Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Training and education tools: Provide members with an easy-to-use training platform that integrates with relevant systems, like a learning management system. Another crucial part of using any association management tool is correctly training your team to use it. Conference and Event Management Toolkit.

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Volunteer Hub

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Here are 5 strategies to incorporate into your retention plan going into the new year. According to the Corporation for National & Community Service, the average volunteer retention rate in 2019 was 65%. Have you ever considered allowing that volunteer to train others on how to efficiently complete that specific task?

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Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The best approach your volunteer supervisors can take is to train volunteers to accomplish their task, provide an end goal, and give them the freedom to perform. Your volunteer supervisors can impact retention rates and engagement by getting to know volunteers personally. What skills and experience do they have? Expectations.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 18, 2023

A study by the Corporation for National and Community Service found that nonprofits that regularly use volunteer surveys are more likely to have higher volunteer retention rates. What specific skills or expertise are you looking to contribute? Consider asking questions like: What inspired you to volunteer with our organization?

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Focus on volunteer retention. Keep in mind that advocacy campaigns are long-term efforts, and nonprofits with dedicated advocacy initiatives plan and launch new campaigns as needed to respond to upcoming and ongoing legislation. Find trustworthy news sources and treat these blogs like you would your morning paper.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Use these tips to create a fulfilling volunteer experience and retain your remote volunteers’ support year-round: Provide thorough training Use the right tools Show volunteer appreciation By keeping your remote volunteers motivated, you can leverage their unique skills and interests to fuel change in your community. Let’s begin.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

This problem is compounded by nonprofits’ lack of investment in manager training, leaving nonprofit organizations unprepared for the inevitable succession of leadership (Koenig, 2016). Although many nonprofits lack the resources needed to create comprehensive in-house leadership programs, training can be woven into daily work (Koenig, 2016).

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 12, 2021

Offering virtual volunteer opportunities allows your organization to utilize the skill-set of volunteers while eliminating or limiting face-to-face contact. How will your organization promote, recruit, register, train, communicate with, and engage virtual volunteers ? Finally, training is key when recruiting virtual volunteers.

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 23, 2023

Collecting information on volunteer availability, skills, and interests. Training new volunteers. Volunteer Recruitment & Registration It should come as no surprise, but, one of the top challenges for new volunteer coordinators is recruiting volunteers and the time-consuming process often associated with it.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Spring into Action: Best Practices for Volunteer Recruitment and Retention Spring is the season of growth and renewal—a perfect time to rejuvenate your organization’s volunteer force! Discover how to blossom your volunteer roster with our guide on the best practices for recruitment and retention.

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Twenty Hats

MAY 3, 2021

And, despite this ‘freedom,’ retention was low. And how do you train co-workers who engage volunteers in this approach? Whenever I start working with a new colleague who will interact with volunteers, I always brief them on my ‘Iron Hug’ philosophy. Remain confident in your skills, judgement, and expertise.

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Classy

JULY 20, 2021

This feeds into the fact that sales has a monumental impact on brand reputation and long-term customer retention, so proper representation is key. . I also came without any nonprofit experience, and the training helped me understand nonprofit language, the buying habits, the product, and the industry.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

Without a handbook, volunteers may feel disconnected and unsure of their role and responsibilities because once training is over, there are no materials for them to reference later. Volunteer opportunities: Describe each volunteer role, including expected time commitment, required skills, and what the volunteer will be doing.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 5, 2023

VolunteerHub has helped thousands of nonprofits through its industry-leading volunteer management software, and best-in-class training and support. Volunteer Fundraising Automate Communications When it comes to volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention; effective communication means everything.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

Many volunteer managers cite recruitment as their greatest challenge; however, Brudney and Meijs (2009) contend that “the preoccupation with recruitment distracts attention and resources from the management and retention of volunteers” (p. PR News 56(3), p. European Journal of Marketing. 36(5/6), 689-743. Like this article? Click here.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The purpose of the Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium is to highlight current best practices, lessons learned from the field, and trends in effective nonprofit and philanthropic board leadership, as well as board recruitment and retention. Nonprofit Learning Lab / Newport News, VA / $85. Nonprofit Management / @usdsoles.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Do you have the news clippings of major events in your files? Every tactic here is as much about retention and appreciation as it is about perks. News release mentioning the benefactors. If you are with a job training program, maybe you make a bookmark that is focused on job interview tips.

