How can you use your network to meet Community Outreach deadlines?

2 Communicate your goals and expectations

The next step is to communicate your goals and expectations clearly and consistently with your network. You want to make sure that everyone is on the same page about the purpose, scope, timeline, and deliverables of your community outreach projects. You can use various channels, such as newsletters, social media, webinars, meetings, or phone calls, to update your network on your progress, challenges, and achievements. You can also ask for feedback, suggestions, and testimonials from your network to improve your outreach strategies and showcase your impact.

3 Delegate and collaborate

The third step is to delegate and collaborate with your network to meet your deadlines and enhance your outcomes. You don't have to do everything by yourself; you can leverage the expertise, resources, and connections of your network to support your community outreach goals. For example, you can ask your colleagues to help you with research, design, or evaluation; you can partner with other organizations to co-host events, share best practices, or access new audiences; you can invite your clients, donors, or volunteers to participate in your campaigns, advocate for your cause, or donate to your projects; you can reach out to your media contacts, influencers, or mentors to promote your outreach activities, amplify your message, or mentor you along the way.

4 Appreciate and reciprocate

The final step is to appreciate and reciprocate the value that your network provides to your community outreach efforts. You want to make sure that you acknowledge, thank, and reward your network for their contributions, whether it is through recognition, incentives, referrals, or opportunities. You also want to offer your own value to your network by sharing your insights, resources, and connections that can help them achieve their goals. By building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with your network, you can increase your trust, loyalty, and reputation as a community outreach leader.

5 Here’s what else to consider

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