Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 30, 2009

We split participants up by topic areas for discussions and Community Voices team members lead the small group conversations, while others used various tools to capture what was said (audio, video, tweets and blogging). Offline vs Online. Tags: events issues digitalengagement digitalinclusion socialbysocial. Individuals.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 4, 2010

As he shared the story, I had some questions about weaving offline/online collaboration within networks. We most typically think of the offline/online as a sequence somewhat like this: Small group meets face-to-face - builds trust. How can you effectively weave offline/online work in a network? Does that have to happen first?

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Offline Collaboration Network Online 92

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 24, 2009

I have said it many, many times and so have lots of others—you’re probably tired of hearing about how social media is supposed to be “a conversation.&# And that’s okay! Because it isn’t JUST a conversation! Are they offline: at events, in your office, elsewhere? #4: 4: What they Want. Stand back!

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Conversation Story Support Strategy 111

Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

Topics: Thanks to the rich conversation in last month’s chat, we have our main questions selected already. Building a loop between online and offline community activities. Tags: community events 4change chat community building monthly chat offline community online community. Please leave a comment with your idea!

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Community Offline Comment Build 164

M+R

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Adding eCommerce tracking means you can track your conversions back to specific promotions. Set up Google Tag Manager to centralize tracking codes across platforms to enable faster and easier updates. Testing changes to your donation form to improve conversion rates. Set up thoughtful onboarding and automation series.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 3, 2010

I’ve had experience organizing communities offline in local communities, and organizing community online – but the kind of organizing that inspires me the most is combining online and offline. If you want to take a peak at where we may go in the conversation, review the questions below. How to Participate.

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Local Community Organization Netsquared 145

Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 16, 2010

Most of us would probably agree that social media indeed can enhance offline events, but does it always? Can social media also diminish offline events? There are so many tools we can use to try and enhance offline events. How can the continuation of conversations held at live events best be continued online?

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Social Media Media Social Offline 135

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Baker presented an engaging and dynamic presentation which emphasized the symbiotic relationship of both online and offline engagement, the power of both to create community, encourage activism, develop branding, and unify those with common goals, both locally and globally. The key concepts behind this are activism and self-organization.

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Conversation San Francisco Online Digital 63

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

The social impact landscape in Romania is complex and exciting – you can see struggle and hope, fear and enthusiasm mixed in every conversation and every presentation. I had the opportunity to facilitate the IT track and had lots of fun poking, prodding, and supporting some really interesting conversations and sharing sessions.

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Romania Facebook Campaign NGO 178

Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 20, 2010

Last night was the first in what will now be a monthly chat for community builders or those interested in learning more about building community, on and offline. tools and tactics that build a loop between offline and online activities. Tags: community events 4change chats community building community management.

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Community Offline Build Grant 120

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 24, 2009

It’s always great to meet offline with folks you’ve already had conversations with online. Tags: interview social entrepreneurs socialmedia video. This past weekend I had the opportunity to be in Rotterdam, Netherlands, for the European Summit. What do you think? What are your answers to Petra’s questions?

Social Media 120

Social Media Interview Netherlands Social 120

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 3, 2009

I asked my Twitter followers for suggestions for questions , I tweeted the key points from the conversation yesterday. He suggests that organizations forget that they're on the Internet and think about what their strategy in offline terms. Think like an offline community grassroots organizer.". Tags: facebook.

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Green Causes Conversation Case Study 50

Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 12, 2010

My latest post for the Stanford Social Innovation Review is now up – you can check it out and join the conversation there ; or read the repost below! —— Last year I used the metaphor of “ gardening vs landscaping &# to outline some of the key attributes I believe make for successful community building, on or offline.

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Build Community Ning Offline 143

Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 11, 2010

I also think we can start with an hour-long slot and use it to stay on topic and drive conversation without people spending a long time with a chat. Even though I’ve selected the topic for this first chat, I haven’t picked the questions that will guide our conversation! Perhaps #4change.commbuild or something? Let me know.

Community 174

Community Build Case Study Phase 174

Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 12, 2009

We all know from offline life experience that you don’t just schedule a meeting, but you have to show up and contribute for the meeting to be successful; you probably also have action items that come out of the meeting that people work on individually and that also draw them back together for another meeting.

Life 100

Life Learning Offline Social 100

Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 7, 2010

You can read the full post and comment on the SSIR blog or be part of the conversation below. Social media is a space where the individual reigns, relationships are required, and conversations are public. That’s not exactly the way business normally goes down offline.

Social Media 102

Social Media Organization Media Fundraising 102

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 4, 2010

Global Scale Purpose: Bonnie and I were inspired by conversations with each other on and offline but knew there were many more people who should be involved in discussing, sharing and learning. This email group is intended as a conversation space to supplement and support the Global Scale Wiki. How to Contribute.

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Global Discussion Wiki NGO 117

Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 3, 2010

You can check out the post and conversation there , or read a copy of the post below. The power of using social media in a local context focuses most directly on just those things that make “local&# different: being “here,&# connecting online and offline, taking action collectively and delivering services.

