Idea Architects

JUNE 11, 2012

Despite ample research indicating that many volunteers prefer short-term project work versus long-term committee or board positions, too many organizations still use under an older mental operating software about individual motivation and loyalty. Dec 2007 (2). Nov 2007 (5). Oct 2007 (7). Sep 2007 (5).

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Idea Architects

APRIL 9, 2012

Frequency, timeliness, and forthrightness of communication: Do you freely share information with others and operate in the spirit of transparency or do you selectively disclose what you know, brokering information as a source of power and control? Dec 2007 (2). Nov 2007 (5). Oct 2007 (7). Sep 2007 (5).

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Idea Architects

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

These pieces of work can then be developed into the various components of a comprehensive volunteer structure: work groups or project teams, solo assignments, advisory boards; task forces or committees; etc. Most volunteer involvement brochures and forms solicit interest in committees or task forces. Dec 2007 (2). Nov 2007 (5).

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Idea Architects

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

But it also means our organizations must thoughtfully manage those moments when members of the community are told no because of budget restrictions, a competitive program proposal process, or limited slots on certain committees for task forces. Dec 2007 (2). Nov 2007 (5). Oct 2007 (7). Sep 2007 (5).

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Idea Architects

JUNE 22, 2012

A planning committee discusses results and develops a plan. Review next steps with particular attention to timeframes, accountability, ans communications. The answer to that question needs to reflect a coordinated communication approach, not individual session participants preferences. Dec 2007 (2). Nov 2007 (5).

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Idea Architects

APRIL 18, 2012

We’ve been telling prospective volunteers about available leadership committees and positions and then asking if they are interested. Instead of pushing the standard list of committees, councils, and task forces, let’s first focus on learning about each and every member and then offering a customized invitation to engage.

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