Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The best CEOs kept all six plates spinning at all times, even if the external and internal environment meant that some needed to be spun faster or slower than others,” explain the authors. Keep in mind that we’re not suggesting that the best CEOs excel in every aspect of the role—in fact, we’ve yet to meet one who does.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

And then they get in the seat and almost instantly, their perspective, their choices are hyper-criticized, and their authority is undermined.” This pattern of recruiting talented leaders only to question their authority and capabilities can lead to feelings of tokenism, insecurity, and exhaustion. “If How can they thrive?

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

More importantly, are your staff and volunteers ready and trained to perform productively in their roles? Your first step is defining what your mission and programs will look like in an adjusted environment. You probably learned that not everyone needs to be in your office to effectively carry out their jobs.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 14, 2022

The best CEOs kept all six plates spinning at all times, even if the external and internal environment meant that some needed to be spun faster or slower than others,” explain the authors. Keep in mind that we’re not suggesting that the best CEOs excel in every aspect of the role—in fact, we’ve yet to meet one who does.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 20, 2021

From CEOs to first-line managers, Berman and Bradt explain that too often individuals are unintentionally misunderstanding critical aspects of their job. More specifically, they explain how to: Evaluate what values, strengths and capabilities you bring to your role. How you can develop new skills to increase your influence.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

The best CEOs kept all six plates spinning at all times, even if the external and internal environment meant that some needed to be spun faster or slower than others,” explain the authors. Keep in mind that we’re not suggesting that the best CEOs excel in every aspect of the role—in fact, we’ve yet to meet one who does.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2023

And that's exactly what author and London Business School professor Herminia Ibarra has done with her 2015 global bestseller, Act Like A Leader, Think Like A Leader. Stepping up to play a bigger leadership role is not an event; it's a process that takes time before it pays off. Answer: An updated edition of that book.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If we had known the full consequences of Steve Jobs showing us that first iPhone on stage in 2007 and its impacts on our lives, attention, interactions, children, environment, physical and mental health, what hard questions would we have asked? We didn’t ask.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 23, 2022

The best CEOs kept all six plates spinning at all times, even if the external and internal environment meant that some needed to be spun faster or slower than others,” explain the authors. Keep in mind that we’re not suggesting that the best CEOs excel in every aspect of the role—in fact, we’ve yet to meet one who does.

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Qgiv

MARCH 8, 2022

In addition to devoting ourselves to the professional development of female leaders, we want to take a moment to appreciate the women whose work plays an integral role in Qgiv’s day-to-day operations. Sandra: If you’re good at your job, there’s always a path to leadership within the organization.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 4, 2021

Today, the following expert business and leadership book authors shared their advice for how to effectively lead during 2021. Fred Dust -- Author of Making Conversation: Seven Elements of Meaningful Communication “There’s been a surprisingly joyful outcome of 2020—quite simply, leaders are seeing those they lead as humans.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Those who lead with heart consistently have discussions with their teams about their unexpressed needs, fears, desires, gifts, and sense of purpose , explain the authors of the timely and compelling book, Leading With Heart. Baird and Sullivan further share that since 2020, over 40 million Americans have left their jobs.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

"Ninety percent of business problems are actually recruiting problems in disguise," declares Jeff Hyman , author of the book, Recruit Rockstars: The 10 Step Playbook To Find The Winners And Ignite Your Business. Finally, the author stresses the importance of onboarding. Give the position a creative title.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 7, 2022

Simply put, to reduce turnover and increase retention, volunteers must be pleased with the environment in which they work and motivated by the tasks to which they are assigned. People volunteer for a variety of reasons , it is crucial that your organization considers these motivations when placing a volunteer into a role.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 29, 2022

Those who lead with heart consistently have discussions with their teams about their unexpressed needs, fears, desires, gifts, and sense of purpose , explain the authors of the timely and compelling new book, Leading With Heart. Baird and Sullivan further share that since 2020, over 40 million Americans have left their jobs.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Matt Hugg, President and Founder, Nonprofit.Courses – He’s the author of the Guide to Nonprofit Consulting, and teaches nonprofit management at several universities, via the web, and in-person in the United States, Africa, Asia and Europe. Feeling comfortable in a new environment is important! Treat your volunteers like VIPs!

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The working board model requires that board members assume both the role of governing body and that of daily operating managers. Fifty-three percent of nonprofits report having difficulty finding qualified candidates to fill fundraising jobs.” What specific duties fall within our ED’s job description? . Positive or negative).

