Finding the right fit – advice for vetting consultants
Big Duck
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Review this list of topics and questions to ask when starting a new project and searching for the ideal communications firm or nonprofit agency
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Big Duck
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Review this list of topics and questions to ask when starting a new project and searching for the ideal communications firm or nonprofit agency
Bloomerang
MARCH 22, 2024
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., When not to hire a consultant To do regularly performed work. If you’re hiring a consultant because you can’t get approval for a regular hire, you’re wasting the opportunity to become self sufficient. When to hire a consultant 1.
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Bloomerang
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Traditional vs. holistic It’s unclear how many nonprofit consultants and consulting firms are currently operating in the United States, but by a quick Google search it appears to be hundreds. There are numerous articles on different types of nonprofit consultants and their specific niches of how they serve nonprofits.
Robert Weiner
JUNE 15, 2009
This post was inspired by my colleague Kris Putnam’s advice for new consultants ( So, You Want To Be A Philanthropy Consultant? and Starting A Consulting Business? I received the following via CharityChannel’s Consultants forum in 2003. John’s advice was right on target. www.pgcoach.com.
Bloomerang
JULY 28, 2021
When I talk with nonprofit and foundation leaders, many ask me how to ensure they get the right consultant for their projects. Here’s my advice for finding the right consultant for your nonprofit. . Your nonprofit feels ready or has a clear need to bring in a skilled consultant, but how do you find the right one?
DNL OmniMedia
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Nonprofits looking to reassess or develop a new technical strategy should consider partnering with a nonprofit technology consulting firm. Nonprofit technology consultants can help you complete a technology assessment, develop a new technical strategy, implement new systems, and provide reliable ongoing support.
Get Fully Funded
APRIL 14, 2022
Nonprofit consultants specialize in a number of different aspects of nonprofit management from fundraising and accounting to web design. The right consultant can bring your organization new insights, leaping your nonprofit forward in terms of progress. What you need a consultant for . How to research consultants .
Forj
APRIL 22, 2021
An eLearning consultant can help you answer this question and more. Through that work, we’ve seen the common questions that associations face when it comes to hiring an eLearning consultant— and now, we’re here to answer them: What is an eLearning consultant? What does a learning consultant do? That’s great!
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
What Donors Want – Fundraising Advice Straight from the Donor’s Mouth – Guest Post by Rachel Stephenson Sheff. In partnership with strategy consultancy, I.G. Advisors, I produce a podcast called What Donors Want where we ask donors questions just like these.
EveryAction
JULY 21, 2016
The sea of tech options for nonprofits is large and growing - what isn't is data-driven, expert advice on making tech decisions (as a CRM provider, we get it!). We ask the questions that a nonprofit staffer might not think about, or even know they should ask. MW: This is a great question!
Bloomerang
MARCH 8, 2024
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether they can credit a donation in 2023 if the check was dated 2024: Dear Charity Clairity, A donor advised in early December a $20,000 check was mailed to us.
.orgSource
MARCH 11, 2024
The answers to straightforward questions will typically indicate whether an applicant is technically qualified. Charlie Judy, Chief People and Culture Officer at Intelligent Medical Objects, and another contributor to our book, shared this advice about the value of clarity. Hiring for skill is easy. Hiring for fit is more challenging.
.orgSource
JANUARY 14, 2024
For example, the answer to the question “Tell me about a project that you’re proud of” usually gets more weight in a job interview than the response to “Describe what you like best and least about your most recent position.” Kevin Martlage ,orgSource Senior Consultant, is our expert at maximizing group potential.
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question come from a nonprofit employee who want advice on how to budget and pay for capital campaign fundraising expenses: . We hired a Campaign Consultant. Have a question for our Fundraising Coach? Much success!
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
APRIL 8, 2020
If participants are working through an exercise or set of discussion questions, create a google document with your prompts and include space for taking notes. If you have more than 10 people in a meeting, having everyone introduce themselves verbally and answer an icebreaker question can take up a lot of time and can be tedious.
