.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2022

While Kevin and I offered advice on one of our favorite topics, Association 4.0 The September 29 conference was a meeting of minds and a journey to discovery. Non-dues revenue is a hot topic in any business climate. Leadership. Even when the speakers hit it out of the park, it’s always about the people.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Advice : Ask for advice. Don’t start formulating a respond in your mind while you pretend to be giving your full attention. With only 152 pages, it’s a quick read that’s packed with helpful advice for leaders who truly want to excel. Share your results and say thank you. Just listen.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 8, 2024

Reactions to your advice or feedback often surprise you. Meditation, journaling, and other mindfulness practices are additional avenues to greater self-awareness. You can’t understand why you need to explain yourself so often. Constructive criticism makes you uncomfortable or even angry. (Be Be honest about this.)

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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.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2024

Devi’s advice: understand the best use case for your organization and how you and your staff work best with the AI. ” (For more advice on getting started responsibly, see 8 Steps Nonprofits Can Take for Responsible AI Adoption and advice on drafting an acceptable use policy.)

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

shared this valuable advice. Don’t let “out of sight” become “out of mind.” If performance issues have been a problem, keep an open mind. The desire to be fully aware of the strengths and weaknesses of your team drives this type of evaluation. My colleague, Joanna Pineda, CEO and Chief Troublemaker at Matrix International Inc.,

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 19, 2017

Especially if you don’t have a deep pool of your own experiences to draw on, how can you benefit most from the advice that is so freely offered? Rather than ignore all advice or grow frustrated by the differing opinions, keep reading — it expands your mind—but create your own lens for evaluating advice.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 20, 2022

Things to Keep in Mind When Running a Sweepstakes. Cynthia, our Head of Customer Success, offers this advice for any nonprofit hosting a sweepstakes, “ Big ticket prizes may seem like a risk for an organization to invest in, however, if marketed well, the proceeds will compound.” . Entries: All tickets have a chance to win any prize.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 2, 2013

If your nonprofit is thinking about hosting an event at a public school or starting a long-term program in public schools, here's some advice to help you out. Plan to be self-sufficient. Teachers and administrators have a million things to do each day. Jillian Terry is a former Colorado educator.

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.orgSource

MARCH 20, 2023

One example of this phenomenon that comes to mind is how we will all need to respond to improved AI technology and greater opportunities for customer service and personalization. In a July 2022 article , Accenture reported that 88 percent of executives thought their customers were changing faster than the company’s ability to keep pace.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 4, 2020

This means that the prospect has attended an event (either fundraising or non-ask), has joined a committee or board, has volunteered at your organization, has offered your staff advice, or has taken some other proactive step to becoming more closely involved with your non-profit. All is not lost. Get them involved on a committee.

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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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 27, 2023

Among the advice Burstall offers is that when a disaster strikes, he recommends you look beyond your organization for help. At a time of crisis, you are going to need the hive mind of your top team.” It changed their lives for the better,” adds Burstall. Thank you to the book’s publisher for sending me an advance copy of the book.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Advice for organizations to double down on retention of online donors. The thing that comes to mind almost immediately is just getting their tech in check.” The mindset to retaining different kinds of donors. What organizations can do to focus on retaining online donors. COVID-19 adaptations that might remain helpful going forward.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 30, 2022

We also learned from some of the finest minds in the association space. . The session offered valuable advice for any association leader looking to take their career to the next level. We had such a great time seeing you in Nashville at ASAE Annual 2022 ! The theme of this year’s conference was Disruption=Opportunity.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on what to do after a donor says “no” to a meeting. They want to make up their own minds about what to fund. One of my favorite things to do is simply to ask for advice, rather than a gift. That doesn’t really interest me, and now is not a good time.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 24, 2022

Research Your Donors to Read Their Minds. The words you want them to say: “ Wow, it’s like he read my mind! ”. In other words, understand your donor base so well it’s like you’ve read their minds. Ask for Advice — You’ll Usually End Up with Money. The old fundraising maxim applies here: “Ask for money, you’ll get advice.

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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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Candid

AUGUST 11, 2022

Keep in mind that most companies tend to favor: . Candid recommends speaking with a fundraising consultant if you need specific advice. . CSR includes corporate philanthropy, but also environmental issues, employee engagement, and corporate governance. . Locations where they operate.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 12, 2018

” Given our mutual interests, we had a lot to share about mindfulness and well being. A writer, consultant, and coach, Maia Duerr draws on her decades of Zen practice and training in anthropology to create powerful tools for integrating mindfulness into the workplace and in the everyday lives of the people she works with.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

By going above and beyond to show your appreciation , you can stay top of mind for your supporters and encourage them to stay involved. Keep these tips in mind when you need to take your fundraising approach back to basics and ensure your nonprofit has a strong foundation to meet current and future challenges.

