Whole Whale

APRIL 28, 2023

This article goes beyond basic strategies and delves into advanced techniques for effectively engaging board members in fundraising activities. Is there anything else you would like to share about your skills or interests that may be relevant to your role on the board? Let’s show the world what we’re capable of!

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Qgiv

AUGUST 4, 2023

To keep your volunteers as effective as possible, develop a volunteer management process that helps you recruit, train, and steward volunteers for your organization. With any kind of work, management has a huge effect on staffing, and your supporters are less likely to offer their help if you seem disorganized.

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Retention Volunteer Management Practice 95

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2020

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 5, 2018

” It is a ritual or organizational norm that can used during meetings to avoid unnecessary discussions that don’t support the meeting objectives. Another way to accomplish this is to assign the role of “ Rabbit Hole Monitor ” (in addition to scribe and time keeper). They can use the ELMO technique!).

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

ChatGPT can help you create content, come up with fundraising ideas, and assist with event planning to support your organization’s mission. AI provides easy ways to personalize your content to better appeal to your supporters. One of the easiest AI tools for nonprofits to get started with is ChatGPT , a chatbot powered by OpenAI.

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 21, 2017

Sales operations refers to the unit, role, activities and processes within a sales organization that support, enable, and drive front line sales teams to sell better, faster, and more efficiently. Evaluation of Sales Team Training Needs. Salesforce Recruitment, Onboarding and Training. What is Sales Operations?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

To learn more about knowledge work and its role in grantmaking, check out the post Beyond the Newest Philanthropy Buzzword: Knowledge Work is Core to Equitable Change. It can support funder and cross-sector collaborations and the processes of decision-making. Building knowledge is a social process where we make meaning together.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: 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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Our panel of experts will discuss considerations to prepare for economic headwinds and offer strategies to strengthen fundraising, manage talent, and improve supporter engagement. Cara Giacomini—Vice President of Data, Research, and Technology at the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).

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Education Professional Virtual Guide 88

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2021

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

Mentoring 52

Mentoring Policy Technique News 52

ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 22, 2019

This issue can lead to a lack of recruitment and retention techniques. According to recent findings, nonprofit organizations can capitalize on training, building a culture of empowerment and recognition programs in order to provide incentives to employees. This group is motivated by different types of incentives. Why it matters.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 16, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: 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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

Effective 52

Effective Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

Time 52

Time Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 15, 2021

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Time Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2020

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Classy

APRIL 27, 2021

A: With many nonprofit leaders holding multiple hats and roles in their organizations, we constantly hear that they are exhausted. Employees now have more access to stress management resources and empowerment to seek the support they need on an individual level. Compassion fatigue is real.

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 17, 2021

For instance, a machine learning algorithm trained to identify donors at risk of churning can pinpoint the individuals most likely to drop out of your regular giving or sustainer program based on complex patterns across your historical data. Decreased expenses. Stronger donor relationships.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 15, 2021

We all have a responsibility to solve it, and civil society organisations play a critical role. He is passionate about the role digital can play in helping organisations advance their vision, mission, and impact. Innovate Solutions to Address the Crisis.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 3, 2011

I’m the lead for Zoetica where my role is to deliver training, advise on the curriculum and coaching methods, model transparency, and serve as meta network weaver. I have the honor of co-training with some of the best folks doing work in this part of the world. (Here’s the posts from Day 1 and Day 2 ). Photo by SMEXbeirut.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2019

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

Mentoring 53

Mentoring Policy Technique News 53

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 7, 2019

Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job." Nearly half of employees do not feel that their teams receive high-quality support from other teams within their organizations.

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VQ Strategies

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

In fact, 85% of nonprofits report increases in volunteer interest and 95% of individuals report that they will be at least as involved or do more to support their community once the pandemic passes. How many have participated in virtual training to enhance skills and maintain readiness for when doors reopen? So, stay tuned.

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Organization Volunteer Virtual Articulate 98

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job." Nearly half of employees do not feel that their teams receive high-quality support from other teams within their organizations.

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Empowerment Authoring Roles Job 41

AccelEvents

AUGUST 14, 2020

Are you promoting cutting edge technologies in a physical trade show supported by access to virtual trade show elements? . This program was put together by the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) and trains facilities in biorisk reduction, proper cleaning and sanitization techniques, and ensures access and use of PPE. .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 24, 2015

Leveraging the networks and personal brands of your staff as champions can help your organization’s communications strategy have more impact. With a few guidelines and a little training, employees can use social channels effectively in service of your organization’s mission AND their own learning. Lotte Leicht , EU Director.

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Case Study Central African Republic Twitter Personal 50

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 27, 2017

Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job." Nearly half of employees do not feel that their teams receive high-quality support from other teams within their organizations.

Empowerment 40

Empowerment Authoring Roles Job 40

Gyrus

MAY 3, 2016

AI – Artificial Intelligence : A variety of techniques built in the LMS system that replicates the role of a human tutor/instructor, effectively guiding and coaching the learners through the content. and can be integrated with multiple software systems including LMS. through the same platform. The post Buying an LMS?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 27, 2012

Last week, I had the pleasure of working with a group of Population and Reproductive Health grantees from Pakistan on a peer learning group called “ The Networked NGO ,” based on the ideas in my book, The Networked Nonprofit. The four-day intensive face-to-face training was for senior level staff and their social media staffers.

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Pakistan NGO Network Exercise 111

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 16, 2019

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Leadership Mentoring Policy Technique 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2018

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

Mentoring 40

Mentoring Policy Technique News 40

NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Ask employees to create standard operating protocols (SOPs) for their roles, and make sure that everyone is adhering to a set of standardized practices in terms of document storage. People are much more likely to stick around and continue supporting you if they feel you’re being transparent and genuine.

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Nonprofit Case Study Disaster Grant 70

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Leadership Technique 81

Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job." Nearly half of employees do not feel that their teams receive high-quality support from other teams within their organizations.

Empowerment 40

Empowerment Authoring Roles Job 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 12, 2019

Be a good role model 46. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Tailor your motivation techniques 61. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62. Encourage peer coaching 42. Encourage individualism and welcome input 43. Be willing to change your decisions 45.

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 19, 2014

Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job." Nearly half of employees do not feel that their teams receive high-quality support from other teams within their organizations.

Empowerment 55

Empowerment Authoring Roles Job 55

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2015

Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job." Nearly half of employees do not feel that their teams receive high-quality support from other teams within their organizations.

Empowerment 40

Empowerment Authoring Roles Job 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2013

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 risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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