Top 5 Things You Need To Know About Working With A Not For Profit
First thing first it is exciting to the summit to give you a gross idea. I devoted my time and energy working for a not for profit in the year 2015. You are in for a pleasant surprise the very moment you decide to work for a not for profit organization. One very crystal clear reason is that the non profit sector offers new experiences and a job to feel passionate about. More so contrary to the perception held in the minds of the people with respect to the remuneration offered for your time at a not for profit it is actually at a very respectable level. Yes, the not for profit's offer many favourable employee retention schemes. I have a first hand view of this having had experienced it all while my short stay as a part time employee at a NFP. The shear excitement of working along with a broad team of some young and passionate Indians determined to bring about a change in the society whichever way possible.
Here are five top facts about working at a Not For Profit
1. What these organisations lack in funds, they make up for it in character
If you do not get a pay check comparable with the one you would have got while working for a for profit organization you are sure to get benefits in the form of work life balance, more independence at work, incentives at work and relaxation in the time you devote for the cause. One more thing there is no bio metric in place to record your entry and departure times at work during the day. So you are even more happy whilst working for the organization. You are always kept aligned with the Vision and Mission statement of the organization core cause you are working with.
2. Perks make up for the lower paycheck
There are many perks associated with working at a Not For Profit. These make up for the low remuneration you think you are getting at work at the organization. Agreed that you won't be getting the riches neither the stock options nor some hefty year-end bonuses, but these nonprofits compensate all of this by offering flexible work timings, more vacation days, a relaxed dress code and other non-monetary benefits.
3. Less backstabbing, more personal attention
Since everyone is working more for one single cause and less for themselves the prospects of a situation arising wherein you might get back stabbed at work is very dim. Each and everyone devoting their time is high on spirits due to personal attention offered at work. There is also an atmosphere filled with positive intent where everyone is high on energy and smiling while working. Each new day you go to work you are sure to have a happy day and in return learn new things. As the more skill sets each person has the more productivity they are able to offer.
4. Nonprofit agencies need new blood
The requirement of a not for profit organization is that of young budding with energy fresh blood. These youngsters are filled with new ideas to help take the organization up ahead. New blood means young and fresh volunteers having a common understanding and energy levels combing into larger energies. They offer fresh ideas to bring into play at work and do not shy away from working that extra hour. The simple reason is that money is not the motivating factor in this regard. Also the whole experience of working at a not for profit is a life changing experience one to carry along for the rest of your life.
5. Nonprofit experience is a resume strengthener and network builder
Having the experience of working at a not for profit in your resume adds that extra points of benefit to your job application in the future. This is all because of the fact that you are willing to go out of the way to do that extra bit of work. It adds that extra credibility and points of taking ownership of a situation or work at hand. This work also helps you in establishing new corporate and friendship relationships. All in all the ownership you are offered at work is served the best while working at a not for profit organization. Finally all of this is strength by the importance of corporate social responsibility in the present age.
Here are five top facts about working at a Not For Profit
1. What these organisations lack in funds, they make up for it in character
If you do not get a pay check comparable with the one you would have got while working for a for profit organization you are sure to get benefits in the form of work life balance, more independence at work, incentives at work and relaxation in the time you devote for the cause. One more thing there is no bio metric in place to record your entry and departure times at work during the day. So you are even more happy whilst working for the organization. You are always kept aligned with the Vision and Mission statement of the organization core cause you are working with.
2. Perks make up for the lower paycheck
There are many perks associated with working at a Not For Profit. These make up for the low remuneration you think you are getting at work at the organization. Agreed that you won't be getting the riches neither the stock options nor some hefty year-end bonuses, but these nonprofits compensate all of this by offering flexible work timings, more vacation days, a relaxed dress code and other non-monetary benefits.
3. Less backstabbing, more personal attention
Since everyone is working more for one single cause and less for themselves the prospects of a situation arising wherein you might get back stabbed at work is very dim. Each and everyone devoting their time is high on spirits due to personal attention offered at work. There is also an atmosphere filled with positive intent where everyone is high on energy and smiling while working. Each new day you go to work you are sure to have a happy day and in return learn new things. As the more skill sets each person has the more productivity they are able to offer.
4. Nonprofit agencies need new blood
The requirement of a not for profit organization is that of young budding with energy fresh blood. These youngsters are filled with new ideas to help take the organization up ahead. New blood means young and fresh volunteers having a common understanding and energy levels combing into larger energies. They offer fresh ideas to bring into play at work and do not shy away from working that extra hour. The simple reason is that money is not the motivating factor in this regard. Also the whole experience of working at a not for profit is a life changing experience one to carry along for the rest of your life.
5. Nonprofit experience is a resume strengthener and network builder
Having the experience of working at a not for profit in your resume adds that extra points of benefit to your job application in the future. This is all because of the fact that you are willing to go out of the way to do that extra bit of work. It adds that extra credibility and points of taking ownership of a situation or work at hand. This work also helps you in establishing new corporate and friendship relationships. All in all the ownership you are offered at work is served the best while working at a not for profit organization. Finally all of this is strength by the importance of corporate social responsibility in the present age.
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