Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2010

Some Reflections. From Conversational Keynote To Conversational Workshop. I’ve been playing with the conversational panel or conversational keynote models for short sessions (60, 75 or 90 minutes.) A conversational approach is not an expert or a group of experts talking the whole time.

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

Our members were privileged to hear their reflections on a unique time in their organizations’ history and how the pandemic’s impact reshaped their future. Sharon Rice ,orgSource, Managing Director of Business Strategy, moderated this insightful conversation. became part of our call to action. How are you doing?

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

I recently had a conversation with a friend and colleague about what I perceive to be a revolution in progress. It is really inspiring to see philanthropic and nonprofit professional engaging in public conversations about these challenges, and even more inspiring to see them taking action to create positive changes.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 30, 2012

This blog post is a summary of reflections about the instructional design and how NGOs in these countries are becoming Networked NGOs. Quiet Reflection: Socoot. For example, you can hear the story about how the above Tunisian NGO went from “crawling” to “running” over the course of the program.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

I am asking myself and colleagues who do networked NGO training and social media skill building outside the of US – the question about building resilient networks and how to incorporate non-violent techniques. [ here and here ]. We don’t have any answers, but we all feel that our work is all the important as is a conversation.

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Media Cause

JULY 20, 2022

In the world of nonprofits, most often, the product is your mission statement and action-oriented programs. It is important that your website clearly reflects the mission of your nonprofit. Ultimately, that will result in a loss of a potential conversion and lower the conversion rate of your website. .

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Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Did they engage you in the conversation by asking questions to understand your needs better or launch immediately into a pitch? Managing Obstacles These questions will require the candidate to reflect on, share their experience with, or describe their approach to major gifts in the ‘real world’ where things don’t follow a perfect plan.

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Forum One

APRIL 13, 2021

The items that museums, archives, and libraries collect reflect the human spirit. In every instance, the content strategist takes a detailed look at the context of a collection, determines how to best engage audiences with it, and develops a message that inspires action and aligns with the institution’s goals and objectives.

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sgEngage

JUNE 28, 2023

Based on the conversation with these grantmakers, here are four ways grantmakers can make sure all stages of their funding programs include the voices and perspectives of women. Build Trust Through Relationships “There have to be conversations about who philanthropy, as a sector, trusts and who we don’t trust,” said Natanja.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

We reflected. Skip to the video to watch a short conversation between Chantal Forster, Candid's C. Corporate Delegation and Oversight, Organizational Structure (5 percent). Self-examination was the zeitgeist of philanthropy in 2021. We adapted. Want to see more? Analysis of grant applications from 130 funders.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2014

While participants in each track will explore their topics in depth and in the context of a facilitated structure, there will be inspiring keynotes and opportunities for networking for all participants. However, putting great ideas into action calls for making things happen in a resourceful manner and frequent iteration.

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Forum One

JUNE 17, 2021

Delivering authenticity in your DEI messaging means not just talking the talk, but walking the walk by working to be part of a larger cultural conversation around systemic issues of inequality. . Words are important, but they must be reinforced by actions. Cultural issues of privilege and oppression are bigger than your organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 28, 2010

We kicked off the conference with an interview style keynote about the Networked Nonprofit, moderated by fabulous Shireen Mitchell (aka digitalsista ). The best part is when the audience joins the conversation. No matter the approach, it is useful to have a structured approach and track trends over time.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Your organization’s social media strategy should be a carefully structured plan with SMART goals, posting frequency, key dates (like an awareness month tied to your mission), and content guidelines for posts. Conversions. On social media, a conversion might be a donation, a sign-up for a newsletter, or attendance at an event.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 22, 2009

Of note, I wanted to let you know that the reflection paper about America's Giving Challenge from the Case Foundation has been published ( Allison Fine and I were the co-authors.) I attended Craigslist Nonprofit Bootcamp on Saturday. (It looks very similar conceptually to the pioneering work from Social Actions.)

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 6, 2014

The NetTalks series , which includes five sessions, is intended to spark a meaningful conversation around alumni engagement and supporting a broader community practice of effective alumni networks. Societal Change: Impact on society, policy discussions, and conversations that advance sustainable practices.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Google undoubtedly grew tired of updating and developing two tools that couldn’t accurately reflect the type of complex user journeys we see today, where people switch between apps, mobile browsers, and desktops frequently. In contrast, the event model records the actions people take, for example clicking or scrolling.

