Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 23, 2021

Lessons in the book include : You and Your Bosses Working the Grapevine Networking Making Allies of Your Elders Image Having Influence at Any Level Your Work and Your Personal Life After a Setback Mentors Former Chariman and CEO of Lockhead Martin Corporation, Norman R.

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Media Cause

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

From team-led skill development training to having possible paths to role specialties in the area of your interest, the number of growth opportunities at a company should be at the forefront of your mind when you’re evaluating your digital marketing career options. Mentor someone. Are there opportunities for growth?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 13, 2020

Lessons in the book include : You and Your Bosses Working the Grapevine Networking Making Allies of Your Elders Image Having Influence at Any Level Your Work and Your Personal Life After a Setback Mentors Former Chariman and CEO of Lockhead Martin Corporation, Norman R.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Carolyn’s Nonprofit Blog was inspired by the many people who have reached out to Carolyn since it was launched in 2011 to ask for advice about becoming a grant writer and nonprofit fundraiser. Q: What if one I have only basic office skills? Many readers asked How do you become a grant writer? What classes are best?

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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. I take a special interest in coaching and developing young marketing professionals, focusing on expanding their skillsets and wellbeing, as well as leadership skills.

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Tech Soup

MAY 9, 2012

I've heard a lot employees and managers talk about "needing a mentor." " When I ask them what goals they are looking to accomplish with a mentor, most have no concrete answer. What is a mentor and what do they do anyway? Mentoring Is. Mentoring Is Not. Why does someone want a mentor?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 3, 2019

Lessons in the book include : You and Your Bosses Working the Grapevine Networking Making Allies of Your Elders Image Having Influence at Any Level Your Work and Your Personal Life After a Setback Mentors Former Chariman and CEO of Lockhead Martin Corporation, Norman R.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The other is not taking a risk to apply for a new job or opportunity, believing that they do not have enough experience or skills sets,” according to Christie Hunter Arscott , author of the book, Begin Boldly. My best bit of advice: Ask, don’t assume. In Begin Boldly , Hunter Arscott turns this thinking on its head.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Training and Workshops Your nonprofit can offer training programs and workshops where members enhance their skills and industry knowledge. Mentorship Programs Mentorship programs connect experienced professionals with newcomers, providing guidance, skill transfer, and personal growth opportunities.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 7, 2016

A few weeks ago, we aligned with the YW for a skills-based volunteering project with one of their partners, Independence High School in Manhattan. They really got involved here, asking for advice as they crafted summary statements and job descriptions. After the orientation, we helped each student create his/her own LinkedIn profile.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 5, 2018

Lessons in the book include : You and Your Bosses Working the Grapevine Networking Making Allies of Your Elders Image Having Influence at Any Level Your Work and Your Personal Life After a Setback Mentors Former Chariman and CEO of Lockhead Martin Corporation, Norman R.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 25, 2008

This week I am an online mentor on the topic of " Effective Online Networking " as part of the Networking for Success project at the the Women???s Your Advice to African Women About Personal Online Networking Skills. Network Weaving Skills. Photo by Wally G. Background. s Technology Empowerment Centre.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 7, 2021

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to encourage their Development Director to take meetings with major donors. . Sometimes they won’t have the skills. Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D.,

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Qgiv

JULY 12, 2022

This is especially helpful advice if you’ve got volunteers with skills that would be helpful on a board of trustees. Match new board members up with a more experienced board member so that they can form a mentor/mentee relationship. Your volunteers are there to support your nonprofit. Ask your donors.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Today, he kindly answered questions about leadership, mentors, his book, and Millennials in the workplace. Which of your leadership skills helped you most to rise through the ranks at Zane Benefits? Professional will and general curiosity are two core leadership skills we look for in team members at Zane Benefits. Good advice.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Lessons in the book include : You and Your Bosses Working the Grapevine Networking Making Allies of Your Elders Image Having Influence at Any Level Your Work and Your Personal Life After a Setback Mentors Former Chariman and CEO of Lockhead Martin Corporation, Norman R.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 19, 2013

Be sure to take a few minutes each week to view the HEMP Mentorship Minute videos, created by the Helzberg Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program and the Kansas City Business Journal. In the videos, Kansas City-area entrepreneurs offer their advice about a wide range of topics of interest to business owners, managers and leaders.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Small nonprofits in Brazil are usually created by social entrepreneurs in the slums or other low-income zones, people with no management skills but lots of love to give. 5) What is the most important piece of fundraising advice that you have to offer charitable organizations in Brazil? It’s something incredible.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 2, 2012

