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How Failure and Humility Made Me a Better Volunteer Engagement Professional
Tim Suda, CVA: Jun 4, 2025 9:00:00 AM
Looking back on my time…
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Volunteerism Isn’t Just About Good Intentions — It’s About Outcomes
Houston Goodwin: May 1, 2025 9:00:00 AM
In the world of volunteerism, we often lead with heart. And rightly so — this work is deeply human. It’s fueled by compassion, generosity, and a...
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Beyond Training: Sweeping Away Barriers to Volunteer Engagement
Beth Steinhorn, President, VQ Volunteer Strategies: Apr 16, 2025 9:00:00 AM
A few years ago, I was interviewing dozens of staff and volunteers of a wildlife rehabilitation organization as part of a volunteer engagement...
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Looking Ahead, Together
Houston Goodwin: Apr 6, 2025 12:10:11 PM
A note from Houston Goodwin, CEO of Better Impact
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Resources for Volunteer Engagement Professionals
Ashley Rieser, CVA (she/her): Mar 31, 2025 9:00:00 AM
One of the many things I love about being a volunteer engagement professional is how supportive the volunteer engagement community is, and the many...
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Insuring volunteers…the wrong way and the right way
William Henry, Vice President, Volunteers Insurance Service Association, Inc.: Mar 5, 2025 8:30:00 AM
In a discussion with your insurance agent, you might have asked, “What happens if a volunteer accidentally hurts someone, or damages someone’s...
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CAVS: The Gold Standard in Healthcare Volunteer Leadership
Jessica Barker, M.A, CPXP: Feb 18, 2025 2:19:18 PM
In a world where volunteerism continues to shape healthcare communities, professional certifications in volunteer management are becoming a key asset...
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How to Lead When You're Not in Charge: Leveraging Influence When You Lack Authority
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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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: Start With Why – How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action
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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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: How to Be Like Walt Capturing the Disney Magic Every Day of Your Life
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...