How I did it: I attended a meeting at work (movie studio) to get information about a new volunteer program which included a variety of activities with kids from elementary to high school.  A great opportunity presented itself: Mentor a high school student from Oct.2009-June2010 with mandatory meetings every two weeks and our choice of one-on-one outings on off weeks.  I instantly decided that "This is perfect for me."  That's why I chose to say it took me 1 day to do this.  I had been wanting to get into volunteering (especially by helping kids), but I really never put myself into that situation.  So it was 1 day, the day, that I stopped thinking and started doing.  I chose the one activity that requires the most commitment and I am so glad I did just that.  I've met so many co-workers which I would have never met since this is such a huge place with tons of people.  I've met some incredible kids with different stories and talents.  I've also began enjoying the new opportunities that have come from being part of a handful of employees that took the challenge to mentor a teen.

Lessons & tips: If you want to volunteer, just do it.

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Oct 28, 2009, 03:32PM PDT | 4 comments | 5 cheers