sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Volunteer engagements provide a unique opportunity to make progress toward organizational goals around diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as well. The post The Role of Volunteerism in a DEI Strategy first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. However, what if our volunteering opportunities could go one step further?

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 4, 2023

That’s one of the perks of leadership. Encouraging a colleague to shoot for that sought-after certification, offering advice on an important project, or simply inspiring the confidence to see future potential, are the less visible activities that make leadership meaningful. Helping others to rise can be even more rewarding.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Each year, after reading and reviewing dozens of new leadership books, I select my pick for the year's best new leadership book. For 2023, after reading nearly 40 leadership books, my pick for this year’s best new leadership book is When Everyone Leads. Leadership is interactive, risky, and experimental.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Whether you’re just starting out or already have a Board in place, you need to understand the role of your nonprofit’s Board so you can support people to understand and fulfill their roles and responsibilities. Let’s look at the 10 basic roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit Board of Directors.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 8, 2024

The IT department didn’t always have a spot at the leadership table. That dramatic entrance has changed the role of CTOs. Although leadership courses may be part of more recent IT management degrees, relationship building is a skill that requires commitment and practice. Technology took center stage.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Fouks takes on this leadership role at CDR with over 20 years of experience in client services and consulting with nonprofits. In her new role, Fouks will lead strategic planning initiatives for key clients, focusing primarily on goals and objectives.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Understanding the challenges BIPOC leadership face in the nonprofit sector One of the primary challenges BIPOC leaders face is limited access to funding.As This plays a crucial role in setting the direction and strategy of an organization, and can help to ensure that the organization is serving the needs of the community.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

What’s the first lesson of Leadership 101? And, without self-awareness, it’s impossible to be a role model for others. More objective decision-making—Clarity about your own goals, values, and priorities makes tough decisions easier and will give you confidence in your choices. Begin with yourself. Be the change.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Have you taken the time to assess your expertise as a development professional from a leadership perspective? Due to this collective mastery, your work offers an invaluable skill set that uniquely positions development professionals for leadership at nonprofit and philanthropic agencies. Organized recordkeeping is key.

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Donorbox

JANUARY 30, 2023

Nonprofit leadership helps direct a nonprofit toward meeting its organizational goals while inspiring staff and volunteers to effectively take on the challenges they encounter at work. The leadership of a nonprofit is primarily its Board of Directors.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Over the next few posts, I’m going to explore how AI grounded in EI can be your association’s superpower helping you accomplish those New Year’s goals and bring out the best in every team. I see the role of associations in society contracting. In this moment, the intersection of logic and emotion deserves our focused attention.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

By Jessica Fox , writer at Eventgroove – a one-stop, integrated platform for events, fundraisers, and e-commerce driven to help its customers amplify their brand and reach their goals. Then, you can refine your programs to better meet participants’ needs and goals based on data-driven insights.

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.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

Revelio Labs’ 2023 report on the state of DEI and the impact of last year’s layoffs, found that DEI-focused roles “experienced a nearly 40% churn rate at companies engaged in layoffs, as compared to about 24% for non-DEI roles.” Low commitment from senior leadership and volunteers.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 23, 2024

With over 20 years of experience in B2B, B2B2C, and B2G technology space and over 10 years of executive leadership, I have extensive understanding in how to lead cross-functional teams. It all comes down to how you foster a culture of accountability with your team members.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 14, 2024

In her previous role, Sue had limited interaction with other teams in the organization. The key to leadership in the digital age is empathy. “The key to leadership in the digital age is empathy. The digital age is all about leadership. ” Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn made this observation.

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.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

Even when board members come to the job with some financial background, they may not be familiar with nonprofit accounting standards , their new leadership responsibilities, or your organization’s statements. The treasurer and the finance committee also have important roles to play. Younger members in particular may need coaching.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Slowing down the hiring process to help you better choose the right candidate for any role, every time. Acknowledging people for their individual contributions and getting to know them beyond their roles. Empowering employees to make decisions and guiding them in their personal goals for professional achievement. Compassion.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 28, 2024

Here’s how you can apply this principle to your leadership: 1. Foster a culture of accountability As you work to effectively communicate your vision with your team, try holding each team member accountable for their role in executing the strategy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2022

As CEO of Unilever, he implemented the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan to achieve a bold social and environmental goal while doubling profits. Polman had distinct metrics, targets, and roles to separate financial and social targets and track each. Think ABCD – Assumptions, Boundaries, Comfort and Dynamics.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

The authors define middle managers as the people who are at least once removed from the front line and at least a layer below the senior leadership. Advance in title and compensation but not be promoted outside of any manager role, where they’ll make the most impact. Focus on people rather than procedures.

