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How Not to Manage a Team of Volunteers

How Not to Manage a Team of Volunteers

[…] mistake, and perhaps the most common, is treating volunteers as unpaid employees who should simply be grateful to be involved. This mindset poisons everything. In the organisation I joined, there was an unspoken assumption that because we were volunteers, we should tolerate chaos, poor communication, and last-minute changes. When plans fell apart, it was brushed […]

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Women Inventors Who Changed The World

This article explores ten extraordinary inventions by women that changed the world, while also examining why inventing for women was historically difficult.

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The Rise of Portfolio Careers: Juggling Multiple Roles by Choice

A portfolio career means earning your income from multiple professional activities at the same time, rather than relying on a single full-time role.

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The Value of Personal Branding: Standing Out in Your Industry

Most people think “personal branding” is something for influencers, CEOs, or people who say “journey” unironically on LinkedIn. Wrong!

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Public Speaking Mindset: Overcoming Anxiety to Present with Confidence

A mindset toolkit to use when presenting to a board, pitching to clients, running a webinar, giving a wedding speech, or speaking up in a meeting.

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