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Scenario

When Accountability Standards Clash With Volunteer Reality

My staff thinks I am too soft because I will not write up volunteers who show up inconsistently but these volunteers are retired people trying to help.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Management principles designed for employees break down in the face of goodwill.

Your guide for this
Aurelius
Aurelius works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Social Services — Nonprofit Leadership & Management?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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