The real development I've seen of people in organizations…
“The real development I've seen of people in organizations, especially in big ones, comes from their being volunteers in a nonprofit organization - where you have responsibility, you see results, and you quickly learn what your values are. There is no better way to understand your strengths and discover where you belong than to volunteer in a nonprofit. That is probably the great opportunity for the social sector - and especially in its relationship to business.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Volunteering in nonprofits provides real responsibility, visible results, and rapid self‑discovery of values and strengths.
In simple terms: Volunteering reveals strengths and values.
Key Takeaway
Volunteer to discover your strengths.
Themes
personal growth
leadership
social impact
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- career development
- team building
- community service
- skill acquisition
Key Concepts
self‑awareness
responsibility
values alignment
Questions to Reflect On
- What values have you uncovered through volunteering?
- How can businesses support employee volunteering?
A Different Perspective
Volunteer work may be limited by time constraints and organizational bureaucracy.