They are volunteers, too!
Look here for information and the latest techniques to develop your board or committee. The purpose is to help those who work or serve on nonprofit boards of directors or committees.

~ November 2007 ~ Topic

Since the beginning of the online version of Volunteer Today, Jeanne Bradner has been writing the page on volunteer boards and committees. She brought to the pages her years of experience as Director of the Illinois Governor's Office on Voluntary Action, Region V Director of Action, and Executive Director of the Illinois Commission on Community Service. In a clear manner she conveyed her passion for well trained leaders of voluntary programs and organizations.

Jeanne is moving on to other challenges. We will miss her and are trying to find a substitute with equal experience and wisdom to share with our readers.

1. Have objectivity in reaction to Board-Volunteer suggestions
   
2. Conduct day to day business
   
3. Have basic knowledge of the organization
   
4. Manage programs to achieve goals/objectives
   
5. Keep them informed
   
6. Use them well with insight
   
7. Be professional
   
8. Know when to ask for help
   
9. Handle the personnel management of paid staff volunteers
   
10. Pay attention to details
    
11. Use time wisely
    
12. Exhibit openness in individual/organizational relationships
    
13. Adequately prepare for meetings
    
14. Share leadership with volunteers
    
15. Provide accurate, complete, concise information