Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2019

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. And, I've have the honor and good fortune to be a mentor, both formally and informally, for various individuals the past few decades. Mentoring is powerful. Both being a mentor. And, being mentored. Bestselling author, Ken Blanchard, Ph.D.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. And, I've have the honor and good fortune to be a mentor, both formally and informally, for various individuals the past few decades. Mentoring is powerful. Both being a mentor. And, being mentored. Bestselling author, Ken Blanchard, Ph.D.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 3, 2017

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. And, I've have the honor and good fortune to be a mentor, both formally and informally, for various individuals the past few decades. Mentoring is powerful. Both being a mentor. And, being mentored. Bestselling author, Ken Blanchard, Ph.D.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 15, 2017

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. And, I've have the honor and good fortune to be a mentor, both formally and informally, for various individuals the past few decades. Mentoring is powerful. Both being a mentor. And, being mentored. Bestselling author, Ken Blanchard, Ph.D.

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.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

Even if the job market becomes more advantageous to employers, post-pandemic job seekers are intensely focused on issues that go beyond compensation and benefits. Once we talk through the issues, they realize that there is a current employee, who with the right training and mentoring, would be a great fit for the role.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 17, 2023

BoardEffect states that an annual board self-assessment may help the board prevent problems leading to liability issues and that the results of an assessment can highlight topics for future board discussion and consideration. Assign senior directors to mentor junior members to help them to become better contributors.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 22, 2014

When you were starting your nonprofit or starting on your journey in the nonprofit world, you probably had someone you could rely on for advice and a boost every now and then. And even if you didn’t have a specific mentor or group of people you could call upon, you probably wish that you did. The Perks of Being a Mentor.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 5, 2014

Two recent research studies take a pass at answering that questions and the findings should be useful to those mentoring emerging leaders in their organizations and looking for professional development opportunities for them. “ The report offers some great tips and advice to those managing emerging leaders on how to mentor them.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Lack of support and mentorship A bit like building a social network, individuals from underserved communities may lack access to supportive mentors who can help guide them and provide advice on how to succeed in their chosen fields. Our perspectives can be subconsciously influenced greatly by our social economic start in life.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 18, 2021

Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who wants advice on ways to stay in touch with potential donors who have major donor potential. . Dear Charity Clairity, Do you have advice on ways to stay in touch with a possible donor who has indicated an interest in making a major gift? Who were your heroes and mentors growing up? .

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Tech Soup

MAY 9, 2012

I've heard a lot employees and managers talk about "needing a mentor." " When I ask them what goals they are looking to accomplish with a mentor, most have no concrete answer. What is a mentor and what do they do anyway? Regardless of the issues with the entry, I do like the definition. Mentoring Is.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 17, 2020

I was just texting with a donor last night who is worried about leaving the house and about his husband who has some major medical issues. Once they have worked through the immediate issues, this is a great time to work with them on creating content. Have a conversation with a mentor or mentee.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 28, 2021

In the book, O’Neil shares his deeply personal, honest, uplifting, inspiring and sometimes tragic story of grief and healing and his discovered most valuable lessons in what keeps him present, grounded and thriving as a father, husband, coach, mentor, and leader. What’s the first step anyone could take to start applying your advice tomorrow?

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Twenty Hats

MARCH 9, 2021

I wanted to ensure that the match was a great fit—and eliminate any potential lingering issues. My biggest piece of advice is here in Step 4: do not overthink the “how” and the nitty gritty details. Still, I made (and make) a point of checking in with the volunteers every once and awhile.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 22, 2008

I was a mentor on Ore's Blog Mentoring Project in Africa as Joitske Hulsebosch also writes about. I also had a chance to work with Ore through Nancy White and KM4DEV Technology Stewardship issue. So, when she invited to participate as a mentor in the Networking for Success project at the the Women???s Of course, said yes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 5, 2022

In the book, O’Neil shares his deeply personal, honest, uplifting, inspiring and sometimes tragic story of grief and healing and his discovered most valuable lessons in what keeps him present, grounded and thriving as a father, husband, coach, mentor, and leader. O’Neil : My knee-jerk reaction is that I was lost. You know what? It is life.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2021

In the book, O’Neil shares his deeply personal, honest, uplifting, inspiring and sometimes tragic story of grief and healing and his discovered most valuable lessons in what keeps him present, grounded and thriving as a father, husband, coach, mentor, and leader. O’Neil : My knee-jerk reaction is that I was lost. You know what? It is life.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

We’ve rounded up a list of specific examples of virtual opportunities, organized by nonprofit issue area, that solve real problems and are easy to execute. Virtual actions that solve for urgent issues: FOOD BANKS. Urgent issues. Urgent issues. – Plan a weekly “teach in” series about COVID facts and advice.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2020

But it’s also an issue related to organizational culture. They were mentored, taught, supported and in almost every case, it was hard-working employees and managers who helped the CEO achieve their success. What advice do you have for those struggling with their reinvention? In that regard, he taught me a “work ethic.”

