One of the best things you can do for your career change is volunteer. I speak with career transition coach Bonnie Diamond, a senior executive coach at Right Management, about the professional and personal benefits of volunteering when switching industries or professions.
Get motivated to volunteer today!
Find Bonnie Diamond at:
Website: www.bonniebdiamond.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bonniebdiamond
Find volunteer opportunities at:
Idealist: www.idealist.org
Volunteers of America: www.voa.org
Catchafire: www.catchafire.org
Pro Bono Planner Match: https://probonoplannermatch.org
VolunteerMatch: www.volunteermatch.org
Volunteer.gov: www.volunteer.gov
United Way: www.unitedway.org/get-involved/volunteer
Learn more about the benefits of volunteering:
Indeed: What Are the Benefits of Volunteering? 10 Reasons to Volunteer
Flexjobs: 9 Ways Volunteering Can be a Step Toward Changing Careers
Jobscan: Where and Why to Include Volunteer Work on a Resume
Fast Company: You’re Probably Not Doing This One Activity that Can Help Your Career
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