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The 5-Minute Mini – Coaching Colleagues

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Beth Steinhorn, President, VQ Volunteer Strategies: Apr 24, 2024 9:15:00 AM

“How can I help my colleagues feel more comfortable providing feedback to volunteers?”

Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Leadership Volunteer Training and Onboarding

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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: I Will Teach You To Be Rich, by Ramit Sethi

Nicole R. Smith: Apr 17, 2024 9:00:00 AM

This Month's Selection I Will Teach You To Be Rich, by Ramit Sethi The fourteenth in a series of Better Impact Book Bites A taste of great books...

Book Bites Volunteer Management Best Practices

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8 Tips for Tackling Unpopular Tasks

Karen Knight: Apr 10, 2024 9:14:00 AM

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

Volunteer Management Best Practices

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The Power of Collaboration

Laurie Gillman, DOVIA Colorado Board Member: Apr 3, 2024 11:14:00 AM

I used to mail a card to my volunteers with a handwritten message inside. The outer design was drawn by one of my coworkers and featured several...

Volunteer Management Volunteer Management Best Practices

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The Value of Experiences for Professional Growth

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Adam Janes, Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada: Mar 27, 2024 8:30:00 AM

I recently watched the 1990’s classic action sci-fi film, ‘The Matrix’, again after many years. I was always fascinated with Keanu Reeves’ character...

Volunteer Management Best Practices Conferences for Volunteer Managers

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Never Split the Difference – Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It

Nicole R. Smith: Mar 20, 2024 8:00:00 AM

This Month's Selection Never Split the Difference – Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It, by Chris Voss (Author), Tahl Raz (Author) The...

Volunteer Manager Book Bites

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"NEED-TO-HAVE” AND “NICE-TO-HAVE” INSURANCE FOR NONPROFITS

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William Henry, Vice President, Volunteers Insurance Service Association, Inc.: Mar 13, 2024 8:30:00 AM

Insurance isn't just a financial safeguard for nonprofit organizations; it's a strategic imperative. From protecting assets to mitigating unforeseen...

Volunteer Leadership Nonprofit Management