Sharing the Evolution of Your Idea
Once you have figured out who should be involved, you will need to help these people feel invested in the work and see their ideas reflected in the program's vision. While being flexible is essential, it is also important to protect the goals that spurred you to action and to communicate those goals to partners. Identify your core intentions, then listen earnestly to other people's ideas. Be open to integrating new ideas into the original plan. Doing so will foster a sense of shared ownership and commitment while improving the strength of the emerging program. Be willing to let ideas evolve. Start brainstorming names for the program that reflect who are you and suit potential funders without limiting your future growth.
Within campus greening (or almost any work) it is best to begin a new project with a game plan, but also to expect the unexpected. We can not emphasize enough the need to stay flexible because your idea is sure to change as you bring in other stakeholders. Remain confident! What you are trying to do is not easy. Find assurance in the successes of your mentors—people like you who have the initiative, resourcefulness and knowledge to bring about positive change.