Monthly Archives: June 2017
Curb Your Stress- NOW!
Fun fact: Extension can be stressful. I know- you’re shocked! Dismayed perhaps. The reality is some of the stress is very real, and some is really self-driven. I guess what I’m trying to say is- folks, sometimes we just do … Continue reading
ISOTURE #7: Evaluation
Beggars can’t be choosers, right? So how can you possibly evaluate the free service donated by your volunteers? The fact is- you can, and you must. Volunteers need feedback. Annual evaluation of volunteers provides an opportunity for dialogue between the … Continue reading
ISOTURE #6: Recognition
Volunteers are people too. And people have a basic need for recognition. They need to be noticed for the work they are doing and feel that they have a connection to the individual and organization for whom the work benefits (hint: … Continue reading
Crisis Communication: What to Say When You Just Don’t Know What to Say
In our Spring District Faculty meeting “Crisis Communication” was one of the topics addressed. Sometimes, in 4-H, things happen. Whether you call these things hurdles, bumps, challenges or crises, it matters not; what does matter is that you are aware … Continue reading
ISOTURE #5: Utilization
At this point you have: Identified your needs and targeted volunteers Selected and screened potential volunteers Oriented volunteers to 4-H, your office, your role as the agent, and their role as the volunteer Trained volunteers to complete their roles Now … Continue reading
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4-H 2025
***Special Blog Post*** If you haven’t yet seen it, make some time to check out the USDA/NIFA’s National 4-H Strategic Plan at: 4-H Youth Development: A 2025 Vision
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ISOTURE #4: Training
We’ve identified, we’ve selected and screened, we’ve oriented, this week it’s on to TRAINING. So how do you train a 4-H volunteer? The (maybe frustrating) answer is…it depends. (I know… some days knowledge work makes my brain hurt too). Before … Continue reading
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Florida 4-H: Northeast District 