Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 5, 2009

We filed the following comments to the Copyright Office's request for comments on issues about access for people with print disabilities. Many of the comments critical of the proposed treaty come from parties that object in principle to copyright exceptions, rather than having a direct stake in the issue at hand.

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Candid

JANUARY 10, 2024

By necessity, the sector focuses on the negatives—the systems that are broken, the problems that need solving, the issues that are underfunded. This is why we tend to remember that one negative piece of feedback while the positive comments fade away). Or keep an email folder for notes of thanks to look at when times get tough.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 8, 2024

Once upon a time, the title of the lead technology wizard didn’t necessarily begin with a C. If you are uncertain whether you are up to the task, these are signs that your skills could use improvement: People frequently respond negatively to a comment you thought was harmless. Reactions to your advice or feedback often surprise you.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 5, 2024

— Opportunity about to be missed Dear Opportunity about to be missed, You’ve actually named the problem in the way you’ve framed your question. That’s your problem, and it appears you’ve already solved it. Try asking yourself a series of “why” questions to get to the root of what your real problem is. What should I do?

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

According to a study from Goldman Sachs, “Generative AI tools could impact 300 million full-time jobs worldwide, which could lead to a significant disruption in the job market.” For the time being, the bottom line seems to be, there is no substitute for intrinsically human skills. The nominees varied depending on the publication.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 3, 2009

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Drupal security, and other CMS Report comments April 3, 2009 Now that the Idealware CMS report is out, I get to have my say about it. Here’s the first post, there might be more to come. “itâ??s

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Tech Soup

JULY 17, 2014

Update: Due to overwhelming demand on the FCC's website, causing intermittent outages, they have extended the deadline for comments through midnight on Friday, July 18 , so there is still time to put your opinion in.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Over time, they are unable to engage in honest dialogue; others learn not to confront them with reality.” Silence that inner commentator whose chatter is louder than any voice in the room. Make time for reflection. Journaling has the added benefits of reducing stress and improving creativity and problem-solving.

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Forum One

MARCH 12, 2024

Drafting inbound message and comment response templates. Do you often get the same questions or comments on your posts? Organizations that engage with the right audiences, at the right times, with the right content, and in the right places enjoy greater loyalty, retention, and positive word of mouth. Template creation.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

That comment isn’t meant to cast shade; just to point out that although the bots are fun, there are still some hurdles involved in really putting them to work. A tech staff, with some time on their hands, could have an out-of-the-box AI interacting with your members fairly quickly. Humans still do better creative.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

When you are considering an update, it’s also a good time to take the temperature of trust in your organization. Viewing mission, vision, and values as timely rather than timeless, reinforces their significance both to members and to the association’s daily activities. But today may be the moment to consider a more flexible approach.

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AccelEvents

JULY 16, 2021

With Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) services, you can upgrade video streaming technology simply and effortlessly. . RTMP, which stands for Real-Time Messaging Protocol , is a type of video encoding that makes live streaming possible. What is RTMP? Once a connection is established, then the stream will start. .

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Achieve

MAY 3, 2024

Participation Rate Expect a spike in excitement and activity when your event begins, such as the number of problems solved for a Math-A-Thon, or bids submitted for a silent auction, followed by a gradual decrease in activity until the end. These can include surveys, one-on-one conversations, or anonymous comment cards.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

It’s a social network that requires a lot of time and content, but more importantly, a social media manager who enjoys being active on Twitter and understands Twitter’s extensive toolset. 2) Tweet or retweet 2-10 times daily from early morning to late evening. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 6, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology See a problem? I think the time has come to think differently. Let’s stop for a while throwing new websites at problems, and think more deeply about why those problems exist.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Why You Should Run Your Nonprofit Like a Business. However, all corporations, whether “for profit” or not, need to solve a problem and create value for others. However, all corporations, whether “for profit” or not, need to solve a problem and create value for others.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In fact, back in the day, I encountered this exact problem. If your donor is stuck in processing mode for weeks or months after giving, you’ll miss out on their most-likely-to-give-again period – a time when you could have received a second gift. Please let us know in the comments below. And you better deliver – or else.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2010

There are over 200,000 professional artists in the US — and a bunch of them have problems the techies could help solve. What artistic problems need a dose of geek teamwork? Online supporters are working to save the world one Tweet at a time. If your panel isn’t on the list, add a link and title in the comments.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 1, 2024

Navigating the realities These misunderstandings can waste a lot of time and energy, making leaders feel alone and overwhelmed. If we mix up approval with partnership, it can cause confusion and problems. Let us know in the comments. Let’s challenge the idea that signing a document is enough.

