Synopses & Reviews
Anyone who supervises volunteers will welcome this book as they navigate the intricacies of managing an unpaid workforce. Underlying the content is the surety that given strong direction, good motivation, and consistent supervision, volunteers can help an organization run smoothly and efficiently—and cost effectively. To that end, the book is packed with easily implemented advice and useful information designed to save time and effort. Concise and to the point, it assumes neither management knowledge nor familiarity with business practices. Yet even experienced volunteer managers will come away with fresh ideas and new approaches.
To augment her own expertise and increase the diversity of viewpoints, the author interviewed volunteer managers from various types of organizations and shares their stories. Quotes and anecdotes throughout the book will help readers relate to common problems, at the same time illustrating the challenges and rewards of managing volunteers. Forms, checklists, and other tools make the guide immediately actionable and exceptionally easy to use.
Synopsis
Volunteers are the backbone of many an organization. This practical, hands-on guide, filled with useful tips and everyday examples, will help those responsible for volunteers successfully recruit and manage this invaluable resource.
Synopsis
• Eschews theory and jargon in favor of practical advice that is neither complicated nor intimidating
• Provides tips and information a volunteer manager with little or no training or experience can understand and use effectively
• Covers different types of volunteers and various kinds of organizations
• Includes quotations and real-life stories that make the book interesting and fun to read
Synopsis
Anyone who supervises volunteers will find this book an indispensable guide for navigating the intricacies of managing unpaid workers. Underlying the content is the message that volunteers are a vital part of an organization's workforce and should be treated as valuable members of the team. Volunteers can work alongside paid staff members to help the organization run smoothly and efficiently—and cost effectively. The book is packed with easily implemented advice and proven techniques for successfully handling common situations. Concise and easy to read, it assumes neither previous volunteer management experience nor familiarity with business practices, yet even experienced volunteer managers will come away with fresh ideas and new approaches.
To augment her own expertise and increase the diversity of viewpoints, the author interviewed volunteer managers from various types of organizations and shares their stories. Quotes and anecdotes throughout the book help readers relate to common problems and illustrate the challenges and rewards of managing volunteers.