Volunteers are NOT the heart of your organisation, and the fact that many of us describe them as such is, I think, a problem. This is why.
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@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialVolunteers are NOT the heart of your organisation, and the fact that many of us describe them as such is, I think, a problem. This is why.
@heritagevols.bsky.social📉 Volunteering rates have fallen. But has the motivation to volunteer really changed?
Research spanning 25+ years suggests people still want to contribute but how they want to volunteer is changing.
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialThe larger your volunteer workforce, the higher the chances of interpersonal drama. In this insightful (and fun!) talk, Anastasia Penright gives actionable tips for reducing it. #lovols #interpersonalrelationships #volunteermanagement www.ted.com/talks/anasta...
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialThe registrations are trickling in! If you're anywhere mid-Vancouver Island and you'd like to join us to discuss the speakers of the VMHC, join us at the Parksville host site! Details and registration here: karenknightconsulting.ticketbud.com/vmhc-parkville
#vmhc2026 #volunteermanagement #lovols
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialMany companies struggle with getting staff to participate in corporate volunteer engagement initiatives. It may be how the program was set up.
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialVMHC is almost here! If you are on Vanc. Island & want to meet with other volunteer engagement professionals to network during the conference, join us at the Parksville Host Site. Details and registration here:
karenknightconsulting.ticketbud.com/vmhc-parkville
#lovols #volunteermanagement #vmhc2026
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialFundraising isn't my area of expertise, but this talk about how little it would take to solve huge problems is inspiring, and well worth watching. Curious how we could use this same thinking for volunteerism….
#lovols #volunteermanagement #volunteerism www.ted.com/talks/natali...
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialThere is a lot of talk in the sector about volunteers donating financially to their organisation. The conversation that doesn't seem to be happening is about donors becoming volunteers.
@charityvillage.bsky.socialAI is changing how volunteers find about your organization. 🤖
Martin O’Neill of Rosterfy explores AI search, data security and tools that reduce repetitive admin.
@heritagevols.bsky.social💼 JOB: Volunteer Manager at Stonehenge. Wiltshire, £26.5k, full-time, permanent. Closes 1/10
✍️ Apply at: www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/our-pe...
💻️ Join HVG for free @ buff.ly/DbkArjQ
#LoVols #VolMngmnt #VolunteerEngagement #Volunteering #HVGJobs #VolunteerManagement #Volunteer
@heritagevols.bsky.social💼 JOB: Alumni Volunteer Officer at Kings College. London, £39-43k, full-time, permanent. Closes 27/9
✍️ Apply at:https://www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/157407-alumni-volunteer-officer
💻️ Join HVG for free @ buff.ly/DbkArjQ
#LoVols #VolMngmnt #VolunteerEngagement #Volunteering #HVGJobs #VolunteerManagement
@karenknightconsult.bsky.social"Who is served by the work that we do?" In this TED talk, David shares how focusing on "who" rather than "why" can lead to better morale and higher retention. Works even better for social impact orgs than it does for businesses!
#lovols #socialimpact #volunteermanagement
www.ted.com/talks/david_...
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialTurning an operational into a strategic volunteer program is challenging, but it can put volunteers at the forefront of your organisation’s mission. I have some ideas that might help you.
@heritagevols.bsky.social💼 JOB: #Volunteer Manager at Safeena. Remote, £36k, full-time, two year contract. Closes 25/9
✍️ Apply at: www.safeena.org.uk/jobs/volunte...
💻️ Join HVG for free @ buff.ly/DbkArjQ
#LoVols #VolMngmnt #VolunteerEngagement #HVGJobs #Volunteering #VolunteerManagement
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialCreativity, whether in business or social impact, is key to staying relevant. But being creative easier said than done. Or is it? Alan Iny says the only thing required for practical creativity is to start with doubt.
#lovols #creativeproblemsolving #volunteermanagement
www.ted.com/talks/alan_i...
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialCaterpillars and Butterflies. Around the world, volunteers are metamorphosing. Many of our organisations, though, are still *only* putting out the green stuff that attracts caterpillars. We need to offer more.
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialAdvocating is important - for volunteers, the profession of leading volunteers, and for ourselves as leaders. With that in mind, here's another TED talk about how to be persuasive; this time focusing on storytelling.
@karenknightconsult.bsky.socialAre you stuck with hours and number of volunteers when measuring impact? Here’s a way to find some other numbers that might be better – and that might get you increased respect and support.
@volunteernow.bsky.socialThe latest edition of VTraining is out now! Check your inbox or download your copy here 👉 https://mailchi.mp/volunteernow/vtraining-september-2026
We have volunteer management sessions, safeguarding sessions, free sessions and more!