Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. That's why I became an instant fan of the book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. Mentoring is powerful.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 3, 2020

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. That's why I became an instant fan of the book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. Mentoring is powerful.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 22, 2023

But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch , author of the book, Fail More: Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We Clearly articulate lessons learned. Question : What is your ultimate goal for Fail More ? We all fail.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2020

But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch , author of the book, Fail More: Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We Clearly articulate lessons learned. Question : What is your ultimate goal for Fail More ? We all fail.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 5, 2022

It starts with articulating a clear, authentic, and long-term purpose — something that is true today, and that guides the organization into the future. This is increasingly important now, at a time when companies are being challenged to make tough choices and corporate social responsibility is top of mind. What’s next? Take CVS Health.

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Bloomerang

JULY 10, 2023

They may be evaluating their financial and philanthropic goals, and thinking of ways to leave a lasting impact. Prior Charitable Giving : Donors who have previously made significant charitable contributions or steadily supported other organizations have already enjoyed the benefits of philanthropy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. That's why I became an instant fan of the book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. Mentoring is powerful.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2019

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. That's why I became an instant fan of the book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. Mentoring is powerful.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 3, 2021

But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch , author of the book, Fail More: Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We Clearly articulate lessons learned. Question : What is your ultimate goal for Fail More ? We all fail.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 21, 2019

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. That's why I became an instant fan of the book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. Mentoring is powerful.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 28, 2019

But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch, author of the book, Fail More:Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We Clearly articulate lessons learned. “On the path to success, we trip and lose our footing from time to time.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2022

Higher frequency giving has the added benefit of keeping your organization on the top of donors’ minds, keeping them engaged with you and your mission. Establishing an end date and articulating exactly how many times the plan will process can allay doubts for hesitant donors. Engage Peer-to-Peer Fundraisers.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 29, 2020

Articulate Your Brand Vision. Review your goals and existing organizational strategy. Mainly, if the leader gives keynote speeches, writes articles, or is seen as an essential voice in the field, your organization can reap more significant benefits in terms of brand recognition. Reflect on your past failures and learnings.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 25, 2020

But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch, author of the book, Fail More:Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We Clearly articulate lessons learned. Question : What is your ultimate goal for Fail More ? We all fail.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 3, 2017

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. That's why I became an instant fan of the book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. Mentoring is powerful.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

But, honestly, this time of year seems harder, especially when fundraising goals are bearing down. As a nonprofit director, you probably already have your organization on your heart and mind 24/7. When you experience these changes, your organization will benefit. Block off five minutes a day for gratitude mindfulness.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 15, 2017

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. That's why I became an instant fan of the new book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. Mentoring is powerful.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 22, 2011

Nonprofits should focus on continuum of value that incorporates both tangible and intangible benefits to integrating social media in communications or program goals. It defines all the results required to bring about a given long-term goal. How It Works. Integrating Social Media Measurement With Your Theory of Change.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 2, 2018

4 Benefits of a Culture of Transparency. Clearly articulating to donors how their contributions are being used and how that fits into the bigger picture can help to show donors that they’re an important part of the team. Improve donor stewardship. Pamela Gignac and Jeff Gignac, JMG Solutions, Financial Management Toolkit.

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 7, 2023

Clear, effective communication that articulates the nonprofit’s message and goals. Avoid moving too quickly for the donor, and be reminded of the long-term benefits that can arise from cultivating a deep relationship with your major donors. Some of the key benefits of sustainer programs are: Contributions are automated.

