Skilledup Lifers: Going The Extra Mile To Deliver Top-Notch Results
40,000+ volunteers (and still counting) at SkilledUp Life are dedicating 2-3 hours of their workdays over three months to volunteer with technology startups where they gain hands-on professional experience; while helping the startups to attain their business and growth goals. The commitment and dedication of SkilledUp Lifers have provided unlimited and cost-effective talent pool to technology startups who subscribe to SkilledUp Life’s service at a monthly fee of £30 (self-service with minimal support) or £250 (Full support with account management).
With the growth in the number of startups at SkilledUp Life, volunteers have to go the extra mile to put in the extra effort to make a positive impact on the startups and their careers as well. Most volunteers who are dedicated to upskilling themselves eventually gain new skills and experience, albeit it usually boils down to the willingness to put in the extra time and effort to ensure that contributions are impactful. In the pursuit of gaining new skills, volunteers are embracing new challenges and taking risks by stepping out of their comfort zones and being willing to learn and grow.
In a system the type SkilledUp Life has created, it is important to mention that positive energy, enthusiasm, and optimism pays. Enthusiastic volunteers are not only inspired but also inspire peers – this is very evident in the lead roles volunteers play across several startup teams built through SkilledUp Life. It is important to mention that harnessing the optimum value inherent through SkilledUp Life will require volunteers to go the extra mile in giving their best.
Ways How Skilledup Lifers Are Doing To Go The Extra Mile To Deliver Top-Notch Results
As some volunteers are doing just a minimum to get through their volunteer term, a lot more are going the extra mile to deliver top-notch results and to achieve their career goals. The following are some of the things SkilledUp Lifers like yourself can do to go the extra mile and make a difference;
Meeting Deadlines
As a volunteer, meeting up with the deadline of assigned tasks shows that you are reliable and dependable. Volunteering at SkilledUp Life requires teamwork hence, ensuring your deliverables are available on time impacts team outcomes.
Being organized
Keeping track of your tasks and schedules, and updating your daily reports at the team or company level ensures that you meet your responsibilities. This helps you become more productive and efficient and also conveys a positive opinion of your work ethic to your team lead and supervisors.
Taking Initiative.
Be a proactive volunteer by taking the initiative to find the tasks that need to be done and get started. At the onboarding to your volunteer term, ask questions and ensure you are updated and brought up to speed as to what you should do, and where you can make innovation. Communication also becomes key, as you must engage with fellow volunteers to understand what is being done and identify where and what you could innovate on. It is instructive to take on different tasks and responsibilities even those that are outside your comfort zone – as these will help you to grow and develop new skills.
Effective Team Communication
Volunteering at SkilledUp Life requires teamwork; effective team communication is key to teamwork and success. As a volunteer you should make sure that you are keeping your supervisors and team members informed of your progress and any challenges that you are facing. By doing this, you improve the quality of your work which boosts your morale and self-confidence and also increases team productivity
Building Relationships
As a volunteer through SkilledUp Life, you need to know your fellow volunteers and supervisors. By building relationships, connecting, and expanding your network with fellow volunteers you will effectively be building and harnessing a viable people-structure for your volunteer term and after the engagement.
As a volunteer you have to keep in mind that going extra mile in your volunteer role is not just about making an impact on the startup that you are volunteering for, but also about making a difference in your own life. Thereby achieving your career goals of upskilling, building a network, and gaining more experience that can positively impact your professional life.
Looking to start your volunteer journey? Great!
You would need to create your volunteer profile at – www.skilledup.life/sign.
Ensure your profile sections are duly completed.
Apply to an available opportunity.
