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Stretch Project Volunteering

“Stretch Project Volunteering” is a short 30-minute practice from Zayenha Practice in the Professional domain. Each quarter, volunteer for a project outside your scope that earns new skill + visibility to new people. You can read its goal and first step for free; the full practice with every step and the interactive part comes with Plus.

Each quarter, volunteer for a project outside your scope that earns new skill + visibility to new people.

30 min Advanced

Goal

Horizontal growth not just vertical.

Steps

1

Scan org initiatives.

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Expected Outcome

Immediate

New circle in company.

Evidence base

School: Career Development

Founders: Marshall Goldsmith (2007)

Goldsmith — "What Got You Here Won't Get You There".

Frequently asked questions

How long does "Stretch Project Volunteering" take?

This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.

When will I notice the effect of "Stretch Project Volunteering"?

New circle in company. In the short term: Reputation as "person who delivers".

Is "Stretch Project Volunteering" evidence-based?

Yes — it draws on Career Development (Marshall Goldsmith (2007)). Goldsmith — "What Got You Here Won't Get You There".

Is "Stretch Project Volunteering" suitable for beginners?

Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the platform.

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