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Mentoring Staff New to Nonprofit Work

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But, when considering helping young graduates transition to a career in nonprofit or even helping a mid-career professional make the leap from a for-profit vocation to one in the nonprofit sector, there are a few basics to keep in mind when mentoring a new nonprofit worker. Teach or model a succinct delivery of the cause’s elevator speech.

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: Fear not, nonprofit professionals!

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As Board President of YNPN Phoenix , I often hear from other emerging nonprofit leaders – including our board – a shared desire to perform with high standards in the face of huge workloads, while at the same time wanting life/work balance. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? No pressure there, ha! Access resources!

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: Making the Play: Successfully Engaging.

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This organization uses sports, specifically basketball, as a vehicle to help youth get motivated in school and learn life lessons while at the same time producing some seriously great athletes. In my experience, Ive learned how integral life skills can be taught and nurtured by tapping into something kids love: basketball.

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Donning the Sweatshirt of Service: Reflections from a Second-Year Ally

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Coordinator & Volunteer Coordinator, ADL Arizona and GLSEN Phoenix. This year alone, Joseph Perez created an entire collaborative program that uses hip hop to teach students about life. Angela Soliz , ASU Lodestar Center. Public Allies AZ Alumna /. Youth Leadership Development. I hope that you'll join us.

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: American Humanics: An Elite Group

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I wondered, had I done enough, given the right advice, been a successful coach and mentor? I wonder, will their hard work create a better life for others? Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs I truly believe they will.

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ASU Lodestar Center Blog: "If you have to leave, why did you.

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Shelina was worried she had done more harm than good by coming into Zees life and leaving it just as abruptly. For the fact that they have so many people that come and go in their life and that we need to be there for them if they start. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? They need us so we need to be there for them.

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