ZidduZiddu
  • News
  • Technology
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Science / Health
Facebook Twitter Instagram
  • Contact Us
  • Write For Us
  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
Facebook Twitter Instagram
ZidduZiddu
Subscribe
  • News
  • Technology
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Science / Health
ZidduZiddu
Ziddu » News » Business » How to Convince Your Boss to Pay You for Your Volunteer Work
Business

How to Convince Your Boss to Pay You for Your Volunteer Work

John NorwoodBy John NorwoodJune 29, 20223 Mins Read
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
How to Convince Your Boss to Pay You for Your Volunteer Work
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

Many employees are looking for new ways to create social impact in their jobs. Modern employees are also concerned about finding a healthy work-life balance.

However, some employers are still slow on adopting paid volunteer time off (VTO). If you’re looking to negotiate for paid VTO during work hours, prepare to face a few objections. Sales training expert Calum Coburn urges employees to “overcome your boss’ objections to paid VTO by learning from the sales pros.” Here are some ways to sell your boss on the idea that investing in paid VTO can benefit them and their company:

Promotes Taking Part

Your boss may already be receptive to giving employees time off to volunteer. If so, remind your boss that being paid for the time would allow more people to join in.

Improves Image

Bosses tend to be concerned about maintaining or improving their company’s image. When negotiating paid VTO, sell your boss on the brand image benefits of volunteer work. When a company visibly helps the local area, the company projects a positive image.

Instills Company Values

Suggest holding a training session on volunteer placements. This event can encourage staff to play their part. Your boss and the employees can negotiate where volunteer efforts should be placed to align with company values.

Attracts and Retains Employees

Today’s workforce views volunteer programs as providing more meaning in their jobs. According to a PwC survey, 59% of millennial workers prefer companies with strong corporate citizenship programs and training.

Companies that engage in volunteer work come across as having:

  • Transparent leadership.
  • Honest management.
  • Socially responsible products.

Creates Social Impact

As a corporate citizen, the company is an extension of the community. The company can promote staff volunteer work to remove and prevent social problems locally. When the company’s staff engage in volunteer work, the local area can benefit.

Bolsters Employee Relations

Volunteer work can increase rapport between employees, as well as with management. Volunteer work offers employees a break from regular work schedules. The break can strengthen bonds among colleagues.

Negotiate volunteer work as a team-building exercise with your boss. Suggest that funds used for team-building days could also be used towards VTO pay.

Develops Employee Skill Sets

Volunteer work is a great way for managers to mentor new employees. Younger workers can develop their skills and train in new ones. This allows bosses to see which areas younger workers succeed in as volunteers.

Provides Taxation Benefits

Executives can find it difficult to justify charitable costs in terms of bottom-line benefits. Taxation can weigh heavy on the company’s profits. However, staff volunteer efforts may lighten the tax burden. Companies making charitable efforts enjoy some tax deductions.

Presents Chances for Viral Marketing

Social media coverage is an important part of most corporate marketing. When negotiating paid VTO, emphasize how employees are more likely to share content on the company’s volunteer efforts than on the latest product launch.

Does your team need a chance to give back to the needy in society? Would volunteering increase your social impact? If so, go ahead and talk to your boss about volunteering. Show your boss why employee volunteering would benefit the company as well as the community.

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
Previous ArticleDeepSwap Review: The Best Online Face Swap Videos Tool
Next Article Classic Game with Great Excitement
John Norwood

    John Norwood is best known as a technology journalist, currently at Ziddu where he focuses on tech startups, companies, and products.

    Related Posts

    Why Selling Foods D2C is Cheaper and More Efficient

    November 29, 2023

    The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your House Fast in Temple Hills and Fort Washington

    November 29, 2023

    Pros Cons of Using a Mortgage Broker

    November 27, 2023

    Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest news from Ziddu directly to your inbox.

    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    Follow on Google News
    Eco-Friendly Advancements in Unusual Areas
    November 30, 2023
    Raid Recovery In Case of Data Loss From Enterprise Storage
    November 30, 2023
    Why Selling Foods D2C is Cheaper and More Efficient
    November 29, 2023
    Kaubad.ee: Pioneering Promotional Products and Corporate Gifts Since 2015
    November 29, 2023
    Increase Sales: These Simple Tips Have An Immediate Effect
    November 29, 2023
    A Guide to Eyewear: Finding the Perfect Pair for Style and Vision
    November 29, 2023
    The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your House Fast in Temple Hills and Fort Washington
    November 29, 2023
    Precision Dosing in Industrial Applications: Exploring Gravimetric and Volumetric Dosing Systems
    November 28, 2023
    Ziddu
    Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Vimeo YouTube
    • Contact Us
    • Write For Us
    • About Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Service
    Ziddu © 2023

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.