The Halo Effect: How Volunteering to Help Others Can Lead to a Better Career and a More Fulfilling Life

by John Reynolds, Gene Stone

A "business book with a heart," The Halo Effect illustrates how inspiration in careers and in lives can be renewed by service to others. Volunteer work can help you learn new skills, meet new people, and develop a whole new perspective on your goals. A complete resource that outlines everything you need to know about volunteer work, The Halo Effect includes an appendix that lists and describes the best volunteer organizations that need your help today.

224 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1998

Reviews

[Jolene]

This is a nice book to spend a few hours on. It is written by telling a variety of stories and experiences of how individuals have volunteered their time and uncovered their passions. The author believes that when you volunteer you are at your best, you have a passion for what you are doing, you are being gracious and pleasant to be around. As a result people gravitate to you, many times influential people recognize your leadership and unexpected opportunities arise.
I can really relate to this as I prepare to retire from corporate America. I am an active volunteer at my church and with IBM. I am hoping to put my volunteering and leadership skills to develop a small consulting and leadership