Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

It is important for both employees and managers to be aware of these signs and take action to address them to prevent burnout among employees. Ensure managers are committed to their employees’ success and are empathetic to their challenges—on top of ensuring communication from senior leadership that is direct, clear, and authentic.

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Candid

MARCH 6, 2023

When it comes to raising visibility on a given issue, nonprofits often strive to achieve broader impact—the kind of change that comes through collective action. Recent years have seen several examples of moments that captured public attention—typically after years-long efforts and organizing before they burst into wider awareness.

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sgEngage

JUNE 3, 2024

This is the first generation that never knew life before smartphones. Board work is serious business and most in this age group would not be experienced enough for the challenge. They raise awareness of the mission while they gain leadership skills by planning and attending events and engaging with the board of directors.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Signature Gala Evening Elements A well planned event timeline builds excitement and spurs action without feeling forced. A “Mission Moment” showcases real-life impact with a concise emotional story focused on a tangible achievement made possible by donations.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 4, 2024

The Dynamics of Donation Drives Inclusivity and Empowerment At its core, a donation drive fosters inclusivity, inviting people from diverse backgrounds and walks of life to participate. The immediacy of the call to action can rally communities to come together and provide timely assistance, demonstrating the power of collective goodwill.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 24, 2024

And, she focuses on three foundational tenets: s elf-care, self-awareness, and personal agency. Presence – Strengthening your inner capacity to pause between stimulus and response, so matters of effectiveness and impact drive decisions and actions, rather than old habits or knee-jerk impulses.

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CauseVox

JULY 31, 2023

In a world facing countless challenges and inequalities, even one day of generosity and compassion can transform lives and communities. The Benefits Of Giving Days Giving days offer several notable advantages for nonprofits and the communities they serve by attracting donors , raising awareness and encouraging action.

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 17, 2022

largely due to a lack of awareness. Double the Donation provides nonprofits with the resources to capture employment information, identify match-eligible donors, automate post-transaction follow-ups with donors, drive matches to completion, and gain actionable insights. That’s where our tools come in! Our Company’s Core Values.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

I selected this book to be this year’s winner because it is full of specific examples of challenges and solutions from fields as diverse as nonprofits, school boards, healthcare, and the corporate world. Leadership is mobilizing others to make progress on the most important challenges. Leadership comes in moments. Don’t get us wrong.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Recurring Donation Benefits Here are some additional ways recurring donations benefit nonprofit organizations: Attracts New Donors Attracting new donors is a challenging process that involves time-consuming marketing outreach and financial investment. Also, tout the tax benefits of sustained giving to grow your donor pool and overall revenue.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The book is filled with dramatic stories of how successful leaders overcame great challenges to build highly successful organizations. Your True North is the moral compass that guides your actions, derived from your most deeply held beliefs, your values, and the principles you lead by,” share George and Clayton. “It

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Presented as an actionable playbook and in a very conversational style, Mayberry writes in his book about the confusion and negative misconceptions about culture and explores the five roadblocks to cultural excellence. All slogans and no action. Having ping-pong tables and other fun games in the office. Distortion and distraction.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 16, 2012

It’s been challenging for the nonprofit sector to create iPhone and Android Apps that people want to first download and then repeatedly use – at least in large numbers. For an app to be successful, it needs to be useful and well-designed and that’s a financial and creative challenge for most nonprofits. The RSPCA ?My

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

Abilities rooted in a deep understanding of human behavior remain essential for success in business and life. An atmosphere of trust is essential both for people to challenge ideas and to brainstorm possibilities. Both participants must be aware of the unspoken emotional dynamics and backstory that might influence the conversation.”

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Presented as an actionable playbook and in a very conversational style, Mayberry writes in his book about the confusion and negative misconceptions about culture and explores the five roadblocks to cultural excellence. All slogans and no action. Having ping-pong tables and other fun games in the office. Distortion and distraction.

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Culture Build Impact Lesson 87

Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Each year, individuals worldwide take the opportunity to do better for our planet with actions such as planting trees, cleaning local communities, and raising awareness for environmental causes through peer-to-peer fundraising pages. The actions we take today will support and protect the well-being of future generations. .

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Classy

APRIL 27, 2021

Fifty-one percent of Americans reported mental health challenges at work since COVID-19 began, and 30% are fearful to report their mental health struggles to their employer. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but mental health in the nonprofit workplace is a topic that calls for an honest conversation all year long.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 12, 2021

These days we’re aware of its vital importance and how crucial it is to have a happy and healthy workforce, from top to bottom. So many of our fears, whether in approaching new board members, donation levels, or the success of events, can be overcome through action. Challenge Yourself to a Super Goal. Connect With People.

