How do I get the courage/confidence to ask about volunteering opportunities?

[dina]

there is this convention i'm going to and i really want to volunteer for their organizations sometime but i'm too scared to ask any of the faculty because i feel so immature and so stupid and lame asking them. how do i overcome this

[largehat294]

Sweetie it doesn't matter if you are immature,stupid and lame you can still be useful. They will grab you with open arms.
Just do it.

[Angela]

It sounds like this cause is really important to you, but the process of asking to volunteer can be intimidating if this is your first time. Please know that many conventions rely on volunteers like you, and there is something for everyone to do! The people who organize this convention will be so happy and relieved to have another volunteer to help out.

One of the ways you can offer your assistance is first think of some of the reasons you want to help out. Do you think the organization is doing some important work? Are you curious about what they are doing? Or maybe you just have some free time and want to give back?

Next, think about some skills that you have that may come in handy. Are you good on the computer? Maybe you could help promote the convention on twitter, facebook, pinterest or other forms of social media. Maybe you could use make posters where different sessions will take place.
Are you a friendly person? Maybe you would be a good greeter. Or, maybe you are very organized and you could help create packets for attendees.

Lastly, think about the method in which you are going to offer your services. Do you feel comfortable talking to someone in person (if that's possible), that's great. Another possibility is making a phone call or sending an email to the organization hosting the convention. A nice way to word it is to say something like, "Hi, my name is __, and I am very interested in your organization because ____. I would love to volunteer to help make this convention a success. I have some skills in ___. Let's talk more about how we can work together. My contact information is (phone number and email)."



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