Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 27, 2015

Methods and Metrics for Assessing Civic Tech, Guest post by Anne Whatley, Network Impact. It’s important to engage your full team, especially tech development staff, early in evaluation planning to ensure that systems are in place to capture the data you’ll need to track progress and assess results. Guides to Civic Tech Assessment.

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Qgiv

JULY 17, 2023

With that, here are three starting points for activating DEI in your organization: Provide the tools Normalize feedback Evaluate and Reevaluate 1. Normalize Feedback Use the technique of calling in and calling out. The method that best sustains communication in this space is two-sided.

Activities 97

Activities Active Activism Organization 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 1, 2016

This is a session where you’ll be an active participant in your learning and will leave ready to apply lots of practical tips and techniques that will give your trainings more impact. Group Polling Techniques and Tools. Facilitation Methods and Techniques. Design Thinking As Instructional Technique. Evaluation.

Training 50

Training Train San Jose Instructional Design 50

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

The skill, of course, is hosting a Giving Day and we are now looking at processes, techniques, and ideas for follow up and assessment. My colleague, blogger Michele Martin has this well-researched deck with many more examples of methods for doing a process evaluation and reflective practice.

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Reflection Practice Results Storytelling 119

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 5, 2014

There are a wealth of theories, ideas, and methods covered, for example the “ SAVI ” model for designing exercises that help learners embrace learning in different styles. From Analysis to Evaluation: Tools, Tips, and Techniques from Trainers. It can help people learn faster and in a more fun and natural way.

Training 114

Training Train Technology Instructional Design 114

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2013

Descriptions of key digital measurement concepts, terminology and analysis techniques. Deep-dives into Google Analytics reports with specific examples for evaluating your digital marketing performance. Guidance on how to build an effective measurement plan. Best practices for collecting actionable data.

Analytics 106

Analytics Google Digital Free 106

NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

The idea more is to see what is working for others to see if it is something that can be replicated without appearing you are simply copying their techniques. The method for making that happen is consistent, but not obtrusive, involvement. Everyone is working towards a noble cause. Ensure Emails Are Branded.

Marketing 89

Marketing Data Strategy Test 89

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

I’ll be doing a session with colleagues Danette Peters and Roberto Cremonini on Outcomes, Impact, and Communication where will not only share some case studies and techniques for outcome-based evaluation, but model some small group facilitation techniques for the process. LUMA Institute: March 19-20th.

Conference 113

Conference San Diego New York City Social Media 113

Gyrus

JULY 21, 2016

Also, do not be afraid to give your employees some supervised free-reign; let them try new ways to approach reoccurring problems with alternative methods and comprehension. This can include advanced sales techniques, introductions to hidden product features, and techniques to hone their craft dependent on their job title and responsibilities.

Culture 60

Culture Learning Create Industry 60

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Here I used a classic, simple technique of asking people to share burning questions in small groups and generated a list of the themes/questions with the full group. I’m always relieved when the questions match the content, but you also have to point out where you will go deep and what may not be addressed.

Activities 105

Activities Active Activism Integration 105

Gyrus

MAY 12, 2016

Today’s tech-savvy, social and mobile learners are no longer interested in traditional classroom training and demand learning techniques that blends best with their current working style and outlook. This is why gamification in e-Learning is fast emerging as an effective technique to engage learners. Mobile learning.

Online Learning 56

Online Learning Trend Learning Online 56

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 17, 2013

Jarche mentions some techniques from three different curators on how to add value. Practice and experiment: Read the article and try the technique and describe how it worked or didn’t for you. Evaluating: Rate and rank items in your collection. Crediting & Attributing: Giving credit to the original source.

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Content San Francisco Technique Skills 123

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 31, 2011

When the issue of interest moves from measurement for accountability/compliance to #evaluation for learning from Karcsig. I like to use a combined method. This approach is not about counting dollar signs, but about feedback loops which is discussed in Michael Quinn Patton’s new book on Developmental Evaluation.

