EveryAction

MAY 23, 2016

This guest post originally appeared on Idealist Careers blog. As someone who has jumped from the corporate world to the nonprofit sector and back again, I’ve learned a lot about the nuances of both, especially in terms of the all-important first interview. 20 Popular Nonprofit Interview Questions from Hiring Managers.

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sgEngage

MARCH 19, 2024

In this blog post, we will share some insights and best practices from our recent webinar, Change Up Your Questions: Exploring and Shaping What You Ask Grantees and How You Ask Them , where Marshall Ginn of Capital Philanthropy discussed how to evaluate and improve your application questions. If you want examples, ask for examples.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

Each week, I interview association and nonprofit CEOs, Presidents and Executive Directors about the things their organization is doing to increase membership, generate revenue, and ultimately thrive. I am absolutely loving the conversations I’m having with my guests, some of whom are clients, while many are not.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 24, 2010

I’m thrilled to have the chance to share an interview with her here and encourage you to add your questions in the comments! This interview is part of her virtual book tour; check out the full calendar of events. Stories provide the examples and the context for what nonprofits are doing.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

For example, you can create groups based on supporters’ giving habits, such as donation recency, type, amount, frequency, and reason for donating. Use blog posts or fundraising landing pages to highlight the positive impact that donations have on your ability to achieve your mission. Leverage A/B testing.

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Candid

AUGUST 23, 2023

In this blog, we will outline four common strategic planning pitfalls and what you can do to avoid each to ensure your nonprofit’s plan results in success. As one leader we interviewed advises , “There’s a culture piece that needs to be considered at the same time as the rest of the plan.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll unveil the art of transforming individual stories into a collective force that not only resonates with your audience but also propels your cause forward. Your next game-changing testimonial could be just a conversation away. This could include beneficiaries, donors, volunteers, or partners.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 15, 2024

During our webinar with Blackbaud Product Manager Brenda Noiseux , she shared the feedback she heard when interviewing grant writers as part of our update to the Blackbaud Grantmaking application portal. The post 4 Ways Funders Can Help Grant Writers Submit a Great Application first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

You can ask your grantees for feedback through surveys, interviews, focus groups, or informal conversations. Are organizations of a certain size more likely to abandon an application or submit it late, for example. For example: Does your application represent your mission?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 27, 2024

For example, regarding the importance of staying humble, Jacobs writes, “Coming out on top when your company is under attack feels thrilling in the moment. No side conversations. He subsequently created five publicly traded companies—United Waste Systems, United Rentals, XPO, and XPO’s two spin-offs, GXO Logistics and RXO.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

The agenda was packed, with 30 more plenary sessions per day (highlights here ) ranging from 5 minutes solo presentations, 10-20 minute panel discussions, and live interviews via skype. But the speakers were not just technologists, they included global leaders – many who are used to a different format for conferences.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 27, 2011

100,000 in 3 Days: Interview about #TeamAutism. Blog Posts. Using Twitter for a Global Conversation. Please add your favorite blog posts or examples to the list, too! View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward. Twitter Resources. Social media in disaster response. Journalists using social media in Egypt.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 14, 2009

I'm slowly finding my way back into a blogging routine among other routines that have been disrupted by the move. So, as part of getting back into my blogging routine or rather establishing a new one, I'd like to reflect a little on TWT20 interview experience. I first discovered him when he was interviewing David Armano.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 15, 2020

You can find out more about them in this blog post on virtual meetings and check-ins during a pandemi c. Breakout rooms are a feature in Zoom that allows you to put people in smaller rooms for more intimate conversations. Creating Connection in a Time of Covid-19 – interview with Nancy White. Use ice breakers and energizers.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 23, 2011

She set up a private Facebook Group to facilitate our support for the campaign. A few weeks ago, she reported back to the group some of the results of our work with some insights based on Google Analytics charts. Shonali kindly agreed to an interview to share this story more broadly.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 17, 2019

This week I interviewed long-time blog reader, Alison Lowndes who I first met via my blog as a regular commenter. We reconnected, of course, through a recent blog comment. She points to a good example in healthcare and how radiologists are using AL algorithms to more quickly (and accurately) analyze scans.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2021

Tackling Social Justice Issues on Diversity and Inclusion : Interview with Michael Moore, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion at Blackbaud. Addressing Employee Needs by Normalizing Conversation of Different Abilities and Mental Health. Available On-Demand Webinars on Diversity and Inclusion. Articles that Inspire Social Justice.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 13, 2009

Just had a good conversation this morning with Craig Newmark of Craigslist and the Craigslist Foundation. For example, you can see that Arianna Huffington is much better at writing in her post: "All for Good: A New 'Craigslist for Service'" ! Examples like the TSA and EPA blogs. US Military Southern Command blog.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

