Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

In Nick Sonnenberg’s new book, Come Up For Air , (available February 7, 2023), you’ll learn about his CPR Business Efficiency Framework , which stands for: C ommunication P lanning R esources This framework focuses on eliminating the pain points most teams experience by optimizing these three operation areas foundational to every organization. “In

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 28, 2020

These are questions with unpredictable answers, making time savings and flexibility more crucial than ever. Here’s how to leverage technology to plan a golf fundraiser in these uncertain times. Instead, players input their score from their smartphone (in the case of a scramble, one player per team enters scores for the team).

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 12, 2022

By the time a new direction is approved, the plan may already be out of date. Remote work is challenging teams. The executive team is stretched too thin. Teams are engaged and proud of their work. I work for management. Management works for the front line, and the front line works for the client.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Wellbeing At Work is an essential read for leaders who want to create a thriving and resilient workplace culture. How net thriving teams can improve businesses, neighborhoods, and governments. Why wellbeing initiatives work substantially better when people have great managers who engage them in their work first and establish trust.

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Blue Fox

JUNE 18, 2023

We forget that our work enables our clients to maximize their impact. They work to improve and make more equitable the planet we call home. Our team recently visited Southwest Florida for our 2023 spring staff retreat. The trip was the perfect opportunity to be reminded how our accounting work makes a difference.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Fundraisers like you have a lot of work to do to make the world a better place, so any time you can save on administrative tasks is incredibly valuable. Fundraising automation liberates valuable time and money your nonprofit would’ve otherwise spent on menial tasks. Why is fundraising automation important? The best part?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 9, 2022

Globally, Habitat for Humanity has worked in more than 70 countries and helped more than 39 million people with improved living conditions since 1976. On the local level, affiliate organizations work with trusted partners and residents to improve communities and build strong neighborhoods. Massive Time Savings. The Results.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 29, 2021

Will they be pleasant to work with? As a member of the Nimble AMS consultant team, I help our new clients implement their new association management software (AMS) system. The way we see it, the more we learn about how your business works, the better we can figure out how to best configure the system for you. Building trust.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 13, 2023

As the coach of a youth sports team or the leader of a school-affiliated academic bowl team, you know that there are some aspects of team fundraising that make it different—and often more challenging—than other types of fundraising. Team members can personalize their efforts. Team members can personalize their efforts.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 16, 2014

On top of all that, depending on the size of your nonprofit, you’re responsible for assembling a leadership team. The reason is, those with the qualifications to constitute their position on a leadership team bring a wealth of experience, ideas, talent, and sometimes a little bit of an ego to the table as well.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

However, implementing AI can be a daunting task, especially for teams without prior experience in the field. That’s why we’ve compiled three essential tips to help your team prepare for AI fundraising : 1. To mitigate this, work as a group to evaluate AI outputs across different demographic groups and address disparities.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The newest book from New York Times bestselling author Patrick Lencioni is, The 6 Types of Working Genius : A Better Way To Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, And Your Team. Teams and organizations that help people tap into their God-given talents are much more successful and productive than those that don’t.”

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 11, 2022

According to Ron Ricci and Carl Wiese , authors of the book, The Collaboration Imperative , high-performing teams have the following characteristics : People have solid and deep trust in each other and in the team's purpose--they feel free to express feelings and ideas. Everybody is working toward the same goals.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 15, 2020

The workshop, Work/Life Balance: Tips Fundraisers During A Pandemic included fundraisers from many different countries. One thing I shared was the importance of creating a “shutting down from work,” ritual. Also, because everything is virtual – from socializing to zoom team meetings – it is hard shift gears.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Remote work was one of those unsettling tests. More than a few of those executives were managing virtual teams. Our colleague Stuart Meyer,* who at the time was CEO of the National Barbeque and Grilling Association, a fully virtual organization, made this comment. “We There is no commute, and you have more time for family.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

It’s that time of year again—you’ve finally made it through your fiscal year-end , closed all your books easily, and had a smooth end-of-year audit. But the work isn’t over yet. As fiscal years flip, many nonprofits and their accounting teams find themselves back at square one. You’ll already be prepared as the year unfolds.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

APRIL 18, 2014

Are you willing to work on delivering maximum good for humanity, rather than maximum profits? Benetech is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to spearhead and expand our team of technologists committed to delivering social good at scale. Join our team and help us make more impact than ever!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 5, 2023

Here is a book that provides workplace leaders an urgently needed methodology for helping companies to reduce worker loneliness, and it delivers a blueprint for building strong, high-performing workplace teams. The book is, Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In , by Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen. “72%

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

Jarrod Bell, chief technology officer at Big Brothers Big Sisters of America , said he and his team found that technology enhanced the relationships between Bigs and Littles. “We We reached 10 times more kids in this past year than we usually would because digital engagement helped us reach more people and helped them tap into us.”.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Boost your fundraising team’s effectiveness with Nonprofit Fundraising Software that supports and maximizes their work. Nonprofit fundraising teams are hard-working and dedicated to their cause, but that doesn’t mean that they have time for stress and headache in the workplace. That’s a huge time saver!

