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Will volunteering help get into work?
TheNightmare
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I started some volunteering in a charity shop and just wanted to make sure it is helpful to get into a paid job. It's just a matter of weather they need anyone, I've only done 1 day this week and might not be garanteed to be anymore day, will it still help?
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How have you been finding work there?. Hope your doing okay this week .
Sending hugs,
Amy22
Hi @Amy22 I hope you're all good, I have been finding the work I've only been there 1 day up to now but found it OK. Thanks a lot for all that information and good luck for you getting into work too.
In answer to your question I know that personally I’ve developed A lot of skills that have helped me to get into a job and I know that even some staff here at the mix started off volunteering and now work for the mix So it can definitely open a lot of doors and opportunities. I’ve also found out a lot of jobs in retail especially want some sort of experience so volunteering in a charity shop will give you this relevant experience and hopefully help develop your confidence
Keep being amazing
Thanks a lot for this Shannon you're so kind
@ebyrne556 thanks so much for the kind words and everything. I know that a lot of staff here started of volunteering which is great, it's probably amazing working for The Mix. Thanks a lot for your answer too. Appreciate it all as always.