Dialogue with the Advisor, and set expectations for both the roles of the Advisor and the leadership. Continue to dialogue, give feedback, and bring up any problems or concerns. Acknowledge and express the value of the Advisor's time and energy. Suggestions for Effective Advising Be involved but not too involved. Advisors share, assist, and facilitate.
Growth depends on the students' development of leadership and organizational skills.
Set expectations early. The organization and the Advisor need to understand what respective roles each will play. Some groups will need more of an Advisor's involvement than others will, but both the organization and the Advisor must be aware of responsibilities. Make yourself available. For an Advisor to play an effective role in a group they must be easily accessible to the leaders.