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Writing Award Winning Nominations Contributed by:
Mary MerrillWednesday, May 12, 2004 (9 years 3 days ago)
Nominators play a critical role in the nominating process. Whether you are nominating a volunteer or a manager of volunteers, the following tips can help you write an award winning nomination.
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Four Studies of Interest Contributed by:
Mary MerrillWednesday, March 24, 2004 (9 years 52 days ago)
The United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics released its second study of volunteerism in the United States. These studies collect information regarding people who volunteer through or for an organization (formal volunteering).
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Protecting Volunteer Programs Contributed by:
Mary MerrillWednesday, October 23, 2002 (10 years 205 days ago)
A volunteer may fall and get hurt. A volunteer can accidentally damage equipment. A volunteer may inadvertently push a client. A volunteer's car may be damaged while in the parking lot. A purse may turn up missing. Very few work environments are risk free. Organizations have an obligation to protect volunteers as they do their employees. Programs that involve children and other vulnerable populations have an extra obligation to creating safeguards for all involved.
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Volunteer Workouts! Contributed by:
Mary MerrillWednesday, October 16, 2002 (10 years 212 days ago)
Pressed for time but still want to be physically fit? Gyms are now promoting 30-minute exercise classes that are usually simpler and easier to learn. Slogans such as "Strong in 10 Minutes," "30 Minute Workout," and "Xpress Workout" are replacing the traditional 30 minute cardio class followed by 30 minutes of weight conditioning.
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Recruiting Corporate Volunteers Contributed by:
Mary MerrillWednesday, October 09, 2002 (10 years 219 days ago)
The workplace is a valuable source of volunteers, but working people face unique challenges for combining work and volunteer activities. While many corporations encourage employee volunteerism, volunteer mangers can increase their recruitment effectiveness by considering the following issues.
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Impact Evaluation and Mission Contributed by:
Mary MerrillWednesday, July 17, 2002 (10 years 303 days ago)
Evaluating the impact of volunteer programs has become increasingly important for volunteer managers. Impact or outcome evaluation allows volunteer administrators, and volunteers, an opportunity to see the positive impacts they are having within the organization and within the larger community.
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When You Must Fire a Volunteer Contributed by:
Mary MerrillWednesday, April 17, 2002 (11 years 29 days ago)
A reader asks, "How can I effectively fire a volunteer?" This question does not have a quick, easy answer. Firing a volunteer is part of a process that begins with appropriate policies and procedures for the discipline and dismissal of volunteers.
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The Importance of Good Orientation Contributed by:
Mary MerrillWednesday, February 13, 2002 (11 years 92 days ago)
First impressions do count. Providing quality orientation to new employees and volunteers is critical, yet is often one of the most neglected functions in an organization. If you have taken the time to find quality people, it’s your job to make sure they fit comfortably into their new role and the organization.
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