Nimble AMS

APRIL 17, 2020

Once they join, job opportunities, career advancement, and mentoring remain among the top 10 benefits they value most from their association. These types of capabilities can help you provide member value that is especially needed in tough times.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

When we first started researching the use of AI in nonprofit organizations, we described the key benefit of AI as the “dividend of time.” Researchers have measured the time savings created by generative AI. Yet using AI adoption primarily to maximize time and cost efficiency will only exacerbate the burnout crisis in the sector.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Statistics show that companies with women represented at the top are 50 percent more likely to outperform their peers; they create better client retention, organic growth, and profit,” she adds. For example, how do people benefit from working with me? Tie your self-promotion to the value to the organization.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

For example, a great way to understand their needs is to watch group discussions on your online member community to see what they’re talking about. For example: Thank them for joining your organization. Ask more seasoned members to serve as a mentor or hold a leadership position. Hear what they’re saying. Get them involved.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

Nonprofits should take the time to clearly communicate with volunteers before, during, and after their shift. A few examples of training methods include hands-on training, written materials, online resources, and group discussions. This will make volunteers feel valued and supported, which can lead to greater engagement and retention.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 17, 2021

Faculty are engaging with students in real time using channels , which allows a continuous feedback loop to fine-tune courses throughout the semester. Professors are also creating surveys in Slack, allowing them to gauge student interest and retention of new material. Another example is Melbourne-based RMIT University.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Host a live-streamed orientation session and consider recording it to give volunteers the flexibility to watch it at any time. Consider asking volunteers who have been at your organization for at least six months to lend a hand and become mentors. This also doubles as a great marketing strategy to attract new volunteers.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

They spend time cultivating and engaging donors. Blackbaud’s research, however, shows the average time from the first solicitation to a donor’s first gift is four years, yet the average development officer’s term is only 18–24 months. Spend time with your officers. Professional development officers are relationship builders.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Now is the perfect time to revisit the value you provide your members. Now’s the perfect time to rejuvenate the activities that drive recruitment, engagement, and retention. For example, is your organization regularly sharing industry information to members via your online community?

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

When it’s time for new association management software, you’re not just running away from the old. For example, it can create a call-down list for your membership director of high value members who are most likely to not renew. For example, Nimble AMS allows you to easily build detailed reports and personalized dashboards.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The compromising of these interconnected pieces has led fundraiser retention to become a growing issue for missions. Retaining valuable fundraisers requires managers to lead by example through implementation of the following strategies. Internal mentoring program. Now is the time to invest in fundraising professionals.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

Appeals that make a strong case for why support is needed now – during a crisis and any other time — and how that support will be used to make a demonstrable impact. I tell nonprofits this all the time. Especially during times when the economy is doing somersaults and people are nervous. This is what happened in 2020.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 2, 2020

First, it helps with staff retention rates. While conferences were once the only idea in gaining professional development skills, peer-to-peer mentoring is shown to give the highest output of learned skills. Professional development can be costly at times. PD is crucial to keeping the right people working for your organization.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Volunteers provide nonprofits with the on-the-ground support they need to further their missions, whether that means helping to build homes, providing meals for food-insecure families, mentoring local youths, or cleaning up trash at local parks. For example, perhaps your nonprofit’s mission is to refurbish local community parks.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 17, 2020

Many teams are realizing that an ask at this time could really be a waste of resources, and an emergency plea, unless truly needed, can be seen as opportunistic. Once they have worked through the immediate issues, this is a great time to work with them on creating content. Work on stewardship. Discover new prospects. Read a book.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

It is the principle of donating time and energy towards a greater cause. Volunteering has been traced back to Britain in medieval times where there was an urge to aid the poor and sick. Corporate Corporate volunteerism involves employees contributing their time and talents to assist nonprofits and other charitable organizations.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The season of gratitude is the perfect time to consider how you can make your members feel more appreciated. For example, present them with information and next steps that address their particular needs. But, don’t make it a one-time thing. Here are five great ways to say “thanks”. They’re what make your organization thrive.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Here are five volunteer recruitment tips to help with P2P fundraisers: Reach out to long-time, engaged volunteers. Reach out to long-time, engaged volunteers. Volunteers who have been a part of your organization for a long time are already familiar with your cause and goals. Provide incentives for participation.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 13, 2022

In this article, we’ll explore several aspects of volunteer management: recruitment, coaching, relationship building, and retention. Most of the hypothetical situations or examples we’ll explore will be focused around event committee recruitment and those more complex volunteer roles.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 11, 2020

This guide will walk you through some of the top tips we have for recruiting volunteers during this time and even a list of top virtual volunteer ideas to try out. To inspire and motivate your volunteers during this time, you’ve likely already invested in some sort of volunteer management solution. Prioritize volunteer retention.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Invite them to serve as a mentor, or even hold a leadership position. For example, based on your members’ interests and preferences, you can recommend new industry reports or new services offered by your organization that will help them in their specific career stage. So, how can you get your members more involved? Everyone wins!

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.orgSource

MARCH 25, 2024

I thought I could lead by example, and that was not enough. “I Similarly, goals provide a strategy for working together and prioritizing time and resources. Make time to regularly assess progress and adjust for the unexpected. Ask how your colleagues spend their spare time. I called a staff meeting.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

For example, if you are a health-based organization, you can tailor event elements to help participants honor loved ones affected by the cause. Email addresses tend to change over time, so instead of relying on matching-back email addresses to determine your repeat participants, you might as well just ask. Repeat Participation.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). So, decide today to secure a mentor who will work with you during 2011.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). A mentor always exercises the power of suggestion. They pose alternatives.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Examples of well-known associations abound, spanning pretty much any industry you can think of. Two well-known examples are the American Medical Association (AMA), which advocates for healthcare professionals and patient care and the American Bar Association (ABA), which represents the legal profession.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

But bottom line is we want to hear from you because we’re going to save a little bit of time at the end for Q&A. What have I learned over my time, but especially over the last year of doing this podcast? And maybe not take everything so seriously because life is serious and life is hard, but we should be having a good time.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 9, 2022

If so, your challenge may be with volunteer engagement and creating meaningful experiences for volunteers so they’re willing to give their time. . Volunteers have the power to save your association time and money. You ultimately hope to increase volunteer engagement and bolster recruitment and retention. billion hours.

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Nonprofits Source

DECEMBER 15, 2023

For example, members who are deeply engaged can be more likely to refer their friends and colleagues. While impactful, gathering and analyzing member data to build these personalized experiences can be time-consuming and labor-intensive. Why not apply the same principles to your association’s engagement strategy?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). 3 Coaching And Mentoring Tips How To Avoid 8 Common Performance Evaluation Pitfa.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 12, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). 3 Coaching And Mentoring Tips How To Avoid 8 Common Performance Evaluation Pitfa.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 30, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Okay, thats really not too surprising during these times of high unemployment.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Rating someone based on a short time period instead of the entire evaluation period 8.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

And we’re going to save time at the end for Q&A. So I don’t want to take any time away from, Jesse. I’ll reference this a couple more times throughout. Some of them are just incredible experts and I had mentors and I had community and I wasn’t in it alone. A lot of you already have.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). 3 Coaching And Mentoring Tips How To Avoid 8 Common Performance Evaluation Pitfa.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). 3 Coaching And Mentoring Tips How To Avoid 8 Common Performance Evaluation Pitfa.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

They are in one or many channels and your job as a nonprofit marketer is to deliver the right message to them at the right time—ultimately convincing them to spend their attention, time, and money with you. Deliver the right message to the right person at the right time – on the right channel. So, what can you do?

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