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

But it’s also an issue related to organizational culture. They were mentored, taught, supported and in almost every case, it was hard-working employees and managers who helped the CEO achieve their success. What advice do you have for those struggling with their reinvention? In that regard, he taught me a “work ethic.”

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 13, 2016

Toyama offers up strong criticisms as well as constructive advice about how to best apply technology to social problems. Toyama on that issue: If a private company is failing to make a profit, no one expects that state-of-the-art data centers, better productivity software, and new laptops for all of the employees will turn things around.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

5: Don’t interrupt or jump into giving advice. What is your best tip or advice for improving your ability to truly listen to people at work? A disempowering question, on the other hand, undercuts the confidence of the person to whom it’s asked and sabotages her performance. 3: Don’t judge the other person.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 30, 2019

But it’s also an issue related to organizational culture. They were mentored, taught, supported and in almost every case, it was hard-working employees and managers who helped the CEO achieve their success. What advice do you have for those struggling with their reinvention? In that regard, he taught me a “work ethic.”

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NTEN

OCTOBER 18, 2011

Time to mentor emerging storytellers. The final piece of advice I have is for you to put aside ample time to mentor your organization's storytellers. From the successes and challenges of the Mercy Corps Blog, which I managed as the organization's Senior Writer, I believe you need: A committed champion.

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 10, 2020

We were recently discussing some fairly banal, but important, issues about construction near my office. That advice has served me incredibly well over the last seven years, and it frames how I try to approach problems at my museum. And, then onto the people at work.this whole month's topic started, because of a colleague.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

But it’s also an issue related to organizational culture. They were mentored, taught, supported and in almost every case, it was hard-working employees and managers who helped the CEO achieve their success. What advice do you have for those struggling with their reinvention? In that regard, he taught me a “work ethic.”

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 7, 2016

We discussed the work of our customers, including some of the issues they’re working on and how we help them through the use of technology. I pointed to the goals that lined up with the issues they named, and I suggested that they pick one or two and embrace the idea of contributing to fixing that problem over the next 14 years.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 4, 2010

This is great advice for writing grants. Charlaine Hood, LMSW is the owner of Vibrantly Alive Consulting & Nonprofit Mentoring. She works with small to medium sized nonprofits to create strategic solutions for nonprofit issues. It’s about what could possibly be created if you unlocked your potential in spite of the fear.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2015

1) The retirement of baby boomer nonprofit CEOs is a mission critical issue facing the nonprofit sector. There will be a lesson learned, there will be clear accountability and you might – just might – have mentored someone in important leadership skills. She publishes practical advice for nonprofit leaders at JoanGarry.com.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). So, decide today to secure a mentor who will work with you during 2011.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). A mentor always exercises the power of suggestion. They pose alternatives.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Talk to other organizations and ask for their advice on executing a successful event. The coordinator at your event space can advise you on issues that might come up and how you should handle them. If you’ve never created this kind of detailed schedule before, find a mentor who can guide you. What did they learn?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 16, 2021

I get training, my employer pays for me to go to these conferences, webinars, but I prioritize that, but I really could use a mentor. And she really guided me and mentored me. Hopefully, you can connect with other people who are in the chat and get a mentor. I can issue that to you right now. Right, that was me.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Thanks Lynn for this great end-of-the-year advice.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 11, 2006

" Also, the whole issue of how fragmented the "upload video space" might become, "Eventually it might look like the cable world of 500 channels, some with only 100,000 viewers and others with 2 million and few with 5 million. The advice/questions: Do most people have and know how to use video cameras to post video replies?

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Have Fun - Do Good

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

They are socially responsible and environmentally responsible companies, but are in need of some additional assistance, mostly strategic advice, that helps them scale to the next level. I think where we get our competitive advantage is that the caliber of our advisors is far and above any kind of advice that you find out there.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). 3 Coaching And Mentoring Tips How To Avoid 8 Common Performance Evaluation Pitfa.

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