Jan 18Give R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Get RESPECTGive R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Get RESPECT The concept of managing volunteers is easy, the execution can be difficult. This profession challenges you to be the best person you can be and take the high road in every decision, which can be hard. Sometimes it is hard to do the right thing. …Volunteer Management4 min readVolunteer Management4 min read
Dec 29, 2022“Corrective Vision” Goal Setting: A New Way to “Look” at Accomplishing Your GoalsLife is full of twists and turns, but each one is guiding you to the end goal. Don’t let fear of the unknown, or worse yet, EXCUSES keep you from starting. The most significant difference between those who succeed and those who don’t is actual action. …Goal Setting5 min readGoal Setting5 min read
Oct 24, 2022One of the Most Difficult Jobs in the World: Volunteer EngagementLeaders of volunteers, volunteer engagement managers, volunteer coordinators….they go by many names and many titles, but are all critical to the non-profit sector. A lucky few have had a direct path into this work…however most fell into the profession. …Volunteer5 min readVolunteer5 min read
Sep 23, 2022Selfishness is Not Self-CareI encourage everyone to put yourself first as you should. Just like on a plane with the oxygen mask situation, how can you help others if you don’t take care of yourself first? I believe in that whole-heartedly. …Professional Development4 min readProfessional Development4 min read
Aug 19, 2022Growing PainsThe beautiful thing about growing pains is they remind you that you are alive. Well, that is the way I choose to look at it anyway. Most of us would agree that growth is good, and vital to anything and everything we do in life. …Growth4 min readGrowth4 min read
Jul 26, 20227 Ways to Celebrate Interns on National Intern DayInterns are a vital part to any business that integrates them correctly. They bring a fresh perspective, new ideas and not to mention a helping hand. Incorporating interns into your organization is an effective way to develop a pipeline for new and diverse talent as well as provide aspiring managers…Intern4 min readIntern4 min read
May 22, 2022Don’t Let Good Success Inhibit Greater Success (Even Subconsciously)Call it arrogance, but I hate to be publicly shamed. I also hate for someone to point out I am wrong. So, for as long as I can remember, I have made sel-evaluation a daily practice, because if anyone is going to call me out for being wrong, I would…Volunteering6 min readVolunteering6 min read
Apr 15, 2022Do You Shudder When They Call You “Expert?” Yeah, Me Too.I am going into my 8th year of working full time in volunteer engagement and absolutely shudder anytime anyone refers to me as an expert, especially due to the many colleagues that have at least a decade of experience on me. …Imposter Syndrome5 min readImposter Syndrome5 min read
Mar 31, 2022Volunteers: Hidden Treasures In Plain SightNational Volunteer Appreciation Week is April 17th — April 23rd. Volunteers are EVERYWHERE, yet often unseen. I challenge you to be on the lookout for volunteers this month, and when you spot one, show them a little love. There are of course the obvious ones whose generosity stands out such…Volunteering4 min readVolunteering4 min read
Jan 7, 2022Are Excuses Masked As Valid Reasons Derailing Your Goals?Just like the maze above, life is full of twists and turns, but each one is guiding you to the end goal. Don’t let fear of the unknown, or worse yet, EXCUSES keep you from starting. The most significant difference between those who succeed and those who don’t is action…Goals5 min readGoals5 min read