Health Equity Collective的动态

Pop quiz: how can you find your dream job / dream client? TLDR: positive vibe checks and no #twinning. I just went to a CreativeMornings at Wacom and was totally inspired by Britt Howard of Portland Garment Factory. She was spitting ideas like a soda, bubbling frothy and fun energy that was as effective as caffeine and sugar ?? . She mentioned how she really wanted to work with companies that were outside her echo chamber, as that's where the needle is going to move on issues close to her heart. And I loved that. Why? Because I think it's SO easy to stay with what's easy. What's comfortable. But true growth comes from being uncomfortable. Trying something new. Expanding your self-imposed boundaries. It's one of the reasons I adore working with multiple agencies* (intros below). Because I get exposed to different personalities, ways of working, industries, and skills. At 45, I'm am 100% still learning and it's why I'm not bored despite being a copywriter going on two decades now! Whether you're looking to work for a company or hire one, whether you're a solo or entrepreneur or working for a corporate behemoth, getting along is foundational. Do they pass this pop quiz: 1. passes your vibe check (comfort) 2. pushes your boundaries (discomfort)? But isn't that contrary? ?? How can you get both? Quick answer: don't hire a mirror. You don't want to work in or with an echo chamber. Take the job or hire the company based on how you can GROW. ?? So we're not twinning ?? , we're learning. Pick a person or place that who compliments you. Someone who lifts you up. Whose strengths allow you to launch yourself to the next level. They can and should be better at some things than you. Let others shine. ?? It only makes you brighter. ?? --- These are the three Portland agencies I work with the most frequently: Murmur Creative - focused in the food ?? realm, they are the perfect combination of talented and effective, producing comprehensive branding that impacts. SBD Agency - with a lock on home ?? and design, they're creative and kind, crafting gorgeous visuals supported by strong content (ahem - that's me!) all the while being super relationship focused. Upswept Creative - self described online marketing ?? nerds, these people keep it real with authentic talk, well planned strategies, and consistent concrete output. They ALL pass the vibe check ?? . I *really* enjoy working with EACH of these agencies.

We know that finding time to give back can be a challenge, especially for today’s busy volunteers. That’s why we provide tools that simplify the process of creating sign-up shifts and “done-in-a-day” volunteer opportunities! ?? Join us this Thursday for a webinar exploring these features that make it easier to make the most of a volunteer's time: https://hubs.li/Q02PWswD0

Want to really connect to your community? This article outlines "How to Host Community Events: A Guide for Organizing Food and Blood Drives." See pages 6 and 7. chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://lnkd.in/ecsXawXX

I was just talking with my colleague about challenge of scheduling meetings for volunteer organizations. Please weigh in and tell me whether you think it's better to have regular meetings that are always at the same time and the same day, no matter who can attend or if you should be flexible about availability. In either case, someone who may not be able to attend can now watch a recorded session but when do you cancel the meeting or move the time based on who will be available? How do you determine when the contributions of live meetings are lost because of low attendance?

REMINDER ?? Today is your last chance to register for our VM Cafe on tomorrow morning! Facilitated by Shane from About Time Coaching, the workshop will cover these topics: ?? Unlock Volunteer Opportunities: Gain clarity on existing volunteer roles within your organisation and harness their full potential. ??Write Engaging Volunteer Listings: Learn how to craft compelling volunteer listings that captivate interest and inspire action. ??Discover Promotional Strategies: Explore innovative methods for promoting volunteer opportunities and reaching your target audience effectively. ?? Streamline your Application Process: Discover practical tools and techniques for simplifying the volunteer application journey while ensuring thorough screening. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionise your volunteer recruitment approach and unlock the full potential of your organisation's volunteer program. Registrations are essential, register here: https://lnkd.in/fAfqism

Earlier this week, I had the great pleasure of working with a group of dedicated community leaders. Our topic of discussion was around volunteerism, focusing on what organizations can do to attract and retain volunteers. Here are some of the tips I shared. 1. Be organized and ready when people show up to volunteer. 2. Craft a positive experience for your volunteers. 3. Work on your internal issues. If there is disconnect or chaos around your board table, it will be felt by others. 4. Think outside the bubble. It’s easy to get caught up in our own circle of influence. 5. Tell people what you do and why. It’s highly likely that people aren’t even sure what your organization is all about. 6. Make it super easy for people to sign up to volunteer. And get back to them in a timely fashion. 7. Be respectful and appreciative of your volunteers and the time they contribute to your organization. What else would you add to the list? Please share below. *** If your community organizations are struggling to attract and retain volunteers, hosting an interacting workshop like this is highly valuable. I’m now booking in person and virtual workshops for late summer/early fall. Let’s have a conversation about options that could work for you.

Breaking news: tomorrow Friday May 10 at 1 PM PDT (4 PM EDT), we are having our inaugural "Corporate Giving Chat Fest". While we hope to do these in person in the future, the event tomorrow will be virtual. It's free and all we do for one hour is talk about anything and everything Corporate Giving, Sponsorships, Employee Volunteerism, Corporate Foundations etc etc. Join us. Here's the link. https://lnkd.in/gZ4kt3CQ Just two rules: 1. you share your name and organization and 2.) you participate by asking questions, sharing your experiences which means we can see your smiling face. See you tomorrow and for those on the east coast, I bet there's a cold beer or glass of wine that you'd like to bring to the meeting. :) It's almost 5 o'clock.

Tomorrow! I am thrilled to join the Alliance of Women in Workers' Compensation webinar discussing board engagement. One of the most frequently asked questions I receive from senior leaders is how they can learn about board work or to join a board. This will be a great conversation with Artemis Emslie and Dana Genheimer. #AllianceWC24 #insurance #boardservice #boardmember #careerplanning #career #professionaldevelopment #workerscomp #riskmanagement

Book now for our Growing Great Volunteer Teams Workshop! Facilitated by Megan Thorn from Exult. Friday 17th May, 9.30am - 1.30pm Pacific Surf Lifesaving Club 26 Marine Parade, Napier Free. Limited places available so book now! 06 391 5476 or [email protected] ? Do you wish you had more people helping out, more often? Do you attract a steady stream of volunteers but find they never stick around for long? ? This workshop gives you practical ideas for making your organisation a place where everyone wants to volunteer. ? Learn what drives people to volunteer and discover simple strategies for ensuring your volunteers get what they need to stay involved. In this workshop you will discover: ? ??????????If your organisation is ready for volunteers ??????????How to ensure your organisation offers a good fit for volunteers ??????????The difference between recognition and appreciation. ??????????What being part of a team really means to volunteers ??????????What makes a volunteer experience go from good to great?

Top questions we hope to answer- How do you get on a board? Does being on a non-profit board help? Where and when to start?