Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the new book, Culture Is The Way. Other key lessons from sports coaches include these says Mayberry: Develop a burning desire to improve culture.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the book, Culture Is The Way. Other key lessons from sports coaches include these says Mayberry: Develop a burning desire to improve culture.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Nonprofit interest in cross-sector collaboration is ramping up due to evaporating resources and increased demand for services. The Bridgespan Group reminds leaders that “cross-sector collaboration is a complicated and time-consuming process, given the complexity of the issues and range of stakeholders involved.” Recommendations.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

“Very few of us ever learned how to be present with another person, to ignore internal and external noise and distractions, and to connect and converse with others in useful or collaborative ways,” affirm the authors of the new book, Bridge The Gap: Breakthrough Communication Tools To Transform Work Relationships From Challenging To Collaborative.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Remote work is challenging teams. Initiatives are undermined by silos, turf wars, and poor collaboration. At Zappos, this arrangement is designed to reflect the company’s values and culture. Gustavo Rasetti, CEO of Fearless Culture , describes Zappos relationship between culture and structure like this.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In other words, King knows what it takes to advance at work, and more importantly, how we derive fulfillment from what we do and contribute beyond a job description. finding meaning and fulfillment at work. The new world of work requires a new way of working. Michelle P. getting support for your next promotion.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 2, 2024

Some employees have invented tortuous workarounds to keep using their new toys to continue working in the same old way. Remember that famous quote from Peter Drucker, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” They make the cultural shifts that enable thinking and problem-solving in ways that are compatible with rapid change.

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.orgSource

MARCH 6, 2023

Trust and Culture Trust and culture are deeply intertwined. From the beginning of her tenure at ENA, Nancy has made building a positive culture a priority. Nancy MacRae, MS, CAE, ENA, describes the relationship between trust and culture. Nancy MacRae, MS, CAE, ENA, describes the relationship between trust and culture. “As

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

If you’re a fundraiser bemoaning the lack of your nonprofit’s culture of philanthropy , you don’t get off that easily. . A Nonprofit’s Culture of Philanthropy: Who’s Job is it? . And if I found myself in a job where I couldn’t instill a culture of philanthropy over a reasonable period of time, I’d fire myself (and I have).

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sgEngage

MAY 28, 2024

No longer confined to the more traditional, narrow lane of strictly managing an organization’s revenue and expense sheets, today’s nonprofit CFOs are increasingly asked to design a multifaceted approach that encompasses strategic vision, collaboration, and innovation. What makes them proud to come to work and be part of a team?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the new book, Culture Is The Way. Other key lessons from sports coaches include these says Mayberry: Develop a burning desire to improve culture.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 6, 2023

“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the book, Culture Is The Way. Other key lessons from sports coaches include these says Mayberry: Develop a burning desire to improve culture.

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Candid

APRIL 29, 2024

However, in the dynamic landscape of contemporary social change, there is a growing recognition of the need to evolve from this conventional approach toward a more collaborative and inclusive model—one grounded in partnership. The nonprofit governance orthodoxy Nonprofit governance operates within a framework of three legal duties.

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

Our members were privileged to hear their reflections on a unique time in their organizations’ history and how the pandemic’s impact reshaped their future. This climate of skepticism continues to spread throughout social, cultural, and governmental institutions. There were multiple areas where collaboration helped to ease the hardship.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

These innovative tools are revolutionising tasks by saving hundreds of hours of manual work through aiding in campaign creation, categorising and drafting email responses, assisting with content creation, and even automating donation processes to personalise and enhance the donor experience.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

The digital team works hard to produce social content that balances sharing stories of the people they serve, the impact of their work, and the generosity of their supporters. During certain moments – such as natural disasters – they quickly pivot planned content to be more contextual and reflect new priorities.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 3, 2024

Since 1987, the United States has honored women’s ongoing contributions to history, society, and culture. During March 1 – March 31, the United States chooses to remember the accomplishments of women, reflecting on their often-overlooked contributions. March is Women’s History Month. What is Women’s History Month?

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sgEngage

MAY 15, 2024

We also ensured that we reflected industry best practices for funders and our own organizational values were embedded deeper into our grantmaking practices and partnerships. Having both these checks in one place cuts down on work for the grantmakers and grantee partners while providing an audit trail for compliance purposes.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

This way of thinking is reflected in your actions and demeanor, modeling behavior for those around you. Building an organizational culture of growth will not happen overnight. Cultivate curiosity and resolve to stay informed about trends impacting your work. You transcend what you already know. That’s the growth mindset.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 19, 2023

It involves reflecting on the process, analyzing successes and challenges, and capturing valuable insights for future projects. During the retrospective, team members come together to assess how well they worked together, identify bottlenecks and pain points, and suggest improvements.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 21, 2017

The session is designed to answer three questions: Why does collaborative technology overload lead to loss of nonprofit workplace productivity and what are the best practices to avoid it? This connects very nicely to the leadership development for emerging leaders that I’ve been working on lately. What is Collaborative Overload?

