Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 12, 2021

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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Candid

DECEMBER 14, 2023

There’s a sentence that every communications professional at a nonprofit has heard (and if you’re like me, dreads): “We need a toolkit for that launch.” Why it doesn’t work In nonprofits, marketing, communications, and fundraising functions often overlap. As communicators, we deeply value our unique identity and tone.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

When nonprofits think about improving communication with supporters, they often think of it as a separate task from the rest of their operation. However, the most effective communication is directly informed by and integrated into all of your functions and the nonprofit tools you use. . Utilize storytelling in your communications.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 20, 2020

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 30, 2022

When nonprofits think about improving communication with supporters, they often think of it as a separate task from the rest of their operation. However, the most effective communication is directly informed by and integrated into all of your functions and the nonprofit tools you use. . Utilize storytelling in your communications.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

One example of Narrow AI that most of us interact with everyday and where you can see many nonprofit examples is “Conversational AI.” NLP is programming code that allows computer to “talk” to humans via text or voice. Then worked with a conversational marketing firm to implement a more sophisticated Chat Bot.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll unveil the art of transforming individual stories into a collective force that not only resonates with your audience but also propels your cause forward. Your next game-changing testimonial could be just a conversation away. This could include beneficiaries, donors, volunteers, or partners.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2020

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

But communicating with your supporters can be intimidating. It’s easy to feel like you’re the voice of your organization, and it’s tempting to try to talk like you are that organization. Those factors can make it hard to communicate authentically and effectively. That tip sounds kind of goofy, doesn’t it?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

She has worked with Candid, Cornell University, the United Nations, and Vital Voices Global Partnerships, among others. Storytelling is core to how we as human beings communicate. Physical distance from audience. Recent data indicates that there are in excess of 1.5 Ideal Digital Storytelling Ecosystem. Limited budget.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 16, 2009

That’s part of the key to success when using Twitter for a Global conversation. There are also more and more opportunities emerging for people to coordinate global conversations that happen at the same time, instead of disconnected over time (still tied together via hashtag). What do those # mean? What do those # mean?

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 15, 2021

Brand guidelines help you make sure what your audience is experiencing is consistent, authentic, and true to your mission. Think about your daily work and the many hands, words, and voices that take part in it. It’s your voice, style, and substance. Your Audience. Cut to the Front of the Communications Line.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2021

And securing more time in the future depends on how you pitch your nonprofit and whether your audience feels compatible with you. Tone, poise, and conversational style determine your first impression. Let your prospect feel like you are speaking with the voice of the organization. Let your audience feel smart!

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The answer to this question should be the core messaging that shapes all of your communications. No matter the details of your story, you can leverage that sense of empathy to solicit a response from your audience. Maintain the right tone of voice. Your story goes far beyond simply telling the tale of how you got started.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

Write as if you’re having a conversation 5. Capture your natural conversation tone by recording yourself 6. KNOW WHO YOU’RE WRITING TO: A very important fundraising advice is to identify who your target audience is. As a non-profit organization, we communicate with different type of audiences.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

You can also use tools to target specific audiences for your different campaigns, helping you ensure your reach the people most likely to support your cause. By targeting specific audiences, you can also tailor the type on content you’re posting to increase the likelihood of viewers turning into donors. Engagement. Fundraising.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 8, 2017

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Financial Management Luminary Session Panel Discussion: Using Your Voice in a Sea of Change *don’t miss* Your finance team touches all aspects of your organization—grant programs, fundraising goals, vendor management. That makes you a vital part of any change management conversation, but you may not always be asked to the table.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Maybe you check your open rate and see that only 25% of your audience bothered to open the email you spent hours writing. If you’re using email as a fundraising and donor communications tool, you can’t afford to send anything dull. I worked to develop my own voice. Better Fundraising Email Trick #2: Keep It Conversational .

