Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2011

Not all nonprofits are born with the spreadsheet gene. And it isn’t simply a technical problem that can be solved through training or purchasing analytics software. Data is focused on the metrics that are specific to social media channel. That is they make decisions based on meaningful data, rather than solely by gut.

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Nonprofits Source

AUGUST 18, 2023

Reporting ⁠— Look for software that provides detailed insights into matching gift progress, trends, and other relevant metrics. From the sale to the onboarding training and the ongoing customer support has been exceptional. Carefully evaluate these elements in your matching gift software buying.

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Gyrus

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Though it may not be the most attractive trend in the learning industry, there is something to be said about the wealth of information that is available to Learning Professionals across the board. So you may be asking yourself where is the linkage to learning programs? Statistics are not just limited to the baseball field.

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Association Analytics

JUNE 2, 2021

Those traditional metrics are a good starting point, but often do not tell the whole story. Considering the data more broadly will help you track trends over time, determine the lifetime value of a member, identify overlapping behaviors, take action to invest more or less in your product offerings, and maximize your return on investment.

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Qgiv

JUNE 10, 2022

She is regularly featured as a presenter at multiple chambers of commerce and local workshops and seminars on networking, event marketing, and sales training. Based on this philosophy, Cora makes it her business to open doors to a path of continual success for companies of all sizes. Types of Online Fundraising Events.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

After you've been able to use metrics to learn what works and adapt your approach, you can use a traditional approach which begins with defining value and culminates with a financial calculation that could go something like this. Definition: An analysis that looks at the benefits, costs, and value of a technology project over time.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 1, 2009

I will also continue to write case studies, step-by-steps instructional pieces, and trend pieces. Social Media Audience Research and Social Network Analysis: I've been tracking social media research snippets for a while, but not in a very well organized way. This will go hand in hand with the training work I do.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

This helps you monitor your progress with various campaigns, your donor retention rate, and other metrics that are important to your fundraising success. By identifying the trends and behavior of your organization’s site visitors, you can better understand where the issues on your site lie. Backlink analysis. Individual tasks.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 27, 2007

Or they might have some understanding of metrics and have gone as far as setting up a free google analytics account, but are not sure what to do next. Web Analytics is the objective tracking, collection, measurement, reporting and analysis of quantitative Internet data to optimize websites and web marketing initiatives.

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Care2

JULY 26, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Need some metrics guidelines?

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Care2

JULY 17, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Need some metrics guidelines?

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Care2

FEBRUARY 3, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Need some metrics guidelines?

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 17, 2007

It wasn’t meant as a statement about what I think about whether or not web stats are a useful metric of much. Webstats are, of course, important, both as an internal metric to watch, analyze, and improve, and for that matter, to put out there, in conjunction with lots of other data. What are the trends on all of the above?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 16, 2008

This can take place in a variety ways, including brown bag lunches "Facebook Friday," presenting examples from other organizations experiences, sharing market research data about consumer trends and social media. The key skill is pattern analysis and of course, using what you find to inform decisions or actions. Now it is your turn.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Phase 4: The Analysis Stage. Analyze key metrics in your database. Examine data from your past digital marketing efforts to understand trends in how your existing audience engages with your web presence. Make sure to train your team to use any new solutions to ensure that these tools are used to the fullest.

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CauseVox

MAY 11, 2023

Enhanced Data Analysis AI can also analyze data more quickly and effectively. Your organization probably generates and collects a lot of data, and AI-powered data analytics tools can help you gain insights into donor behavior, program outcomes, and other key metrics. But hey, it’s not all doom and gloom!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2007

I'm doing a session at Boston podcamp called the Social Media Metrics/ROI Game. So when I heard that one of the leading subject matter experts on social media metrics - Jeremiah Owyang - was the guest of honor at a local social media networking event , I decided to go. So, here's the session description: Social Media Metrics/ROI Game.

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fusionSpan

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Using a donor management system provides capabilities such as data analysis, using this to send personalized communications, and implementing automations to manage these based on donor behavior. As donors form the fundamental pillar of nonprofit work, fostering these meaningful connections is essential.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Assess your needs: Conduct a thorough analysis of your current donor database’s shortcomings, challenges, and the goals you aim to achieve with the new system. Define specific metrics and outcomes you expect from the migration to guide your strategy. Address concerns, provide updates, and ensure a transparent transition process.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 8, 2016

Plus, spreadsheets provide numbers but not critical analysis, and meaningful data-driven conclusions are hard to come by. The most effective dashboard solutions are intuitive and visually dynamic; they present an accessible real-time look into a range of metrics. Train Diligently. Consider Accessibility.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 23, 2009

And while surveys, focus groups and other services can give you an analysis of what your current audience is doing online, direct observation is works best. Jeremiah Owyang, Social Network Sites Use Analysis - Compilation of Research Facts. What hard data points or metrics will you use to track your objectives? Measurement.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

One of the top benefits of a CRM system is the ability to analyze donor behavior and trends, then translate those insights into better strategic decisions. Once you have chosen a CRM, make sure you have time to train your staff on how to use it. What are this CRM’s reporting features? Read reviews online.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 2, 2015

The bottom line is member acquisition – so they know the one metric that matters. It was designed and built on the notion of data collection and analysis. million messages lets them do predictive analysis. The data set has been stripped of personal information and now available on a creative commons license at Crisis Trends.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Also essential to the day were 12 coaches, whose areas of expertise ranged from digital media to business analysis, and three judges: James Rooney, Microsoft; Deena Pierott, iUrbanTeen; and Sonya Watson, Tides Foundation.

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