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Rob Jackson: Nov 6, 2024 9:00:00 AM
Being a Volunteer Engagement Professional can be demanding. We are constantly balancing the needs of our volunteers, our colleagues, our bosses, our funders etc. with the development work needed to keep our volunteer engagement efforts relevant to...
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Margaret McLachlan - Communications Manager, Volunteering New Zealand: Oct 30, 2024 9:00:00 AM
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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Nicole R. Smith: Oct 16, 2024 9:30:00 AM
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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Nicole R. Smith: Sep 18, 2024 9:00:00 AM
This Month's Selection: Start With Why – How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action , by Simon Sinek The nineteenth in a series of Better...
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Paula Avila, Better Impact (Canada Office): Sep 11, 2024 9:00:00 AM
Calculating the return on investment (ROI) for Volunteer Management Software (VMS) is crucial for demonstrating the value and efficiency gains for...
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Nicole R. Smith: Aug 21, 2024 8:56:00 AM
This Month's Selection How to Be Like Walt Capturing the Disney Magic Every Day of Your Life, Pat Williams with Jim Denney The eighteenth in a series...
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Sammy Feilchenfeld, CVA: Aug 14, 2024 9:00:00 AM
Volunteer managers are essential parts of organizations' efforts to make a difference. How can people in this role advocate for themselves and their...
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Christine Spears, CVA: Jul 31, 2024 10:40:00 AM
In recent years volunteer involving organisations have continued to struggle with volunteer shortages. This trend is unlikely to end any time soon...
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Beth Steinhorn, President, VQ Volunteer Strategies: Jul 24, 2024 8:05:00 AM
One of the most frequent questions we hear from leaders of volunteers is how to decline a volunteer professionally and with kindness and we are...
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Team Better Impact: Jul 22, 2024 9:00:00 AM
Introduction In today's dynamic non-profit landscape, volunteer engagement is more crucial than ever. Volunteers are the lifeblood of many...