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CauseVox

JULY 18, 2023

Sample SMART fundraising goals Reflect on Your Focus Areas Begin by asking yourself some key questions related to your goals and focus areas. As you reflect on these questions, feel free to update the answers accordingly in your fundraising plan. How have things been coming along?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 6, 2012

I invited Lisa to reflect on her experience and share some advice as a blog post. Facebook had recently revamped its Groups, and it seemed like the perfect place to take the conversation for a spin. My staff and I invited many people in our networks and our professional communities who we felt were “ripe” for the conversation.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Completely Opposite Viewpoint Debates : a form of strategic conversation that requires leaders to engage with diverse viewpoints, sometimes unwelcome ideas, and a wider range of radically different options before setting a strategic agenda.

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Top Nonprofits

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Courses need to be actionable and give learners the tools to be more effective in their jobs. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when doing so: Use background scenery and visuals that are reflective of your organization. Use language and conversations that are reflective of what learners will encounter.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Completely Opposite Viewpoint Debates : a form of strategic conversation that requires leaders to engage with diverse viewpoints, sometimes unwelcome ideas, and a wider range of radically different options before setting a strategic agenda. Thank you to the book’s publisher for sending me an advance copy of the book.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 5, 2022

The pandemic has forced us to check ourselves, slow down, and even to pause time and space to reflect on the lives we were leading,” says O’Neil. By creating structure, holding and protecting your time for the people, passions and priorities in your life, you will be able to commit to each moment fully.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2021

The pandemic has forced us to check ourselves, slow down, and even to pause time and space to reflect on the lives we were leading,” says O’Neil. By creating structure, holding and protecting your time for the people, passions and priorities in your life, you will be able to commit to each moment fully.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 21, 2017

Planning is about using structure and rituals to keep organized. It is important for your team to have the right amount of structure in their workflow. Give yourself a time out and then shift to a more positive action. Reflect on the past six months or the past year as a team. PRIORITIES. Take a trend-line view.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 28, 2021

The pandemic has forced us to check ourselves, slow down, and even to pause time and space to reflect on the lives we were leading,” says O’Neil. By creating structure, holding and protecting your time for the people, passions and priorities in your life, you will be able to commit to each moment fully.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 28, 2013

Note From Beth: A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to participate in a meeting with other capacity builders who work with networks. I wrote a quick reflection on some of the techniques used to facilitate the meeting. Photo by Beth Kanter. Two oft-cited examples are the Strive network in Cincinnati, and the ReAmp network in the Midwest.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 14, 2022

This foundational knowledge may at times feel simple, but it’s best to make sure you have a rock solid understanding of nonprofit consulting practices before entering into conversations with potential partners. Internal management consultants help nonprofits develop their organizational structure. Fundraising consultants.

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 27, 2013

I've written about different structures for participatory processes (especially in museums), and recently, I've been interested in how we can apply these structures to the design of public space. Their ideas were delightful, and their contributions shifted the conversation about what family-friendly really looks like.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2011

I’ve been reflecting on why some nonprofits do a better job of measurement and learning, while others do not. There not is a reflection process for analyzing success or failure to take into next use or campaign. DoSomething.Org: A Data-Driven Nonprofit In Action. Example of A/B Testing Results. What is the difference?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 12, 2022

The museum also saved information about donors’ food preferences, average gift amount, and even notes about their past conversations. You can also track your organization’s tasks for grant applications, ensuring you take all of the necessary actions that you need to build relationships with grant funders and submit applications on time.

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BoardAssist

APRIL 15, 2014

Look for ways to structure real discussions among board members that will elicit commitment and leadership. They are not just meeting for routine reporting and discussing; action needs to be taken on real issues now. Identify larger, big-picture issues that are reflected within routine reports. 1) Focus the agenda on results.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 10, 2009

Photo by Sifter Last week, I had a fantastic conversation with the folks at EDF Innovation Exchange about transparency and social media adoption. Traynor's piece is a reflection on how network leadership is different from more traditional leadership skills for leading organizations.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

By understanding core motivations, intentions, perspectives reflected in this webinar, you will be able to build a stronger case for support, increase the impact you have, and gain strategies for creating and preserving community. Also, perhaps you’re interested in the podcast and reflections that I’ve learned.

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Bloomerang

JULY 16, 2021

However, if you can take the time to reflect on where you want to go, then plan how you’ll get to a certain level or leverage an opportunity into a different playing field. Tip: If you’re not comfortable discussing salary, find a friend, mentor, or someone to roleplay a little bit and practice having the conversation with them. .

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 2, 2013

The restoration, which was championed by the curatorial team, has sparked an interesting debate about the intersecting challenges of making work in and from a museum collection, and the occasional incongruity with artists’ creative needs and formal structures of residency program itself.

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Have Fun - Do Good

DECEMBER 28, 2006

She is the co-founder and co-director of Women's Global Green Action Network , a nonprofit that cultivates global partnerships of grassroots women environmental leaders by providing access to communication tools, support services and networking capabilities. Below is a transcript of an interview with her from the Big Vision Podcast.

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