Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 10, 2015

As my work as a trainer pivots more towards leadership development in a networked world, I’ve been doing more and more training on the topic of mindfulness at work techniques. This particular study attracted a lot of media attention and I read through about 50 different online articles and posts. Mindfulness Walking'

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CauseVox

APRIL 29, 2021

Starting to fundraise without a plan is like building a house without a draft – you need a plan to know where you’re going, and to keep you on that track. And even though it may be more work in the short term, it will save you time in the long run by focusing your attention on the things that matter most.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 28, 2014

You don’t need flashing lights to get attention, you just need something that looks good. Always keep in mind that your website has a purpose outside of looking cool. Well, it’s true, but conTEXT is queen, and is often the case, she’s the real brains of the operation. 1) Keep it Simple. Don’t be afraid of blank, “white space.”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 27, 2016

Now that task has been checked off my to do list, I am ready to pay attention to technology wellness again. It was like a reboot for my brain, but I found it really difficult to do. That task required a screen! The first thing I did was to take a walk at the Stanford Dish , a nearby nature hiking area, without my mobile phone.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 28, 2014

You don’t need flashing lights to get attention, you just need something that looks good. Always keep in mind that your website has a purpose outside of looking cool. Well, it’s true, but conTEXT is queen, and is often the case, she’s the real brains of the operation. 1) Keep it Simple. Don’t be afraid of blank, “white space.”

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Candid

APRIL 27, 2021

The same principle lies at the heart of a mind map. Mind maps help us stay organized in the world of content shock, informational chaos, and short attention span. Psychologists revealed the power of this instrument for the human brain a long time ago. They say mind mapping makes people more creative and retentive.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 13, 2012

But I sense in conversations here at the conference that participants are clearer in their minds about the practice of evaluation than they are about the practice of learning. With that in mind, I wanted to set out six queries that might help foundations orient, anchor, and structure their learning, and better use its fruits.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 14, 2015

These skills are: self-management and attention training. ” I don’t bother with time management techniques because in a networked world, they don’t work – that is industrial age thinking. What is more important is managing your attention and energy. That translates to redesigning the way you work.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 12, 2016

What comes to mind when you think of “ nonprofit psychology?”). One interesting finding is that the human brain actually learns best in relaxed concentration. When you’re developing marketing materials, keep this principle in mind. If you Google the word “psychologist,” the image that pops up is almost exactly that.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 2, 2015

They capitalize on our brains’ ability to direct our behavior on autopilot, allowing us to reach our goals even when we are distracted or preoccupied with other things. I also throughout the month of January review my work routines and systems and redesign or tweak to improve productivity. Year in Review.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 2, 2023

Time tracking doesn’t have to be fancy. Keeping a task list can save you time and clear your mind. By batching calls or writing, you can actually be more productive since your mind is already in the mode for getting that kind of task done. You’ll be able to identify and eliminate unproductive tasks that are sucking your time.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 8, 2023

Donor databases like Little Green Light , Bloomerang , and Kindful do so much more than just track donations. Be sure to add all these folks you’re meeting to your donor database and track your interactions. Others find that designated blocks during each day help them stay on track. Make sure you get enough sleep.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 20, 2023

How to create an online fundraising strategy Tips for a successful online fundraiser 10 effective online fundraising ideas 8 online fundraising metrics to track Use the tips and ideas in this guide to create your own online fundraising plan and to determine the fundraising tools you’ll need to accomplish your ultimate goals. Social media.

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Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2023

Keep in mind that you can also leverage social media tools for your fundraising campaigns. Track key metrics To determine how successful your strategy is and see if you’re reaching your goals, you need to know which metrics to track. Some solutions allow you to track key metrics via an online dashboard for various campaigns.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

I think our days and our brains can sometimes feel like this calculation. . We are competing for attention at a level we have never seen in our lifetimes. If we are competing for attention, we want to compete for also the kind of feelings that people are feeling when they’re thanked and stand out in the crowd. .

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CauseVox

JUNE 1, 2021

Our brains are wired for visual information; people process images 60,000 times faster than words. Also, our collective attention span is evolving. In order to maximize a short attention span, it makes sense to marry visual and written content. Consistent, relevant content is key to keeping your campaign top of mind for donors.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 2, 2021

Stops you in your tracks, all starts with data. . Adult brains don’t learn new things that easily. ” Tech ROI means paying attention to the data that’s coming in and taking action based on the information that your technology is serving up to you. They all know they’re being tracked.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 14, 2023

That’s why you have to plan ahead: A robust content plan will save you time—and brain space—and help you produce great nonprofit content while also tackling the rest of your mile-long to-do list. Nonprofits are always mindful of their budgets, so using metrics for your content is critical to demonstrating meaningful ROI.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Harvey’s going to talk a little bit about getting inside the minds of donors. But if you can get inside a donor’s mind, I think that is the secret to reducing your attrition, which means increasing the number of people who renew and give you gifts year after year. . We’re going to do a little intro. . no, no, no.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

I’d love to know, what is your role at your organization right now, and what comes to mind when you think about strategic planning? I guess I’m on the right track.” So we actually draw our strategic plans, our impact strategies, as mind maps. You can really imagine eight weeks well in your human brain. .

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Bloomerang

JUNE 25, 2021

Well, your database, I’ve said this, your database is like your brain, right? Like your fundraising brain. So just keep that in mind. Now, 50% of people pay more attention to direct mail than to any other marketing channel. Now, are they even paying attention to it? We pay attention to our mail.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 5, 2021

As you review these best practices, remember to keep your donors’ needs top of mind. We will target our major donors and monitor our CRM to measure donation sizes to stay on track.” Pay attention to what different segments of your audience need from you. Don’t let confirmation emails go to waste.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

And like a personal guide, they keep us on track when it’s inevitable that we’ll get lost in the day to day, hustle and bustle, and demands of our jobs. With the ever declining attention span of your audience, it’s necessary that you start appealing to a broader range of senses. Checklists. They’re necessary.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 17, 2008

Then I got a track back from the email dashboard blog that rounded up all posts that responded to the New York Times article about information overload. It pointed to a post from Stowe Boyd called " Information Overload, Schmoverload " that suggested the article was another attack on connectedness and whole brain attention.

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Museum 2.0

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Which issues can I ignore because they don’t need my attention? Your old prejudices and hang-ups, your own beliefs about credentials, are hanging out in your mind, no matter how you try to avoid it. Then, when you look through resumes, your unconscious brain might move you to a certain candidate.

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