NTEN

AUGUST 15, 2012

Websites are loaded with eye candy these days — from slick user interfaces to interactive maps to cool photo slideshows — all achieved without Flash, just HTML, CSS and Javascript. Some focus their attention on traditional charting and graphing, but others delve into the world of geocharting, heatmaps, timelines, and more.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 5, 2023

The problem is that if you’re like most, you haven’t paid a lot of attention to your accounting system. Plus, once you set it up and map the fields (i.e. A simple report with a pie chart can easily show you that. So set up your Chart of Accounts right from the get-go. Maybe that’s you! One size does NOT fit all here.

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System Help Nonprofit Track 98

Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2017

We thought you might like to see what's new and also some product donations that are great, but not getting enough attention. Tableau is professional-grade data-visualization software that helps you create powerful, interactive data visualizations in the form of charts and graphs. Airbnb Social Impact Experiences.

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Sharepoint Chart Library Online Learning 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 18, 2017

They capture their discussion by taking notes on the “tablecloths,” (in this case, it is flip chart paper). When a fire pops up, the reaction is a flurry of unplanned activity that usurps everyone’s attention and time. One of the topics includes stress triggers in the workplace.

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Culture Nonprofit Chart Flickr 98

Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

By translating these lessons into the nonprofit context, we can gain valuable insights into crafting campaigns that inspire participation rather than simply grab attention. This runs counter to short-form trends on TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube that occupy our attention. Track donation source data to optimize outreach channels.

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Lesson Fundraising Digital Test 59

NTEN

AUGUST 15, 2012

As you encourage content curation activities for your staff, you may also want to remind them of techniques for being efficient and staying focused: Manage Your Attention, Not Just Your Time: Don't just create a to-do list, lay it out on daily and weekly schedules, breaking down key tasks of the project into chunks.

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Content Exercise Technique Journal 62

Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2022

Unlike a fun run or a 5K fundraiser, you don’t need to map out a racecourse or organize volunteers to man your event. If you’re hosting a read-a-thon as a school fundraiser, consider displaying these progress charts in the classroom so classes can see how well they’re doing and stay motivated to reach their fundraising and reading goals.

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Hosting Fundraising Badge Pledge 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 8, 2009

One of the tools for better understanding networks are visual diagnostics and mapping techniques. He co-authored a paper called " Visual Diagnostics and Mapping for Scaling Change " and we had an opportunity to discuss it. If you missed it, you can read Part 1: Systems Mapping for Nonprofits.

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Analysis Social Network Network South Africa 71

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. They say mind mapping makes people more creative and retentive. Why use mind maps in your nonprofit practice? How to create mind maps.

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Map Mind Free Tools 121

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 9, 2009

We've spent the last 18 months focused on how social media can support communications and fundraising strategies and now it is time to turn attention to program delivery and other issues. What I found most thought provoking were the questions we should ask about technology in charting the future.

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Social Media Report Program Media 92

Nonprofits Source

JUNE 22, 2017

Think about all the emails, social messages, and ads competing for your attention online. Once you select the Channels tab it will bring up a chart showing your organic traffic: Selecting the Landing Page dimension will filter data to show individual page performance. Heat maps, Click Maps, and Session Recorders.

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Digital Marketing Guide Chapter 111

Museum 2.0

FEBRUARY 18, 2007

Org charts, like maps, aren't given the attention they should be, especially in large institutions. Org charts are not just about putting people in their place. Check out They Rule , on which you can view and generate maps (circa 2004) by linking influential people to the institutions whose boards they are on.

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Chart Org Social Network Network 20

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 29, 2009

I've been in Washington, DC for the Network Effectiveness and Social Media Strategy Map working session for Packard Foundation Grantees convened by Monitor Institute. This is a post to help me identify what I don't know about social network analysis and mapping tools with the hope that you'll fill in the gaps in the comments.

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Analysis Social Network America Network 95

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

As you explore the different apps, pay attention to the highlighted features and consider how each could make a difference in how you fundraise. With interactive maps, private meeting scheduling, and a personalized agenda, attendees have everything they need to get more from the event. The best part?

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Org Raise Tools Help 78

NTEN

MAY 12, 2011

Given the attention that Data gets from the media, influencers, and the hill, we believe that every communications department is obligated to look closer at their data and how they are using it - and should be tapping into it to get work done towards your organizations goals. Focus their attention, and they'll get it.

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Data New York City Storytelling New York 100

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 9, 2009

Last week, I had the opportunity facilitate a " Social Media Strategy Map " workshop for over 100 Bay Area nonprofits. I think people are more likely to pay attention if they know that they might in the presentation. It makes me wonder about the various techniques for getting people to shift attention from small group to large group.

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Social Media Game Media Social 87

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 13, 2013

But being a nonprofit data is not just about being an Excel ninja, it is also about visualizing data and being a chart master. When Ann told me she has lots of secrets and time saving tips for charts and offered to write this guest post, I was thrilled. Charts can be one of your strongest communication tools. Secret #10.

