Why you need an employee app, even as a small business

November 4, 2022

There are a couple of good reasons for actually looking into digital solutions for managing your staff at a small business. No – it’s not “because everyone is doing it”.

Should you make your staff download an employee app to personal phones?

November 2, 2022

Productivity apps make your team more productive only when people are happy to use them. They should be convinced that there is no need for any concerns about privacy, tracking or data protection.

Why you should improve your communication with your frontline employees

November 1, 2022

Frontline workers keep the world running for any service business. Providing these employees with excellent communication tools should be on the top of the list of any employer.

Four free tools for your team to self-schedule

October 28, 2022

These four free tools let you easily present open shifts to your workforce, and track their signups for the shifts they’d like to work. 

The benefits of self-scheduling: requesting employee availability no longer works

October 26, 2022

Schedules are very personal, so letting your employees actually choose their own shifts is only good for your business.

4 best gamification software solutions for gamifying absolutely anything

October 17, 2022

What if you need to gamify something that isn’t a call centre or a sales team? Here are four apps that let you gamify.. Well, anything at all.

Team gamification is here to stay: increase the productivity of your workforce

October 7, 2022

Almost all jobs can be gamified. If you’re able to break the work down to obvious pieces that can be completed in less than a day, you can already quantify and count the achievements of your team.

5 free and simple apps for managing deskless workforce

September 30, 2022

Here are five great SaaS apps for deskless workforce management that have a free version and a full self-service.

How to choose and introduce new software to your deskless employees

September 29, 2022

Reaching your deskless workforce can be tricky as they’re always on the go. Getting a good team management app in their hands makes life easier for both managers and employees.

How to onboard temporary workers to your team

September 27, 2022

The gig economy has made the temp work model popular for employers and employees to work together – with the […]

How to communicate effectively with your contingent workforce

September 24, 2022

If you’re managing an organisation with more than a dozen people in the workforce, you’re probably aware how easily communication […]

How to lead a successful volunteer program

August 1, 2022

So you’ve started a new gig as leader of volunteers. Maybe you’re simply looking to engage your close network in […]

Time-tracking at work: Pros, Cons and How to Make It Work

June 2, 2021

Getting things done is way better than clocking-in every day of the week. Time tracking is also not the best metric for measuring performance since it overlooks other KPIs such as customer satisfaction, solution effectiveness, and market impact.

How to manage hourly employees in 2022

May 11, 2021

Managing hourly employees does not have to be much more difficult than managing full-time teams. The world is seeing a […]

A community approach to on-demand work

April 5, 2021

For the past decade, the Olde Hansa restaurant in Tallinn, Estonia has been successfully scaling their professional staff 3x during […]

Best Facebook Groups Alternatives for Work Teams

April 3, 2021

Creating a Facebook group might seem like a good idea for teamwork management, but the platform itself can be a source of too many distractions for work. From notifications to ads, Facebook constantly sends messages to your team during the same time they are supposed to get things done.

How to start a staffing agency online

February 17, 2021

Starting your own staffing agency is a great choice for an entrepreneur, and although you could have a Human Resources […]

Mobile Workforce Management Software – the secret to SMB success.

February 8, 2021

Workforce management software is an app that matches employees with tasks – a process that managers can supervise in-person or […]

Gig economy and SMBs: would your employees ditch the 9-to-5?

January 29, 2021

Not sure about your company entering the gig economy? What does the term even mean? Think about your former college […]

17 on-demand staffing apps for deskless teams and contingent workforce

January 21, 2021

On-demand staffing means that companies engage their workers only when they need them where they need them.  This kind of […]

Contingent staffing – the ultimate guide and how to get started

January 14, 2021

One of the trendiest terms since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, contingent staffing is the process of hiring temporary […]

What is community-led growth?