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Local Global Tools Case Study 143

Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

I’ve written about it , submitted a session proposal with colleague Debra Askanase to the 2011 NTC, and recently had the opportunity to start a conversation on the topic of engaging your community across platforms in a GroupVine message (more information about my use of the tool at the bottom of this post). People are networked.

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Network Influence Platform Offline 140

Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 3, 2010

weeks offline with friends and family for the holidays. 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. Tags: collaboration community 2010 goals planning. I’ve just spent a very wonderful 2.5 My Focus for 2010.

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Collaboration Stats Offline Conversation 137

Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

A day of on and offline events spanning the globe celebrating the Web. OneWebDay opens up techie conversations to everyone. So, for OneWebDay today I wanted to share a few ways that I think we can all help others join the conversation about creating a Web that includes everyone. Today is OneWebDay ! Creating for All.

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Celebrate Web Digital Conversation 164

Nonprofits Source

APRIL 15, 2024

Plus, this type of event offers your organization ample time for one-on-one conversations and relationship-building. Be sure to tag guests and sponsors to further boost engagement and reach! To effectively plan and market your golf tournament among your donors, you’ll want to follow a few key steps: Secure corporate sponsorships.

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Marketing Fundraising Tips Registration 52

Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 7, 2009

Every month, a group called #4Change organizes open & lively conversations about how web-connected communities and our use of social media tools are helping to create change in the world. 4Change Chats are hosted on Twitter – Read “ Join the Conversation ” below for ways to jump into the discussion. Join the Conversation!

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Social Media Twitter Change Media 117

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 20, 2010

This post summarizes the content I shared in my presentation and offers some reflection on the conversational keynote. Marnie also introduced me to social booking and tagging way back in 2004 as the originator of the NpTech Tag. Conversational Key Note. 3: Use conversation starters to engage your target audience.

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Social Media Media Social San Jose 115

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 18, 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. What is your conversation strategy? I'll be there and hope you will be, too.

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Web Bookmarking YouTube NTEN 135

Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 6, 2009

You can read the full post and join the conversation on SSIR here. to share some of what I believe is the core of successful community building (on or offline). You can read the full post and join the conversation on SSIR here. Tags: community strategy communitybuilding online community organizing social networking.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 30, 2007

we're mobilizing a global conversation about the various forms of. Then be sure to tag it "stopcyberbullying" so we can aggregate it. -. Have an offline conversation with someone about it. of everything that's been tagged "stopcyberbullying. via en email from Andy Carvin. I like this call to action!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 20, 2005

Steve and others, just when I thought there was a lull in our conversation about blog communities and blog cross conversations, I noticed this thread on the Digital Divide List (btw, the digital divide network is another example of a community blog). Technorati Tags: digital_divide , blogging_communities , net2 , nptech

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Conversation Community Listserv Technorati 50

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

It’s something I can only wrap my mind around by talking to others and hope that this is a chance to further a very important conversation. and so… The Conversation. There are many who approach the online landscape with very different views than their offline business decisions. Well, it means a lot.

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Myspace Causes Philanthropy Offline 108

Amy Sample Ward

JULY 29, 2010

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 July 29th).

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Web Bookmarking Twitter Social Media 114

Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

Earlier this week, Beth Kanter wrote about how to translate social listening into good twitter conversation that supports your objectives , riffing on David Lipscomb ’s Social Messenger Framework — one of the communications planning tools that he’s made available at RedPed21.com. It all starts with.( read more ).

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Profit Communication Media Offline 60

Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

Part of my role as the Global Community Development Manager at NetSquared is to support and grow our offline organizers from around the world. This offline network, called Net Tuesdays, balances the work we do online to connect all those working at the intersection of technology and social impact. What do you think?

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India Network Netsquared Offline 126

Amy Sample Ward

JULY 1, 2009

You can read the post and participation in the conversation on the SSIR blog here! The piece is reposted below: Have we replicated our offline social dynamics and barriers online? The issues our social service agencies and social benefit organizations are dealing with offline, in local communities, are showing up online.

Community 100

Community Myspace Social Network Demographics 100

Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 9, 2010

You can read the post and join the conversation on the SSIR blog here , or read the copied post below. As organizations or community builders active online, working to practice and create quality engagement, we are often trying to guide, collect or herd conversations and interactions into spaces that we have created or monitor closely.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 3, 2010

The more channels you can use to reach a supporter, the more likely they are to see your updates, to engage in conversation, and to build a positive image of and rapport with your organization. Listen to the conversations and bring what you learn back into new content. Tags: Books Content Guest Post Tips.

Social Media 101

Social Media Content email Websites 101

Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 15, 2009

At the time of this posting, there are already 9,340 blogs contributing to Climate Change conversations today in 150 countries. Blog about Climate Change and start a conversation ( register your blog to show up on the Blog Action Day website ). Tags: events socialchange blog action day blogging climate change environment.

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Action Change Create Environment 100

Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 5, 2009

I have a new post up on the Stanford Social Innovation Review blog and wanted to share it here as well because I think it could start some interesting conversation. we20 wants to inspire people, online, to get together, offline, to talk about ideas to improve our lives and our world. Visit the SSIR blog to add to this conversation!

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