Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

His new book provides an insider view into the drivers of success and challenges in 26 organizations—including industry giants like Apple, Tesla, Amazon, Microsoft, and Starbucks—along with actionable advice on replicating their winning approaches. Thank you to the book’s publisher for sending me an advance copy of the book.

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NTEN

AUGUST 11, 2010

" There emerged in this discussion thread a "case study," that I felt was both inspiring and instructive. we'd love to hear your story and your advice to others. Tags: accidental techie case study Change Management change management Leadership nonprofit leadership NPTech Planning.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 19, 2014

Case also offered advice for Millennials on how they can make more of an impact by either joining up with a preferred nonprofit or starting one of their own. Even though they are full of potential, Case said it hasn’t been reached yet because the biggest challenge for Millennials was the lack of risk they took with their endeavors.

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Association TV

DECEMBER 1, 2020

So, let’s strike a few chords and give you some advice on the topic, shall we? The same applies for your video project; your choice of song gives you the power to influence the way your audience feels. cue in evil laughter* But seriously, music can be a critical component in developing the tone of your videos.

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CauseVox

JUNE 8, 2021

Join us on June 24th, 2021 at 2:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM PST to hear our Google Ad Grant Certified Professionals experts dive into exactly how to make the most of your Ad Grant in 2021. Submit the form to save your seat today. You’ll come away with the key insights you need to make the most of the Google Ad Grant for your nonprofit.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 11, 2023

He likely didn’t have grassroots campaigns in mind when he uttered those words, but Twain’s advice is spot-on for grassroots advocacy practitioners as they make a plan to engage the new Congress. “To stand still is to fall behind,” said Mark Twain. The 118th Congress has new leadership and plenty of new lawmakers.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 24, 2015

Murphy offers this advice to other nonprofits that want to set up an employee champion strategy: Have a clear idea of goals. George Orwell: “If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.” pic.twitter.com/s4COgBXzcK. Lotte Leicht (@LotteLeicht1) January 7, 2015.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Case Studies. 2022 included our first annual Digital Impact Summit and other great webinars that left attendees with tangible tips and expert advice on various topics, including data storytelling, customer experience, and annual planning. Why Cross-functional Collaboration is Key to a Successful Digital Strategy.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

For this reason, I want to share with you my best fundraising writing advice and give you some easy but very useful steps to help you write your best fundraising letter and to keep you motivated and inspired. KNOW WHO YOU’RE WRITING TO: A very important fundraising advice is to identify who your target audience is.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 13, 2007

Susie Halksworth started to write a blog when she was made responsible for implementing the Advice For Life FOSS project, testing free and open source software for the VCS. Yes, I am a case study for the ICT Hub. who is marvellous did the case study, thanks so much Beth! You can read it here. Beth Kanter.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 11, 2021

In following the oft-cited advice to “fail fast” and to “launch before you’re ready,” founders risk wasting time and capital on the wrong solutions. Eisenmann features all his research findings and expert advice in his new book, Why Startups Fail. Some of the advice on how to succeed as an entrepreneur can backfire.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 12, 2006

" So, I'm sharing a little getting started advice, a mini-case study, and a list of resources. The Case Study. This article on idealware, Using Social Networks to Stop Genocide by Ivan Booth is an excellent and detailed case study. What should you bring forward?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 12, 2021

Strong case studies and great photography help to deliver our message,” said Pamela Vass, digital fundraising executive at Sightsavers. Check out our Gaming for Good podcast series, which offers tons of advice from gamers, streamers, and nonprofits on how to get started. Know Your Audience. About the Author. Oliver Shiel.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

The guide includes some case studies and practical tips for CEOs. CEO Case Study: Bowl Cancer UK. She shares a case study of lessons learned. ” CEO Social Media Advice from Matt Collins. Matt offers up some great advice for CEOs about being authentic and human on social media.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 26, 2024

Expert Tips : Discover valuable advice on managing volunteers, training your team, and maximizing fundraising opportunities. Access the full EAF client success story and discover: Winning Strategies : Learn the EAF’s secret sauce for securing high-dollar sponsorships and engaging players. Stop wrestling with spreadsheets and paperwork.

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Network for Good

APRIL 21, 2021

Our new site lets us highlight their voices through compelling videos, testimonials, and case studies. to make sure we were providing the best advice possible. We knew we wanted to put our nonprofit customers and their incredible stories front and center. Relevant & Timely Resources. What’s next?

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Network for Good

APRIL 21, 2021

Our new site lets us highlight their voices through compelling videos, testimonials, and case studies. to make sure we were providing the best advice possible. We knew we wanted to put our nonprofit customers and their incredible stories front and center. Relevant & Timely Resources. What’s next?