January 5, 2021

Community-led growth is a go-to-market strategy that relies on a supportive community as a driving force for customer acquisition, expansion […]

COVID-Help powered by Zelos selected as Best Estonian digital solution for international award in Government and Citizen Engagement

November 6, 2020

Smart content combined with optimized utilization of state-of-the-art technology offers immense opportunities to close global and local divides and the […]

50 jobs your volunteers can do

May 14, 2020

One of the biggest challenges for volunteer coordinators is to find and document the jobs to assign to volunteers. With […]

Making the Band: Key Festival Volunteers

February 27, 2020

As winter comes to an end, organizers start prepping events for the long days of summer. These preparations include finding, […]

The Ultimate List of Top Volunteer Management Apps

February 19, 2020

Are you working with a team of volunteers? If so, these apps will certainly simplify your life as a group […]

How to Make a Great Volunteer Survey

February 11, 2020

Every year, thousands of organizations send out volunteer surveys. However, many of them are of little use for coordinators and […]

How to Use Volunteer Gamification 

February 4, 2020

One of the biggest challenges volunteer coordinators often face is keeping their supporters and volunteers engaged. Missed deadlines, lack of […]

What makes a great volunteer coordinator

January 27, 2020

Beyond supervising a group of volunteers completing a list of tasks, a great volunteer coordinator helps each member to be […]

Don’t Fear Volunteer Turnover: Here’s How to Prepare for Smooth Transitions

December 10, 2019

Plan ahead for volunteer turnover, have a plan and process in place and you’ll know just what to do if your best volunteers move on.

How to coordinate a political campaign – Ten Tips from the Experts

December 3, 2019

Volunteers are integral to campaign success, but often aren’t used strategically. Follow these campaign coordination tips to run your’s like a pro.

5 Great Ways to Say Thanks on International Volunteer Day

November 26, 2019

You don’t need to wait for International Volunteer Day to thank your organization’s hard-working volunteers. But you should definitely join the celebration.

Attracting music festival volunteers to work hard and play hard

November 19, 2019

Having volunteers at your music festival is a great way to engage passionate people in work that needs to be […]

The Nonprofit’s Guide to Recruiting Volunteers on Social Media

October 29, 2019

Here’s a five-step guide to growing your audience, connecting your followers and recruiting volunteers with social media.

Want to Give Your Time? Check These 20 Websites for Volunteer Opportunities

October 22, 2019

These resources compile volunteer opportunities to connect local causes and organizations with well-intentioned volunteers seeking ways to give their time.

Volunteering in political campaigns: from canvassing to social media

October 21, 2019

Volunteering for political campaigns is easier than ever thanks to technology, flexibility, and social networks.

Committee Co-Chairs: How Collaborative Leadership Boosts an Organization

October 15, 2019

Nonprofits rely on committees to get things done. Here’s how co-chairs can benefit and support those goals.

Defining Roles for Volunteers: 7 Tips for Writing Precise Task Descriptions

October 8, 2019

Volunteer managers can save a lot of time upfront by creating precise, detailed task descriptions for the work they want volunteers to perform.

The challenges of asking for a favor

October 2, 2019

Although requesting a favor is a challenge, it is my opinion that we should be more open to asking for help.

Volunteering Isn’t Unpaid Work

October 1, 2019

Volunteer work offers personal exploration and development in a nurturing environment that unpaid work often doesn’t provide. Here’s how.

Volunteer Rewards Program: Say ‘Thank You’ With Points and Perks

September 24, 2019

Show your volunteers that you appreciate their time and energy. Volunteer rewards programs use recognition, rewards, perks, and points to say ‘thank you.’

Nonprofit mentorship program: volunteers thrive through collaboration

September 17, 2019

Nonprofits and other volunteer organizations can benefit from creating a mentorship program that inspires leadership, learning and hard work.

Engaging Volunteers: Strategies and Social Media Tips for Finding Help

September 10, 2019

The best ways for engaging volunteers is to be specific about your needs and make sure you’re connecting your mission with their interests.

How to work with volunteers

August 28, 2019

If you want to organize a volunteer activity, read the article to learn how to recruit great people to do great things together.

Volunteering in the Gig Economy: Changing the World From Your Kitchen Table

August 27, 2019

With just an internet connection and a laptop, people can offer their skills digitally to organizations around the world. Here’s how you can do it too!

Volunteer management with spreadsheets in Excel: are you sure?

August 20, 2019

Volunteer coordinators lose precious time when they try to delegate work and collaborate via Excel sheets. A team management tool is a better option.

Team Management Apps for all kinds of teams

August 12, 2019

Choosing the right app for your team may seem like a daunting task, so we have made a handy list which you can use to find your team’s perfect fit.

The differences between volunteering and working for free

July 18, 2019

Is volunteering the same as working for free? It is important to understand the difference between what volunteering is and what it is not.

The Ultimate Guide to Volunteering – 2022 edition

June 17, 2019

Do you want to make the world a better place? Learn how you can volunteer in your community and abroad.