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 actual action. …

Leaders 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. …

I 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. …

The 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. …

Interns 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…

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…

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. …

National 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…

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…