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Weave a Safety Net—Find the Right Strategic Partners

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I am still evaluating the lessons learned. I’ve told these stories before, but I’m referring to them again because they highlight advice that can help associations find stability when chaos threatens. Nancy’s Story “Working with public institutions was especially important during the early days,” Nancy recalled. “We

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Lessons From The Season Of Giving: 8 Ways You Can Create Effective Year-End Appeals

Bloomerang

As we’re preparing for our year-end appeals, can you offer some advice on how we can infuse our year-end appeals with the magic of the season? Sharing individual stories of need are more personal to donors than an overview of the broader impact. Begin the appeal with an emotional story or a powerful statistic related to your mission.

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Decision-Making Lessons From History

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Some of my favorite decision-making lessons from history and from the book include these: Own your decisions. And then test their advice against your judgement. When possible use stories and illustrations to make your point about your decision. Be responsible for them and for their implications.

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Practical Advice For Making Good Decisions

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Some of my favorite decision-making lessons from history and from the book include these: Own your decisions. And then test their advice against your judgement. When possible use stories and illustrations to make your point about your decision. Be responsible for them and for their implications.

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Valuable Decision-Making Lessons

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Some of my favorite decision-making lessons from history and from the book include these: Own your decisions. And then test their advice against your judgement. When possible use stories and illustrations to make your point about your decision. Be responsible for them and for their implications.

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Culture, Community, and Technology—A Successful 2022 Convergence

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While Kevin and I offered advice on one of our favorite topics, Association 4.0 They shared stories about strengthening member relations, growing resources, and using tech tools to eliminate the zombie effect, or those repetitive tasks that drain creativity and enthusiasm. Non-dues revenue is a hot topic in any business climate.

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Lasting Leadership Lessons From A Year That Changed Everything

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Leave it to leadership and communications expert, David Grossman , to decide to write a book called, Heart First, Lasting Leadership Lessons From A Year That Changed Everything. David is so in tune with providing timely, critical, actionable advice, how-to’s and tips for leaders.

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