When I began working in this field, I followed a 4 page long script. I hadn't learned yet that prospective volunteers want the nuts and bolts of your organization and what you are asking them to do...how much time per week, month, year; training, and on-going support are what they want to hear. So next time you catch yourself waxing poetic about the joys of volunteering for your organization, stop and ask them what they want to know. It's worked like a charm for me!
Stephanie Bailey