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Risks to avoid

Lack of Role Clarity and Misaligned Expectations: Volunteers might be unclear about their specific roles in the Calgary UX community, leading to confusion, miscommunication, and unmet goals within projects or events.

Decreased Motivation and Engagement in Local Initiatives: Without proper onboarding, volunteers may feel disconnected from the broader goals of the Calgary UX community, leading to reduced participation and enthusiasm in local events, meetups, or initiatives.

Higher Volunteer Turnover: Improper onboarding can result in volunteers feeling under-appreciated or unprepared, causing them to leave the community, which can hinder the continuity and growth of local UX initiatives.

Inefficiency in Event Planning and Execution: Volunteers who are not properly oriented may struggle to contribute effectively to planning and executing community events, leading to potential mismanagement and lower-quality experiences for attendees.

Increased Risk of Conflict within the Community: Misunderstandings or lack of communication among volunteers can lead to tensions and conflicts, which could fracture relationships within the tight-knit Calgary UX community.

Negative Impact on the Community’s Reputation: A poorly managed volunteer onboarding and program could damage the Calgary UX community’s reputation, making it more challenging to attract new volunteers, sponsors, and participants for future events.

Non-Adherence to Community Values, Best Practices and Standards: Volunteers who are not well-integrated may inadvertently overlook community values, suggestions best practices or partnership commitments, potentially compromising the quality and professionalism of the Calgary UX community’s outputs.

Missed Opportunities for Skill Development and Networking: Without a proper onboarding process, volunteers may not fully leverage opportunities to develop their UX skills or network within the Calgary community, leading to personal and community growth being stunted.

Weakening of Community Bonds: Proper onboarding helps volunteers feel part of the team. Without it, volunteers may feel isolated, leading to weaker connections and a less cohesive Calgary UX community.

Challenges in Measuring Success and Growth: Improper onboarding can make it difficult for the Calgary UX community to set clear goals and track the impact of volunteer contributions, hindering the ability to measure success and drive future growth.

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