Story 121

Story Data Analysis Measure 121

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 11, 2010

This year, we are experimenting with incorporating social media techniques as part of the evaluation process for the second America’s Giving Challenge. What techniques are you using? How have you used social media to personalize your interactions with potential supporters? Does it work?

Case Study 89

Case Study Social Media Conversation Studies 89

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 3, 2011

I’m the lead for Zoetica where my role is to deliver training, advise on the curriculum and coaching methods, model transparency, and serve as meta network weaver. The morning used the World Cafe technique. I first met Juanita Brown who created the method through my blog in 2006. Photo by SMEXbeirut. 2. Photo by SMEXbeirut.

Social Media 93

Social Media Media Technique Tunisia 93

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 15, 2012

My sessions were integrated into the various leadership, visioning process for women’s rights, curriculum development, and evaluation methods modules throughout the week as networked and social media skills were not the main focus. I have read a lot about these methods , but you cannot really under it until you experience it.

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Rwanda Social Media Training Train 113

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

The convening used participatory methods to identify topics for small group conversations related to the theme and was expertly facilitated by Allen Gunn from Aspiration. ( I wrote a reflection last week about the facilitation techniques here ). Brand and reputation monitoring for a nonprofit or foundation. Disaster work.

Social Media 100

Social Media Channel Data Media 100

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 10, 2011

Maybe the scaffolding for learning in public for an evaluation goes something like this: Transparent: This is the first step to make learning products visible. Maybe it takes the form of collaboratively interupting the results of the evaluation. What are the techniques and methods for moving people up the ladder?

Public 103

Public Learning Wiki Taxonomy 103

Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

Then, evaluate what donor acquisition and engagement strategies worked and what didn’t. . Use your CRM and fundraising software to compile reports that include data like how users found your donation form, their giving method and amount, and if they engaged with you online or in person. New, lapsed, or at-risk donors. .

Campaign 98

Campaign Effective Fundraising Nonprofit 98

NTEN

OCTOBER 12, 2011

When the issue of interest moves from measurement for accountability/compliance to #evaluation for learning – from Karcsig. I like to use a combined method. Some of the techniques include analyzing narrative data in a structured way to test and refine a theory of change. The above shows the methods.

Story 74

Story Data Analysis Structure 74

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2014

” ADDIE is an instructional design method that stands for Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The design is a description of how you will use the time slots – goals, content, instructional activities, materials, technology, documentation, and evaluation. This is evaluation.

Instructional Design 111

Instructional Design Instruction Instructional Training 111

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 28, 2011

The nonprofit is using one or more social media tools consistently, but it is not strategic because it isn’t linked to a communications strategy, campaign, or program plan. Also, best practices on tools and techniques are part of the organizational skill set. Also, as with all frameworks, the reality is messy.

Social Media 101

Social Media Practice Media Social 101

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 1, 2015

This process of reflection is embedded in the organization’s working style, not a random moment of inspiration after a program evaluation is completed. Everyone on staff understands that the questions are the best teachers and in an effort to sustain learning articulate questions and seek answers to those questions.

Culture 50

Culture Data Create Reflection 50

Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Learn from direct response – Study annual appeals, door knocking, and other methods that inspire immediate action. Elements to include when studying techniques that inspire immediate action and applying those lessons: Analyze effective ad appeals – what motivates rapid response? Apply those lessons.

Lesson 59

Lesson Fundraising Digital Test 59

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 2, 2015

These include a review of the year’s accomplishments and two techniques that help you focus on your goals: Peter Bregman’s theme for the year , and Chris Brogan’s “ My Three Words.” I also throughout the month of January review my work routines and systems and redesign or tweak to improve productivity.

