AVIDly Adulting

Volunteering: Generosity Unplugged, with Mark Vega

AVID Season 1 Episode 5

Mark Vega, an AVID alum and Account Executive at SoftServe, discusses the importance of volunteering and giving back. He emphasizes starting small with service, such as helping with résumés or donating, and he highlights the benefits of volunteering, including networking, skill development, and health improvements. Mark shares his experiences with organizations like AVID, Dollars for Scholars as a board member, and Big Brothers Big Sisters as a mentor. He advises new professionals to find volunteer opportunities that align with their skills and interests, and he recommends leveraging corporate social responsibility initiatives for support. Mark underscores the transformative power of volunteering in fostering empathy, building relationships, and achieving personal fulfillment.

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