Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 14, 2019

If you are leading an organization and are the last person to interview a candidate, focus your questions more on trying to see if the person is a cultural fit. Here are a few questions to pose to potential new hires (from the book, Advisory Leadership : What motivates you? What are you passionate about?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 24, 2019

If you are leading an organization and are the last person to interview a candidate, focus your questions more on trying to see if the person is a cultural fit. Here are a few questions to pose to potential new hires (from the book, Advisory Leadership : What motivates you? What are you passionate about?

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

And, without self-awareness, it’s impossible to be a role model for others. “ Discover Yourself Both views are important for leaders who want to create positive cultures and strong teams. You can’t rely on staffers in your organization to fill this role. Ask open-ended questions that invite feedback and follow-up.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the new roles like this, “An integrated strategic plan gives everyone in the organization a voice, especially the professionals from marketing and membership. The board plays the central role of visionary. What has changed over time? Be clear about accountability.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 14, 2024

For example, the answer to the question “Tell me about a project that you’re proud of” usually gets more weight in a job interview than the response to “Describe what you like best and least about your most recent position.” In her previous role, Sue had limited interaction with other teams in the organization. We all tend to label.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 4, 2019

If you are leading an organization and are the last person to interview a candidate, focus your questions more on trying to see if the person is a cultural fit. Here are a few questions to pose to potential new hires (from the book, Advisory Leadership : What motivates you? What are you passionate about?

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Imagine you’re teed up for a jackpot question on Jeopardy. Although 73% of participants agreed that accelerating trends would require fundamental changes in the roles of associations. Yet, the organization was able to grow that narrow cause into the larger role of supporting maternal and infant health. The response surprised me.

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.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the new roles like this, “An integrated strategic plan gives everyone in the organization a voice, especially the professionals from marketing and membership. The board plays the central role of visionary. What has changed over time? Be clear about accountability.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Most of the answers to today’s business questions involve technology. Our board’s primary role is fiduciary, and they also guide our strategy. It’s not just a question of demographics. Leaders must be willing to do homework in order to be able to ask good questions.” An analog mindset won’t produce effective solutions.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 10, 2023

Focus on your association’s culture to sharpen your mission and values Nancy MacRae, the CEO of the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA,) led a session titled “Connecting Culture, Vision and Values.” MacRae highlighted ENA’s internal Culture Journey, sharing about the years of numerous leadership transitions. Partnerships.

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.orgSource

MARCH 18, 2024

There are endless unanswered questions about where technology, and particularly AI, will take us, our lifestyles, and our careers. Both are steeped in the world of associations and are avid students of strategy, business, and culture beyond this industry. Our lost innocence isn’t a bad thing. Yes, he worked on space lasers!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 7, 2017

Recently, I was invited to participate in a staff “Lunch and Learn,” by Connor Diemand-Yauman , CEO of Philanthropy University , about building a culture of wellbeing in the nonprofit workplace and capacity building. ” I asked Connor about how they use this particular cultural nudge and cue.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Your audit might explore any, or all of, these seven areas: Technology systems Policies and procedures Security Productivity Communication Culture Professional development How you present this initiative to your employees is critical. IT specialists will also play a significant role. It’s wise to involve a cross-section of employees.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 18, 2017

Last week, I was honored to do several workshops hosted by the Fund for Santa Barbara on how nonprofits can link a culture of well being to outcomes based on my book, The Happy Healthy Nonprofit: Strategies for Impact without Burnout. Crisis As Workplace Culture. Culture becomes one of detachment and disengagement.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 19, 2022

Is your association staff satisfied in their current roles? Here are seven tips to get feedback from your employees by conducting a staff survey: What questions to ask when designing a survey for staff . You’ll learn if they are satisfied in their current role and what steps your organization can take to improve the situation.

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.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

We were living in the midst of cultural, technological, and economic instability long before the pandemic. Scenario planning aids in exploring these six core questions: Why are we engaged in planning now? To hear Sharon describe the approach to each of these questions, listen to her webinar.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

One of the best ways to attract talent is by creating a culture that encourages retention from the get-go. Define roles and responsibilities clearly Defining roles and responsibilities ensures that potential candidates have a precise understanding of your organization’s expectations and protects against any surprises.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

One of the best ways to attract talent is by creating a culture that encourages retention from the get-go. Define roles and responsibilities clearly Defining roles and responsibilities ensures that potential candidates have a precise understanding of your organization’s expectations and protects against any surprises.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

Advance in title and compensation but not be promoted outside of any manager role, where they’ll make the most impact. Emily Field Bryan Hancock Bill Schaninger The authors share these additional insights with us: Question: Why are middle managers uniquely positioned to impact an organization’s daily performance and overall strategic success?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

It requires more effort and research to plan your own itinerary, find local experiences, and connect with the culture. Respond to comments and questions to show you are listening. Recognize their contributions and acknowledge their role in your mission’s success. Authenticity builds trust.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2016

If you are leading an organization and are the last person to interview a candidate, focus your questions more on trying to see if the person is a cultural fit. Here are a few questions to pose to potential new hires (from the book, Advisory Leadership : What motivates you? What are you passionate about?

