Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 23, 2023

E : Engage and Effect Change. It can help employees be crystal clear on their goals; create many pathways to a win; ensure that their vision is clear of distortion and blind spots; and then engage and effect change in their organization. Question: Why is kindness the key to truly effective leadership? How should leaders prepare?

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Before you get overwhelmed, read these 7 effective tips to increase fundraising event attendance. Make registration easy One of the most effective tips you can use to increase your fundraising event attendance is to make registration easy. Sponsorships can have a huge effect on increasing event attendance for fundraisers.

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 16, 2023

Fundraising serves as a way to raise awareness and money towards your mission. Here are 7 ways to make your fundraising campaigns more effective. Below, we have compiled some fundraising statistics that you should know, and 7 tips to help you make your fundraising initiatives more effective. How do you reach new donors?

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sgEngage

APRIL 11, 2022

Whether your nonprofit is interested in spreading awareness or influencing how their supporters might vote , virtual campaigns have the potential to reach a large audience, fast. . Keep in mind that a virtual advocacy campaign starts with the right software. Use technology with a face-to-face component. . Scripts and templates.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 17, 2019

“By understanding how their own mind works and training it for the most essential qualities, leaders can lead themselves effectively first, in order to better lead their people and tap into their human need for meaning, fulfillment and human connectedness,” explain Rasmus Hougaard and Jacqueline Carter , authors of the book, The Mind Of The Leader.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Recipients who click on a video tend to have higher brand awareness and are likelier to convert. Renew your membership Meet our cancer warriors Become a donor When you write your call to action, remember that strong action verbs can be effective, but so can nouns. Keep Compliance in Mind Understand U.S.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

Recipients who click on a video tend to have higher brand awareness and are likelier to convert. Renew your membership Meet our cancer warriors Become a donor When you write your call to action, remember that strong action verbs can be effective, but so can nouns. Keep Compliance in Mind Understand U.S.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2023

But when I think about what distinguishes an association from a for-profit organization, it’s still the idea of belonging to a group of like-minded people. When ideals are present in goals and objectives, they flow down to the operational level and inform the way digital tools are used to win members’ hearts and minds.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 2, 2024

Self-awareness— is the ability to assess your own skills and to understand your personal emotional landscape. Being self-aware helps us to acknowledge our fears and deal with the negative emotions that surface when we have to adapt to new circumstances or learn new skills. There are plenty of online and in-person courses.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Integrate Strategy Effective strategy begins with an integrated plan. They will reward you by crafting messages that move the hearts and minds of your most important audiences and reinforce brand identity. Content is easier to produce and more effective when all communicators understand the desired outcomes.”

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Allegiance Group

JANUARY 18, 2023

Did you know that awareness of corporate matching gift program availability has been reported to increase individual donations from⁠—and engagement with⁠—your supporter base? Matching, however, can effectively double the potential value of their gifts, leading to more gifts being completed when match programs are highlighted.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 19, 2024

But when you’re lean on resources and human power, just producing blog posts and updating your website feels like a miracle, never mind SEO or a content strategy. But it’s worth it, because when you optimize your content, it acts as a kind of sleeper agent working to bring more awareness and support your way.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

While you can use several marketing elements from your individual donor campaigns in your grant applications, creating effective proposals requires some additional considerations. Most grantmakers want to fund specific projects and costs, so ensure you’re tailoring your grant proposal message to those needs by using effective storytelling.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 13, 2020

Posting without a mindfulness of the trending topics and conversations can cause organizations to appear insensitive and tone-deaf. The current social media environment has caused non-profit marketers to re-evaluate their content aware of the acute conversations being had on every channel, at a global level. “As Instagram.com/water.

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Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

As your nonprofit organization continues to grow, it’s time to consider investing in an effective fundraising platform that truly accommodates your nonprofit’s size, financial needs, and developing fundraising strategies. Consider how much you should raise to effectively help your mission while keeping your budget in mind. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 27, 2024

Brad Jacobs Some of my favorite leadership lesson takeaways from the book, written in an easy-reading, conversational and friendly style, include: Successful people are self-aware enough to avoid the following three impediments to effective leadership : The belief that you’re right, no matter what. Only one person talks at a time.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

A spontaneous cruise of the office was an effective strategy for evaluating a variety of business indicators. The desire to be fully aware of the strengths and weaknesses of your team drives this type of evaluation. Don’t let “out of sight” become “out of mind.” If performance issues have been a problem, keep an open mind.

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Step 1: Build the top of your funnel SImply put, building the top of the funnel means participating in activities designed to create awareness about your association. When it comes to building awareness for your association, you may not have to look too far, starting with your email list.

