#LoVols, You Are Growing Branches
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Tag Archives: leaders of volunteers
Thanks to the volunteers who lied, stole and created havoc
I’ve had volunteers who stole, volunteers who pushed an agenda, volunteers who wanted to take over and volunteers who were just mean. I’ve also had volunteers who messed up royally because they did something nice, but so misplaced that it caused real harm.
Hey #LoVols Reputation, Meet Our Self-Identity
To reframe volunteer engagement and impact, we first need listeners who become supporters who then become advocates for our vision. Our reputation needs to reflect our self-identity as leaders of volunteers.
The Volunteer Periphery is Expanding
Unlike HR folks, who contend with active staff, volunteer managers are tethered to every volunteer, whether they are actively volunteering or they’re rotating in the periphery.
Becoming Volunteer to Organization (V2O)
Are organizations V2O friendly or are we more like a V-mart where we offer a “take it or leave it” engagement experience?
A Good Time to Collect Data: Free Volunteer Survey
As we move into a new reality, this is an ideal time to survey volunteers and sort through their thoughts …
Proud of Our Profession
We are proud of our profession. We are proud of volunteer contributions and of our crucial role in shaping volunteerism. …
#LoVols, Passing the Time Constructively Like We Always Do
One thing I realized in all these years, is that leaders of volunteers are never, ever idle. We are always …
Sneak peak at volunteer manager gifts
. As a unique profession, we should be proud of who we are and have some lighthearted fun.
