Chapter 25Taking Charge of Your Professional Development
Katherine H. Campbell, CVA
Executive Director of the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “professional development”? The comments I've heard from colleagues over the years range from the reluctant to the reticent to the PD junkie!
- “I do it because my organization requires it.”
- “It's not a priority, given everything else I have to do.”
- “I'll do it as long as my employer pays for it.”
- “I know it is important for my staff, but we have no money in the budget for it.”
- “I am not sure this will ever be my profession, so is it really worth the money and time to learn more?”
- “Bring it on! I wish I could read and take classes all the ...
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