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How do you balance skills-based volunteering with your professional development and career goals?

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Skills-based volunteering (SBV) is a form of service that leverages your professional expertise and talents to support a social cause or organization. It can be a rewarding and meaningful way to give back to your community, learn new skills, and expand your network. But how do you balance SBV with your professional development and career goals? Here are some tips to help you find the right fit and make the most of your SBV experience.

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1 Identify your motivation

Before you start looking for SBV opportunities, ask yourself why you want to do it and what you hope to gain from it. Are you looking for a challenge, a change, or a chance to grow? Do you want to explore a new field, sector, or issue? Do you want to make a positive impact, build relationships, or enhance your reputation? Knowing your motivation will help you narrow down your options and align your SBV with your professional aspirations.

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Scott Mawdesley

Author of A Dad’s Bible Journey | Leader of Spiritual Fathers | Founder of Dads on Tap | Connector
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I’ve helped hundreds of people find the right spot of engagement, and I’ve carved out several unique spots for myself in our local community. Here’s a couple of how-to thoughts: 1. Find what you care about. What bothers you, gets you excited, frustrates you, interests you or draws your attention in any way? This is a sure sign that it’s something related to your values and something you care about. 2. Start slow. Research the opportunities, have some conversation with others connected to it, go take a tour or have a cup of coffee with those doing the work. Make sure it’s something you really believe in and want to be a part of before you jump in to volunteers, give or engage in someway. I have other ideas but these are top of mind!

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Alyssa Whitehead, M.A.

Campus Activities Coordinator @ Binghamton University| M.A. Student Personnel
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Being able to synthesize my professional and personal passions into volunteer experience has required being open to looking for opportunities that may not directly seem related to my career path, but engaging with your community in meaningful ways is important for our well-being, and can also teach us invaluable leadership skills. The first step is to reach out to a cause that aligns with a hobby or a more professional goal. Then determine how much time you have to volunteer. It may be a few hours a month, or every day. Then, take it seriously! Not just while you're engaging with the volunteer experience directly, but also as you vocalize those experiences in professional environments. The two do not have to be mutually exclusive!

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Sandra Fabiana Nakashima

Consultora organizacional - Counseling & Coaching
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El voluntariado da sentido y orienta el desarrollo personal, que luego se traduce en lo profesional. Porque el voluntariado es una manera de ser y estar en la vida. Es poner en acción la amabilidad y la empatía para con otros que están pasando un momento difícil. Es estar para el otro que necesita. Tiene que ver con ponerse en el lugar del otro y en pensar en un mundo de circularidad: lo que está a mi alcance hacer, hacerlo con amabilidad.

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2 Find a match

Once you have a clear idea of your motivation, you can start searching for SBV opportunities that match your skills, interests, and availability. There are many platforms and resources that can help you find SBV projects, such as Catchafire, Taproot Plus, VolunteerMatch, or United Way. You can also reach out to your network, your employer, or your professional association to see if they have any SBV partnerships or programs. When you find a potential match, make sure you understand the scope, expectations, and benefits of the SBV role, and communicate clearly with the host organization.

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3 Set goals and boundaries

To balance SBV with your professional development and career goals, you need to set realistic and measurable goals and boundaries for yourself and your SBV project. Goals can help you track your progress, evaluate your impact, and celebrate your achievements. Boundaries can help you manage your time, energy, and resources, and avoid burnout, stress, or conflict. Some examples of goals and boundaries are: how much time you can commit to SBV per week or month, what skills you want to develop or showcase, how you will document your SBV experience, and how you will handle feedback or challenges.

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4 Learn and network

One of the main benefits of SBV is that it can help you learn new skills, gain new insights, and meet new people. To maximize these benefits, you need to be open-minded, curious, and proactive. Seek out opportunities to learn from your SBV host organization, your fellow volunteers, and your beneficiaries. Ask questions, share ideas, and solicit feedback. Network with people who share your passion, values, or vision. Connect with them on social media, join online communities, or attend events. You never know who might become a mentor, a friend, or a future employer.

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Sondra Brooks

Owner at PYP Consulting
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I enjoy learning how a skill I developed 20 years ago has opportunity for improvement. There are organizations that recognize and appreciate the skills you bring to the table. With an open mind, you not only benefit from your altruistic service but you can learn a different set of skills. The individuals I have met through volunteering over the last 20 years have broaden my network and led me to many interesting career opportunities.

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5 Showcase your impact

Another benefit of SBV is that it can help you showcase your impact, skills, and values to your current or potential employers. To do this effectively, you need to document your SBV experience and highlight your achievements and contributions. You can use different formats and platforms to showcase your impact, such as your resume, your portfolio, your LinkedIn profile, or your blog. You can also use stories, testimonials, or metrics to demonstrate your impact, such as how you solved a problem, improved a process, or increased an outcome.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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