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DNL OmniMedia

DECEMBER 15, 2020

With that in mind, we’re going to explore nonprofit email marketing, the types of campaigns available to you, and the best practices to truly excel. With that in mind, a welcome series nurtures new donors, educates them about your organization, and strategically leads them toward a deeper commitment to your organization.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

How does your nonprofit stack up against competitors or like-minded organizations? How to improve operational inefficiencies that are stopping your nonprofit from reaching its goals. With market research, it’s easy to accomplish too much or gather too much information that drowns out your goals. What do you do really well?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 13, 2013

Where I expect to skip most of the sessions because the greatest benefit will come from catching up with colleagues in the hallways. It’s a reminder that if our real goal is to build something radically new – a new data system, a community center, a society – we may need to get out of our own way. Conferences Guest Post'

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DNL OmniMedia

MARCH 31, 2021

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when doing so: Recognize that branding goes far beyond choosing a logo and color palette. When you think of powerful nonprofit brands, what comes to mind? You need to represent those who benefit from your services ethically. Your actions should reflect your nonprofit’s brand. Positioning.

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Achieve

JULY 27, 2017

The people generate the movement, spread the rallying cry of the message, and depend on one another to meet the collective’s goals in addressing the social issue at hand. How does the community benefit from the improved prospects of the people you serve? Philanthropy News Digest. Movements are built by and for the people.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

The power of social media is that it is easier than ever to both articulate, and reinforce, the vision and values that create and inspire alignment,’ said Benioff. With this mindset and approach to technology we need to move to the other end of the “social” spectrum where the goal is to create a more just, sustainable, and prosperous world.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JULY 10, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology My Theory of Practice July 10, 2008 I finally had the reason to begin to more completely articulate my theory of practice. I provide that clear channel, so both sides benefit.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Our clients benefited from this incredible jump in donations, too! Check out this video to learn more: The Boys and Girls Club of Indianapolis reached 101% of their fundraising goal on Giving Tuesday 2020 by using Qgiv’s platform. Motivate your supporters by tying your fundraising goal to something tangible. Set a clear goal.

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Achieve

AUGUST 12, 2021

The real power behind appealing to this age group with your peer-to-peer fundraisers lies in the fact that they’re tech-savvy, have connections with like-minded individuals, and are willing to put in the work to help worthy causes succeed. . Peer-to-peer campaigns lend the perfect opportunity to. connect with donors who care.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Most people don’t write grants with this in mind. Now you have a problem statement, you have to anchor your entire program, and the beautiful thing is that you can flip it around to have a goal that will solve the problem. The number of objectives depends upon how big your goal is and how big your budget is.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 8, 2015

So, as I made my transition – keep in mind that I am still working a nonprofit, just a c4 instead of a c3 – the moment gave me reason to reflect upon the 10 years of experience I had at the Alliance and with colleagues across the country through the National Council of Nonprofits. And we had little to offer – few benefits, no programs.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

With that in mind, here are nine marketing lessons other nonprofits can take away from charity: water. It’s uncommon for a nonprofit to spend time developing and articulating their unique value proposition, but this is one area in which organizations should act like companies. Keep in mind that not all stories need to be long-form.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 5, 2010

I’m supporting the organizations working on the front line and I’m doing the best I can to fight homelessness.&# Mark is an expert at using social media to connect his work on the ground with a broader network of people and organizations who share his goal. If you’re not listening, your organization has a closed mind.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2014

And we can all benefit from a strategic way to approach problems and decisions," he adds. Physical preparation in the business world is less about becoming a Navy SEAL and more about learning how to set goals, overcome challenges, and get in the habit of incremental improvement.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 4, 2016

During January, I review my work routines, systems, and rituals to redesign or tweak them to improve productivity. Rituals and routines have many benefits for your personal effectiveness. Organizations must support staffs’ self-care efforts through clearly articulate values, policies, and programs.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

A volunteer recruitment letter is a more formal way of soliciting volunteers, but you can have your current volunteers personalize them for the prospects they have in mind. Your volunteers should be able to clearly articulate what your organization stands for and what makes it worth volunteering for. Send out social media blasts.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

My goal for this presentation was to synthesize the traditional ROI process with the best thinking about social media and ROI from the gurus like David Armano and KD Paine. Definition: An analysis that looks at the benefits, costs, and value of a technology project over time. There are two types of benefits. Tangible Benefits.

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