Friday, March 30, 2018

5 Qualities of a Great Volunteer


Matt Kafker is an active university student interested in physics, math, computer science, and literature. Dedicated to promoting the welfare of others, Matt Kafker has volunteered with organizations including the Pine Street Inn homeless shelter, Open Door Food Pantry, and Greater Boston Food Bank

Being an effective volunteer requires a specific set of skills. The following are five strengths that a volunteer should have:

1. Awareness. A helpful volunteer identifies people’s needs and finds ways to meet them by using the knowledge they have gained from their life experience and training.

2. Reliability. Volunteering requires a commitment to completing volunteer activities on a regular schedule.

3. Compassion. Volunteers are empathic to the situations that impact those that they serve.

4. Self-confidence. Being able to receive constructive criticism helps a volunteer learn how to provide better service while developing his or her skills. 

5. Enthusiasm. Having a positive attitude and passion for the work being done is vital to making a successful contribution.

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