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VOLUNTEERING

  

CHARITABLE CAUSES BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY

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One of the most effective and satisfying methods of developing your personal network of contacts is by volunteering your time for charitable causes. 
  

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It is a well-known fact that most businesses regularly become involved in activities and events that are of benefit to various community groups. 
  

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This is an important element of any corporate public relations program and it is somewhat expected of businesses by local residents.
  

MAKING A POSITIVE PERSONAL IMPRESSION

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As a secondary school student, you will find that there are numerous opportunities throughout the year for you to become involved in these community events. 
  

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By doing so, you will find that you often come in contact with a number of very influential leaders of both the private and public sectors.  
  

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These people will recognize your efforts to make the community better and will definitely form a positive impression of you as an individual. 
  

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You will also be introducing yourself to these leaders in a very positive "feel-good" atmosphere to begin with, which makes your first impression even more memorable.
  

NO FAVOUR IS EVER WASTED

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If there are one or more career fields that you are considering, simply make a few phone calls to the receptionists of some of your target businesses to find out when the company will be holding or sponsoring charitable events during the year. 
  

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Then contact the organizations that the business will be sponsoring and volunteer your time. 
 

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You will find out that most groups will welcome your offer to help out and will go to great lengths to show their appreciation.
 

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When you write letters to the head of the business, make sure you mention your involvement with the charitable organizations that they support.
  

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Remember that there is no such thing as a wasted favour. Donate your time in the right places, for good causes, for sincere reasons and you will be pleasantly surprised at the return on your investment of time.

 
 
  

Your Career Planner Is A Free Public Education Service Provided by
Robert Kirwan, B.A. (Math), M.A. (Education)
Independent Education & Career Planning Coach
Member of the Ontario College of Teachers
His office is located at 4456 Noel Crescent, Val Therese, Ontario P3P 1S8
Phone: (705) 969-7215