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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Alfredo Ramirez is the founder and president of Alras Digital —a modern digital and communications agency challenging conventional strategies with equitable solutions that drive campaigns beyond the finish line and into the minds of decision-makers and supporters. Raise the Roots.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2023

By building a relationship , you’re ensuring that when the next grant cycle comes up, you’ll be top of mind. What to do if you can’t get advice from the funder Although many funders will be open to having this conversation, some won’t. A funder’s personal and meaningful connection with a nonprofit can guide their giving decisions.

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Association TV

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Your interviewee wins by reaching your audience, getting their key message out, making their name top-of-mind for potential customers; and you win by making high-quality content, engaging your audience and securing that sweet non-dues revenue. Balance is key. So, when is it time to make your own sponsored content?

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Blue Fox

MAY 18, 2020

Focus On: Leadership, Funding, Positiveness and Re-Engaging Your Organization As some states like our home base of Florida begin to re-open, nonprofit teams are putting their minds together to draw a new map for the future. A map of how to survive, keep a positive mindset and continue to provide critical services in their community.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 5, 2022

One of the challenges we all come up against in fundraising is standing out in donors’ minds, hearts and ultimately wallets. And if you’re just getting started with stories for non-profit fundraising, here’s my best advice for beginners. . If so, describe that. . Why is this impact ultimately important? The Unique Perspective Story.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 23, 2020

The following great advice about how to apologize is from the book, The Courage Solution , by Mindy Mackenzie. Keep in mind that an effective apology requires you to have actually begun working on a solution by the time you get to this step. Asking humbly, "How can I fix this?" Asking humbly, "How can I fix this?"

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 12, 2021

Has the person demonstrated a "getting lost with confidence" mind-set? Does the person seek out and seriously consider advice? Use the questions and the scoring for you and your employee to work together toward the highest ratings across the board. Does the person communicate with authenticity?

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 9, 2014

With those staggering, and frankly disheartening, statistics in mind, it’s clear nonprofits need to put a greater emphasis on retaining the volunteers they already have. Here’s a list of the top reasons volunteers keep coming back, according to volunteer consultancy company , Software Advice : 27% convenient scheduling.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 13, 2022

How will you ensure that decisions taken are mindful of the wider system and longer term as well as short term? How can you ensure that the content of the discussion is focused on the key message(s)? What can you do to make the conversation a generative one that moves things forward?

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

If you’ve ever felt like you aren’t powerful enough to change the world, this book may just change your mind. Compassion fatigue is real, and this book offers practical advice for taking care of yourself while also looking out for the wellbeing of others. Changing the World Without Losing Your Mind, Revised Edition by Alex Counts.

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Volunteer Hub

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Here’s an example of how to list volunteer experience on a resume: Keep in mind that like your work experience, you should only include your volunteer experiences if they’re relevant to the job you’re applying for. Her job advice has been featured on career platforms like Zapier and CharityJob, as well as on the BBC. AUTHOR BIO.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Many nonprofits find that this option provides them with peace of mind, and allows them to focus on their mission. Harbor Compliance does not provide tax, financial, or legal advice. The other option is to outsource registration to a compliance solutions provider such as Harbor Compliance , or a law firm. Make it a priority for 2021.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Has the person demonstrated a "getting lost with confidence" mind-set? Does the person seek out and seriously consider advice? Use the questions and the scoring for you and your employee to work together toward the highest ratings across the board. Does the person communicate with authenticity?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 18, 2022

Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Advocates for a mentee's work assignments or career development, to the help the mentee's growth and development Finally, keep in mind that a mentor for one phase of your life may not be the person you need at another point.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

To help you maximize your fundraising efforts this month, I’m here with advice on how to tell stories that raise money in December. If you sound like a broken record in your mind, you’re likely on the right track. If you’re looking for more copywriting advice, check out these posts. Why Tell Stories in December.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 17, 2020

Many nonprofits find that this option provides them with peace of mind, and allows them to focus on their mission. Harbor Compliance does not provide tax, financial, or legal advice. The other option is to outsource registration to a compliance solutions provider such as Harbor Compliance , or a law firm. Make it a priority for 2020.

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