Connection Cafe

MARCH 15, 2021

And the most pressing task is to teach people how to learn.” – Peter Drucker. So how can you, in the words of Peter Drucker, “teach people how to learn?” By leaning into your staff members’ desire to learn by implementing virtual training courses, you can see benefits such as: Improved Staff Retention Rates.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

This guide will teach you what you need to know to get your new organization up and running. Determine the type of leadership your nonprofit would benefit from What skills or connections would you like board members to have? Write job descriptions. Identify skill requirements. Hold interviews.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Baird and Sullivan further share that since 2020, over 40 million Americans have left their jobs. That’s why companies with the best retention, morale, and productivity are led by leaders with heart. Instead of finding a job that fits a person’s gift, companies are quick to fire people rather than find the right role.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 16, 2023

That’s why companies with the best retention, morale, and productivity are led by leaders with heart. Instead of finding a job that fits a person’s gift, companies are quick to fire people rather than find the right role. When it comes to leadership, why is empathy even more crucial today than it was five or even two years ago?

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

92% of job roles are not aligned with behavioral skills, making it more likely that a person’s job is a less-than-ideal match with their personality. Most nonprofit jobs seem to be a dead end. Nonprofits remain concerned about employee retention and fit. Take an inventory of all job descriptions within your organization.

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Bloomerang

MAY 3, 2021

If you don’t want to waste your donor acquisition resources, you need to double up on your donor retention resources. If $5/month may not accomplish the entire job, describe how monthly gifts add up to a specific, tangible impact. Let me remind you only 2 out of 10 first-time donors renew. Only 6 out of 10 ongoing donors renew.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 26, 2016

employee engagement numbers for June 2016, only a third of workers are engaged with their job. Deloitte’s 2016 Impact Survey found that skills-based volunteering presents an opportunity for employees to develop their professional and leadership skills, and often results in increased productivity, and ultimately increased employee retention.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 19, 2023

Since then, Magnuson has provided his leadership insights multiple times for my blog and in 2020, I named his book, Stand Out! , as the best new leadership and business book for that year. I started the Everyday Leadership blog 11 years ago. I guess you could say my leadership engine was all revved up.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 4, 2010

Both organizations have demonstrated leadership in embracing social media. My teaching style has been influenced by constructivism in short - less "sage on the stage" and "more guide on the side" and that learners should be actively involved in their learning process. I do a lot of small group and share pair exercises.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

He offers courses, consulting, and coaching to transform your organization and your leadership. Every tactic here is as much about retention and appreciation as it is about perks. If you are with a job training program, maybe you make a bookmark that is focused on job interview tips. These exist already!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 18, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Wednesday, August 18, 2010 Plan Monthly Job Learning Days Having your employees learn more about what their fellow employees do is invaluable. When everyone knows how each job/position on your team fits together, your team can accomplish so much more.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2021

It’s too easy to think you’re doing a good job with fundamental strategies just because you know what they are. For example, simply saying “we prioritize major gifts” or “we focus on donor retention” isn’t helpful without understanding specifically how you’re doing so and then tracking and measuring your results so you can improve. .

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sgEngage

APRIL 25, 2022

Improved staff and volunteer retention rates, fundraising and donor stewardship outcomes, and training engagement come to mind. Key stakeholders refer to the people who need to “sign off” on your course, such as your nonprofit’s board and executive leadership. Assembling Your E-Learning Team . Key Stakeholders .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Wednesday, August 11, 2010 Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books? I am amidst reading leadership books, but if I didn't have the time, this list would indeed be perfect! The answer is yes. Great post Eric.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 15, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro. "Great Places To Work" Employee Perks New Book Shows You How To Set A Goal And Then Reac.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 9, 2022

The aim of conducting a volunteer survey is to gain statistically beneficial answers, while simultaneously empowering them and bolstering your retention efforts. . With a good volunteer survey, you have the power to impact the effectiveness of volunteer orientation, training, recruitment, and retention. To consider a job change.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 12, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Monday, April 12, 2010 Build These Leadership Skills I had the pleasure of interviewing Overland Park, KS-based author Leigh Branham recently. Hes the author of three best-selling books, including Re-engage and The 7 Hidden Reasons Employees Leave.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Teach something new to your team 24. Read leadership books to learn 51. Use job descriptions 55. 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Monday, November 8, 2010 Leadership Tips From Good Boss, Bad Boss Robert Sutton, author of Good Boss, Bad Boss , provides these leadership tips: Create an environment that encourages people to challenge each others ideas, but set a few ground rules.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Tuesday, September 21, 2010 How Do You Answer These Leadership Questions? 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro. Third to last is crucial.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 25, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Tuesday, May 25, 2010 Play Team Sports To Build Leadership Skills Todays high school and college team sport athletes are learning leadership skills that will serve them well when they enter the workforce.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 30, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Monday, August 30, 2010 Top Five Factors That Drive Employee Loyalty A 2010 survey by the Society for Human Resource Management shows that job security is what matters most to employees. And, having that job security helps to keep employees loyal.

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DNL OmniMedia

JULY 14, 2021

Improved Knowledge Retention: Learners can take e-learning courses at their own pace, revisiting key topics to ensure they understand them. This includes all of the digital training materials that you provide, including full-on courses, infographics, job aids, quick video tutorials, learning games, and more. E-learning resources.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 23, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Wednesday, June 23, 2010 Whats The First Leadership Book You Would Give To A New Manager? Earlier this year, various discussion groups on the social media site LinkedIn helped me build a list of favorite leadership books.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 4, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! A survey recently completed by the job-placement firm Manpower that found 84 percent of employees intend to look around for a new job this year, and that is up from 60 percent last year. Both are excellent books.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Positive feedback focuses on the specifics of job performance. So, skip the praise and give positive feedback that is more uplifting to your employees because it goes to the heart of their job performance and what they actually do.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! LeaderLab is an online community of resources dedicated to promoting the practice of leadership theory. Community users can download a variety of research reports and presentations about leadership and leadership versus management.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Overall, I am very satisfied with my job at the company. My manager clearly defines my job responsibilities. 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro. "Great Places To Work" Employee Perks New Book Shows You How To Set A Goal And Then Reac.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books? Honor The Legacy Of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro. "Great Places To Work" Employee Perks New Book Shows You How To Set A Goal And Then Reac.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 31, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! So, dont underestimate the power of a verbal "thank you" for a job well done! 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 3, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! If not, teach him what he needs to do differently to avoid the mistake from reoccurring. 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! Rating everyone high, to make you look good Theres other great information in this 250-page book that is valuable for any manager, and especially good for managers who are new in their leadership position. When Armstrong isnt writing books, shes reading.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books? Shoot for quantity not quality during brainstorming.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 7, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books? Honor The Legacy Of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! 15 Inspiring Biographies For Leaders 20 New Words Every Leader Should Know Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Gro. Then, route the report back to the applicable employee. The quality of reports will likely improve!

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