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Karen Knight

I have been providing volunteer recruitment, engagement and training for not-for-profit organizations for over 25 years. My professional life has spanned many industries, working in both the private and public sectors in various leadership positions. Through my passion for making a difference in the world, I have gained decades of experience in not-for-profits as a leader and a board member. I served in Toastmasters International for over twenty-five years, in various roles up to District Director, where I was responsible for one of the largest Toastmasters districts in the world. There, I had twenty leaders reporting directly to me, and another eighty reporting to them. All volunteers.

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The Magic of Micro-Volunteering

The idea of micro-volunteering is gaining traction, and for good reason. Fewer people are willing or able to commit to a regular shift. They want the ability to pick and choose what, when, and how they contribute. By offering flexibility, you open...

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Interviewing Potential Volunteers

Most of us know that if you want a strong, trustworthy team of volunteers, getting to know them before they come on is key. An interview should be...

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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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Volunteers Saving Time Using Software

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Time-Saving Volunteer Supervision Hacks

Effective volunteer supervision is crucial for a successful volunteer program and thus greater impact. By leading volunteers well, you can ensure...

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8 Tips for Tackling Unpopular Tasks

Leaders often find themselves faced with the challenge of motivating volunteers to take on unpopular tasks. As you know, every task plays a crucial...

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The 5 Aspects of a Strong Volunteer Program

Building a volunteer program isn’t easy, but it may be simpler than you might think. There are five key aspects of a strong volunteer program:...

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