Volunteer Management Blog
Instructional Design for Volunteer Training
Instructional design can be a great way to not only improve your training but also help you see untapped potential in volunteers. I broke one method down for you.
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Should You Hire Volunteers?
Some organizations hesitate to hire volunteers for staff positions. Or it doesn’t even occur to them! Here’s why I think you should at least have a second look at this pool of potential staff.
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Strategic Planning for Volunteer Programs
Strategic planning may seem to be a complicated process to do for your volunteer program, but it keeps you focused and moving forward. Here’s what you need to know.
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Embracing the Micro-Volunteering Trend
Micro-volunteering is here to stay. Here’s what it is, and how to position yourself to take advantage of the trend.
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Recruit Volunteers who DON’T Fit the Culture
It is standard practice to recruit volunteers, staff and Board members who “fit the culture” of an organization. Unfortunately, we do so at the expense of diversity.
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Directors vs Trustees
The titles we give people have a vast influence over how they are viewed by the general public. Take, for instance, the difference between “Directors” and “Trustees”.
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Gifts for Volunteers – Beyond Another Hat
Many leaders of volunteers find it difficult to come up with meaningful gifts for volunteers. Here are a few of my favourite ones, and why I like them.
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Investing in Volunteers
Investing in volunteers isn’t a top priority for most organizations and funding sources. It should be, because not doing it is hurting everyone. Here’s what we can do to help.
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A New Golden Rule
Are you aware that there’s a new golden rule? People are discovering that treating others the way you want to be treated just isn’t enough.
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Six Emerging Trends in Volunteering
Do you want to know what to watch for in the new year? Here are six emerging trends in the volunteering world to keep an eye on.
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