Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 31, 2018

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. My biggest piece of advice to nonprofits at year-end is not to spend money reaching complete strangers. . 3) Create strategic Facebook Ads.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

The authors aren’t just fundraising experts, but also literary and playful in their writing. While her content might not look super modern, her advice is invaluable. THE STORYTELLING NONPROFIT. In this blog, you’ll learn about: Storytelling for Social Good, Fundraising, and Nonprofit Communications.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 15, 2012

Decades later, I continue to share this story with any employee I also believe in but who needs to do something differently to be better at his job. Paul Smith , author of the new book, Lead With A Story , is a true believer in telling stories. A compelling story is a close second.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 16, 2021

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 31, 2020

Here is some good advice from Lee G. Deal , authors of the book, How Great Leaders Think : Good thinking is the starting point for good leadership. Storytelling is our most basic and powerful form of communication. Read the whole book for lots of additional insights and advice for how great leaders think.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 1, 2022

How Can Brands Leverage Storytelling To Tap Into the Cultural Zeitgeist and Shift Public Perception? And the late, great Steve Jobs gave (RED) some pretty good advice on storytelling: Keep it simple. How Does a Brand Like (RED) Use Storytelling To Mobilize Other Brands To Do Good?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

Here is some good advice from Lee G. Deal , authors of the book, How Great Leaders Think : Good thinking is the starting point for good leadership. Storytelling is our most basic and powerful form of communication. Read the whole book for lots of additional insights and advice for how great leaders think.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 17, 2020

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Utilize storytelling in your communications. Utilize storytelling in your communications You have probably heard this advice before but it’s not always clear exactly how you actually achieve it. Storytelling is important because it helps your audience better understand and connect with the work you’re doing.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 30, 2022

Utilize storytelling in your communications. Utilize storytelling in your communications You have probably heard this advice before but it’s not always clear exactly how you actually achieve it. Storytelling is important because it helps your audience better understand and connect with the work you’re doing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020

Here is some good advice from Lee G. Deal , authors of the book, How Great Leaders Think : Good thinking is the starting point for good leadership. Storytelling is our most basic and powerful form of communication. Read the whole book for lots of additional insights and advice for how great leaders think.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 8, 2020

Let The Story Do The Work explains that at the heart of leadership lies persuasion. And at the heart of persuasion likes storytelling. In her book, author Esther K. Choy teaches you how to: Dispel any fears that you can't tell great stories. Tell stories with numbers. Tell stories with numbers.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Note from Beth : As I’m sprinting to towards the deadline of my next book on Measurement and Networked Nonprofits , co-authoring with the goddess of measurement, KD Paine , I’m grateful to have some terrific guest posts like this one from Simon Mainwaring. Here’s how a non-profit effectively combines them both.

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Achieve

AUGUST 14, 2017

telling the story of someone who has directly benefited from an organization’s services is the most effective way to move a potential donor to action. Finding such a story can be difficult, of course, but that doesn’t mean you should take the easy route. Use a board member’s story. Seek advice from outside your inner circle.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Consider these statistics : 81% of consumers trust the advice of friends and family over advice coming from a business. Remember, storytelling is a powerful way to share your message. About the Author Patrick Schmitt and fellow FreeWill co-CEO Jenny Xia founded at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business in 2016.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 30, 2023

Having conducted extensive field research, Ranjay Gulati , author of the book, Deep Purpose , The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies , reveals the fatal mistakes leaders unwittingly make when attempting to implement a reason for being. “My Question: What advice would you give young leaders just starting out?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Having conducted extensive field research, Ranjay Gulati , author of the book, Deep Purpose , The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies , reveals the fatal mistakes leaders unwittingly make when attempting to implement a reason for being. “My Question: What advice would you give young leaders just starting out?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 25, 2021

Read the informative and inspirational, The Entrepreneur’s Faces , to follow the intriguing stories of 10 real entrepreneurs from around the world as they reveal their personal entrepreneurial journeys – overcoming pain and setbacks, all the while demonstrating tremendous vision, imagine and drive. Storytelling is key.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Read the informative and inspirational, The Entrepreneur’s Faces , to follow the intriguing stories of 10 real entrepreneurs from around the world as they reveal their personal entrepreneurial journeys – overcoming pain and setbacks, all the while demonstrating tremendous vision, imagine and drive. Storytelling is key.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 11, 2014

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Classy

AUGUST 9, 2021

PRO TIP: Crowdfunding campaigns are best for story-driven and time-bound direct giving appeals like Giving Tuesday. After all, strong storytelling can help build meaningful connections with your audience and even move them to rally around your cause. Every touchpoint with your donors will bring them closer to your Giving Tuesday story.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 2, 2015

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 7, 2015

As many readers of this blog know, I’m about to embark upon a creative process, my next book, “ Happy Healthy Nonprofit , with co-author Aliza Sherman. Starting a creative process like writing a book is both exciting but also scary, so Jad’s stories, insights, and advice was incredible relevant.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2013

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Achieve

JUNE 1, 2015

In this role, he helps petition starters successfully launch national and international campaigns using storytelling, media relations, email marketing, stakeholder engagement and social media. Guiding a resident to push local authorities to change the name of the Waldo Tunnel in California to the. Justin is a U.S. Jason Rezaian.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 5, 2022

Having conducted extensive field research, Ranjay Gulati , author of the book, Deep Purpose , The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies , reveals the fatal mistakes leaders unwittingly make when attempting to implement a reason for being. “My Question: What advice would you give young leaders just starting out?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 20, 2013

Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. His advice? Authors are Alan S.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Having conducted extensive field research, Ranjay Gulati , author of the new book, Deep Purpose , The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies , reveals the fatal mistakes leaders unwittingly make when attempting to implement a reason for being. “My Question: What advice would you give young leaders just starting out?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Having conducted extensive field research, Ranjay Gulati , author of the book, Deep Purpose , The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies , reveals the fatal mistakes leaders unwittingly make when attempting to implement a reason for being. “My Question: What advice would you give young leaders just starting out?

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

TechSoup’s Digital Storytelling Challenge tweet chat gathered nonprofit video experts and other experienced storytellers to share what works, what channels are best and more when it comes to sharing videos over social media. Learn how to use LinkedIn's new features to tell your organization's story.

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Tech Soup

JULY 25, 2011

Author of the recently published, The Future of Nonprofits , Dave Neff , best known as the founder of Lights. a nonprofit dedicated to helping and educating cause-driven organizations use video to tell their stories. The Experts. Connect with Volunteer Pros.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether the use of stories or data will create a more compelling year-end appeal: Dear Charity Clairity, Should nonprofits appeal to reason or emotion in their appeals? Stories trigger emotion That’s because the human brain is wired for stories , not facts.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

TechSoup’s Digital Storytelling Challenge tweet chat gathered nonprofit video experts and other experienced storytellers to share what works, what channels are best and more when it comes to sharing videos over social media. Learn how to use LinkedIn's new features to tell your organization's story.

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