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sgEngage

JANUARY 18, 2024

The following is an excerpt from How to Thrive When Work Doesn’t Love You Back A Practical Guide for Taking Care of Yourself While Changing The World by Meico Marquette Whitlock and a foreword by Beth Kanter 3 Ways to Thrive When Your Work Doesn’t Love You Back You’re committed to making a positive difference in the world.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2022

According to Ron Ricci and Carl Wiese , authors of the book, The Collaboration Imperative , high-performing teams have the following characteristics : People have solid and deep trust in each other and in the team's purpose--they feel free to express feelings and ideas. Everybody is working toward the same goals.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 1, 2022

Today brings a new book that provides workplace leaders an urgently needed methodology for helping companies to reduce worker loneliness, and it delivers a blueprint for building strong, high-performing workplace teams. The book is, Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In , by Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen. “72%

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Cloud 4 Good

AUGUST 12, 2021

Cloud for Good was recently recognized as one of the 2021 Best Small & Medium Workplaces by Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine. In our survey, 97% of Cloud for Good’s employees said Cloud for Good is a great place to work. That percentage is 38% higher than the average U.S.

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Candid

MARCH 14, 2024

Unless you work for an animal shelter with cute puppies or a museum with extensive collections you can photograph as needed, it can be a challenge. At Candid, we don’t have cute animals, we don’t have historical collections, and we can’t even capture the work that we do because it’s primarily digital. Focus on a different aspect.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

One of the most valuable assets that any nonprofit can have is consistent marketing and paid advertising data—this is especially true in the midst of a major crisis or shift that deeply impacts society, like tough financial times or global events. It may seem counter-intuitive, but it’s also the best time to take strategic risks.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 29, 2023

Working with an AMS selection consultant helps to simplif y this process , offering numerous benefits. Here are four ways an AMS selection consultant can help your association find the right AMS: 1. Working with an experienced consultant can help your association find the best AMS for your staff and members.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

When it’s time for your association to purchase new software, you don’t want to cut corners just because you’re eager for new technology. The Nimble AMS team will see you at AMS Fest 2022 on November 16-17 in Washington, DC. Don’t miss our demo times on November 16 at 1:40 PM-2:20 PM and November 17 at 9:00 AM-9:20 AM.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 27, 2023

Certainly, individuals are at the core of a good peer-to-peer campaign, but don’t forget the potential of people banding together and forming a team. Team fundraising can seriously boost your campaign. The team sets its own goal, and the members of the team work together to meet it.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 27, 2022

According to Ron Ricci and Carl Wiese , authors of the book, The Collaboration Imperative , high performing teams have the following characteristics: People have solid and deep trust in each other and in the team's purpose--they feel free to express feelings and ideas. Everybody is working toward the same goals.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

According to Ron Ricci and Carl Wiese , authors of the book, The Collaboration Imperative , high-performing teams have the following characteristics: People have solid and deep trust in each other and in the team's purpose--they feel free to express feelings and ideas. Everybody is working toward the same goals.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In order to unlock its full potential, your team needs to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills. Highlight key features and functionalities that will be useful for the employees in their day-to-day work. If you need assistance customizing training to specific roles, consider working with a nonprofit technology consultant.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 15, 2021

These important team members give their time, talents, and resources, unmotivated by financial compensation or contractual obligations. Regardless of the number of volunteers, having a thriving team requires intentionality on the part of key leadership to minimize the reasons why volunteers leave. Team building.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 3, 2022

Earlier this year brought a new book that provides workplace leaders an urgently needed methodology for helping companies to reduce worker loneliness, and it delivers a blueprint for building strong, high-performing workplace teams. We require the presence of others to dream, strategize, and work toward commons goals.”

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Bloomerang

MAY 30, 2023

Godin polled more than 10,000 people from 90+ countries to get to the answer that served as the framework for his book “ The Song of Significance – A New Manifesto for Teams.” The responses did not involve salary, autonomy or time investment; but rather a universal theme of making a difference. Godin asks “what makes a great job?”

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AccelEvents

JUNE 28, 2021

As we celebrate Pride Month, we asked our team to share their thoughts and sentiments in commemorating this important month and movement. We are working on building a diverse team and ensuring that each member of the team that joins us feels their voice is valuable regardless of their identity. GAY RIGHTS!!

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I want you to have the confidence (and your leadership team to have the confidence in you) that with data and time, you can make annual giving work for your organization. Using a CRM that has dynamic constituent lists will save you time and effort. Test one thing at a time. Plan for your year.

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