Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 17, 2020

It covers basic management, managing staff changes, managing projects, strategic thinking, hiring, delegating, and communication -- and lot's more. Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders. It's rich with real-world examples and tactical guidance.

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sgEngage

JUNE 28, 2023

Based on the conversation with these grantmakers, here are four ways grantmakers can make sure all stages of their funding programs include the voices and perspectives of women. Build Trust Through Relationships “There have to be conversations about who philanthropy, as a sector, trusts and who we don’t trust,” said Natanja.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Example: “Datamaking” as engagement I recently worked with an arts and culture intermediary nonprofit that focused on capacity development, network building, and connecting local nonprofits to state agencies and grants. However, the questions that make change possible are those that invite people into reflection and shared action.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

It covers basic management, managing staff changes, managing projects, strategic thinking, hiring, delegating, and communication -- and lot's more. Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders. It's rich with real-world examples and tactical guidance.

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sgEngage

APRIL 19, 2023

The initial wave of generative-AI examples in the art, music, and written composition spaces has generated a lot of interest within the technology sector. For this post we’ll highlight a few examples from our own experimentation, explaining what we see going on and what we’ve learned. Yes, it’s a silly example.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

For example, if you were creating a job description for a development associate at your nonprofit, you might have a purpose statement that says: “The development associate will source and recommend grant applications to the development manager to ensure that the organization is exploring all of the funding resources available.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2017

It covers basic management, managing staff changes, managing projects, strategic thinking, hiring, delegating, and communication -- and lots more. Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders. It's rich with real-world examples and tactical guidance.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 11, 2014

It covers basic management, managing staff changes, managing projects, strategic thinking, hiring, delegating, and communication -- and lot''s more. Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders. It''s rich with real-world examples and tactical guidance.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 2, 2015

It covers basic management, managing staff changes, managing projects, strategic thinking, hiring, delegating, and communication -- and lots more. Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders. It''s rich with real-world examples and tactical guidance.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

If you were unable to attend the conference, we hope you can use the summary below to inspire thoughtful conversations at your institution and help in your planning for the new year. . . It’s no secret that the world is going through significant change and fundraising best practices are not exempt from that.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

The ongoing conversation about student debt and the value of a college credential exacerbates the issue for higher education institutions. For example, the U.S. People have been choosing to have fewer children, and that decline has significant implications for educational institutions worldwide.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 20, 2013

It covers basic management, managing staff changes, managing projects, strategic thinking, hiring, delegating, and communication -- and lot''s more. Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders. It''s rich with real-world examples and tactical guidance.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2013

It covers basic management, managing staff changes, managing projects, strategic thinking, hiring, delegating, and communication -- and lot''s more. Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders. It''s rich with real-world examples and tactical guidance.

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NTEN

APRIL 5, 2013

Staff have to see the impact of their voice being added to the conversation. 13ntc Change Management community building digital team strategies Leadership nptech Organizational Culture Social Media Staffing Strategy Communications' Staff have to see a payback or reason to get engaged themselves. So where to begin? for " Ctrl.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2010

I’ve constantly stretching myself to learn new techniques that help nonprofits embrace and effectively put social media strategies and tools into practice as well as address the change management issues of becoming a Networked Nonprofit. From Conversational Keynote To Conversational Workshop.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 11, 2021

Back in 2019, I had some great conversations with colleagues from various organizations while I helped them brainstorm ideas and strategies for their missions and make plans for the coming year. As 2020 rolled in, most had created their plans. Many of those plans were energizing and exciting. And then came COVID-19. Then, what do we do?”.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 11, 2016

Authors Steve Zimmerman and Jeanne Bell have introduced a proven method for change management called matrix mapping. Often, during a strategic planning meeting, organizations will look at the success of their programs in one conversation and then their budget in another. Check out a sample of the matrix map.

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NTEN

JUNE 8, 2011

You can't stop the community from talking, but you can help define the conversation. Firmly but politely, invite input on areas only where your organization is able to take suggestions, and be candid about principles and features that are unlikely to change.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 5, 2010

Here are a few examples: The " FaceTime " feature of the new iPhone 4.0 FaceTime allows two iPhone -- and soon, next-generation iPad and iPod Touch -- users to have a streaming video and audio conversation while both are connected to a wireless network. represents a significant leap in interpersonal communications.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 10, 2010

For example, everyone who works on ocean issues was on the same team. One of the best conversations we’ve had is with a department that decided to put off blogging for now, since it made sense to invest in other tactics first. Tags: change management training materials. And two more new blogs are on the way.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 3, 2009

I asked Tom Subak, VP of Online Services at Planned Parenthood, during our conversation , what does that look like on the ground? At barely a quarter of a century this remarkable dare I say trend setting young woman has become a role model, an example of how to connect and interact with legions of people in all walks of life.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 27, 2016

Consider, for example, that your constituent management system is a LTR (Long Term Relationship) whereas other systems and technologies may change faster, and services agreements may need to be rebid quite frequently – perhaps annually. Data Conversion. Data base management and Code base management.