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 24, 2022

They have historically been left out of the conversation, but want to give their time and resources to make the biggest social impact possible. Chances are an organization has the resources necessary to take the first step in engaging younger audiences. Direct marketing and communication toward younger audiences.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2021

In our Thought Leadership Spotlight, we’ll be hosting a conversation about organizational resilience and embracing a digital-first future. Panel participants for our international audience include: Hanna Thomas, Principal Consultant, Align. Trovon Williams, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications, NAACP. “I’m

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TechImpact

JUNE 18, 2014

Understand what your goals are for the account, what audience you’re trying to engage, and how that account will help you accomplish that goal. If the audience you’re trying to engage is not typically active on that social media platform, why spend the time, effort, and make the investment? All platforms are the same.

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Forum One

APRIL 13, 2021

Similar to a museum curator, librarian, or archivist, a content strategist crafts experiences that establish audience relationships and secure return visits (both virtual and in-person) and continued engagement. Audience research is invaluable in this case in understanding the wants and needs of target audiences.

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2023

As a member of Generation Z (Gen Z), or today’s 11- to 26-year-olds, I have been curious about the advice given to nonprofits on capturing younger audiences’ attention. But to truly understand how nonprofits can best engage Gen Z on social media, we thought it was important to bring my generation’s voice into the conversation.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2021

Investing in digital-first fundraising and marketing communications. A story that compels includes a protagonist your audience cares about, important problems that must be overcome, a solution that overcomes the problem (something to root for), and (4) an ending—hopefully a happy one. . This is part three in a six-part series.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2019

How do you communicate effectively? Paul Hellman His tactics will serve you well in all these types of situations : Making presentations Interviewing Emailing Networking Storytelling Leaving voice mail Here are some of my favorite takeaways from Hellman's book: In one-to-one conversations , talk less than the other person.

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sgEngage

JULY 18, 2023

By liking, commenting, reposting, or sharing, you and your followers can keep a conversation going across your networks. Repost and comment to keep the hashtag at the top of your followers’ timeline, building a community around your event. Sound familiar?

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sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2024

As a Database Administrator, my world revolves around helping users make sense of the information they receive, from voice-of-the-customer anecdotes and impressions to polished Key Performance Indicator (KPI) graphs, charts, and dashboards. Why else would phishing, hacking, and cybersecurity be such hot topics right now?

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Forum One

AUGUST 24, 2022

It allows us to communicate with others and build connections. For non-profits and other organizations, narrative change as a strategy is an opportunity to build power and shape the conversation around their work and their values, which is part of their communications plan and strategy.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Your foundation’s website is the entry point for the majority of your audiences, and so ensuring that all parts of your digital strategy and digital ecosystem are connected to it is of utmost importance. Do they have a unified visual voice and brand? There are many things to consider when planning a website redesign.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 15, 2019

Social fundraising offers a powerful way for companies to engage with current and prospective employees and consumers in the ever-evolving digital landscape – empowering individual choice when it comes to charitable giving, enabling brands to connect with larger audiences through everyday influencers, and increasing the impact of CSR initiatives.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 23, 2023

GivingTuesday participants worldwide also volunteered, performed countless acts of kindness, and gave their voices, time, and goods. Fundraising 4 Types of GivingTuesday Email Communications You Need to Send 12 min read Read Now 3. Since its inception in 2012, GivingTuesday has relied on digital channels to build a global community.

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Neon CRM

MAY 22, 2023

By extension, it’s also one of the most impactful ways that an organization can promote matching gift opportunities to its audience. Key elements to keep in mind should include: Your logo Color scheme Typography Imagery Brand voice And more! But you’ll want to adjust your communications to the recipient before clicking send.

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Classy

JULY 26, 2021

This national holiday offers nonprofits the opportunity to: Spread awareness of their impact to new audiences. To take your National Nonprofit Day campaign to the next level, make sure to: Maintain a style and voice that is consistent with your brand. Send a compelling appeal to your target audience with the following points: .

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Your nonprofit mission statement is how you communicate your organization’s impact to supporters, clients, and the community at large. Mission statements are typically short and to the point, briefly communicating the nature of the organization’s work, impact , goals, and values. How do they communicate what they do?

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Forum One

APRIL 1, 2021

Clubhouse—the invite-only, audio-based social application that’s been drawing in celebrities and expert thought leaders—facilitates widespread collaboration on global topics by allowing users to participate in different conversations on different topics in real-time. For nonprofit organizations, we know that community building is important.

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