volunteer talk
Below are a selection of comments from some of our volunteers throughout the UK:
"I was really pleased with the event -I wouldn't change the format, delivery or content. The students really started thinking about their finances and how decisions they make will impact their lives"
"Thank you so much for your support and for leading our event yesterday and today. All my 'team' thoroughly enjoyed the event and felt that they had both contributed and learnt. The event was well planned, well organised, and expertly chaired. I very much hope we can repeat another time"
"Develops teamwork with colleagues. Pushing myself outside comfort zone. This is a worthwhile activity and more should get involved"
"I have always been nervous making presentations to large group, but after facing a Year 9 class all day I feel better equipped for this"
"Made me think about how I interact at work - communication. Very valuable experience. Benefits both parties"
"A lot was put into the day, making it quite time pressured. However, this made the day more fun and allowed the class to learn about good time management"
"A good fun day away from the ordinary"
"Develops teamwork, controlling staff, planning, organisation etc. Strengthened senior management team and own personal development"
"Helps me evaluate my approach to work, develop my personal presentation skills and motivate others"
"Using broader skills in relating to a variety of people. A good feeling of working as a team in a very different environment"
"Helpful to develop key skills. A great experience for all involved"
"Helps me deal with staff with different skills"
"Develops presentation skills. I will encourage more people to be involved"
"Improves my personal development by learning how to lead a team without being in charge of it directly"
"Good practice at managing high pressure situations"
"Developed confidence, presenting and improved my consideration of other points of view"
"Had a great time, was great fun"
"Increased confidence speaking with more diverse groups"
"A different kind of challenge in presentation and leadership skills"
"Pushes my comfort zones, increases facilitation skills & confidence"
"Always good to see people learn"
"It's good to show young adults the opportunities open to them"
To register your interest in volunteering please email volunteering@businessdynamics.org.uk
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