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Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

Whether it’s providing an effective guide to grant writing or delving into expert advice on digital marketing strategies for nonprofits, these free nonprofit resources provide invaluable knowledge to help you develop your fundraising skills. Check out this newsletter for an exclusive look at nonprofit news. Enhanced outreach.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 24, 2024

The good news is that there are many steps organizations can take to not just weather the stormy waters ahead, but also help their employees and businesses to thrive. Provide employees with the necessary tools and training to use AI effectively and responsibly. What are the issues that will impact the world of work this year?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 21, 2010

Wednesday, July 21, 2010 Share The Bad News Of course its much easier to share good news with your employees, but its perhaps even more important to share the bad news. If revenue is down, or if youve lost a large customer, or if a new competitor has entered the market, let your team know. Dont keep your team in the dark.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 9, 2024

Equip to Empower – Training for Board Members Your board members, they’re champions waiting to be unleashed. All they need might be the right tools and training for fundraising. Regular brainstorming and skill-sharing sessions can also serve as nourishing fertilizer.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 16, 2024

Strategy, Consultation, & Resources While we may not be able to offer direct consultation on your social media or marketing strategy, the good news is there are already fantastic existing resources that do this well. The list is far from exhaustive – please comment to add your own!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2010

Saturday, September 18, 2010 How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills Here is this weeks book recommendation. How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills This Week's Book Recommendation 3 Things Your Mission Statement Must Have Is Your Crisis Management Program In Place? And, the eBook is free!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 12, 2010

Monday, April 12, 2010 Build These Leadership Skills I had the pleasure of interviewing Overland Park, KS-based author Leigh Branham recently. Posted by Eric Jacobson at 8:01 PM Labels: Leadership Books , Leadership Skills , Management , Motivating Employees 1 comments: davidburkus said.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 25, 2010

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. It all depends on what that leader does or doesnt do.Good management and leadership skills can be learned.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2021

That’s good news for nonprofits that don’t have a lot of visual content. That’s an incredibly high donor retention rate for a set of tools that are still in their early adoption phase. That said, creating and managing effective social media advertising ads is an acquired skill. Post Eye-catching Photos.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

Jacobwith will show you five powerful and simple “must do’s” to cut through year-end fundraising noise, help increase your Giving Tuesday success, and increase donor retention. And in 2001, I joined a training company and worked for them for five years and then set out on my own in 2007. I was new and I wanted to know our people.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

I want the best for you, this is a little bit more interpersonal skills, of course. Those words I often use in my trainings with fundraisers. And it’s important to do pitching, and I trained pitch practicing as well. What’s the best way for, oops, I want the best for you. How can I help? Tell me your story.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 30, 2010

Third on the top five list is an employees opportunity to use his/her skills. Employee pay often is not the most important driver for employee retention. How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills This Week's Book Recommendation 3 Things Your Mission Statement Must Have Is Your Crisis Management Program In Place?

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 2, 2021

You invest people for training. I’m not formally trained. The good news though is there’s stuff that we think we need to get a return on our technology investment that we actually don’t need at all. And you also don’t need formal training. Your team needs training and support.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2010

How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills This Week's Book Recommendation 3 Things Your Mission Statement Must Have Is Your Crisis Management Program In Place? It all depends on what that leader does or doesnt do.Good management and leadership skills can be learned.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 4, 2011

Business leaders can read Overland Park, KS’s Leigh Branham’s books: • The 7 Hidden Reasons Employees Leave • Re-Engage to learn more about why employees leave their workplaces (including non-financial reasons), and what leaders can do to boost employee retention. Both are excellent books.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 24, 2010

Tuesday, August 24, 2010 Dont Hire Someone Just Like You Despite the temptation to hire someone like yourself, hire someone to complement your skills --not to duplicate your skills. Managers often find it easier, more comfortable, or less threatening to hire someone with similar skills and work habits. Good post Eric.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills This Week's Book Recommendation 3 Things Your Mission Statement Must Have Is Your Crisis Management Program In Place? It all depends on what that leader does or doesnt do.Good management and leadership skills can be learned. based in Overland Park, KS.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 4, 2010

Posted by Eric Jacobson at 8:59 PM Labels: Customer Service , General Management Skills , Leadership Skills , Training 1 comments: Dalon said. I read your blog from a business owner perspective, but I have no employees - I do however train my client's employees - and these words eliminate sales. plain and simple.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills This Week's Book Recommendation 3 Things Your Mission Statement Must Have Is Your Crisis Management Program In Place? It all depends on what that leader does or doesnt do.Good management and leadership skills can be learned.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2010

And, its a culture that ensures your new hires feel welcome during their critical onboarding time period. How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills This Week's Book Recommendation 3 Things Your Mission Statement Must Have Is Your Crisis Management Program In Place?

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