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The Live Enterprise Model

Eric Jacobsen Blog

IT systems are evolving from static processing engines to agents of change. And even change management is changing as well. In their book, the authors use eight themes to offer guidance on how to change perspective and view the enterprise as a living organization, enabled by technology. First, get connected.

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Modern Nonprofit Tools for Long-Term Success

sgEngage

Sure, the software companies that provide cloud-based solutions aren’t 100% secure. But these companies have substantially more resources than what a typical nonprofit has. Cloud-Based Software: A Priority for Your Nonprofit So, here’s the tough-love advice: Upgrade. Transition.

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An Action Plan For Embracing Change And Adapting Fast

Eric Jacobsen Blog

I don't mean to discount loss and tragedy, which of course happened, but it is also true that many people and companies experienced tremendous growth. So, what happens next time these people confront change? It happens all the time — we know that change helped us before, but now we see a new change and we think this time is different.

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NTEN Member Case Study: Rebranding the Accidental Techie

NTEN

I also am the front-line troubleshooter for the hardware and software tech issues in the office, and the contact person for dealing with all our various tech support companies, from the network guy, to the ISP, etc. we'd love to hear your story and your advice to others. Did I give up any job responsibilities to add these?

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Parlez Vous Twitter? Evangelizing Social Media In Your Nonprofit Organization and Paving the Way for Adoption

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

He suggests that resistance will remain because people don't understand, feel stupid, don't speak the language, don't have a compelling reason for change, or feel insecure. The advice is don't speak social media geek, speak in simple English, be a bridge, establish trust, and become the understanding guru. What were the problems?

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Member Round Up: Research galore, a handy handbook, and sandcastles as therapy

NTEN

She got lots of great advice on how to work together better, from staff and board members, to consultants and grant writers. What would your organization look like if you had access to the same services and resources as a for-profit company? Sign up for NTEN''s Workshop-Technology Champion Master Class in San Francisco on September 19!

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Member Round Up: Research galore, a handy handbook, and a sandcastles as therapy

NTEN

She got lots of great advice on how to work together better, from staff and board members, to consultants and grant writers. What would your organization look like if you had access to the same services and resources as a for-profit company? Sign up for NTEN''s Workshop-Technology Champion Master Class in San Francisco on September 19!