Here’s some great advice from my colleagues at CommonSense Media. It’s all about teaching digital literacy and citizenship: the knowledge and skills necessary to think critically, behave safely, and interact responsibly in a digital world. Still the stuff of science fiction for most. There’s no going back now.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 28, 2014

Lessons in the book include : You and Your Bosses Working the Grapevine Networking Making Allies of Your Elders Image Having Influence at Any Level Your Work and Your Personal Life After a Setback Mentors Former Chariman and CEO of Lockhead Martin Corporation, Norman R.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 17, 2014

Lessons in the book include : You and Your Bosses Working the Grapevine Networking Making Allies of Your Elders Image Having Influence at Any Level Your Work and Your Personal Life After a Setback Mentors Former Chariman and CEO of Lockhead Martin Corporation, Norman R.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 22, 2008

I was a mentor on Ore's Blog Mentoring Project in Africa as Joitske Hulsebosch also writes about. So, when she invited to participate as a mentor in the Networking for Success project at the the Women???s The mentors are assigned a topic and week and write a post. Oreoluwa Somolu is Executive Director of the Women???s

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 19, 2013

The book shares many insights about how effective networking, collaboration, influence, negotiation, and leadership skills can to success for “Givers.” You probably spend many of your waking hours helping others, connecting people who can benefit from knowing each other, and offering mentoring and advice.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 18, 2014

Lessons in the book include : You and Your Bosses Working the Grapevine Networking Making Allies of Your Elders Image Having Influence at Any Level Your Work and Your Personal Life After a Setback Mentors Former Chariman and CEO of Lockhead Martin Corporation, Norman R.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

The report explains how frustrations within a development position can commonly lead to myriad hurdles for an entire organization and offers tangible advice on how the sector as a whole can dramatically reshape the field of fundraising. How strong are your nonprofit financial management skills? relationships and promote giving.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

They reach out and welcome and mentor newcomers and newer people to the community. Each session has someone assigned from the community to help curate and assist. It is great to observe a conference where the “elders” and the next generation of young leaders provide mutual respect and support.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

– Plan a weekly “teach in” series about COVID facts and advice. Facilitate virtual mentoring, college application review, or interview skills workshop, like Mission Graduates is doing. Raise awareness of critical, life-saving COVID-19 measures. – Host virtual “office hours” where people can drop in to ask questions.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 22, 2011

When you step in the door, you come prepackaged with skills you can share. What are the conversations that should be happening and what advice do you have for organizations on how to be the teacher? Suzy : Collaboration is the best skill someone can have. Seeing Millennials with those skills is great.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 7, 2013

After 22 years in the fields of volunteer program management and nonprofit administration, I’m often asked by colleagues in the sector for advice on how they can improve the volunteer program in their organization. Read Sentari Minor''s, " Engaging and Retaining Skilled (and Key) Volunteers.". Faculty Associate. Like this article?

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 15, 2011

In my experience, Ive learned how integral life skills can be taught and nurtured by tapping into something kids love: basketball. Teach Them to Pass the Ball Developing the skill of working well with others is not accomplished simply by having a group of people show up and work (or play) together.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 1, 2018

Their choice of character determined their skill sets, abilities, and weaknesses in the game. Nigel: You must use your complimentary skills to return the jewel and lift the curse. Upon their arrival, Nigel gives this piece of advice. Each of the characters has a unique set of skills. Your team members have unique skills.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). So, decide today to secure a mentor who will work with you during 2011.

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NTEN

JANUARY 22, 2009

The skills and experiences you already have under your belt have value. Look at the experience and skills you already have, and reflect on your goals and the skills you still need to in order to reach them. Identify people to connect with and learning opportunities that can help you gain those new skills.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). A mentor always exercises the power of suggestion. They pose alternatives.

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Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 18, 2009

Whether you are a college graduate, recently unemployed, or just want to figure out how to use your skills to make a difference, I think AWEARNESS will inspire you. I've got the book to cheer you up-- AWEARNESS: Inspiring Stories about How to Make a Difference by Kenneth Cole. It's my favorite read so far this year.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2015

There will be a lesson learned, there will be clear accountability and you might – just might – have mentored someone in important leadership skills. She publishes practical advice for nonprofit leaders at JoanGarry.com. But as long as it is not a VERY BIG THING, it will be fine. More than fine. Leadership'

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Thanks Lynn for this great end-of-the-year advice.

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