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.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2024

Align Strategy and Marketing Align strategic goals with marketing initiatives , and ensure that all teams understand their role and responsibility to deliver results.orgSource Vice President Marketing Communications, Jane Pearson, offers this advice: “The marketing department is not just an external brand ambassador.

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 30, 2024

Larger donations play important roles in fundraising success, especially since major gifts of more than $1,000 account for 85% of the average nonprofit’s revenue. The challenge here, though, is that many nonprofits don’t (or can’t) consistently pursue major gifts while juggling many other day-to-day needs and goals.

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.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

Their advice about strategy, leadership, and digital business is still ahead of its time. If your leadership style could use fine-tuning to meet the moment, consider this sampler of advice from our contributors. Set clear expectations and roles from the beginning. Both books were written before the pandemic’s curveball.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 1, 2020

The authors of this leadership book recommend that you don't read their book cover to cover. That's because I found, The Little Book of Leadership Development , by Scott J. What you'll find is basically 50 one- to two-page chapters, each highlighting a leadership tip. But, if you're like me, you'll read the book that way.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 22, 2022

posted by Brittney Riedinger Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. The lack of diversity in our country’s leadership has become a topic of scrutiny in recent years, and the nonprofit sector is not exempt from the problem. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Disparities in access to mentorship programs.

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Association Analytics

MAY 11, 2021

Then it’s time to begin a process for addressing that data, rather than setting an unrealistic goal to fix everything. While it is valuable for organizations to compile analysis questions from staff, members, volunteers, and board leadership, that alone is not an effective starting point for building a data strategy. Just Get Started.

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Bloomerang

MAY 28, 2024

That means that there are many men and women in our profession who are beginning roles with new employers. Start by having thoughtful conversations with your supervisor that help you establish stretch-but-realistic goals and objectives. Review progress on these goals and objectives at least quarterly.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 6, 2021

“By focusing in specific ways on five key leadership elements — Purpose, Process, People, Presence, and Peace —you can increase your time, capacity, energy, and ultimately your leadership impact,” explains Amy Jen Su , author of the book, The Leader You Want To Be: Five Essential Principles for Bringing Out Your Best Self—Every Day.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

posted by Krisa Duff Spring 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Leadership styles such as coaching, delegating, and directing, impact the leader and employee office relationships. Leadership styles such as coaching, delegating, and directing, impact the leader and employee office relationships.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

Nonprofit leaders need to commit to a mindset of continuous learning and professional development to remain relevant and effective in their current roles. Reflect on your strengths, weaknesses, and professional goals to identify areas for improvement and growth.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 5, 2024

If you want to create a heart culture and a people-first culture at your workplace, read the book, Advisory Leadership , by Greg Friedman. Slowing down the hiring process to help you better choose the right candidate for any role, every time. Honesty and Integrity. Leading by example and encouraging open and honest communication.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 6, 2018

If Skip the resolutions and let’s talk about goal setting for your nonprofit. July 1 represents a new fiscal year for many nonprofits, a time to review programs and previous goals to be sure they’re aligned with the mission and to establish new benchmarks. From WHY comes strategic planning and goal setting. posted by Jarrett R.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 9, 2018

Slowing down the hiring process to help you better choose the right candidate for any role, every time. Acknowledging people for their individual contributions and getting to know them beyond their roles. Empowering employees to make decisions and guiding them in their personal goals for professional achievement. Compassion.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 20, 2024

Identifying your organization’s objectives and defining specific goals for your AMS implementation will help you achieve success faster. Set your AMS implementation goals to advance these aims. Begin by considering your top technological priority. Maybe you want to enhance the member experience or to advance staff processes?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2019

By Alec Green , Chief Marketing Evangelist at NonprofitReady.org , an online hub of 400+ free online courses in topics ranging from fundraising to grant writing, leadership to program management. Whether you’re searching for a new role or planning your long-term career, watch this interview with a nonprofit career coach.

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2024

Retaining top performers is likely a measure of your effectiveness and success in your role. Assess your goals and incentive structures. Effective goal-setting can be a powerful retention tactic by building feedback, development, and engagement into day-to-day work, both at the team-wide and individual levels.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 12, 2023

Your membership committee plays a vital role in your association—guiding conversations about key membership benefits, identifying potential member pain points , and strategizing solutions to better support your members. Members who serve on the committee have a range of backgrounds and experiences making them fit for leadership.

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