Keep in mind who is the boss

I’ve been a volunteer for a non-profit organization for about two weeks. I have definitely “dived” in and have been doing a lot of work.
My latest assignment dealt with compiling a list on different media outlets to contact within my area and other surrounding cities. After compiling the list, I started thinking of ways to make all of the information useful.
I thought it would be a good idea to “pitch” the idea of doing a story on this organization to a local magazine. The organization is looking for more volunteers and the magazine does have a large circulation number.
However, it’s a good thing that I’m the type of person that always analyzes things before I do it. This was definitely the time for me to listen to that “little voice” that tells you to think twice.
I thought about it and realized that I was “over-stepping” my position. I was only a volunteer, so it would make more sense to speak to my boss first. Besides my boss has been with the organization longer than I have and probably would be able to give more information that in the end would help the organization.
In “light” of my experience I’d like to share two things with other “eager achievers” out there. Please remember to:
1. “Run” your ideas by your supervisor first.
2. Keep in mind that your boss makes the final decisions.