October, 2009

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16 Starter Tips for Nonprofit Blogging

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Jeff Patrick and I recently did a webinar on Nonprofit Blogging. It was a fantastic time that really seemed to help the attendees. I thought I’d share some of what we talked about and get the presentation in your hands so you could use it in ways that benefit you. The tips shared here and the full presentation (see below) should help you think seriously about starting a blog or if you’re already blogging it should motivate you to press on and try new things.

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Social Media Strategy: National Association of Dental Plans

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It’s good to see and hear what others are doing. Why? Because we love to learn from the experiences, failures and successes of others. It sparks ideas, connects us to each other and eventually helps us get better. I’m sure you’ve experienced this phenomenon before? In the spirit of learning we’ve got Jeff Hurt with us this week! We try to highlight the work of nonprofits in the social media space regularly here and Jeff Hurt's nonprofit is a perfect fit!

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Turning "Brochureware" into a Fun and Interactive Website

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According to Wikipedia, “ Brochureware ” is the definition of a website that has very infrequently updated content. Often the site has been developed as a direct translation of existing printed materials, hence the name. Brochureware sites therefore take little advantage of the capabilities of the web that are missing in printed publication.

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Using the Social Web to Make Local Impact

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Friday, October 2, 2009, is LIVE STRONG Day. As part of the LIVESTRONG Action campaign the LIVE STRONG day is focused on unifying people from all around the world through local events and activities that celebrate cancer survivorship. It’s also designed to generate awareness and foster support so the world can be freed from cancer. While their efforts are focused on encouraging local participation in the physical sense they’ve also made it possible for people to participate online through social

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Mixing Traditional Media with Social Media

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I was lounging around watching all the latest season premieres and viewed a commercial for AT&T. I thought it was great on so many levels. First, I love dogs and it is a story about a little girl who finds her lost Jack Russell Terrier. Secondly, I am a huge UNC Chapel Hill fan and the commercial includes Tyler Hansbrough , former UNC Tar Heel. Finally, it is a great example of using multimedia including social media to accomplish a goal.

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Dive into the Flickr Pool!

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Last month I took my daughter to Birch Aquarium at Scripps. As we were walking around the shark tank she saw a huge plastic shark head with his jaws wide open. You could go this shark head and have you picture taken. My daughter though it was funny and wanted to do it. I on the other hand was fascinated by the sign next to the shark head asking visitors to upload your photo to the Birch Aquarium Flickr pool.

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How Independent Schools Can Embrace Online and Offline Worlds

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In the past year, I’ve come to a realization. The independent school arena has changed. Yes, you will say (and you would be right) it is constantly changing and has been for years! But I’m talking major mind shifts here, stay with me… No longer is the world of independent schools separated into segments of online/offline communication. Finally, schools are beginning the journey of creating one voice, one line of communication, one central source of information…and therefore establishing one true

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