A volunteer is falling short of expectations at your non-profit. How will you address their performance?
When a volunteer isn't meeting expectations, it's crucial to handle the situation with empathy and clear communication. Here are some strategies to consider:
How would you handle a volunteer underperforming at your non-profit?
A volunteer is falling short of expectations at your non-profit. How will you address their performance?
When a volunteer isn't meeting expectations, it's crucial to handle the situation with empathy and clear communication. Here are some strategies to consider:
How would you handle a volunteer underperforming at your non-profit?
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Check in with the volunteer to learn their interests and motives. It's possible that they aren't happy in their role, and simply moving them can help improve performance. If that isn't it, have an honest check-in about how important the work is and essential that it be completed. If the volunteer can't follow through, it may be time to end the relationship. Too many organizations hang on to volunteers at all costs even when they are detrimental to the mission or require more work and support than they offer.
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