Inspiring Yourself

Five Tips for Volunteers

Sathish Vaidyanathan

Have Trust in the Purpose

Unsullied belief in the purpose and a good understanding of the goals result in focus, creativity and efficiency

Practice Humility

Believe that your contribution is unique; feel proud of the service you do; but more importantly deflect your ego away and keep aiming for something better

The learning is yours, not the result

Put in the best of your efforts, observe and cherish the learnings you gain. Claim not to the outcome, for it’s not yours

Avoid Emotions

Be sensitive to the purpose, but don’t let emotions stomp the spirit of volunteerism

Power of Two

Re-energize your battery. Aim for 2 hours of volunteering every week

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