The Storytelling Non-profit
JULY 25, 2020
You can expect content that gives you the insider perspective on how I build strategy as a consultant and a practitioner that you can then apply to the specific nature of your work. Today I’m going to share 4 questions that I always use when I’m trying to answer the question, “What next?” What should we do more of?
Bloomerang
JANUARY 4, 2022
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on best practices around sharing tax information with donors. Have a question for our Fundraising Coach? Please submit your question here.
.orgSource
AUGUST 14, 2023
I asked each of them the question using a slightly different prompt. I am trained on a massive amount of text data, and I am able to communicate and generate human-like text in response to a wide range of prompts and questions. Articles I consulted that were written just months ago, are already out of date.
Blue Fox
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Bonus: implement the advice on our checklist and become a better financial steward even before the audit starts. We encourage you to heed the advice in our audit readiness checklist so you can be as prepared as possible for a smooth and successful audit. For further questions, feel free to contact our team of nonprofit financial gurus.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Edinger also provides invaluable advice and techniques for how to move your sales team from transactional interactions and toward consultative relationships by: Helping your customers with problems they don’t see. Edinger Today, Edinger shares these additional insights with us: Question: How do you become a Growth Leader?
.orgSource
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
I’ve summarized advice from our contributors to offer practical ideas for beginning to integrate the Association 4.0 Sig VanDamme, the Founder of NimbleUser, GoJectory, and VA2A, offered this advice to bring the board along on those speculative ventures: Preparing a board to manage risk is a sales process. Association 4.0:
fusionSpan
SEPTEMBER 26, 2013
Have you considered hiring a consultant to help you identify the ideal system for your association and help with the data conversion? If your nonprofit has a small staff, little technical expertise or limited time, a consultant may be just what you need. Not sure if a consultant is for you? Ask us a question!
.orgSource
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Recent data from the global consulting firm Spencer Stuart shows that 98% of S&P 500 boards conduct a board evaluation of some type, although only about a third review the board as a whole, individual directors, and committees as part of the process. An annual survey is a good start. Analyze the results and commit to a frank discussion.
Bloomerang
AUGUST 14, 2021
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to tactfully ask for donor feedback without making promises. . In terms of what questions to ask, you don’t so much ask, “What should we do?” Charity Clairity.
BoardAssist
JANUARY 20, 2015
There comes a point in most nonprofit’s lives when they need to go outside their organization and hire a consultant to help with one issue or another. Who better to ask for advice on how to do that well than Ellen Simon, the former head of one of Harlem’s most prominent nonprofits and a leading nonprofit consultant now herself.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
You’ll learn plenty more about what it means to burn the boats, how to unleash your full potential, and how to tear down your barriers to achieving success in Higgins’ new book, Burn The Boats – a business-advice and self-help book. Matt Higgins Today, Higgins shares these insights with us: Question: What is the ‘Burn the Boats’ philosophy?
NTEN
JANUARY 27, 2014
Speak with a skilled professional about your most pressing technology questions, get advice and get recommendations on NTC sessions to attend! The Community Corps mobilizes technology volunteers from top corporations to give back to schools, nonprofits and individuals.
NonProfit Hub
MARCH 18, 2021
These conversations are an opportunity to ask for something often overlooked in donor relationship building— advice. When we ask donors for their feedback and advice, we are signaling that we trust them and value their opinion. Questions raised in these early discussions can also be helpful in developing talking points and FAQs.
DNL OmniMedia
APRIL 26, 2024
For example, nonprofits with technical expertise or that work with technology consultants may create optimized online spaces for donors that make giving easy and teach supporters about their nonprofit through interactive content. Other opportunities will come as your nonprofit becomes well-established online.
