters, CEOs, and
other students will help your students get a start. And with todays competitive
market its more about who you know and not what you know.

Haley :
Industry Awareness. Over the past decades FBLA has been forging
Affiliations with groups such as AICPA or YEF. We have partnered with
over fifty businesses and organizations that provide industry awareness
for members. The more connections you have just may help you land your
dream job.
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Community Service Opportunities. Student get award for doing service

projects. That may not seem like a big deal but for some American
Colleges, they require Service Points to show that you are willing to help
your community. This is incredibly useful to students.
Enjoyable. Over all you will find that your students will enjoy everything
that they have achieved in FBLA whether its attending meetings and
traveling to new places or giving presentations and making new friends.
FBLA is an experience you students will remember for a lifetime.

Social Media

Jessica : Social media is a great way for you to to enhance business opportunities
through FBLA. Through our website, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, etc. We are able to
reached out and communicate with thousands of people a day. We are given the ability
to spread word FBLA, explain to multiple cultures what we are, what we do, and show
statics of just how successful we have been in hopes to inspire others to take interest
much like you did. Networking has a big part in this. Social Media today grants us
opportunity to make connections that would have been nearly impossible 30 years ago.
We have partners all over the world that help us branch out and spread word of our
organization. THe Future Business Leaders of America is not just limited to America,
but is available for the world. By joining us on Facebook, youll be given up to date post
describing our up and coming events, pictures participating in competitive events and
awards received. Not only that, but Facebook is a great way to contact us. Follow us on
Twitter and get quick in the moment update. Subscribe us on Youtube and youll be able
to watch videos of competitions anywhere you go. Social media is overall a great outlet
to keep up to date with FBLA.

How To Get FBLA Started In Japan

Haley : First, We need to establish the organization. Once that process is done then
we can proceed with the other steps.
1. Find an Adviser
2. Recruit Five Chapter Members & Create an Executive Board
3. Create Bylaws
4. Create a Program of Work
5. Set Officers and General Meeting Dates/Agendas
6. Advertise
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List Of Recruitment Ideas

1. Posters. You can begin to recruit people by hanging up or handing out posters. Use
quirky and eye catching phrases to draw interest. Explain the benefits of joining FBLA
and what they could possibly achieve.
2. Candy. What better way to recruit people than to offer them candy? Hand out a
Payday bar and say Come join FBLA and see how to increase your PAYDAY!" It might
just catch the attention of a person or two.
3. Food. Much like candy, the way to a persons heart is food! Host a meeting and give
a detailed, yet interesting presentation. Once the presentation is over, treat your guests
to a nice pizza party or the sweet victory of a chocolate party.Have pizza party meeting
This is bound to attract some new curious members.
4. Show Success. Encourage students to join by showing them all the
accomplishments FBLA has achieved in the previous years. Show them medals,
ribbons, trophies of previously won tournaments. Give a small presentation on where
you have traveled, who you have met, and what you have done.
5. Fans. Label some hand-held plastic or paper fans with "Cool Down with FBLA."
Include some information about the next local chapter meeting.
6. Daily Announcements. Over the intercom in the mornings, you give announcements
stating interesting facts about FBLA, and give a brief sentence summary on why

Summary

Jessica : Overall FBLA would be beneficial for the education of Japanese students by
giving them an opportunity to experience business first hand and prepare them for a
career for their future. The Future Business Leaders of America would teach them
proper business etiquette, how to build resumes and how to participate in meeting and
give presentations much like the one we are presenting now. Leadership development,
scholarships, traveling, networking opportunities, professional development, industry
awareness, community service opportunities are all the important traits and skills your
students would need to be successful in their futures.

We would like to thank you for inviting us here to discuss our FBLA organization and
we would like to give you a few minutes to gather your thoughts and prepare any
questions you may have.

Haley : Yes, Thank you very much for providing us the opportunity to fly out to Japan to
meet with you in person. Please feel free to ask questions when you are ready.
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10 Recruitment Ideas

