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What do you do if you want to make a difference through volunteering but struggle with time management?

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You want to make a positive impact on the world by volunteering for a cause you care about, but you also have a busy schedule that makes it hard to find the time and energy to do so. How can you balance your personal and professional obligations with your desire to help others? Here are some tips to help you manage your time more effectively and make the most of your volunteering experience.

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Anuj Chandalia,INV

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Michael Scholl

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1 Define your goals

Before you commit to any volunteering opportunity, ask yourself why you want to do it, what skills and talents you can offer, and how much time you can realistically devote. Having a clear vision of your goals will help you choose a suitable organization, project, or role that matches your interests, values, and availability. It will also help you avoid overcommitting or underdelivering, which can lead to frustration, burnout, or disappointment.

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Anuj Chandalia,INV

Founder Of Manentia AI | Health Tech industry | AI & ML Innovation in Medical Imaging Diagnosis system
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Want to volunteer but short on time? Prioritize causes aligned with your passions and skills. Look for flexible opportunities like virtual volunteering or short-term projects. Delegate tasks set boundaries, and schedule dedicated volunteering time to make a meaningful impact despite your busy schedule.

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2 Plan ahead

Once you have found a volunteering opportunity that aligns with your goals, make sure you plan ahead and schedule your tasks accordingly. Use a calendar, planner, or app to keep track of your deadlines, appointments, and commitments. Block out specific times for your volunteering activities, and stick to them as much as possible. If you need to make changes, communicate them to your supervisor or coordinator as soon as possible. Also, plan for contingencies, such as emergencies, delays, or cancellations, and have backup options ready.

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Emanuelle Moura

Impacto social | Gest?o de projetos | Voluntariado | Lideran?a de OSC|ESG| Eventos| Apaixonada por gente
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Com o cenário da pandemia existe hoje diversas vagas de voluntariado que trazem o modelo on Line. Facilitando a gest?o de tempo para quem quer ser voluntário mas n?o consegue encaixar uma brecha na agenda. O planejamento e a constancia exercem um senso de disciplina e comprometimento que s?o super válidos dentro desse processo. A medida que o resultado do impacto vai acontecendo, a motiva??o aumenta, a sensa??o de está fazendo a diferen?a também e fica mais fácil se planejar.

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Tatiana Mihailov

English and Computer Science Teacher
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Review my objectives and make a list of actions that lead to them. After that select those that are the most resultative ones, so that not to loose time on working on such tasks that are very low resultative, and almost lead not to my objectives and goals achieving. Finally spread these "best actions" across my available time intervals. Try to stick to those time intervals that I have set. Experience is needed to notice how it works at this stage. Just try to do it. If certain task seem to be planned for a very short interval of time, either consider that it will take more days or weeks to fulfill them, or, if possible, plan a longer interval of time to work on them.

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3 Prioritize and delegate

You may have multiple responsibilities and demands on your time, both at work and at home. To avoid feeling overwhelmed or stressed, you need to prioritize and delegate. Identify the most important and urgent tasks that require your attention, and focus on them first. Delegate or outsource the less critical or time-consuming tasks to others, such as colleagues, family members, or service providers. Learn to say no to requests or invitations that are not aligned with your goals or values, or that would interfere with your volunteering commitments.

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Michael Scholl

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Sie k?nnen nicht alle Projekte auf ein Mal angehen. Setzen Sie sich eine Priorit?t und arbeiten Sie Ihre Projekte Stück für Stück ab. Wenn Sie alles auf ein Mal angehen, verlieren Sie den Fokus.

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4 Set boundaries and limits

Volunteering can be rewarding and fulfilling, but it can also be challenging and demanding. You need to set boundaries and limits to protect your well-being and prevent burnout. Establish clear expectations and boundaries with your supervisor or coordinator, such as how often and how long you will volunteer, what tasks and roles you will perform, and how you will communicate and receive feedback. Respect your own limits and needs, such as taking breaks, asking for help, or saying no when you feel overwhelmed or exhausted.

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Michael Scholl

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Legen Sie klar fest, welche T?tigkeit sie bearbeiten und wie viele Stunden Sie in der Woche darauf verwenden wollen. So steigt Ihre Zufriedenheit mit der NGO-Arbeit.

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5 Enjoy and reflect

Volunteering is not only a way to make a difference, but also a way to learn, grow, and have fun. You can enjoy and reflect on your volunteering experience by celebrating your achievements, appreciating your impact, and connecting with other volunteers and beneficiaries. You can also use your volunteering experience as an opportunity to reflect on your goals, values, and skills, and how they relate to your personal and professional development. You can keep a journal, blog, or portfolio to document your learning and insights.

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Michael Scholl

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Genie?en Sie Ihre Zeit in der NGO. Sie werden tolle Menschen kennen lernen und Ihren Horizont erweitern. Da hilft es auch mal abzuschalten und auf das Erreichte zu blicken.

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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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Kara Riley

Empowering the next generation through support and mentorship | Creating safer and more inclusive spaces | Mama to 2 smart, strong, and kind little girls
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If you want to volunteer but struggle with time management and/or a strict schedule, you could find an organization that has behind the scenes volunteer projects such as running the social media, working on a newsletter, or entering data. These projects can typically be done your schedule. They may not be direct service but they’re still important!

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Brenda Menine

Humanitarian Action | Direitos Humanos, Diversidade e Voluntariado - Mestra em comunica??o (UFRGS), especialista em comunica??o corporativa (ESPM) e rela??es-públicas (PUCRS)
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Se você deseja fazer a diferen?a por meio do voluntariado, mas luta com a gest?o do tempo, o voluntariado remoto pode ser a solu??o perfeita para você. O voluntariado remoto oferece a oportunidade de contribuir para causas importantes sem as restri??es de tempo e espa?o do voluntariado tradicional.

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Brenda Menine

Humanitarian Action | Direitos Humanos, Diversidade e Voluntariado - Mestra em comunica??o (UFRGS), especialista em comunica??o corporativa (ESPM) e rela??es-públicas (PUCRS)
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Vantagens do Voluntariado Remoto: Flexibilidade: Escolha os horários e dias que mais lhe convêm. Acessibilidade: Participe de qualquer lugar do mundo com acesso à internet. Variedade: Encontre oportunidades em diversas áreas de interesse. Conforto: Realize as tarefas no conforto de sua casa. Impacto: Fa?a a diferen?a em causas importantes, mesmo à distancia.

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samuel-victor adesina

Project Lead at INFOVERSITY FORBES BLK SAVVY FELLOW ASPIRE FELLOW CLINTON GLOBAL UNIVERSITY FELLOWSHIP RESEARCHER FARMER
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The solution is not time management but how to manage your self If you master self management especially through self leadership you mastered time already

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1 Define your goals

2 Plan ahead

3 Prioritize and delegate

4 Set boundaries and limits

5 Enjoy and reflect

6 Here’s what else to consider

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