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Lessons Learned Living the Virtual Experiment

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Groups that developed a structure and schedule for online meetings managed their time and effort more efficiently. We learned that having a history of shared values and expectations for behavior makes for healthier virtual environments. We were in the office full-time pre-COVID, so we had a strong internal culture.

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Beyond Bronze, Silver, and Gold—Grow Success With Purpose

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It’s a more challenging operating environment for associations. Build Value “In an increasingly competitive environment, the priorities may need to be realigned,” Garth noted. It’s interesting to consider how to strike a balance between external and internal outreach. The tiered structure is a trap I’d stay clear of.

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Developing a Product Mindset for Impact

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We’re pleased to be seeing a growing focus on products and product strategy among government agencies and nonprofit organizations, developing products and approaches that advance progress in health, the environment, and beyond. Mission-Driven Product Examples Products can be websites, but not all websites are products.

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How can nonprofits acquire skilled talent to better achieve their mission?

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If a nonprofit wants to achieve the full scope of capability, then they must have the skilled talent that can reach it by providing a fair and competitive compensation in an already stressed environment. If an organization is willing to invest in a positive and extensive support structure, it is likely leadership will follow.

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8 Steps for Creating a Nonprofit Innovation Culture

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Trust: A trusting environment ensures your team feels comfortable sharing their ideas and asking questions. By creating a culture that leaves room for innovation, you will be able to improve how your nonprofit operates and makes decisions, benefitting both your internal and external audiences.

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To Survive a Crisis, Lean Into Trust—CEOs Share Pandemic Stories

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We were in the office full-time pre-COVID, so we had a strong internal culture,” Kristine noted. Now we’ve moved to a hybrid work structure, requiring that everyone be in office at least two days per week. Exploring new strategies tied to market demands and the ever-changing environment is critical. Our plan isn’t perfect.

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Michelle’s RiseUP Fellowship Experience: RiseUP Fellow to Full Time Employee

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That is a loaded question so I’ll opt out for something with a little more structure—what did the RiseUP Fellowship teach me? The RiseUP fellowship taught me the value of mentorship, environment, ownership, and risk-taking. The Value of Environment. . What was my experience like during the program? The Value of Mentorship. .