6 posts tagged with "Training"

THE GIVERS MODEL: VOLUNTEER MANAGER MUST READ​

Updated: Feb 26, 2020

Recently I stumbled across a new volunteer management study for growing and retaining event volunteers that stuck with me. The study by Fujiwara, Lawton and Watt has a rather long name, “Using behavioral science to recruit and retain volunteers more effectively” or it is better known as the GIVERS study in the UK where it was commissioned. The study isn’t quite a book but at 140 pages in length you need a little time to invest in reading the entire study.

The new realities of volunteer recruiting: Finding Passion​

Updated: Feb 26, 2020

My passion is helping event managers find and finesse great volunteer solutions for their specific needs. You likely know that my company, TRS, helps events discover the right combination of technical solutions – online volunteer management, background check, online training, databases, surveys and communications tools. What you might not realize is that most of my time is not spent on technology. Most of my time is spent one-on-one, in webinars and leading workshops with a focus on problem solving. No, not technical problem solving. That comes last.

Competing for the Millennial Volunteer (IFEA Fall 2018)​

Updated: Feb 26, 2020

Over the past few years we've seen major shifts in the volunteer world, including more competition for volunteers and a huge growth in the number of events held. There are a plethora of festivals, endurance events, school sports, charitable fundraisers and much more competing for the time of potential volunteers.

Shifting Volunteer Trends​

By Florence May with Ben Reno-Weber

Updated: Feb 26, 2020

At a recent volunteer management conference, I noticed a common theme in every session: The volunteer world is shifting. Several speakers were discussing a shift in the perceived role of volunteers. According to Rick Lynch, principal consultant at Lynch Associates, the volunteer management era “grew up”when many people volunteered as an alternative to professional work, whereas today’s volunteers do so as an alternative to other leisure activities.

Searching for the Perfect Fit: Online Volunteer Management Systems (IFEA Spring 2018)​

In Search of The Right Product​

"What do you seek in an online volunteer management system?" is the first question in our fact-finding meeting with potential clients. The leadership response typically includes elements of the following response: we are seeking a product that enhances our brand, integrity, efficiency, partnerships and relationships with our volunteers.