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Bloomerang

MAY 30, 2023

In his latest book, best-selling author Seth Godin tackles the question “What makes a great job?” He approaches this question with curiosity, humanity, and a modern day socioeconomic landscape. But his book delves deeper into workplace culture, roles, expectations and work product. And naturally, research.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Organizations that recognize XQ as a strategic imperative can more fully leverage their talent and transform their cultures by scaling the assets that exist across their people,” explains Kaplan. Transform organizational culture. Question: What can help advance one's XQ awareness and abilities? Enhance personal growth.

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

Whether you’re looking to level up your fundraising skills, invest in innovation, improve your nonprofit’s culture, or take better care of your colleagues and yourself, these 15 books can help you make the difference you desire this year. Foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 2, 2017

"Connection is what transforms a dog-eat-dog environment into a sled-dog team that pulls together," says Michael Lee Stallard , author of the new book, Connection Culture. In addition, the five primary reasons connection cultures need to be a high priority are that employees who feel connected: Perform at the top of their game.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

Authors Anish Batlaw and Ram Charan provide you through these case studies a guide for how to take a data driven approach and playbook to identifying, hiring and investing in the right people, placing them in the right roles, and then setting them up for success. Build a culture of extreme collaboration.

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.orgSource

MARCH 20, 2023

You probably know the answer to this question. Unfortunately, despite the hefty price tag, the mechanics are meaningless without the philosophy, strategy, and culture that maximizes those tools. The expectation for immediate responses to complex online questions and queries is only going to increase. Is there more to accomplish?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 28, 2015

If you are leading an organization and are the last person to interview a candidate, focus your questions more on trying to see if the person is a cultural fit. Here are a few questions to pose to potential new hires (from the new book, Advisory Leadership : What motivates you? What are you passionate about?

Interview 40

Interview Question Leadership Culture 40

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. When staff are able to map out what the AI can do and what they can do, they get a view of their job role that they have never had before. The path may seem daunting, but the key is to start with your people.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 9, 2024

We’ll also discuss taking DEIAB from a one-off training to a sustainable part of your culture. This typically involves an assessment of the organization’s culture, which includes interviewing people, conducting surveys, and reviewing policies and collateral. DEIAB principles should permeate through the entire culture of your nonprofit.

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.orgSource

JUNE 5, 2023

When each board member is a different nationality, everyone arrives at the table with their own cultural expectations. When you return to a traditional role or bring in partners for a new business, you’ll be appropriately positioned to meet the future.” Asking questions is another great way to make connections.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 21, 2017

Awhile back, the Harvard Business Review published some great questions that Gilt Groupe CEO Kevin Ryan asks when he is checking references. His main seven honest-feedback-extracting-questions (and follow-ups) are: Would you hire this person again? In what type of culture, environment, and role can you see this person excelling?

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Once we embrace knowledge work, not as a technical task but as social construction, we then start to ask exciting questions about relationships, purpose, and movement. Professionals tasked with a knowledge role often organize what feels like chaos—to create structure and focus attention on the most important information.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Are you asking the right questions? We begin each data dive by asking “Why” and then ensure we ask the right questions to guide us down the right path. One of the principles of A More Beautiful Question is to continue to question your questions until you get to the more beautiful question for the problem you are trying to solve. “A

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Culture Eats Big Data for Lunch – Guest Post by Steve MacLaughlin. These are some of the questions that I set out to answer in my new book Data Driven Nonprofits. The business management guru Peter Drucker is often quoted as saying “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” Now, culture is also an overused term these days.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

In heart-based cultures, people feel safe pushing back and improving each other’s ideas. When we started writing, we were inspired by the question: What separates truly transformational leaders from the rest of the pack? How can leaders positively steer company culture, especially if there is a long way to go?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 31, 2014

Awhile ago, the Harvard Business Review published some great questions that Gilt Groupe CEO Kevin Ryan asks when he is checking references. His main seven honest-feedback-extracting-questions (and follow-ups) are: Would you hire this person again? In what type of culture, environment, and role can you see this person excelling?

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