Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Furthermore, smartphone sales skyrocketed last year while PC sales are expected to decline in 2013. The problem could be that many library websites are simply not designed with these devices in mind. Mashable calls 2013 the "year of responsive web. Image: Student Using Phone in Library, Shutterstock.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 30, 2014

We used powerful images and our timing was great. What was the goal of your campaign in 2013? Our strategies: Focus on a clear, positive, and inspirational message – “Unleash Great Minds” instead of something like, “Help low-income Latino children”. We did do a few things right with our first campaign! Your strategies?

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 11, 2017

Let’s consider how much has changed in tech over the last 4 years: Since 2013, we’ve seen the adoption of the smart phone, the start of smart watches, selfies, and touch ID. And perhaps most notably, 2013 was also the beginning of responsive design (Mashable). Apple watches have added GPS and health tracking capabilities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 8, 2014

Sharing memories from Seminar 2013 at the #icnola reunion! RamahSeminar (@RamahSeminar) December 24, 2013. 5. Images, Questions, and Comments Inspire Facebook Engagement. Images Drive Engagement But Choose Wisely: In age of information overload and so many connections, visual content is more attention grabbing.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Image from Flickr by Xurble. With that in mind, here are nine marketing lessons other nonprofits can take away from charity: water. Here are a few images from the charity: water website that show how they employ social proof. Keep in mind that not all stories need to be long-form.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 4, 2014

Be mindful of the story you want to tell. Take the time to recall images you saw recently on social media or the news. Check out the 2013 winners of the iPhone Photography Awards for inspiration. Image: Alex Washburn/WIRED. Here are some tips to make your next event a photo success. What sort of composition attracts you?

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

Whether you are a hacker at heart, a social do-gooder, a youth activist, or a developer with an innovative mind and skills to implement, we want your creativity entering the Microsoft marketplace. Top Image: Take that, app!, William Brawley Bottom Image: Microsoft Corp. Good luck and happy coding!

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AUGUST 5, 2022

This is increasingly important now, at a time when companies are being challenged to make tough choices and corporate social responsibility is top of mind. In 2013, it became one of the first airlines to outfit a portion of its fleet with split scimitar winglets. Take CVS Health. drugstore chain to stop selling tobacco products.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 14, 2014

So much that it’ll blow your mind! NPTech News: 2013 Year in Review from TechSoup’s Jim Lynch. Image: Nick Booth. What has NetSquared got planned for the next month? Net2Local organizers hold regular events connecting the nonprofit and technology communities. Survey Results: What Do Net2Local Attendees Want?

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Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits

MAY 13, 2020

Google One Today gives information on the real impact a donation will make to a nonprofit by providing images and summaries of the work of each nonprofit. While it seems like this issue may have been remedied since its release, it is still worth being mindful of. Quick and easy to understand.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 9, 2013

Keep your narrative in mind as you create your digital stories — think about what ties your content to what you’re already communicating about your narrative. And then create and submit your own short video (up to 90 seconds) or five-image slide show to TechSoup's 2013 Digital Storytelling Challenge by April 30 to win prizes!

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 9, 2013

It is the image and impression that sits in someone’s mind when your organization’s name is mentioned. Speaking during bbcon 2013, Blackbaud’s Conference for Nonprofits in National Harbor, Md., The following article originally appeared in The NonProfit Times Live from bbcon newsletter. Branding is more than just a logo.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 16, 2014

In 2013, the TechSoup community was surveyed. Keep in mind, though, that HR is a complicated, ever-changing field. Image: 123rf.com. Nonprofits Need HR Too. The results showed an "HR service option" to be one of the top 5 most requested add-on services. What kind of employee issues have you had to deal with?

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

BITS encourages youth to "keep business in mind, community at heart." Veronika got her start at BITS by volunteering as a peer mentor in 2013. " Keeping Business in Mind, Community at Heart. Images: Business in the Streets. " From Peer Mentor to Program Manager. BITS is young, growing, and aspiring.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

BITS encourages youth to "keep business in mind, community at heart." Veronika got her start at BITS by volunteering as a peer mentor in 2013. " Keeping Business in Mind, Community at Heart. Images: Business in the Streets. " From Peer Mentor to Program Manager. BITS is young, growing, and aspiring.

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Tech Soup

MAY 7, 2013

I'm going to blow your mind by sharing some stats and our May events. Portland, OR: Mini Sessions from Locals Who Presented at 2013 Nonprofit Technology Conference. Image adapted from original photo by Dunechaser. Here’s your monthly update from the world of NetSquared Local. What Is NetSquared Local?

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

Congress, but this time I've created a catch phrase that I hope will capture some hearts and minds of policymakers. Our latest opportunity was on February 13 2013. Image: American Chemical Society. It's not our first time advocating for charities and libraries in the hallowed halls of the U.S.

