Help is always a phone call or now an e-mail away. SLA is an outlet for my creativity and an opportunity to bring people together to get the right things done for our profession. I have learned a lot from the many volunteer leaders I have worked with, including a lot of skills I use in my office such as strategic planning. I just hope that I am as good at encouraging others to get involved as Cathy was at encouraging me because volunteering gives you so much in return. And, the most likely volunteer is a working woman.
Time is the most valued issue followed closely by relationships.
By definition, volunteers give of their time and services because they believe that this action will benefit others and be satisfying to themselves. The older concept of volunteerism is a willingness to contribute without pay. These are key trends to keep in mind when recruiting for a leadership position. Opportunity As noted, the most likely volunteer is a working woman. Almost three-quarters of SLA's membership are working women.