{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Maastricht Doet!","provider_url":"https:\/\/maastrichtdoet.nl\/en\/","author_name":"eyetractive","author_url":"https:\/\/maastrichtdoet.nl\/en\/author\/eyetractive\/","title":"How to organize your project in four steps - Maastricht Doet!","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"th8coeif3W\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maastrichtdoet.nl\/en\/info\/guides\/how-to-organize-your-project-in-four-steps\/\">How to organize your project in four steps<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/maastrichtdoet.nl\/en\/info\/guides\/how-to-organize-your-project-in-four-steps\/embed\/#?secret=th8coeif3W\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;How to organize your project in four steps&#8221; &#8212; Maastricht Doet!\" data-secret=\"th8coeif3W\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/* <![CDATA[ *\/\n\/*! 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If so, this guide will show you how to organize your project in four steps. (Some of the links are only available in Dutch.)[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]Tip 1:\u00a0Turning an idea into a plan[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]Brainstorm If you already know what you want to achieve, or if you have an idea but need some inspiration and tips, you should try brainstorming with other people. These should be people who think your idea could work and who will play a vital role in organizing the project. You can also show your idea to colleagues, friends, or family to see whether they think it has potential. Working together from the start Everyone has their strong points. While you may have strong organizational skills, another person may have a creative ability to come up original activities. In short, working together with others has mutual benefits \u2013 and it&#8217;s always more fun to start an activity as a team than on your own. You should start by looking for people who want to start the activity with you (friends and acquaintances are a good place to start). If you can&#8217;t find anyone, then look for volunteers. Advice Remember that you&#8217;re not the first person to have ever organized an activity! There are plenty of organizations out there who could help you. Feel free to contact them for advice. Here are some tips: Look for experienced people who want to help and provide their input. These people know all the ins and outs of starting an activity. Look at the list of organizations in your city or province and contact people who could advise and support you. A welfare charity, the Regional Health Service (GGD), a caf\u00e9, a community centre, or a school could become involved in or provide input on your activity. Please refer to a later chapter in this guide for a list of bodies, organizations, and people who will be happy to answer your questions. Make a plan You will want to get started with planning straight away, especially if you think you have a good idea. However, you should take some time to think about your idea and put it down on paper. Ask yourself the following questions: What is the activity&#8217;s target group? You choose who your activity is aimed at. Your activity could be for young people, elderly members of society, residents, parents and children, or arty types. Alternatively, you may also want to start a group with people who have something in common, be that religion or a shared interest in urban gardens, reading, or walking. Think about how many people you want to reach. Smart off small, and stay realistic. What are you going to do? Your plan should show exactly what you&#8217;re going to do. You can think of different activities, but start off small. [&hellip;]"}