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We invited the best-selling authors in the volunteer field to share what's on their minds right now --whatever "hot button" issue they felt deserved attention (whether good or bad). And they responded with ten essays on widely diverse subjects, yet together presenting a snapshot of volunteerism today. See the table of contents below to see who contributed and let their provocative and fun essay titles set the tone.

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From: Not 'Just' a VPM by Andy Fryar

Those of us in the volunteer management sector have become really good at chastising those volunteers who periodically spurt out that age-old rhetorical saying: “…but I am just a volunteer!” We incessantly preach to those who transgress this sacred boundary about the value that they hold to our organisation and about how they achieve such good work. We vehemently encourage them to consider all of the benefits they receive from participating as a volunteer. We are quick to espouse their value to our organisation’s hierarchy, we diligently ensure that recognition systems and training opportunities are first rate, and we are always on the lookout for any signs of dissatisfaction amongst our ranks—ensuring that the satisfaction of our charges remains our highest priority.

Yet how often do we practice what we preach?

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