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8 Actionable steps for any nonprofit RFP

EveryAction

Starting with the problem or need offers context for why you’re issuing this RFP. This may sound similar to the last item, but it’s more actionable and your organization should be prepared to carry this one out. The post 8 Actionable steps for any nonprofit RFP appeared first on EveryAction. Don’t skip the budget.

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AOL tries to discuss a difficult issue

ASU Lodestar Center

Armstrong raised an important issue that would affect the business, and as the leader of the corporation…that’s his job. Could he have raised the issue in a way and at a time when the message might have been better received? Did he have the right…the obligation to raise the issue? I believe so. But, did he screw up? ABSOLUTELY!

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Top Ten Data Challenges (And Solutions) for Associations

Association Analytics

When you turn to another person for relationship advice, whether that’s a trusted friend or therapist, you often start by discussing what’s bothering you. You can learn more about taxonomy in this blog post or watch this on-demand webinar that discusses the topic as part of an overall content strategy. Unsure where to even begin?

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Challenging Conversations—Tackling Risk

.orgSource

If your association is lucky enough to have an investment portfolio, a discussion about risk has probably been on the board’s agenda. These conversations are limited to bottom-line issues. There are multiple reasons to make both the upside and the downside of risk management a broader topic of board discussion.

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Discussion of Donor Data Retention

Robert Weiner

There seems to be a feeling we should remove any records that have not had an action in 7 years. Do you know what the issues are that would prompt their wanting to do away with historical records? If it’s a record with no financial giving and no actions, is there another reason that it is in the database?

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4 Easy ways to recruit for your virtual lobby day

EveryAction

Before your event, use an email series to give supporters a refresher on the policy issues you’re working on and how they’re impacting the community. Providing a low-commitment entry point to your issues can help pique people’s interest and give you a great starting point for moving them up the ladder of engagement.

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Onboarding the Board—Your Opportunity to Promote Peak Performance

.orgSource

Less than stellar board performance might not have been an issue. Don’t muddle trivialities, like how to fill out a reimbursement form, with significant issues like these. In-person discussions should occur both formally and informally before and after new members are welcomed to the board. Requirements for meeting attendance.

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