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Better Impact Blog

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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Volunteer Manager (2)

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How to build your business case to get volunteer management software

There is no doubt that volunteer management software (VMS) can be a huge help for not-for-profit and charity organizations. When it comes to...

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Using video throughout the volunteer life cycle

There is no question that digital transformations have accelerated since the pandemic started. If there is one thing the past year has showed us is...

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Monkeys in a cage as a metaphor for how we can be programmed to accept the unnatural

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A Cage Full of Monkeys

One of the many things I’ve enjoyed when training a new member on our Volunteer Impact software is the way some of them look at a new system...

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coronavirus impacting the economy

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Volunteer management in a post-pandemic world

As we all know, the dynamics and parameters of what we consider normal have drastically changed with COVID-19. After more than a year battling this...

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yellow smiley face spheres

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The Happiness Advantage

Assuming that we could all use a little boost of happiness these days, I want to share some thoughts from a great book with you. If you get something...

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Digging a little deeper

“Always seek to know why you believe what you believe”

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data security

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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...

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woman at job interview

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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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large group of volunteers

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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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Looking though a view finder to focus on something

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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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