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MARCH 10, 2015

Displaying webpages properly, reading easily, all the links working properly, have image display fully, making it easy on potential donors to access and give via mobile devices, among myriad other variables. Here are a few more stats that might blow your mind courtesy of Pew Internet. • Why is this important? Donors, donors, donors.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

It's 2013. A simple "Donate now," "Give to a child in need," or "Support us" call to action placed within an engaging image on your home page will not only draw someone in, but will make them much more likely to take the action you want them to take. And don't fret. Remove Obstacles to Action.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 17, 2014

launched in August 2013 when they became available to app developers for $1,500 – by invitation only. It’s basically typing with the mind. This new company makes EEG headset technology that allows you to control electronic gadgets and play iPhone and Android games with your mind. Wikipedia article on smartglasses.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 1, 2013

According to the 2013 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study , online revenue grew by 21% over 2011 totals, presenting nonprofits even more reasons to pull out the heavy gear and start online fundraising. But keep in mind that your goal, on the first attempt is to try to find the appropriate solution for your nonprofit.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Keep in mind that a user on Flickr consumes and engages with media differently than the audience that engages on Instagram simply because of how the platforms of engagement are set up. Then dig into its Cutting Edge Social Media report from May 2013 to really satisfy your craving. Image: Shutterstock.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 31, 2015

Meeting of the Minds: An Engineer with a Desire to Help. In late 2013, he helped purchase a wheelchair-accessible van to assist his disabled colleague, Johnny Taylor, who runs a veterans' outreach nonprofit called Promised Land Foundation. Images: courtesy of Legacy of Hope Austin. spanhidden.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 17, 2015

But, with a 60 percent increase in the use of peer-to-peer fundraising between 2012 and 2013 , peer-to-peer is on the rise. To tell your story in a way that resonates with your audience, keep in mind the following pointers: Posing a question to your audience can get them interested in what your cause is about. spanhidden.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

But meanwhile, the work piles up, deadlines are missed, directives are hurried so others waste time trying to mind-read, and opportunities are squandered. Dilbert, November 23, 2013. It’s no longer about doing your best; it’s about trying to read someone else’s mind and deliver on that unspoken standard. is their mantra.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 20, 2015

With that in mind, here are four additional metrics to track for your multi-channel campaigns: Homepage Slideshow Conversions. I had a client last month who’s donation form conversion rate was slightly down, compared to their 2013 EOY campaign. We suspected the issue was the banner image on the form, so we changed it.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

As we prepare for our leap into 2014, let’s learn from 2013′s ups and downs – triumphs and flops – and make this next year one for the record books. Here’s Your 2013 Nonprofit Roundup: THIS – thanks to Marc Koenig of Nonprofit Hub: Nonprofits, 2014 is the Year of the Blog.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

In November 2013, 51% of all emails were opened on mobile devices , according to Litmus. A second right column can be added for an image and call-to-action. Keep the height of your header image under 100 pixels. Compelling, Mobile-Friendly Images. Images can be an important piece of your email. Simple Layout.

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M+R

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

If you are planning a big rally, here are some logistics to keep in mind: Don’t forget about permits. Encourage folks to wear one common color (for marriage equality in 2013, we wore red)—it creates a sense of solidarity amongst supporters at the court and creates a powerful image for cameras. The sidewalk in front of the U.S.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 31, 2013

Last week I published the 112 Nonprofit Blog Posts, Articles, and Stories from 2013 You Can’t Miss , that compiled some of the wisest words and insights from across the industry this year. . npEngage’s Top 20 Posts from 2013. Frank Barry get’s right to the point – online fundraising isn’t a fad.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 24, 2014

Mikey O'Connor of ICANN provided one of the pithiest warnings: "The Internet will be used as the most effective force of mind control the planet has ever seen, leaving the Madison Avenue revolution as a piddling, small thing by comparison." The web introduced publicly viewable web pages that include text, images, and sounds.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

Share info from MCON 2013. Post event images and sponsor images/story links. Quantcast.com, April 2013). And we’ve all become fans of this quirky, mind-opening platform for personal and professional reasons. Promote sponsors and partners. Promote upcoming research release. Share research data and analysis.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2013

My greatest hope for 2013 is that nonprofits evolve beyond the “free” mentality to a strategy that gives the time and financial investment necessary to make the Social Web work for your nonprofit. With the exception of Foursquare, it’s been a trend that has had a hard time getting into the hearts and minds of mobile users.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2013

My greatest hope for 2013 is that nonprofits evolve beyond the “free” mentality to a strategy that gives the time and financial investment necessary to make the Social Web work for your nonprofit. With the exception of Foursquare, it’s been a trend that has had a hard time getting into the hearts and minds of mobile users.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 22, 2014

With this in mind, Lindsey Salmony has outlined the strategy and steps to crafting an ask that brings in more money to your organization. In November 2013, 51% of all emails were opened on mobile devices, according to Litmus. A well-crafted fundraising appeal is the integral piece to your year-end ask. Hint: Think Mobile.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

How long can you pay attention when working online before your mind wanders? According to the Statistic Brain site list of attention span stats , in 2000 we had a 12 second attention span compared with an 8 second attention in 2013. That means we must practice mindful consumption and sharing of information. Take a guess.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 1, 2015

Be sure to give the 2013 , 2012 , and 2011 reviews a look too. That was a significant increase from 2013 and nearly as many emails that I received on December 31st. That was slightly down from 2013. About 6 faux forwards this year which was more than 2013. Cancer was never a thought in my mind. Here it is!

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