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

In this blog, you’ll find articles about: Opinions on Industry Trends, Topics in Behavioral Science, Whitepapers and Case Studies in Philanthropy, and Direct Mail and Online Fundraising. While her content might not look super modern, her advice is invaluable. THE AGITATOR / DONOR VOICE.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Maybe you love case studies and sharing successful practices? That means we want to ensure that community members have opportunities to provide feedback, suggestions, and advice in planning, execution, and evaluation of our programs and services. Are you a lover of data and research? Someone interested in the latest trends?

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Kindful

APRIL 28, 2021

Check out this case study from Living Stones Academy, a Michigan-based nonprofit that pivoted to a virtual event in 2020. Simply put: If you need help, want to bounce an idea off of someone, or find out what has and hasn’t worked for others, you’re likely just a message board away.

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Robert Weiner

FEBRUARY 10, 2009

The guide also offers advice on where and when to use these services. Case studies, security concerns as well as the advantages and disadvantages of various web services are discussed, with the aim of improving advocates ability to conduct online advocacy campaigns. read more.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 29, 2016

There are also many sessions with case studies and expert advice about measuring impact of nonprofit work using data. And, the schedule is also designed for networking and making connections. There are sessions on specific techniques and tools – like dashboard and data visualization software and techniques.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 5, 2016

Based on expert advice and insights from a variety of respected industry experts, Nonprofit Fundraising 101 is an essential text for nonprofit professionals, volunteers, activists, and social entrepreneurs who want to leverage best practices to promote their cause. Just leave a comment in this blog post about why you want the book.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2008

Advice to other nonprofits about doing this? During National Preparedness Month (September) my best advice is to always be prepared to react quickly to implement online campaigns that will complement offline activities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

The frameworks and tips we outlined were field tested in real-time as part of my work as Visiting Scholar at the Packard Foundation with 60 of their grantees who participated in a peer learning/focuss group and contributed many of the case studies. The book also has a social good purpose. Thank you so much!

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Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 15, 2010

We talked to a few experts and condensed their advice into this article. eCampaigning Ideas | Advocacy Online – "This year's edition of eCampaigning Ideas includes eight great case studies put forward by groups using our software in a number of countries worldwide. What does that mean for you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 14, 2020

"The book will show you how to release the power of alignment, how to create unified action, and channel everyone's energy in the same direction," With each of the book's 14 chapters, readers are are presented with a fictional case study based on the authors' experiences. You'll learn practical methodologies and easy-to-use tools.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 25, 2011

The book offers lots of tips, advice, and frameworks to help nonprofit professionals transform their organizations in order to survive and thrive. Case studies highlight successes and failures. Features actionable advice on creating an organization that is primed to grow and thrive in the immediate and long-term future.

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Care2

JANUARY 14, 2013

One of my favorite parts about starting a new year is reviewing all of the top 10 (or in some cases the top 133) lists and trends. I find them useful to bookmark, especially when you need to get your hands on an important article that has good data or strategic advice that you want to share with senior leadership to get their buy in.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

We’d like to try to benchmark it against other disruptive pinterest campaigns but we’re not sure there is a good comparison case study. What are your 2-3 tips or advice for ngos about using pinterest? We predicted it might be smaller as the campaign is disruptive to the usual pinterest pattern. What did you learn?

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NTEN

APRIL 1, 2015

case study Community website design' We’ve overhauled everything here, from creating or editing an account, joining or renewing Membership, to registering for an event. While it’s still not a perfect system (yet), we hope this new site will be a big improvement in terms of usability.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 31, 2012

What advice would you offer to nonprofits are the other side of a social media crisis? This is a textbook case on what NOT to do in social media when you find yourself in a crisis. Here’s more advice from Carie and others about how to handle a social media crisis: Carie Lewis: Social Media Crisis Tips.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 17, 2011

Note from Beth: Since the concept of working in Networks is can be hard to explain to newcomers, learning from case studies, stories, and examples can be illuminating. Their advice was to figure out who supports network behavior and involve/dance with them. The design was to share this learning was amazing.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

For nonprofits looking to sharpen their communication strategies, CompassPoint's 24th Annual Nonprofit Day offered a wealth of advice. Each speaker then went on to unpack one of the three areas of intersection and drive her point home with a compelling case study. Impact: Be Rather Than Do. Communications as Core Competency.

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Care2

MARCH 27, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 17, 2021

Advice for nonprofits on going from web forms to results. Case Study: Custom integration in action. *This post was originally published on 12/3/2017, and it was updated on 06/17/2021. WordPress is the world’s most-used Content Management System (CMS), and Salesforce is the leading Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 25, 2010

For the third and final Conversational Case Study on America’s Giving Challenge from Allison Fine and I, we pose a question rather than answer one: Is there a “special sauce” for successful participation in online fundraising contests ? Source: Extreme Foods. The post summarizes the strategies used by contest winners.

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