# Core Responsibilities of an IG Lead

**TLDR:** An IG Lead is responsible for operational essentials, documentation and tracking, strategic leadership, and maintaining the right mindset. Being an IG Lead is more than management it is leadership.

### <mark style="color:$primary;">6.1 Operational Essentials</mark>

* **Weekly Office Hours:** Conduct consistent domain sessions. Start each with a 'Tech Bytes' update (recent trends), announce next week's topic to help members prepare.
* **Discord Task Verification:** Verify tasks within 24 hours. Assign dedicated verifiers from your IG if needed. Fair, timely feedback keeps learners motivated.
* **Platform Management:** Use Discord for discussions and Google Meet for sessions. Update both Discord Events and the µLearn website to keep activities visible.
* **Event Promotion:** Release event posters 7–14 days in advance. For office hours, release posters 1 day before.
* **Cluster Stand-ups:** Attend sync meetings every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday at 8:30 PM. Report progress and blockers. Missing 3 stand-ups without notice will result in removal from the lead position.
* **Launch Activities:** Kickstart bootcamps, workshops, learning activities. Promote global challenges and hackathons.

### <mark style="color:$primary;">6.2 Documentation & Tracking</mark>

Maintain transparency and scalability:

* **Karma Master Sheet:** Update roadmaps before releasing tasks.
* **Project Management Sync:** Inform PM team after updating Karma Master Sheet so tasks appear correctly on the website.
* **Hashtag System:** Use format **#cl-ig\_code-task\_code** for easy tracking.
* **Time Sheet:** Log daily work updates for accountability.
* **Office Hours Sheet:** Record topics, attendance, details of resource persons, and outcomes.
* **Notion:** Keep it updated.

### <mark style="color:$primary;">6.3 Strategic Leadership Responsibilities</mark>

* **Roadmap Ownership:** Shape your IG's future by planning tasks, events, and projects. Align with cluster strategy and adapt based on feedback and technology trends.
* **Stay Updated:** Keep learning new tools, frameworks, and practices in your domain. Leaders who stop learning can't inspire their community.
* **Find & Onboard Mentors:** Connect learners with industry mentors, academics, and community experts. Mentors add depth and real-world context.
* **Review Task Relevance:** Monthly, audit existing tasks. Retire outdated ones, introduce fresh challenges. Approve karma changes with Think Tank and notify the PM team.
* **Cross-IG Collaboration:** Partner with other IGs for Level 6 projects. Real-world problems are interdisciplinary.
* **Showcase Achievements:** Highlight member accomplishments on Discord, social media, GitHub, and blogs. Proof-of-work motivates learners.
* **Track Outcomes:** Measure success through completion rates, level progression, projects created, and real-world impact not just activity counts.
* **Develop Continuity:** Identify and empower co-leads and deputies. This ensures stability if you're unavailable.
* **Maintain Think Tank Alignment:** Stay in continuous communication with µLearn leadership on direction, policies, and standards.
* **External Engagement:** Bring in guest speakers, collaborate with external communities, participate in competitions. This makes your IG dynamic.

### <mark style="color:$primary;">6.4 The IG Lead Mindset</mark>

Being an IG Lead is more than management it's leadership. You are responsible for vision, growth, and sustainability.

**Your Guiding Principles:**

* **Take Ownership:** Your IG's growth rests on your shoulders. You are accountable for activity, outcomes, and alignment.
* **Build Your Team:** Identify co-leads, verifiers, and volunteers. Empower them so your IG doesn't depend on one person.
* **Run Like a Team:** Foster collaboration, inclusivity, and motivation. Your IG should feel like a thriving community, not a task checklist.
* **Remove Blockers:** Ensure smooth learning by planning well, communicating clearly, and solving problems quickly.
* **Mentor & Challenge:** Push learners beyond comfort zones. Give feedback, celebrate wins, create recognition opportunities.
* **Be a Bridge:** Connect your IG with µLearn leadership, other IGs, and external partners.
* **Focus on Outcomes:** Measure impact through proof-of-work and learner growth, not just event counts.
* **Keep Learning:** Stay updated on your domain. Leaders who stop learning can't inspire their communities.


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