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Neon CRM

JULY 12, 2023

We sat down with Neon One’s Product Marketing Manager, Samantha Nyland, for an in-depth conversation about the ins and out of switching to a new nonprofit CRM. I think that’s a perfect example of how moving to a new CRM can be a huge positive for an organization. A good example is the user interface.

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Michael Stein's Non-profit Technology Blog

JUNE 3, 2007

Adriano and I have had some long conversations over the years about how to best provide the training organizations need to make effective use of their information systems, and he led us in experimenting with a lot of different ways of doing training. Information Systems rollout trainings need to include a change management component.

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NTEN

APRIL 5, 2011

There are many examples like this; perhaps you have some from your own organization. The point is that the changing demographics of the country are forcing nonprofits to address issues of diversity in their organization. Hispanic voters comprise approximately 25% of California voters."

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NTEN

JUNE 21, 2011

For example, we just closed an RFP to solicit proposals to build a game for kids k-3 to better understand STEM. And we can broaden the conversation to talk about having lots of tools to get there. What initiatives are available for funding? The current environment is ripe for this to happen.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 29, 2023

Another empty gaze, followed by a quick change of subject. Clearly, my conversation partner didn’t understand the role of a CFO, let alone how important the position is in providing financial acumen and strategic vision in the rapidly changing nonprofit sector. Chief Financial Officer,” I clarified.

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fusionSpan

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Out of the box, nonprofits can track: Fundraising Case management Program management Grant management From there, a consultant can help you build anything else you might need. We identify gaps and help the folks in the current system expedite their tasks while minimizing resistance to change.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Beyond financial and equipment matters, one of the most important concerns that can dictate the technological success or failure of a merger is change management. Discuss the pros and cons of change, in general, without going into the specifics. Listen to feedback on how they perceive change.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

See [link] com or countless other examples catalogued by Beth and others. Here’s a simple example from my day job: on a regular basis, Squidoo writes $10,000 checks to charities. Change is hard for people and for people who work in nonprofits. Tags: change management. and social media. And one (other!)

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Bloomerang

JULY 17, 2021

Let’s keep the conversation going. Oh, no business increased, coaching increased, the amount of change management exercises I had to take organizations through increased. And to be able to have those conversations separate and apart from making the decision, you want folks to be heard. I’m jelly.

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NTEN

JUNE 6, 2011

These popular, mainstream online communities, and the opportunities produced by this social shift, represent potential customers, constituents, supporters, and donors – the people and conversations you and your organization want to connect with. In many organizations, this is traditionally developed by the communications team.".

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Tuesday, November 16, 2010 How To Improve Customer Service With The Telephone Every business leader should periodically call his/her company to observe how their customers are being treated by their employees -- because, all too often a phone conversation becomes a customer turnoff rather than a relationship builder.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 15, 2011

Make conversation with your team. Via the App, David promises to bring his communications industry expert advice and wisdom right to your fingertips. Much of what you read on my Blog may not be new to you, but hopefully, it’ll serve as a good reminder of things to consider when you lead your next employee, team or group.I’m

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 1, 2010

Sunday, August 1, 2010 Always Follow Through Set a good example for your employees and follow through on everything you say you are going to do. Make conversation with your team. If you promise to get an employee an answer, get it for him or her. If you say youll send a team member a report, do so.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2010

Posted by Eric Jacobson at 8:10 PM Labels: Books For Managers , Change Management , Customer Feedback , Customer Service , General Management Skills , Strategic Planning 1 comments: Maths private tutor said. Make conversation with your team. Source: Entrepreneur, March 2009 Be A Visible Leader Walk around.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

An example of positive feedback is : “Bob, your communications skills have dramatically improved over the past couple of months. Make conversation with your team. So, skip the praise and give positive feedback that is more uplifting to your employees because it goes to the heart of their job performance and what they actually do.

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