article thumbnail

Build a Board for the Digital Future

.orgSource

Most of the answers to today’s business questions involve technology. podcast interview, my colleague Al Dea, Founder Edge of Work , explained this more contemporary attitude and positioning. It’s not a coincidence that trust is a frequent topic of these conversations. It’s not just a question of demographics.

Digital 221
article thumbnail

Build a Successful Team, Know Where Your People Thrive

.orgSource

Do you know where greater diversity in thought and attitude is needed and what type of people would complement the current mix of personalities? She was so protective of “her” data that she had trouble inviting anyone who she deemed less knowledgeable into the conversation.

Team 221
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Finally, A Clear Shift in Attitudes About Measuring Social Media

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I detected a clear shift in attitudes in the audience at the conference based on the audience questions. ” Instead, I got asked questions about measuring the longer-term impact of social media – how do we know that our use of social media has influenced a conversion to an action or behavior change or donation?

article thumbnail

How to Approach a Nonprofit Job Interview with a For-Profit Attitude (and Résumé)

EveryAction

It might be a good idea to start by answering an important question: why do professionals move from the private sector to jobs at nonprofits? 20 Popular Nonprofit Interview Questions from Hiring Managers. Measuring impact has more to do with building awareness in issue areas and the larger public conversation. Get creative.

Attitude 101
article thumbnail

Are Marketing and Membership at Opposite Poles? Take the Journey to Collaboration

.orgSource

They are charged with posing and answering significant questions like these: Why was our organization founded? Don’t tolerate hidden agendas, negative attitudes, or behavior that’s disruptive to the group. The marketers might love to debate every question, and the membership staff might consider all that dialogue a waste of time.

article thumbnail

8 Steps for Creating a Nonprofit Innovation Culture

sgEngage

In a culture that supports innovation, everyone feels encouraged and confident to brainstorm, introduce new ideas, ask questions, and start conversations in order to identify opportunities for enhanced impact. Showcase attitudes, actions, and qualities you want your team to mirror. Manage Change This brings us to the last step.

Culture 81
article thumbnail

Want To Be a Leader? Get to Know Yourself

.orgSource

Create space for conversation. Ask open-ended questions that invite feedback and follow-up. Practice questioning your attitudes and intentions before every decision. However, awareness of the distractions can minimize their impact. Observe behavior. Use phrases like “Tell me more.” What’s your opinion?” What would you do?”

Awareness 221