Have Fun - Do Good

APRIL 19, 2006

Got an email today advertising a free one-week training for student activists put on by Greenpeace and Seventh Generation called Change It 2006. If you know any young people who might benefit from this program, tell them to get on it, the deadline is April 30th. greenpeace seventh generation youth activism

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 10, 2012

But if you want to get better results, you need a content strategy, strong creation and curation skills, and a robust measurement process. One technique I use to get insights from my social media data is to do an analytics Rorschach Test. I am a huge fan of cheat sheets, one pagers that consolidate the best practices or tips.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 29, 2017

And, if you've been a leader for a long time, how about taking a few minutes to run through the list and scoring yourself on how well you carry out each leadership skill? Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Share bad news, not only good news 57. Don't micromanage 2.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

And, if you''ve been a leader for a long time, how about taking a few minutes to run through the list and scoring yourself on how well you carry out each leadership skill? Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Share bad news, not only good news 57. Don''t micromanage 2.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 17, 2016

And, if you've been a leader for a long time, how about taking a few minutes to run through the list and scoring yourself on how well you carry out each leadership skill? Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Share bad news, not only good news 57. Don't micromanage 2.

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Tips Mentoring Leadership Policy 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2011

And, if you've been a leader for a long time, how about taking a few minutes to run through the list and scoring yourself on how well you carry out each leadership skill? Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Share bad news, not only good news 57. Don't micromanage 2.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 27, 2013

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Share bad news, not only good news 57. Tailor your motivation techniques 61. Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management General Management Skills Leadership' Know yourself 54. Use job descriptions 55. Start meetings on time 58.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Aisha and I had worked together on a social media training project for HHS/ Aids.Gov , so I was excited to see another shared interest and connection. She wrote the post for herself, to process what she was seeing in the news and also reinforce the idea that is is okay to take care of herself.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 9, 2011

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Share bad news, not only good news 57. Tailor your motivation techniques 61. Know yourself 54. Use job descriptions 55. Start meetings on time 58. Discipline in private 59. Seek guidance when you don't have the answer 60.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 3, 2013

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Share bad news, not only good news 57. Tailor your motivation techniques 61. Know yourself 54. Use job descriptions 55. Start meetings on time 58. Discipline in private 59. Seek guidance when you don't have the answer 60.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

If not, and you want to be a more effective leader for your team at work in 2012, select one or more of these 70 New Year's resolutions for leaders: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual (..)

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Our institute is designed to advance the skills and knowledge of nonprofit professionals, volunteers, board members, and community leaders. Nonprofit Learning Lab / Newport News, VA / $85. Our institute is designed to advance the skills and knowledge of nonprofit professionals, volunteers, board members, and community leaders.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Our institute is designed to advance the skills and knowledge of nonprofit professionals, volunteers, board members, and community leaders. Nonprofit Learning Lab / Newport News, VA / $85. Our institute is designed to advance the skills and knowledge of nonprofit professionals, volunteers, board members, and community leaders.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

So she’s talking about what does it look like to bring folks together about STEM education and how do we talk to donors and our volunteers and our, you know, supporters of any kind about the work that we’re doing using different techniques that ground us. Those words I often use in my trainings with fundraisers.

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Wild Apricot

JUNE 27, 2008

To identify an appropriate messenger, the report suggests that you ask yourself what knowledge and skills are required for the presentation, who has those requirements and is available, what his/her credentials are, and how those might best be highlighted to the audience. Industry news and upcoming events. Evaluation. Leave a Comment.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 3, 2009

Danielle Brigida, NWF Social Media Outreach Coordinator ( @starfocus on Twitter) Note from Beth: In the coming weeks, we're peeking over the shoulder of nonprofit social media practitioners to learn about their work flow and techniques. We know that success in social media depends on deep engagement as Charlene Li's research has uncovered.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

the skills identified in this workshop or sessions at the upcoming NTC designed to look at change issues that technology surfaces from the viewpoint of executive directors or IT staff might help. Here's one of her training presentations. It also offers groups where members can share slide decks.

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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. Take advantage of Qgiv’s fundraising blog to learn different fundraising techniques.

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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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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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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 13, 2012

(You can register and download the issue here for free and listen to the webinar recording here ) The main idea is that good curation skills can build staff expertise and avoid the pain of information overload. Curation is all about helping your audience dive in and make sense of a specific topic, issue, event or news story.

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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. . -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).

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Museum 2.0

JULY 6, 2007

These days, it's not just about improving your reflexes; experts have expanded the concept of "valuable" play to include MMOs like World of Warcraft (which teach teamwork, social leadership, and may help you get a job ), and many corporations are turning to game companies to develop educational games for training and recruiting.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Attendees can participate in planting sessions, learn about gardening techniques, and contribute to the maintenance of community gardens. Educational events hosted by nonprofits are powerful tools for sharing knowledge, developing skills, and empowering communities. Celebrate the joys of gardening and sustainable living.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2010

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Share bad news, not only good news 57. Tailor your motivation techniques 61. Know yourself 54. Use job descriptions 55. Start meetings on time 58. Discipline in private 59. Seek guidance when you dont have the answer 60.

Leadership 40

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 5, 2010

Monday, July 5, 2010 Ten More Ways To Be An Effective Leader Here are 10 behaviors, techniques and tips you can use to be an effective leader: Respond to questions quickly and fully. ► August (20) ▼ July (5) Share The Bad News Run Better Meetings The next time you stay at a Marriott hotel look in.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

An example of positive feedback is : “Bob, your communications skills have dramatically improved over the past couple of months. 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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

A mentor can benefit leaders new to their leadership role and they can benefit experienced and seasoned leaders, as well. A strong mentoring relationship allows the mentor and the mentee to develop new skills and talents, to build confidence, and to build self-awareness. Will the relationship have good personal chemistry?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2010

Saturday, October 23, 2010 Key Interviewing Questions To Ask To Identify Leaders The next time you are interviewing a candidate and you want to access their leadership skills, consider asking the candidate these questions: What personal qualities define you as a leader? Describe a situation when these qualities helped you lead others.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2010

Friday, October 8, 2010 Discover Your Leader Grade If you need a tool to measure your leadership skills, check out LeaderGrade , by Quantum Workplace, which measures your leadership influence by asking your peers and followers to rate your leadership skills. Good Sample Business Principles Do you have a brand strategy?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 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

DECEMBER 12, 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 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

JANUARY 15, 2011

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 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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