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Developing staff technology skills in your nonprofit

NTEN

How do you go about developing the technology skills of your staff? In this post, I will briefly explain how to pinpoint which technology skills folks need, assess current skill levels, provide training that doesn’t stink, and nurture a technology-positive culture where tech skills are a priority.

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What To Do When You're New

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Being more introverted versus extroverted, the author's advice and teachings would have helped me during new jobs and after promotions, when relocating to new cities, when joining new clubs and organizations, and whenever I became a member of a new team. Each book chapter examines: Why the skill is important to your success.

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When props don’t cut it – advocating for your virtual volunteer roles

Twenty Hats

As a veterinary resident, part of her job involved teaching, and that responsibility did not end with the shut-in. I was reminded of Ali’s video last week when I led a class for volunteer managers on creating virtual volunteer roles. Other participants created virtual roles with expenses attached, too.

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How to Recruit Remote Volunteers During COVID-19 Using RemoteHub

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The crucial role of volunteers in nonprofit organizations can’t possibly be understated. It’s a win-win situation as well, for volunteers are 27% likelier to be hired, thanks to the skills and experience earned through volunteering. Companies are reinventing themselves for a socially-distant world, but they’re not the only ones.

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Tips to strengthen your volunteer program and empower member volunteers

Nimble AMS

The peer groups also offer opportunities for member v olunteers to develop more skills and become leaders. Make it simple for your members to volunteer at your organization and offer volunteer opportunities in a variety of roles. Provide volunteer orientation so your members know their roles inside and out.

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How To Build Immunity To Burnout In The Workplace

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Workers with specific EI skills know how to successfully cope with stressful work environments and experiences. The five EI skills are: Build self-awareness to identify what makes you vulnerable to burnout. Was it an acquired skill? So, what did these resilient role models have in common? Managing yourself.

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Volunteer Training: Exceeding Expectations

Volunteer Hub

Hands on training is one of the best ways to introduce volunteers to a role and engage them at the same time. Allow volunteers to link theory, teaching, and practice. Influences emotions increasing knowledge and skills. Leverage Existing Skill-sets. Allow volunteers to train on roles that are interesting to them.