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Chart Data Map Nonprofit 118

Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 24, 2017

When we had seven people, we barely needed an organizational chart. Running a small, unorthodox nonprofit, I’d had bad experiences with consultants who didn’t seem to give us their full attention. Our nonprofit museum had outgrown our grass roots. We were a scrappy band of creative folks trying to turn around a struggling organization.

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Org Learning Structure Museum 20

Forum One

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

Given the attention that Data gets from the media, influencers, and the hill, we believe that every communications department is obligated to look closer at their data and how they are using it - and should be tapping into it to get work done towards your organizations goals. Focus their attention, and they’ll get it.

Data 68

Data New York City Storytelling New York 68

Forum One

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

Given the attention that Data gets from the media, influencers, and the hill, we believe that every communications department is obligated to look closer at their data and how they are using it - and should be tapping into it to get work done towards your organizations goals. Focus their attention, and they’ll get it.

Data 67

Data Story New York City New York 67

Connection Cafe

AUGUST 7, 2013

With your heart and mind engaged, turn your attention to these important actions: Understanding the mission so well that you can talk about it, at a moment’s notice, to whomever you meet. Understanding the strategic plan and the course it is charting for the organization’s future. Strategic plans ARE NOT static documents.

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Government Metrics Chart Review 39

TechImpact

AUGUST 20, 2013

Beth’s blog shares Ann Emry’s tips for creating charts with your nonprofit’s data. Charts can turn plain text into a visually, expressive piece of information, which is great for persuading donors to donate or showing your supporters your organization’s impact. Chart diversity. Visual communication.

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Chart Data Tips Create 220

NTEN

FEBRUARY 18, 2009

No matter what you think of the law itself, everyone in our sector needs to pay very close attention to Recovery.gov. My favorite bit so far is the jobs map. . You can see the administration gets that -- from the jobs map and the chart of how money is being spent. In our work, we need to apply the same lesson.

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API Remix Map Law 36

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

Along with Ed Walz, myself, and Liane, we spent a lot of time at the beginning mapping out program level outs and used a modified theory of change process. This prevents getting to tactical too quickly and places results in a larger context. It also connects the social media technical assistance to results.

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Social Media Training Train Network 97

NTEN

OCTOBER 28, 2009

The result displays in table format as well as visualized on an interactive shaded map of the US. I’ll pay attention as soon as I get my Facebook and Twitter strategy off the ground.” Honda: Online tools like DabbleDB or Google Spreadsheets also allow sharing data and even building simple charts or applications with them.

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Data API Mashup Contest 82

Forum One

DECEMBER 7, 2023

By using shaded maps, clear data points, and red/yellow/green indicators, users can easily identify areas in need of improvement. Users can expand each factor to get significantly more data including a narrative description, map, and data source. While some people can easily interpret charts and graphs, others would rather read words.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 24, 2014

As our attention fragments and more and more of us are reading content on mobile devices, content creators are finding that the best way to engage audiences is with shorter, bite-sized chunks of content known as “Micro Content.” Not just infographics, but a snippet from an infographic or a chart or graph to illustrate a statistic.

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Content Arts Headline Map 105

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 2, 2021

So make that map and keep it updated so when a new product comes into your environment, somebody. Third thing, back to your technology inventory, mapping your universe of all the stuff you’ve got. Start with five that you should be paying attention to regularly. So have a nice friendly face and be supportive of your team.

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Technology Video Nonprofit System 99

Bloomerang

JULY 5, 2023

They value and appreciate a book-style annual report with detailed stories, infographics, and charts. For instance, compare the following sentences: Versus The second sentence uses you-attitude and is more likely to hold the attention of your supporters throughout a document like your nonprofit annual report.

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Template Report Rhode Island Guide 79

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

So we actually draw our strategic plans, our impact strategies, as mind maps. They are not documents, there is no fancy graphic design, they are mind maps. Like in their org chart, where one, there’s a set of people who need to be responsible for ensuring that programs are carried out according to their design. .

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Video Goal Method Impact 88

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 22, 2021

You’re going to see a big map of the U.S. Big map of the U.S. So pay attention to those. And here’s my summary chart, kind of the dos and don’ts of site visits. And in fact, there’s a really cool website. If you Google “community foundation locator,” look for that. This is just for U.S.

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Grant Video Donor Foundation 95

Tech Soup

DECEMBER 9, 2013

We have certainly seen some examples of maps or charts that the user can interact with, but with the over saturation of static infographic images, 2014 and the plethora of tools emerging that make these options really easy, we will see more organizations using data for storytelling that users can watch, click on, and really explore.

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Celebrate News Technology Nonprofit 90

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 3, 2012

David Meerman Scott defines as piggy-backing on timely news. It is done by creating original content that takes advantage of timely events that are getting mainstream media attention and providing your organization’s view or take on the topic and sharing it with your network, including influencers such as journalists and champions. (See

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