Instructional Design 50

Instructional Design Facilitation San Antonio North Carolina 50

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2009

If you are using a RSS reader, evaluate if it is still works for you. It can help you evaluate whether a tool is really valuable. Live in a tool or technique for at least month before adding something new. Use Time Management Techniques. Learn the techniques of simplify and apply to your social media use.

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Awareness Tips Social Media RSS 100

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 10, 2011

I’d be curious to see a benchmarking study on nonprofits on this topic that looks at how nonprofits apply measurement techniques and tools to improve their programs and demonstrate impact, including social media measurement. Does not have a dashboard or simple collection method. Does not know where to start. Often overwhelmed.

Results 95

Results Data Charlotte Measure 95

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 14, 2009

I've summarized a couple of the tips he offers about methods for testing. (1) 1) The First Test: KISS: The first experiment should be simple from an idea, execution, and measurement and use A/B method. This is a technique for testing two or more versions. (2) Do it to learn what works or doesn't. . (4)

Analytics 94

Analytics Web Screencast Metrics 94

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 4, 2011

Simply put, being a content curator is a method to help you stay informed about your field and be more effective at your job. Susan Kistler has an example with evaluation resources. Susan Kistler has curated this list on Evaluation. Beyond most curation tools’ capability, BagTheWeb enables users to build networks of bags.

Content 139

Content Skills Feeds Tutorial 139

Gyrus

OCTOBER 14, 2016

If you are evaluating your compliance training and you feel that it is just a little too stale or that people are not comprehending all of the aspects currently in your learning mix. It may be time to consider changing your delivery method. Why are you transitioning the content over to the new media in the first place?

Training 60

Training Train Game Fun 60

Neon CRM

JANUARY 23, 2024

Major donor prospecting is a research technique used by fundraisers to uncover donor data that will help determine giving capacity and willingness to donate. Once you’ve mastered this part of the process, you can expand your search outwards and evaluate donors who tend to support specific programs. Why Implement It?

Gift 52

Gift Strategy Raise Database 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

I was thrilled to work with the Brainerd Foundation staff to help design and facilitate a design lab using techniques based on Luma Institute methods earlier this month. The process for the one and half day lab used techniques that fall into these categories: Looking and Observing: Unpacking the Context for 21 st Century Advocacy.

Design 50

Design Strategy Facilitation Advocacy 50

Double the Donation

OCTOBER 25, 2021

How do we deal with different payment methods? Listen for matching gift asks during calls and provide guidance to improve techniques. Plus, if your request process is standardized, you’re in a better position to evaluate and adjust according to the results. Gift confirmation: Success! How do we close the deal?

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Guide Script Tips Gift 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2009

The focus was on learning about "Network Effectiveness" and the specific topics included strategies for network impact, approaches to evaluating networks and tools for accelerating and assessing network impact. I wondered whether the more general learnings about network effectiveness and evaluating networks would be considered confidential?

Network 88

Network Impact Louisville Social 88

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 4, 2016

These include a review of the year’s accomplishments and focus setting: Peter Bregman’s theme for the year , and Chris Brogan’s “ My Three Words .” This year, I’m adding a technique from Gretchen Rubin, author of the Happiness Project to establish and track good habits on a monthly basis.

Iowa 50

Iowa Facilitation Teach San Antonio 50

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 16, 2023

2) Always Be Evaluating To ensure that healthy Leadership Alignment actually leads to excellence, there is just one question, the most important question, that brand leaders must ask every single day: “Is it true?” There are techniques for low effort, high value content sourcing from the wonderful people you work with and for.

Leadership 199

Leadership Strategy Nonprofit Collaboration 199

Wild Apricot

JUNE 27, 2008

Effective Knowledge Transfer and Exchange for Nonprofit Organizations: A Framework, from Imagine Canada (formerly the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy), provides a framework to help nonprofits plan, conduct, and evaluate their efforts at knowledge transfer and exchange. Evaluation. logs and evaluation forms â??

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Knowledge Effective PDF Evaluation 60