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Bloomerang

JULY 15, 2021

The term is defined as one group holding social stereotypes about certain other groups outside of any conscious awareness. Most of us would like to think we are immune to its effects, but if you’ve got a pulse then you’ve got some form of unconscious bias silently influencing everyday actions and outcomes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Packed with uplifting personal stories, action steps and writing exercises, you’ll learn how to be accountable for developing your character, integrity, and commitment to reaching your goals. So, you can be more aware. Take a nice deep breath, think about your life, and start writing. That plan guided my life.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 5, 2022

A purpose-driven company stands for and takes action on something bigger than its products and services. 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. The business of business is improving the state of the world.”.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 7, 2022

“And when employees take off their blinders and become aware of the other viable and valuable ways they can grow, my research suggests that the promotion climb suddenly becomes a lot less interesting,” says Winkle Giulioni. During this time, many of us found ourselves reflecting on our priorities and what we really want from life.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Dear Emotionally Suspenseful, It’s great you’re thinking this way, as there are multiple ways to trigger human feelings and actions. As with many things in life, there is no one right way to capture folks’ attention. When you don’t have close constituents, and don’t know much about them, you need to begin by building awareness.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

For the foreseeable future, remote fundraising and virtual actions will be the norm, as evidenced by the 433% increase in virtual actions on the Mobilize platform in just six weeks. Virtual actions that solve for urgent issues: FOOD BANKS. Raise awareness of critical, life-saving COVID-19 measures. Urgent issues.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Navigating a challenging economy, the rising cost of living, and staffing issues, many nonprofits are feeling the heat. Fundraisers have been through real challenges before.” A key tool in overcoming these challenges? Recipients who click on a video tend to have higher brand awareness and are likelier to convert.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

When charities made their case, donors answered the calls to action with remarkable generosity. It’s indicative of what I call “circle of life” theory. But prioritizing securing the type of love that will sustain you throughout your life makes a whole lot of sense. ACTION: Conduct a website self-audit. and +11.9%).

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

Navigating a challenging economy, the rising cost of living, and staffing issues, many nonprofits are feeling the heat. Fundraisers have been through real challenges before.” A key tool in overcoming these challenges? Recipients who click on a video tend to have higher brand awareness and are likelier to convert.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 18, 2023

Middle of Funnel : By the time a user reaches the middle of the intent funnel, they are aware of your organization’s mission, and they’ve been qualified as having the financial or other demographic markers of a potential donor. Build brand awareness with YouTube advertising.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This includes everything from a nonprofit’s mission to work-life balance to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives (DEI). Before we go over how to implement new strategies to engage employees, let’s discuss the challenges many businesses and nonprofits face when it comes to employee engagement, such as: Insufficient training.

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sgEngage

APRIL 6, 2022

The doctor who helped save my life works at the medical system whose foundation hosts this cycling event.” . Awareness events – These events require a low commitment, are not difficult physically, and require no fundraising minimum. Activity-based events – These events are centered around a physical event that’s often challenging.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 28, 2021

The book is a timely guide for not only how to achieve a better life, but also how to become a better leader. Today, O’Neil shares these additional insights and advice with us: What inspired you to write a book about your challenges and conflicts? It is life. O’Neil : Work-life balance? It is messy.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 11, 2022

As time goes on, phrases like “mental health” and “self-care” are mentioned more frequently in day-to-day life. For the purposes of this post, we’ll focus on actions that can benefit anyone’s wellbeing, no matter where they are in their mental health journey. For a lot of people, saying “no” to others can feel incredibly challenging.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 6, 2023

Presented as an actionable playbook and in a very conversational style, Mayberry writes in his book about the confusion and negative misconceptions about culture and explores the five roadblocks to cultural excellence. All slogans and no action. Having ping-pong tables and other fun games in the office. Distortion and distraction.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 15, 2008

Today is Blog Action Day where over 11,000 bloggers/sites around the world will publish, donate, or promote the issue of poverty.    The event will certainly spread awareness of the issue. The project started by a college student named Shawn whose wants to make the world a better place one small personal action at a time.  

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

Presented as an actionable playbook and in a very conversational style, Mayberry writes in his book about the confusion and negative misconceptions about culture and explores the five roadblocks to cultural excellence. All slogans and no action. Having ping-pong tables and other fun games in the office. Distortion and distraction.

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Culture Classes Build Lesson 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 5, 2022

The book is a timely guide for not only how to achieve a better life, but also how to become a better leader. Recently, O’Neil shared these additional insights and advice with us: Question: What inspired you to write a book about your challenges and conflicts? It is life. O’Neil : Work-life balance? It is messy.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 11, 2021

The JEDI approach centers the fight for racial justice and equity and addresses oppression and known disparities which limit access to essential and life-enriching supports for Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC). What were the challenges? Go where the candidates you want are. This is a short-term and long-term strategy. .

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