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Tribute to My Mentor

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

In honor of Gerry Davis, April 2018 My mentor passed away earlier this month. I have had the benefit of numerous mentors over my long career, but Gerry Davis was The Mentor. I needed help with business negotiations and software licensing and Gerry jumped in teaching me everything I know about doing business.

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Mentoring Staff New to Nonprofit Work

ASU Lodestar Center

But, when considering helping young graduates transition to a career in nonprofit or even helping a mid-career professional make the leap from a for-profit vocation to one in the nonprofit sector, there are a few basics to keep in mind when mentoring a new nonprofit worker. Not everything translates from for-profit to nonprofit.

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Getting My Dream Job as a Digital Marketer in a Pandemic

Media Cause

From team-led skill development training to having possible paths to role specialties in the area of your interest, the number of growth opportunities at a company should be at the forefront of your mind when you’re evaluating your digital marketing career options. Mentor someone. How to be Successful Once You Land Your Dream Role.

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1 Million Trailhead Badges: Lessons from Salesforce.org’s Trailhead Journey

Saleforce Nonprofit

Keep in mind that no matter how you’re delivering training and resources, thoughtful design is key to success. We collaborate across teams and functions — this includes the Trailhead team that provides mentoring for our editors and writers, and all the support that makes the Trailhead magic happen. More on the results in a moment.

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The Mother-Led Movement to Save Our Kids’ Climate

Saleforce Nonprofit

It’s the gift of having my children teach me that everyday actions can make a world of difference. Children are teaching their parents that everyday actions can make a world of difference. Help children that are worried or are experiencing eco anxiety by finding a group or organization with like-minded people.

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5 Ways To Be A Better Ally

Saleforce Nonprofit

You can mentor or teach a class with Tech Forward. Immediately, your mind perceives this as being ill intentioned, and when the conversation begins, you feel attacked and what they’re saying to you doesn’t process. You can review resumes, do mock interviews, or be a referral to job seekers through GEMs in Tech.

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Ask Yourself These Questions Before Hiring a Fundraising Coach

Bloomerang

Do you have a manager, supervisor, or mentor who is teaching you how to fundraise and supporting you along the way? The “practice what you preach” adage comes to mind here. And how do you figure out which one is right for you? Here are some great questions to ask yourself before hiring a fundraising coach.

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