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Better Impact Blog

The world of the nonprofit sector is constantly changing. Better Impact presents some thought leadership on a variety of topics in volunteer management and donor relations, and invites you to be a part of the conversation.

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Retention Begins at Recruitment

Volunteer Engagement focuses a lot on terms like recruitment, onboarding, orientation but how much do we focus on our welcome, on our cultivation of belonging.

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Reflections on volunteering at AVM

With 2024 drawing to a close, it feels like an opportune time to reflect and take stock, yet it doesn’t easily happen. Life quickly gets in the way...

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Recharge and Review Your Volunteer Program for the Year Ahead

As the winter months settle in and activities slow down, transitioning into preparation for the year ahead, it may be the ideal time for those...

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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: Extreme Trust: Honesty as a Competitive Advantage

This Month's Selection: Extreme Trust: Honesty as a Competitive Advantage, by Don Peppers and Martha Rogers, Ph.D. The twentieth in a series of...

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Nurturing Volunteer Wellbeing in a Post-Pandemic World: Tips and Resources for Leaders of Volunteers

The pandemic has reshaped the landscape of volunteering, posing unique challenges and opportunities for both volunteers and Leaders of Volunteers. A...

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Four productivity tips for Volunteer Engagement Professionals

Being a Volunteer Engagement Professional can be demanding. We are constantly balancing the needs of our volunteers, our colleagues, our bosses, our...

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Recognising the Vital Role of Volunteer Managers

As we approach International Volunteer Manager’s Day on November 5, it’s essential to highlight the crucial role volunteer managers play in guiding...

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Volunteering: A Family Affair

Food pantries, youth programs, senior centers, theaters, and many other agencies all involve families as key constituents. Families may be members,...

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How to Lead When You're Not in Charge: Leveraging Influence When You Lack Authority

This Month's Selection: How to Lead When You're Not in Charge: Leveraging Influence When You Lack Authority, by Clay Scroggins (Author), Andy Stanley...

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A Vision For Volunteers

“We have lost our ‘To what end?’ Yes, we are trying to solve this problem, but what comes after we solve the problem? And unless you define what...

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