A conversion-optimized donation page. A/B testing involves creating two different versions of a webpage and assessing which drives more engagement and conversions. This might involve browsing your event calendar, reading your blog, donating through your online giving page, or using your contact form to get in touch.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The 67 in-depth interviews included conversations with some of the world’s most prominent and inspirational current and former CEOs, including Reed Hastings of Netflix, Sony’s Kaz Harai, and General Motors’ Mary Barra. Take the mindset of “be bold”, for example. Viewed through this lens, we hope any leader will find it helpful.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

The premise is simple: to have frank, engaging (and slightly irreverent) conversations about major gifts fundraising with donors themselves – giving fundraisers advice straight from the donor’s mouth. Advisors, I produce a podcast called What Donors Want where we ask donors questions just like these.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 30, 2017

The book's two authors awhile back shared these insights with me: A Conversation with Henry Evans and Colm Foster, authors of Step Up What is a “leadership moment”? What’s an example of a leadership moment in the news that a prominent leader stepped up to?

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sgEngage

JUNE 13, 2022

This blog post draws on our own experiences at Candid as well as recent conversations with several funders. Central to Candid’s approach to data protection, and to that of the funders I spoke with, are concerns about the risks to people (versus risks to property or organizational reputation, for example).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

We are tracking the conversation and resources about AI and Nonprofits and social good. Here’s an overview of the book from the authors blog. Charity Digital News published this interview with Rob Leyland, Innovation Manager, about their recent efforts. Here’s this month’s roundup. Philanthropy and Fundraising.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. Here are some of the most interesting things I’ve found recently (as of February 1st).

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 24, 2009

I was interviewed recently by Petra Kroon , a blogger focused on social media and entrepreneurship in The Netherlands, in which she asked some really great questions, including what I thought the trend would be for social entrepreneurship in 2010 as well as where we may be in 25 years. There are so many examples we could include.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 20, 2008

I met Dave Cohn (aka Digidave ) at the Netsquared Conference where I did a quick video interview with him about getting started in social media. Dave did a video interview of me about the cute dog theory ). I enjoy reading his blog. Meanwhile, we can do it via our blogs! The site is called Spot.Us.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 14, 2022

The 67 in-depth interviews included conversations with some of the world’s most prominent and inspirational current and former CEOs, including Reed Hastings of Netflix, Sony’s Kaz Harai, and General Motors’ Mary Barra. Take the mindset of “be bold”, for example. Viewed through this lens, we hope any leader will find it helpful.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 12, 2008

Peter Panepento, Web Editor of the Chronicle of Philanthropy Also blogs at GlobalErie. This week we've had a lively discussion about Module 2: Participate in the Conversation. I put a call out for a mini-case study, for someone to add it or agree to an email interview. What is the benefit of having a conversation?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

The 67 in-depth interviews included conversations with some of the world’s most prominent and inspirational current and former CEOs, including Reed Hastings of Netflix, Sony’s Kaz Harai, and General Motors’ Mary Barra. Take the mindset of “be bold”, for example. Viewed through this lens, we hope any leader will find it helpful.

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

Shape the Conversation . Once you have a good handle on the subject matter, consider how you might want to shape a conversation on the topic with your key stakeholders. When leading a development team and/or participating as a member of executive management , consider how you might engage everyone in a conversation on the topic.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

In an interview for a previous ED position, I was asked to provide an example of how I demonstrated “extreme frugality.” This was back in the days of coupon-clipping, and while I momentarily pondered that as a response, I knew it was not “extreme ” enough for the interviewing board members. Perhaps that was an overshare?

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 5, 2009

My conversations so far for February are all focused on the role of nonprofits online. I would LOVE for you to get in on the conversations, too! This month’s blog post on the SSIR opinion blog picks up where last month’s started. Standford Social Innovation Review. I asked Prof.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources across the web ever day. You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. nitions and examples for ten trends that we believe are shaping the use of social media in the public interest.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 4, 2021

Going to the Next Level in 2021 with Stellar Fundraising Auctions, ” Topics include examples and tips to help your next virtual gala a better online fundraiser. Communications Lead – Live engagement with your community throughout the event is important to keep a pulse on the event and provide a real-time inviting conversion with a human.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 3, 2010

I’ve also been thinking quite a bit about what’s to come this year and wanted to stat a conversation openly here with all of you. There are some great examples out there that need to be highlighted and examined. As much as my life is fueled by my work and connections online, it sure was wonderful to unplug and recharge.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 23, 2022

The 67 in-depth interviews included conversations with some of the world’s most prominent and inspirational current and former CEOs, including Reed Hastings of Netflix, Sony’s Kaz Harai, and General Motors’ Mary Barra. Take the mindset of “be bold”, for example. Viewed through this lens, we hope any leader will find it helpful.

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