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TechImpact

MAY 21, 2014

Sometimes, finding a solution to a problem is as easy as slowing down, taking a step back, and approaching a problem from a new perspective. Other times, you need to get into the nitty gritty and conduct a full audit. It requires dedication, attention to detail, and often times cooperation from the entire organization.

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Byte Technology

JULY 11, 2017

Here’s Part 2, with another seven highly effective tools, shortcuts and work-arounds that can you save you time and aggravation as you welcome new and repeat visitors and users. Leveraging the use of comments makes it easier for site owners to engage with their visitors and provide the sort of content that draws attention.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Give Staff Time for Hands-On Discovery Leaders should provide time for staff for hands-on exploration. It helps them cultivate essential human skills like adaptability, creativity, and problem-solving, which are invaluable in a world increasingly shaped by AI.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 26, 2011

The use of mobile and social media enhanced the experience beyond having the standard back channel via a hashtag on Twitter, but the substance of his comments resonated. Moving from A Problem to Solution Frame. Mobile Technology and Social Media and Real Time Learning. Put them on the donor list.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The message was clear: Dig into the potential of AI to solve some of the world’s pressing problems. I happy to see that the Responsible AI panel was all women and included my long-time colleague, Nancy Lublin from CrisisTxt Line one of the AI Impact Challenge recipients. Nancy comments are always right on.

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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. Get the Board on Board There will always be one or two naysayers. Was there anything that undermined our success?

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Candid

APRIL 20, 2023

The problem is, this advice is often aimed at organizations with dedicated social media folks, or even teams of them. Create an engaged online community: success is measured by an increase in engagement, particularly comments and re-shares. Set a time period for the test. Creating a social media strategy can feel overwhelming.

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sgEngage

APRIL 23, 2021

I’m trying to figure out how to share the extent of the problem with my boss, but I have no idea what will help us solve this nightmare. The cost is typically dependent on the extent of the problem and the number of records in your database. It’s time to get your team on the same page about how the database should be used.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Some of our most popular perks include: Accrued paid time off starting at 15 days per year. But as Amber points out, no one was actually using it since no one on the senior management was taking creative time. Share it in the comments below. Our values reflect this commitment. Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance.

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TechImpact

APRIL 2, 2014

Additionally, we’re often apt to solve the easy problems. Ultimately, if we want to substantially grow and strengthen our nonprofits, and solve problems on a state wide, national, or even global scale, it is imperative that these questions be answered. Choose one big problem. Work with people who already care about your mission.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

After all, running a site—a successful site—takes a lot of time: there’s a constant need to make updates, post new content, respond to user comments and more, and our present go-go climate doesn’t allow for as much static and dedicated “office” time as it did in the past.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Your e-newsletter matters more to the success of your campaign than you might think! As mobile devices increase in popularity, that number can only grow over time. Add your tips to the comments! . According to many reports , email marketing is the best channel for return on investment.

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Media Cause

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Elevate the stories of people closest to the problem and who are eager to share their journey. . Once this is determined, it’s time to get researching. While it may be tempting to lead with the problem, it’s actually more effective to lead with shared values. Frankly, people don’t want any more problems.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 20, 2010

Add it to the comments below. These questions (and others) prompted a discussion about privacy concerns. Disable “friends can check me into places.&#. Are you using the Facebook location feature or have you turned it off? See any other good articles or blog post with a good analysis and advice?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It turns out one of the most important strategies for our time is the ability to effectively generate, exchange, and adopt new ways of doing things. Whether you’re part of a nonprofit, a dynamic team, or an individual on a mission, having a well-defined strategy for quickly creating and sharing fresh ideas is a must-have in our times.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Finding people who genuinely care about your cause is like making a new friend; it takes time and effort. It’s Time to Kick It Up a Notch The good news is that you only need three things to successfully identify, engage, and convert those elusive brand-new donors, and I’ll bet you already have them on hand: data, content, and technology.

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Byte Technology

AUGUST 15, 2017

And it could take a long time to fix damage that could have been avoided all together if some quick and simple steps had been performed on a regular basis. Well, the smart folks over at wpbeginner.com have compiled a great little list of vitally important maintenance tasks WordPress users should be staying on top of at all times.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2008

  It solves the problem of monitoring blog comments where people specifically mention you.     People can make comments about you on other blogs and if you only track links from blog posts, you won't see it.     BackType lets you find, follow and share comments from across the web.

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