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NetWits

MARCH 3, 2011

While effective, that’s still a lot of typing! When The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network was brainstorming ideas for their awareness event at an L.A. Kings game, QR codes were top of mind. Traditionally, friendly URLs have been used to get people to the right place – e.g. www.YourNonprofit.org/TakeAction.

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EveryAction

JULY 31, 2023

Needless to say, if you’re a fundraiser, meeting your organization’s fundraising goal is top of mind in the fall and winter. Spread awareness of matching gift programs throughout the year. Not to mention, public acknowledgment of matching gift donors can also have a profound effect.

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Achieve

AUGUST 27, 2017

But when fundraising isn’t top of mind, nonprofit leaders often turn their attention to another type of activity: the awareness campaign. Awareness campaigns typically are defined as a sustained effort to educate individuals and boost public awareness about an organization’s cause or issue. And who needs that?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

Your nonprofit relies on storytelling to forge emotional connections with potential supporters and spread awareness of your mission. However, effectively launching and establishing a nonprofit podcast requires more than a microphone and a social media account. Produce content for a low cost. Cover a variety of topics.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 21, 2023

To succeed, you’ll need these skills: self-awareness to understand what you don’t know, curiosity to study the business landscape, and humility to learn from unexpected teachers. That means having a thorough understanding of your organization’s IT strengths and deficits and an acute awareness of rising trends. An Association 4.0

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

While many may think of marketing as a for-profit pursuit, it’s also the backbone for nonprofits connecting with supporters and spreading awareness about your mission. Digital marketing is often a cost-effective option for organizations because there are many free online tools to help you create content and track your campaigns.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 4, 2023

However, it’s important to keep in mind that members of Gen X and elder Millennials are rapidly increasing their giving, and younger donors like Gen Z are forming their preferences for giving as we speak. Online giving is their forte, with crowdfunding platforms and social media serving as powerful tools to raise awareness and funds.

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.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

Effective strategy begins with an integrated plan. They will reward you by crafting messages that move the hearts and minds of your most important audiences and reinforce brand identity. Content is easier to produce and more effective when all communicators understand the desired outcomes.”

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Let’s look at how you can take advantage of effective storytelling. In 2015 and 2016, the minds behind the annual giving holiday #GivingTuesday created #MyGivingStory , a campaign that aims to raise awareness by using storytelling as a marketing tactic.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

This week brings the new book, The Mindfulness Edge , a fascinating manual that teaches you how through mindfulness training you can become a better leader. Mindfulness training also helps leaders to make decisions that have better impacts on gross margins and expenses," explains the book's author Tenney.

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Achieve

JULY 24, 2016

In no uncertain terms, Pallotta and others have argued that by not asking funders to invest in their fundraising and marketing activities, nonprofits undermine their ability to generate the kinds of dollars and awareness they need to solve our most pressing problems. There are several reasons for this reluctance. This is just wrong.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Push Your Creative Boundaries —AMY SMALL, VP OF CREATIVE During a crisis or tough economic times, when so many organizations are vying for share of heart and share of wallet, creativity is one of the most effective ways to set yourself apart. It may seem counter-intuitive, but it’s also the best time to take strategic risks.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 27, 2021

For the second year in a row, we’re still celebrating Autism Awareness Month during a global pandemic. Given the challenges of COVID-19 restrictions, it is even more important for us this year to ensure that we are spreading more awareness, understanding, and acceptance of autism and neurodiversity. 1) Inclusive Hiring Practices.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

Instagram is all about visual content, meaning you’ll need a new approach to use the site effectively. Here are four strategies your nonprofit should keep in mind when using Instagram for fundraising: 1. The platform, however, is different than Facebook or Twitter. Start With the Right Profile Type.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Content could be anything: Resources about your mission Fun downloads for your constituents Quizzes about your cause One client created an origami pinwheel for Child Abuse Awareness Month. An effective content promotion plan goes beyond your website. You could also consider making the email address optional.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Which strategies were most effective at attracting first-time donors? Digital marketing is an effective way to reach beyond your existing base of supporters. Awareness (Top of Funnel): At the top of the funnel, users are potential donors who have never heard of your organization. the timing of their donation)?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

These costs might include: Amex rate: While some credit card fees are often advertised prominently, nonprofits should be aware of any additional processing fees that might be assessed based on the type of payment, such as the type of credit card transactions. Already a Bloomerang Customer and curious about potential savings?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Well, Dorethea, it depends on what type of gift and which donor segment (small, mid-size, or major givers) you have in mind. Not all holiday gifts to donors raise more A Yale study in The Journal of Economic Psychology explains the counterintuitive effects of thank-you gifts on charitable giving.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

They want to know how to build them, how to get board members to engage in their nonprofit’s mission, how to empower those board members to fundraise effectively, and more. We welcome suggestions and feedback and will update our site as we deepen our knowledge of these issues and become aware of new resources.

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