.orgSource

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

To convince you to buy from me, you must believe that I can increase revenue, decrease costs, reduce cycle time, enhance the member experience, and finally, mitigate risk. These are strategies that allow associations to see a real-time picture of their members’ needs.” They’re allowing the members to drive the conversation.

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Forum One

JUNE 15, 2022

A traditional risk assessment tends to lag the realities and miss important perspectives because of the time and expertise it requires to update it. You might think, if we are so frequently wrong about how risky things are and how confident we can be in our assessment, then why articulate risk at all? First, simply articulate the risk.

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Bloomerang

MAY 25, 2022

With the app, the fundraising power of Bloomerang can be accessed from anywhere and in real time to provide meaningful insights that improve constituent interactions. Improve donor retention with real-time donor insights. Enter interaction notes from a call or meeting while the conversation is still fresh.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

AI as a writing tool can make you even more efficient and give you time to do other things like plan great fundraising campaigns. Though it’s startlingly articulate, AI doesn’t think, and it doesn’t know your nonprofit’s goals or supporters as well as you do. Like many nonprofits, Eventgroove is a small company.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Mastering Modern Grant Writing for Nonprofit Success In the dynamic landscape of nonprofit funding, grants continue to play a pivotal role, with billions of dollars allocated annually to support various causes and projects. A well-articulated proposal?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Building a website can be costly and time-consuming. Prior to soliciting proposals from vendors in a formal request for proposals (RFP), you can have informal conversations with them in a request for information or RFI process where you articulate your needs and invite them to provide feedback and express interest in your project.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 18, 2022

Claire Diaz-Oritiz "Many people avoid mentoring because they think it takes a lot of time," says Blanchard. "It Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. It doesn't have to.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Essence of knowledge After more than two decades in the knowledge field—located at various times in community program evaluation, academia and philanthropy—I have come to the conclusion that our biggest problem in maximizing knowledge work is that we too often conflate knowledge with learning.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 18, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Mission Possible: How Technology and Automation Propel Nonprofits We know that running a small nonprofit can be both rewarding and overwhelming, especially when it comes to navigating the technical and financial aspects of your organization. Think of all the time you’ll save!

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

We can help you move analytics to the top of the list by giving you tips to build a business case and how to articulate it to others. We suggest that you have a conversation and not send a survey. This will save time and money. Revenue – Seeing data in real-time enables you to maximize your marketing initiatives.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Tip #3: Be Open to Having Conversations Opportunities are everywhere. Not all conversations will end in a formal corporate sponsorship with a two-year contract and hundreds of thousands of dollars, so keep your eye out for opportunities for smaller sponsorships. If you’re in a mega-hurry, here’s the full list. Easy, right?

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VQ Strategies

JUNE 22, 2021

That’s the first opportunity to clearly articulate the expectations for the volunteer – and to assess whether the role is, in fact, realistic. Agree on time commitment and timeline. Taking the time to establish expectations now sets everyone up for success. I often consider this the first vital reality check.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

And the best way to get to know your major donors is to ask good questions that spark conversation. Then ask if they would have time to talk more with you so you can get to know them. Once you make an appointment, it’s time to prepare and you definitely want to be ready! When the conversation begins, follow the donor’s lead.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Consider the hours of time you spend reading articles and books, attending webinars, conferences and meetings, watching videos, and whatever else you generally do to explore and develop new skills. Take the time to thoughtfully articulate them. Take the time, first, to clarify your own values. Values are powerful.

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Learning Change Strategy Journal 90

Qgiv

APRIL 15, 2024

Sustainability is one of the key concerns in the fundraising world, and it’s important for your nonprofit to identify ways to find additional funding so you can continue supporting your community for a long time. Draft a plan that articulates your mission and vision for your legacy giving program and set attainable goals for the program.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 12, 2021

Claire Diaz-Oritiz "Many people avoid mentoring because they think it takes a lot of time," says Blanchard. "It Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. It doesn't have to.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 29, 2022

Implementing a robust and modern fund accounting system can save your team time, make reporting faster, and give you more opportunity to focus on impactful work. A successful implementation can take a significant amount of time and collaboration among your team. Understanding the Timeline.

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Bloomerang

JULY 10, 2023

When asking for a legacy gift from a donor to your nonprofit, it’s important to approach the conversation with sensitivity and professionalism. They may be more receptive to conversations about furthering their charitable legacy. Tailor the conversation During the meeting, listen attentively for the donor’s values and interests.

