Allegiance Group

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This article will discuss several key points to help you make an informed decision, covering topics such as open-source vs. closed-source platforms, software costs, licensing methods, and more. They’re commonly associated with enterprise solutions and can provide an array of advanced features, such as personalization.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 3, 2013

And yet the same skills that make any leader effective are appropriate to managing technology. Just about every time I meet with a nonprofit executive to discuss some technology project, within the first few minutes I hear: “I’m not a technology person.” But who is?

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Leadership Evaluation Change Management Nptech 94

NTEN

JUNE 5, 2013

And yet the same skills that make any leader effective are appropriate to managing technology. Just about every time I meet with a nonprofit executive to discuss some technology project, within the first few minutes I hear: “I’m not a technology person.” But who is?

Leadership 98

Leadership Evaluation Change Management Nptech 98

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 5, 2021

Focus on the person in front of you. Be Personal. Serve as a role model and engage in courageous discussions about purpose. Identifying and vocalizing another person's potential is life-changing for that person. And, to be an inspiring leader , Hedges explains that you must: Be Present. Be Passionate.

People 52

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NTEN

JUNE 6, 2013

Julia, a staff member at a nonprofit, offers her story about project management and personal growth. Having never managed a project, I was thrilled when the Executive Director asked if I wanted to be the project manager for the website initiative. Project management seemed easy and straightforward. LAD Enterprizes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 28, 2021

Focus on the person in front of you. Be Personal. Serve as a role model and engage in courageous discussions about purpose. Identifying and vocalizing another person's potential is life-changing for that person. And, to be an inspiring leader , Hedges explains that you must: Be Present. Be Passionate.

Leadership 52

Leadership Influence Blended Language 52

NTEN

DECEMBER 9, 2013

Julia, a staff member at a nonprofit, offers her story about project management and personal growth. Having never managed a project, I was thrilled when the Executive Director asked if I wanted to be the project manager for the website initiative. Project management seemed easy and straightforward. LAD Enterprizes.

Project 70

Project Activities Active Activism 70

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 26, 2020

Focus on the person in front of you. Be Personal. Serve as a role model and engage in courageous discussions about purpose. Indentifying and vocalizing another person's potential is life-changing for that person. And, to be an inspiring leader , Hedges explains that you must: Be Present. Be Passionate.

Influence 52

Influence Leadership Blended Language 52

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Clearly Identify Roles and Responsibilities The Difference Between Skills, Qualifications and Experience How Should Soft Skills and Personal Characteristics Be Incorporated? Clearly Identify Duties and Responsibilities Begin this process of identifying a role’s purpose by: Having a conversation with the manager who oversees the position.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

A recent McKinsey report shared that only 30% of technology initiatives produce value to the business, which means investing in change management as an organization is key. Use technology that is person-centric so you can scale as you grow. Spend time understanding the full total cost upfront.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Managing restricted funds is not a “workaround” but part of the core functionality of the fund accounting system. Listen for an understanding of grant compliance and stewardship needs in their discussion of restricted funds. Bonus question: what percentage of the organizations you work with are tax-exempt?

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

As we evolve into a society that increasingly relies on software to manage everything from personal communications to banking needs, the debate over the pros and cons of configurable vs. customized solutions is a part of every software evaluation. The costs add up and you end up with a bloated technology stack.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Each person of the knowledge team—the board chair, the executive director, marketing and administrative staff, and a community diversity and engagement consultant—came together in conversations about what mattered most in the organization’s work and what data could be collected to illuminate how their work was progressing.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Co-development led to conceptualization of participation of people with disabilities in advocacy for legislative, policy and government program change as an impact—in and of itself—regardless of outcome.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 3, 2018

Focus on the person in front of you. Be Personal. Serve as a role model and engage in courageous discussions about purpose. Identifying and vocalizing another person's potential is life-changing for that person. And, to be an inspiring leader , Hedges explains that you must: Be Present. Be Passionate.

People 40

People Leadership Influence Blended 40

Forum One

JULY 27, 2021

Digital tools and systems often touch different teams and departments and can require investments that need to be discussed at a higher level. Developing a change management plan ensures you’re never reliant on one person to do certain jobs. . Build stakeholder buy-in across your organization.

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NTEN

AUGUST 11, 2010

It quickly became the most active discussion thread in our LInkedIn group, and I would like to share a bit of the stories and insights that resulted there. (If " There emerged in this discussion thread a "case study," that I felt was both inspiring and instructive. pursuing other things."

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 29, 2017

Focus on the person in front of you. Be Personal. Serve as a role model and engage in courageous discussions about purpose. Indentifying and vocalizing another person's potential is life-changing for that person. And, to be an inspiring leader , Hedges explains that you must: Be Present. Be Passionate.

