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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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7 things to consider when looking for volunteer engagement software

I am sometimes asked for my views on volunteer management software. Which products are best? What should the software do? What are important features and benefits? In this article I want to give you my perspective on seven important things to...

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Fight or flee – the choice is yours

How to handle difficult volunteering situations A colleague and I were recently faced with the following scenario that involved volunteers working in...

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Bug or Butterfly?

Have you ever considered the lifecycle of the average volunteer program manager?

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10 questions every Volunteer Manager should ask a potential employer!

As Leaders of Volunteers one of our specialty areas is (or at least should be) the ability to properly interview someone To ask the right questions...

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How many volunteers are too many volunteers?

One of the most common questions I am asked is “How many volunteers should one Volunteer Manager be responsible for?” – or in other words, what might...

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Engaging with a volunteer

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Don’t forget the People in the Process

Over the years I have had the opportunity to write and edit hundreds of articles, reports, blogs and even a few books on the topic of volunteerism.

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New incentives for new volunteers?

An article in the Weekend Australian explains that in an effort to retain staff members and be more receptive to the lifestyle needs of working...

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Who rules the roost?

I am lucky enough to travel a lot and to meet many volunteer managers from all walks of life in the process.

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How to be laser focused on your mission

The investors on Dragon’s Den are ruthless. They are there to find ways to make a buck and that is what they focus on. When pitched by a...

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Cane Toad

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The Cane Toad Effect

I once was asked to speak at a conference on the topic of ‘Navigating the Brave New World’ of volunteerism.

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