Bloomerang
AUGUST 4, 2022
In this roundup, I compiled the best year-end fundraising advice from several nonprofit consultants in my network. From Sabrina Walker Hernandez, Founder of Supporting World Hope and consultant, coach, facilitator, and bestselling author. If you had one piece of advice for successful end-of-year fundraising what would it be?
Qgiv
MARCH 8, 2022
Qgiv: What advice would you give to a young woman interested in software engineering? Sandra: My biggest advice would be to not get intimidated by the field. Qgiv: What advice would you give to a woman aspiring to become a tech company leader? Ask questions. Jess: Your voice matters. Bring new ideas to the table.
Top Nonprofits
AUGUST 25, 2021
Patrick Kirby, Founder of Do Good Better Consulting, answers live questions from the online audience around all aspects of virtual fundraising events. Great advice and thoughtful ideas from an experienced fundraiser and nonprofit expert. Patrick Kirby, Founder, Do Good Better Consulting. About Author.
Tech Soup
SEPTEMBER 9, 2013
Although basics like issuing paychecks can be handled through a payroll service, when it comes to benefits, compensation, and compliance, only a professional with up-to-date knowledge can be trusted for advice. These consultation hours can be divided up and used across multiple sessions, with each session having a fifteen-minute minimum.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2011
The book is not only an excellent reference for many Facebook questions, but also provides tactical recommendations for an effective Facebook content, engagement, and measurement strategy. Alison will join the Zoetica Salon today and answer your nitty gritty Facebook questions. What was it like to co-write a book with your spouse?
Candid
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
As a fundraising professional and nonprofit consultant working on a doctorate degree in business, I was curious about just how much a mission statement matters when it comes to nonprofit fundraising. I decided to conduct two studies with my colleagues to get to answer this question. Advice for crafting your nonprofit mission statement.
Blue Fox
JULY 1, 2022
This would answer potential questions from employees like: If her abortion travel is covered, can my facelift be covered? Chantal NOTE: Blue Fox is an advisory and financial consulting firm, not a law firm or a public accounting firm. Any anecdotal advice shared here should not be relied upon for decision-making.
Candid
AUGUST 11, 2022
Have a question? Candid recommends speaking with a fundraising consultant if you need specific advice. . To learn more, visit Candid’s knowledge base for the full article on corporate giving. . Ask our team of online librarians at onlinelibrarian@candid.org or via chat (available 9:30 a.m. ET, Monday-Friday). .
Bloomerang
MAY 8, 2021
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who needs advice on how to deal with a potential legacy gift that has conditions attached. . Have a question for our Fundraising Coach? Please submit your question here.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 18, 2022
Prior to DH, Lim helped create the world’s first series of Culture Books at Zappos.com, where she consulted for eight years. Question: What is it going to take to convince more companies to try a four-day workweek? On the flipside — it’s not the answer for all culture issues or work/life balance questions!
Bloomerang
MAY 8, 2021
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who needs advice on how to deal with a potential legacy gift that has conditions attached. . Have a question for our Fundraising Coach? Please submit your question here.
3rd Sector Labs
JUNE 17, 2014
We had a very active Q&A session after the event, and could not get to all questions before the event closed. The purpose of this post is to share the results of the Q&A, including answers to questions not addressed during the event. Donor retention by the numbers: you’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.
sgEngage
MARCH 3, 2023
And you might be putting the future viability of your organization into question. They’re supported round-the-clock by service teams ready to answer questions and ensure that your people get the information they need when they need it. Transition. Move your applications and data to the cloud. Lean in and embrace this technology.
Candid
JUNE 7, 2022
We also aim to provide practical advice on how scholars, consultants, funders, human resource representatives, and leaders in the nonprofit sector can work together to address anti-Black racism effectively. . Why Candid and ABFE? What does it mean to be Black-led in the social sector?
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 10, 2018
Julia Campbell is social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. The first question that probably comes to your mind when reading this headline is – “Pinterest? By Julia Campbell . 2) Pinterest is about discovery. Pinterest is a discovery platform.
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