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Twenty Hats

JUNE 7, 2021

Albeit an essential role, volunteer management is frequently overlooked as the department that works to serve the needs of all the others. If you aspire to more authority than you have, this middle position can feel frustrating, and you might choose to ignore the awkward position you’re in. Your attitude predicts your outcome.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Those who lead with heart consistently have discussions with their teams about their unexpressed needs, fears, desires, gifts, and sense of purpose , explain the authors of the timely and compelling new book, Leading With Heart. Baird and Sullivan further share that since 2020, over 40 million Americans have left their jobs.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 2, 2021

"Ninety percent of business problems are actually recruiting problems in disguise," declares Jeff Hyman , author of the book, Recruit Rockstars: The 10 Step Playbook To Find The Winners And Ignite Your Business. Finally, the author stresses the importance of onboarding. Give the position a creative title.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Jake Wood , author of, Take Command , weaves together hard-learned lessons in leadership and teamwork from his experiences in college football , as a former Marine sniper and as cofounder and CEO of Team Rubicon -- a disaster relief organization that unites military veterans with first responders deployed to areas hit by natural disasters.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

Nonprofits, education institutions, and corporations alike are recognizing their roles in creating a more sustainable future. As Salesforce has deepened our commitment to the environment, we’ve also been inspired by our customers who have made sustainability fundamental to their missions with innovative approaches. About the Author.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 7, 2019

" Frustration in the workplace is a silent killer," claim authors Mark Royal and Tom Agnew in their terrific book, The Enemy of Engagement. Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job."

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

" Frustration in the workplace is a silent killer," claim authors Mark Royal and Tom Agnew in their terrific book, The Enemy of Engagement. Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job."

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Those who lead with heart consistently have discussions with their teams about their unexpressed needs, fears, desires, gifts, and sense of purpose , explain the authors of the timely and compelling book, Leading With Heart. Baird and Sullivan further share that since 2020, over 40 million Americans have left their jobs.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 16, 2023

Those who lead with heart consistently have discussions with their teams about their unexpressed needs, fears, desires, gifts, and sense of purpose , explain the authors of the compelling book, Leading With Heart. As Alexander Den Heijer said, “ When a flower doesn’t bloom you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower.” “In

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

We have been assuming that engagement is rooted in happiness and job satisfaction, thus our surveys and action plans focus on improving happiness, and we hope engagement will follow. Maddie Grant and Jamie Notter are the Co-Authors of “ The Non-Obvious Guide to Employee Engagement (For Millennials, Boomers, and Everyone Else).

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 12, 2020

In their book, the authors share their guide for how to attract, recruit and retain star executives. So, that you ensure you are not being biased by the following prejudices: Charm - Outward personality is never an accurate predictor of success in any role. Reasons for changing jobs. Hiring Greatness is the book by David E.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Now we’re going to look at the next step, and what some people might consider why any volunteer is really there: getting the volunteer up to speed on their specific role, and duties within that role. Train Them On the Job. About the Author. If it’s possible to introduce people from these areas, all the better.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 27, 2017

" Frustration in the workplace is a silent killer," claim authors Mark Royal and Tom Agnew in their terrific book, The Enemy of Engagement. Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job."

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Our guest speaker, Erica Dhawan — a leading authority, author, and advisor on 21st century teamwork, collaboration, and innovation — offered some excellent insights and examples of how leaders can harness this moment to listen, learn, embrace the changes we have seen, and use it to build a better new normal. About the Author.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 5, 2021

In the process, I have experienced exhaustion and decided to quit my day job to focus solely on building this movement with the tools at my disposal. DT: What role has technology played in helping you globalize your movement? Normalize conversations about the environment, and involve our children in acting with us for the climate.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

In the book, The Leadership Contract , author Vince Molianro shares that not only is leadership hard work, but also a lot of us inadvertently make the hard work harder. Need good news -- Your job as a leader is not to avoid, ignore, or deny bad news. Wait for permission -- You haven't been given a leadership role to be a bystander.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 14, 2018

"Ninety percent of business problems are actually recruiting problems in disguise," declares Jeff Hyman , author of the new book, Recruit Rockstars: The 10 Step Playbook To Find The Winners And Ignite Your Business. Finally, the author stresses the importance of onboarding. Give the position a creative title.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

" Frustration in the workplace is a silent killer," claim authors Mark Royal and Tom Agnew in their terrific book, The Enemy of Engagement. Rather, it involves the inability to succeed in your role due to organizational barriers or the inability to bring the bulk of your individual talents, skills, and abilities to your job."

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Bloomerang

MAY 14, 2021

We got a really fun panel discussion for you all around what you should do if you happen to find yourself out of the job in the fundraising and nonprofit sector. So it was actually the end of November last year in 2020 when I was laid off from that job. So thanks so much for being here. I’m Steven. Ephraim: Wow.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 28, 2018

In the book, The Leadership Contract , author Vince Molianro shares that not only is leadership hard work, but also a lot of us inadvertently make the hard work harder. Need good news -- Your job as a leader is not to avoid, ignore, or deny bad news. Wait for permission -- You haven't been given a leadership role to be a bystander.

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