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fusionSpan

MAY 17, 2022

Rockville, MD — fusionSpan is proud to celebrate Certification Nation Day on May 17, along with the community of Great Place to Work-Certified companies across the country. Great Place to Work® has designated May 17, 2022, as Certification Nation Day to salute and recognize the companies working to create great places to work for all.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

No matter how hard we work, if we only do things as best we know how, trying to minimize mistakes, we get stuck at our current levels of understanding, skills, and capabilities.” Furthermore, he adds, “Working harder doesn’t always achieve better results. We need to make tweaks and try new ways of working.

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fusionSpan

DECEMBER 20, 2023

My professional passion lies in tackling intricate business requirements and working with complex data sets. What is your favorite thing about working at fusionSpan? The richness of culture at fusionSpan stands out prominently. Diverse Culture, Trustworthy, Challenging What do you like most about fusionSpan?

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.orgSource

AUGUST 7, 2023

Organizations that treat culture like an impromptu party will see their “guests” leave early. Culture revolves around personalities and a positive environment depends on understanding the needs of individual players and their interaction as a team. Begin With Yourself Beth and Randy are committed to making PCI a great place to work.

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Candid

APRIL 16, 2024

Activities they considered “service” included “working with others to make the community or campus a better place” (81%), “acting to benefit the common good” (80%), “everyday acts of kindness” (76%), “acting to raise awareness about a campus, community, or global problem” (72%), and “working with others to address social inequality” (68%).

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Media Cause

JULY 14, 2023

Use language and imagery that are relevant, culturally sensitive, and can resonate with diverse communities. Beyond website traffic, consider metrics that reflect the impact on equity, such as engagement from marginalized communities or positive social media sentiment. Project management is a key element of our work at Media Cause.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 15, 2014

We used Dave Gray’s “ Board Thing ” online tool to crowdsource questions to discuss from the audience. If you are not already familiar with their work, you will learn a lot about online collaboration, knowledge management, informal learning, and networks by following them. He asked to reflect on our network map.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

The Importance of Testimonials Testimonials are personal endorsements, typically in the form of a statement or story, that reflect a person’s experience with your nonprofit. They serve as powerful tools for building trust and authenticity, showcasing real-life impacts of your organization’s work.

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Museum 2.0

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

This month, we're thinking about the way we do work in museums. Also, being flexible about work times, as both Jennifer Foley and Emily Lytle-Painter amongst others mentioned. Work isn't prison; don't make them feel like they're doing time. Sharing articles that work is a great reason to stay on Museum Twitter by the way.

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Candid

MAY 15, 2024

At the Honnold Foundation, we had been working in partnership with grassroots organizations for some time before we learned that there was a term for the kind of grantmaking we do: trust-based philanthropy (TBP). We realize that some of the most impactful work is being done by organizations HF might not know about.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

That means you’re having to constantly learn and trying to improve —and need to do so in a way that honors and supports the work you’re trying to do. Do collaborate with others—and share how they’ve impacted your work. . When you collaborate with others, you show that achieving your mission isn’t solely your responsibility.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

From cultural showcases that dazzle to educational initiatives that deepen understanding, discover how your next event can be a cornerstone of celebration and a powerful catalyst for change. This not only educates the broader community but also brings together AAPIs of all backgrounds to reinforce cultural bonds.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 12, 2017

Today’s nonprofit marketers must be experts in learning how to shift their organizational culture towards a culture of philanthropy. This gets to the heart of the best practices that are needed to create a culture of philanthropy within anonprofit organization. Shifting the organization’s culture is a process, and it takes time.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It begins with learning, habituation, and cultural shifts to fully harness AI benefits responsibly. It means removing the busy work out of their hands so they turn their attention to more mission-critical work. Discovery can help them understand the benefits and the limitations as it applies to their specific work flows.

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Forum One

MAY 3, 2021

Website design is an art, a science, and a testament of collaboration and creativity. Learn about the two sites and help their hard work get an extra mark of recognition by casting your vote for them today! The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Voting closes this Thursday, May 6th.

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BoardAssist

JULY 8, 2014

Collaboration is the most important ingredient in developing your nonprofit’s budget. Hopefully this post will help you as you work through your nonprofit’s financial needs. Regardless of the process used, collaboration is the most important ingredient in the budget. For more great advice from Paul, read on below.

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