22: Benefits of volunteering: Transferable skills for a career change

One of the best things you can do for your career change is volunteer. I speak with career transition coach Bonnie Diamond, a senior executive coach at Right Management, about the professional and personal benefits of volunteering when switching industries or professions. 

Get motivated to volunteer today!


Find Bonnie Diamond at:

Website: www.bonniebdiamond.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bonniebdiamond

Find volunteer opportunities at:

Idealist: www.idealist.org

Volunteers of America: www.voa.org

Catchafire: www.catchafire.org

Pro Bono Planner Match: https://probonoplannermatch.org

VolunteerMatch: www.volunteermatch.org

Volunteer.gov: www.volunteer.gov

United Way: www.unitedway.org/get-involved/volunteer

Learn more about the benefits of volunteering:

Indeed: What Are the Benefits of Volunteering? 10 Reasons to Volunteer

Flexjobs: 9 Ways Volunteering Can be a Step Toward Changing Careers

Jobscan: Where and Why to Include Volunteer Work on a Resume

Fast Company: You’re Probably Not Doing This One Activity that Can Help Your Career

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