Secondly, Extension staff seeking volunteers should address volunteers' perceptions of time commitments, and likely benefits from volunteering. Perceptions are subject to change. It's critical to understand that time availability is partly a matter of perception, not just actual hours available. While over half of the volunteers reported no problems with volunteering, some mentioned that too much time is required. Seeking input from Extension volunteers on time commitments, activities, and needed changes can foster communication between Extension agents and volunteers and reduce potential problems.
Extension benefits immensely from volunteers' work.
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