Let’s face it: volunteers are valuable. They believe in the vision of your organization/church/nonprofit/team enough to dedicate their time and energy—for free. It’s important to note that while they may not be getting paid monetarily, they may benefit by experiencing a sense of belonging and purpose through volunteering at your organization/church/nonprofit/team. If done well, volunteer…
When working a day-to-day job, many people struggle with fulfillment in their work. If you’re filing paperwork or managing meetings, your mind might wonder: why is this document important? This email? What is the significance of my work? Nonprofits provide many with the opportunity to devote time to the things that have inherent value, and volunteers…
Have you ever been told that managing volunteers is like herding cats? While that expression is chuckle-worthy for anyone who has been in a leadership position, it’s a harmful approach to communicating with one of your most important audiences. If you work for a church or nonprofit, chances are volunteers are an important part of…
