TechImpact

JANUARY 28, 2014

Subscribe to our blog for daily tips and information to help streamline your nonprofit’s tech growth. Google+ hangouts a viable option. The often forgotten social media platform, Google+, is the first to offer its users a unique video chat service to help them connect face to face.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 31, 2014

What ultimately matters is well written, researched, thoughtful, and current information being disseminated and presented in an interesting way. Whether it’s a blog, tweet, or Google+ share, there are common themes that exist between the most successful, and most unsuccessful posts.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 11, 2013

With the advent of cloud computing, gobs of information is undoubtedly thrown your way daily. Much of this information, however, tends to be highly technical, difficult to understand, and can seem as if obtaining an advanced degree in computer engineering is the only way to grasp some of the concepts. Platform as a Service (PaaS).

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Ask yourself what information you need from a donor and stick to it. Asking for too much information, like their full address and dog’s name, can turn some donors away. Name, email address, and their credit card information is most likely enough. Google Analytics is your new best friend. Fewer required fields, the better.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Collecting this type of information and automatically storing it will help you identify stats about the average donation amount, donor demographics, isolate ‘big’ donors, and recognize returning donors, among many other stats–depending on the questions you ask with your forms. Keep it simple. Keep the form distraction free.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Mail, and Google Docs are all examples of cloud-based applications, also known as software as a service (SaaS). By implementing a cloud-based CRM , you are enabling your employees to access information at a moments notice. Image courtesy of entech. Gmail, Yahoo! But what is cloud computing? Green benefits.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

Centralization of information. Because everyone has access to the same information at all times. Working with your cloud vendor, integrating your cloud, and importing your data from your preexisting on-site servers is a breeze.

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TechImpact

MARCH 20, 2014

4 days per week, post on Google+ and Facebook. Because people are not receiving as many posts as they do on Twitter, a constant barrage of updates and information on their Facebook timeline has the potential to earn you a few ‘unlikes’. If not, you will quickly be forgotten. 3 days per week post on Pinterest and Instagram.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 12, 2014

If your nonprofit is not collecting analytics, reporting on them on at least a monthly basis, and continuing to optimize your website according to that information, it’s time to start. Siri and Google Now are poised to change the way mobile phones are used. The big data movement is causing a revolution even on the micro end.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

An updated, educational blog is a perfect way to get more search engine traffic to your website – Google loves fresh, unique content! With all the noise and competing information in the online space, think strategically about how your nonprofit can collect and share stories using social media. 4) Use quotes.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 21, 2014

Their fears have since been assuaged by studies like the IAB/Edelman Native Advertising study that found 60% of consumers want their content to tell them a story, and 90% of consumers would prefer their advertising to be informative on some level. Yes, 80% of social sharing happens on Facebook and Twitter.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Supporter information lifecycle. Developing a plan for analyzing and displaying this type of information is key to retaining supporters. Sharing success stories, fundraising events, mission information, and progress updates through blog posts, videos, and infographics can engage new audiences and retain supporters. Google glass?

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TechImpact

APRIL 8, 2014

This innovative feed provides information about the always changing Facebook algorithm. This is an all encompassing resource provided by Google, exclusively for nonprofits. Want more information to fundraise better? Here are 10 account your nonprofit should be following to maximize the effectiveness of your Twitter. AllFacebook.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 20, 2013

Charts can turn plain text into a visually, expressive piece of information, which is great for persuading donors to donate or showing your supporters your organization’s impact. Google “creative graphs” for ideas of where to start. Visual communication. Chart diversity. There is a wide variety of charts.

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