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Qgiv

MARCH 11, 2022

It’s the foundation that enables you to articulate your organization’s mission and channel the inspiring stories of those whom you’ve helped. Now is the time to fine tune to really help your supporters be more effective. Look at data like how much time they’re spending with content and how frequently they are coming back.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Claire Diaz-Oritiz "Many people avoid mentoring because they think it takes a lot of time," says Blanchard. "It Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. It doesn't have to.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

They’re responsible for planning, organizing, and directing a group so that goals are reached in a timely fashion. The downside is that the team can flounder if the leader lets everything be decided by the group, especially in times of crisis when decisions need to be made quickly. Public speaking (and sharing your vision).

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 3, 2020

Claire Diaz-Oritiz "Many people avoid mentoring because they think it takes a lot of time," says Blanchard. "It Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. It doesn't have to.

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Mentoring Articulate Phase Journal 52

Bloomerang

JULY 10, 2021

Since these campaigns can be such time- and resource-intensive projects, it pays to give the entire process plenty of upfront thought. These studies are meant to safeguard your time, energy, and resources, showing you early if the key players you’ll rely on during the campaign are interested and up to the task. .

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 16, 2021

The same is true for ongoing vs. first-time donors. Once you have those numbers, clearly articulate your goals and identify what you need to meet your goals. How much food do you need to feed them, and within what time period? . Do this overall and also for first-time and ongoing donors. Number of donors who renewed.

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Analytics Strategy Fundraising Benchmark 122

Bloomerang

JUNE 23, 2022

These latest updates help customers make the most of their precious resources–so they can spend more time on their mission and fundraising programs,” says Tammy Hammond, Bloomerang’s Chief Product Officer. Recommended first-time donor call list. Recent constituents with a new constituent quick-add button. Most recent reports .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Over time, I realized that the same characteristics that distinguish the best football teams are also required to succeed in business,” shares Mayberry. Those characteristics include: A strong commitment to excellence. Additionally, Mayberry explains that culture is NOT things such as: The flexibility to work three days per week.

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

And if I found myself in a job where I couldn’t instill a culture of philanthropy over a reasonable period of time, I’d fire myself (and I have). Shape the Conversation . Once you have a good handle on the subject matter, consider how you might want to shape a conversation on the topic with your key stakeholders. Why is that?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Over time, I realized that the same characteristics that distinguish the best football teams are also required to succeed in business,” shares Mayberry. Those characteristics include: A strong commitment to excellence. Additionally, Mayberry explains that culture is NOT things such as: The flexibility to work three days per week.

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Culture Build Impact Lesson 88

Whole Whale

APRIL 13, 2022

Once you have written this proposal it is time to find great vendors to send you bids. In your initial conversations about the aesthetic you’re after, does the agency staff communicate in language that you can understand? Are they able to articulate back to you what you’re after? Do they outsource design? Technology.

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Michael Stein's Non-profit Technology Blog

MARCH 5, 2006

The problem with this picture is the techy's passivity: she assumes that the user alone is responsible for articulating his concerns. Only after they are articulated will the techy become responsible for providing a solution. But what if both parties accept full responsibility for both sides of the conversation?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Claire Diaz-Oritiz "Many people avoid mentoring because they think it takes a lot of time," says Blanchard. "It Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. It doesn't have to.

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Mentoring Articulate Phase Journal 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2019

Claire Diaz-Oritiz "Many people avoid mentoring because they think it takes a lot of time," says Blanchard. "It Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. It doesn't have to.

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Mentoring Articulate Phase Journal 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 21, 2019

Claire Diaz-Oritiz "Many people avoid mentoring because they think it takes a lot of time," says Blanchard. "It Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. It doesn't have to.

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Mentoring Articulate Phase Journal 40

Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

Take some time to think through and write out all of the details. . Time-bound – By what date do we need to achieve the goal? . Do they articulate an understanding of and/or demonstrate affinity for your mission and vision? Project details. These will likely include: Goals – The S.M.A.R.T. How will we reach this goal?

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Have the same conversation with your board members. First things first, you should be able to articulate to your board what role you’d like to see them have in your development plan. Teach them that fundraising isn’t about asking for money; it’s about giving people the opportunity to give back and improve their communities.

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NTEN

JUNE 13, 2014

In addition to the conversations with participants in three separate tracks, #14LCS includes a stellar lineup of keynote speakers who will spark new conversations and nudge existing conversations to introduce new questions. To get a jump-start on conversations for LCS, we asked Matt a few questions, shared below.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 3, 2017

Claire Diaz-Oritiz "Many people avoid mentoring because they think it takes a lot of time," says Blanchard. "It Some of the best advice I ever received came from tidbits during casual conversations with my mentors," he adds. Articulate your mission in a simple statement you can really call upon. It doesn't have to.

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