People 40

People Leadership Influence Blended 40

sgEngage

JUNE 28, 2023

As a follow-up to the Women in Philanthropy Institute’s 2023 Symposium, hosted by the Indiana University Lilly Foundation School of Philanthropy, we gathered four dynamic grantmakers to discuss how they are doing the work to amplify female voices, especially women, girls, and femmes of color, in philanthropy.

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Voice Strategy Mississippi Boston 69

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 30, 2014

Absorbing the discussion, And, then likely re-reading it. Duncan demonstrates in the book how humanness, approachability , and friendliness are necessary but often overlooked elements of making change successful in an organization. Duncan refers to this as leading the whole person. Or, listening to your favorite teacher.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

My experience since I started working in the social media field is that the failures are where you learn the most as a community manager, a social media manger, a change manger, a professional and as a person. Leaders often blame change managers or teams who do not control the source or circumstances which cause the “failure.”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 14, 2009

Ability to slay organizational myths – “We’ve always done it this way” by having discussion. Does not equate informality or personality with a lack of quality. Tags: change management. Culture of learning through making mistakes or taking calculated risks, not a Martha Stewart culture of perfection.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 31, 2009

where he discussed the crossroads of movements and campaigns and the need for an open culture. We got into a discussion in the comments and she agreed to share some of her experience addressing this issue within her nonprofit organization. The person who scolded us is not even on Facebook!)

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 13, 2009

Organizations that innovate have that one person, be it CEO, middle manager or bottom of the org chart, who is willing to stand up, declare the need for change, and then "put on a show" about it until people fall in line to follow. Let me know in a comment, or share your two cents in the Facebook discussion.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 16, 2009

The discussion was organized around four points of social media failure: How can I get my culture to adapt? As Charlene Li pointed out, " Change management processes take years - you don't change over night. They also warned against having social media be one person's responsibility or that it is a younger person's game.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

Several months ago, my colleague Rachel Happe from the Community Roundtable invited me to facilitate a discussion with members about the issues that swirl around organizational adoption of social media. Tags: change management. How do get past the fear of failure?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Each story is written from a second-person point of view, with the reader assuming the role of the protagonist and determining the plot arc by deciding which page to turn to. We'll include a live question and answer and a back channel discussion with experts and practitioners sharing their expertise and knowledge.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

This empowers fundraisers to more easily identify high-value donors, understand their preferences, and personalize outreach efforts. Change management issues: Anytime a new technology tool is introduced to your organization, you’ll face some growing pains and adoption challenges. Discuss the project with your board.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Speaking of volunteers, Wild Apricot ''s post, The Mission Driven Volunteer, discusses a new definition and new models of volunteering. Get the full description and sign up for the webinar here. You can also learn more by downloading a copy of the Mission Driven Volunteer White Paper.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Speaking of volunteers, Wild Apricot ''s post, The Mission Driven Volunteer, discusses a new definition and new models of volunteering. Get the full description and sign up for the webinar here. You can also learn more by downloading a copy of the Mission Driven Volunteer White Paper.

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Research San Francisco Montana Homeless 61

NTEN

JANUARY 14, 2013

The knowledge doesn't just reside with one person." Training and Documentation Though none of the Center’s staff regularly uses social media personally, Risa Breckman decided that the entire team should be involved in the planning and training process so that knowledge-sharing efficiencies could emerge.

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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. Sit down with my executive director to discuss a process for a social media policy.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Discuss the project with your board. Let’s Discuss Your Nonprofit’s Needs – Contact Team DNL. Meyer Partners’ focus on building relationships with donors through personalized communication shapes their whole strategy and better connects your organization with your supporters. Overview of this Nonprofit Consultant.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 9, 2013

I consider myself a very lucky person. If you are on the communication team, or rollout team, or adoption team, or whatever your organization calls it, be sure to start with a frank discussion of your central messages. It’s like change management mad libs. Overall I live a very fortunate life. The other two months?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 18, 2008

During a discussion about the merits of email versus the fax machine (I'm not kidding), someone shared this insight, "I feel like a stranger in a foreign country and I don't understand the language. Personal How does this impact my job? Management How can I master it? | View | Upload your own. Awareness What is Twitter?

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Michael Stein's Non-profit Technology Blog

JULY 15, 2009

The example Russ and I discussed related to the use of a wiki to capture organizational knowledge. This is a step that is often ignored in this type of change management. Someone needs to take personal responsibility for the effort to develop the wiki into a useful tool. First we need to put someone in charge!

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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. The matrix map cultivates sound decision-making that embraces the entire organization’s capacity rather than one program or person.

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