What's in a Word - Volunteer Manager

The impetus for writing this blog post came from the degree of interest I received in my most recent blog post, The A-Z of What Volunteers Want.  I thought that I would use a similar formula to write down some of the characteristics which a volunteer manager may exhibit.  There are many words to describe the many traits that a volunteer manager may have.  However to challenge myself, I have utilized a form of constrained writing to limit the choice of words that I use by writing my own list of characteristics of a volunteer manager in the form of an acrostic poem using the words Volunteer Manager.

Valued

Openness
Leadership
Uniqueness
Networking
Trust
Enthusiasm
Engagement
Resourcefulness

Maturity

Attitude (+ve)
Nice
Appreciation
Growth
Enterprising
Respect

Thank you for taking the time to read this post.

I am sure that you have your own list of volunteer manager traits.
Be bold, be brave, be Creative.   Here’s your chance to – write your list!!!

You can also find this post on the I-Volunteer website.

If you would like to create your own word image like the one above go to the Wordie website and create your own.  Have Fun!!!

The A- Z of What Volunteers Want.

I was reflecting on my own volunteering experiences and decided to write down some of the reasons I enjoy volunteering.  To challenge myself and to be more creative I decided to make an alphabetical list of single words which describe my own impetus for volunteering and why I continue to enjoy volunteering. 

Appreciation

Belonging
Caring
Dedication
Enjoyment
Friendship
Guidance
Honesty
Involvement
Journey
Kindness
Leadership
Meaning
Nurture
Openness
People
Quality
Respect
Structure
Trust
Unity
Valued
Wisdom
X (a term used to indicate a person whose true name is unknown – many volunteers want anonymity)
Youthfulness
Zing (energy and enthusiasm)

Perhaps you can come up with a list of your own.  Be bold, be brave, be Creative.  You know you have your own list just bursting to come out.   So here’s your chance – write your list!!!