1. Posters. You can begin to recruit people by hanging up or handing out posters. Use
quirky and eye catching phrases to draw interest. Explain the benefits of joining FBLA
and what they could possibly achieve.
2. Candy. What better way to recruit people than to offer them candy? Hand out a
Payday bar and say Come join FBLA and see how to increase your PAYDAY!" It might
just catch the attention of a person or two.
3. Food. Much like candy, the way to a persons heart is food! Host a meeting and give
a detailed, yet interesting presentation. Once the presentation is over, treat your guests
to a nice pizza party or the sweet victory of a chocolate party.Have pizza party meeting
This is bound to attract some new curious members.
4. Show Success. Encourage students to join by showing them all the
accomplishments FBLA has achieved in the previous years. Show them medals,
ribbons, trophies of previously won tournaments. Give a small presentation on where
you have traveled, who you have met, and what you have done.
5. Fans. Label some hand-held plastic or paper fans with "Cool Down with FBLA."
Include some information about the next local chapter meeting.
6. Daily Announcements. Over the intercom in the mornings, you give announcements
stating interesting facts about FBLA, and give a brief sentence summary on why
someone should join. After so many days, someone may just say Hey, okay. I think Ill
go see what FBLA is all about.
7. Drawings. Have a drawing for a prize. Oftentimes businesses are willing to donate
items such as movie passes, music players, etc. Registration is open to all members
who have paid their dues.
8. Local Member Sign-Up Form. Photocopy and hand out the local chapter member
sign-up form below to recruit members. Be sure to have a spot for email addresses.
9. Trips. Bring up all the possible places they could go while registering with FBLA.
National and Regional competitions are not only a good opportunity to compete, but
also great for exploring! Who knows where FBLA could take you.
10. Create and Give Out a One-page Flyer. Highlight local, state, and national projects
and activities.
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 Speech
Introduction/ Hook

Haley: How does one simply expand their organization? Do they get down on one knee and
propose a deal of a lifetime? Or do they dance with their dream partners, persuading them with
trust and loyalty that everything will work out for the better.

Jessica: This is suppose to be about an FBLA Business trip summary, not a guide to
relationships

Haley: Well in the scheme of things, having a partner ship with another organization is like
having a relationship! Im haley.

Jessica: and im jessica. And today we are here to inform you how our relationships

Haley: or partnership

Jessica: went with japan.

Where We Went *slide*/ Why We Went

Haley: On April 2, 2017, The Future Business Leaders of America sent two National
Ambassadors *gestures to Jessica and I* to the small island nation of Japan. Upon viewing
our website, the Japanese Department of Education president, Mr. Yoshiro Mori expressed
great interest in FBLA. Mr. Yoshiro and other Education Department representatives requested
a meeting us, so we could explain more in depth of what we do, why we do it and why they
should join. It would be our job to explain in depth why the Japanese Department of Education
should become an affiliate with FBLA and how we could benefit them and their student body.
April 3rd is when we arrived in Japan.

How It Went

Jessica: On Tuesday, April 4th, we held a conference meeting at 8:30 in the morning at the
Tokyo International Forum with the Department of Education President, Mr. Yoshiro Mori and
his other requested attendees. A few weeks before Haley and I were scheduled to depart on our
trip, we had conducted research on our clients. Together we compiled information on FBLA into
a thirty minute long presentation with a professional speech to coincide it that we would be
presenting at the meeting. Now flash forward back to April 4th. Our thought process was to
break down essentially what the Future Business Leaders of America was by giving them the
basics. Next we followed through with why we do it, which is to prepare our students for
competitive business and how that would be a plus for Japans quick evolving business potential
with all the technological advancements. Preceding this, we followed up with a list of benefits
and 10 recruitment ideas on how to encourage students to join our organization. After the thirty
minute speech, we had an hour long discussion with questions and much to our astonishment,
they had accepted our proposal.

Haley : After the meeting had come to a close, as a token of our gratitude, we invited Mr.
Yoshiro and the Attendees out for lunch sushi at Genki Sushi. We did not discuss business
anymore at lunch since its impractical in Japan, but we managed to grasp a firm understanding
of one another. After lunch, we had returned to our Hostel were we sent an email to our CEO
giving a brief follow up of our meeting and the arrangements that were made on FBLA behalf.
The next day Jessica and I decided to make use of our time in Japan and did a little sightseeing
such as viewing the Cherry Blossoms in Ueno Park and visiting the historical Imperial Castle.
We also took the liberty of scheduling and visiting with several high schools in the Harajuku area
to discuss with the students about their opinions of competitive business. There was much
positive feedback and several students showed interest in participating in FBLA.

Budget

Jessica: A sponsor for FBLA was kind enough to cover the expense of our trip. Our allotted
budget was $7,000. With some care, we spent $3,482.61 with a leftover total of $3,517 that will
be going to the national budget. We paid for our necessities such as round trip airfare, the stay
at the hostel, taxi fare, food, entertainment, etc. The Department of education stepped in and
paid for the expense of the conference. All in all we spent around half the budget. Shockingly
enough, the plane tickets were the most expensive thing with a lovely price tag of $2,132.00

Haley: In conclusion, we can say that our meeting was relatively successful and that our goal
was reached. Not only were we able to have our proposition accepted but also got in a little
feedback from the student body themselves as well as a little sightseeing in between. And That
sums it up for our business trip to Japan.