Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

“Very few of us ever learned how to be present with another person, to ignore internal and external noise and distractions, and to connect and converse with others in useful or collaborative ways,” affirm the authors of the new book, Bridge The Gap: Breakthrough Communication Tools To Transform Work Relationships From Challenging To Collaborative.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

They do however face unique challenges, which are numerous and varied, reflecting the complex and evolving nature of the nonprofit sector as a whole. This blog aims to examine these challenges and offer all nonprofits leaders methods to increase diversity and BIPOC participation in their organizations.

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.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

But I am struck by how often our contributors’ insights are the recommendations we needed to survive that challenge. Success belongs to organizations that adapt to a shifting environment. Could your association benefit from replacing its strategic plan with some other type of planning process? Business is Darwinian.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

So, has our living laboratory brought us all onboard with the benefits of the virtual office? Most groups navigated the unusual challenges and got work done. We learned the importance of technology for communication and collaboration. The shared challenge bonded a lot of folks. What are the lessons learned?

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VQ Strategies

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

While it goes both ways, the easy target is often the younger generation who present the newest challenge to “the ways we’ve always done things around here.”. But that perspective is not only erroneous; it can be harmful, undermining a collaborative culture and jeopardizing retention. Do they feel a part of the team? The Big Picture.

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Association Analytics

MAY 20, 2024

With some creativity, collaboration, and an out-of-the-box mindset, your association can thrive in an ever-changing environment while providing value to members and industry partners alike. Even if not directly monetized, data products can enhance member benefits, fostering loyalty and retention within your association.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Funder collaboration need not be burdensome, nor does it require perfect alignment. These informal collaborations usually consist of two to six foundations but can encompass a dozen or more.

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.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

A new threat is building in the wake of every previous challenge. Learn Through Challenge Resilience goes beyond successfully recovering from a setback. It gives you some control when the external environment is rapidly changing, and people are looking to you for leadership.

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.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

We are aggressively challenged to deliver value. In this competitive environment, the impact that people make on brand and culture has never been more important. Even if the job market becomes more advantageous to employers, post-pandemic job seekers are intensely focused on issues that go beyond compensation and benefits.

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Candid

APRIL 16, 2024

Activities they considered “service” included “working with others to make the community or campus a better place” (81%), “acting to benefit the common good” (80%), “everyday acts of kindness” (76%), “acting to raise awareness about a campus, community, or global problem” (72%), and “working with others to address social inequality” (68%). “At

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

So how do you maintain the high level of board performance required to succeed in a disruptive business environment? The executive director can help the board to see how, by selecting players with a variety of talent, backgrounds, and personal characteristics, they can lead more effectively in a complex environment.

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Bloomerang

MAY 13, 2024

Strategic benefits of integrated giving platforms These advanced platforms do more than store data; they unify all facets of nonprofit operations into a cohesive framework for effective engagement. This creates a collaborative environment where everyone’s working toward the same goals, maximizing the impact of your organization.

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sgEngage

MAY 28, 2024

No longer confined to the more traditional, narrow lane of strictly managing an organization’s revenue and expense sheets, today’s nonprofit CFOs are increasingly asked to design a multifaceted approach that encompasses strategic vision, collaboration, and innovation.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

APRIL 18, 2014

Do you believe ours could be a world in which the benefits of technology touch the lives of all people, not just the wealthiest and most able five percent of humanity? Do you like taking on big challenges? Are you motivated by the power of technology as a force for good that can directly help the world’s poorest communities thrive?

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sgEngage

APRIL 12, 2024

In the realm of social impact and nonprofit work, the quest for sustainable, innovative solutions to society’s challenges is ceaseless. That’s because embracing and trumpeting nonprofit intrapreneurship has the potential to attract strong and innovative performers to a sector that would benefit from them.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2022

We believe, we know, that moving the needle on climate change requires collaboration on all levels. These programs, which include car emissions repair or vehicle replacement and access to utility debt relief assistance and home energy efficiency incentives, offer cost savings and have a positive impact on the environment.

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Classy

JUNE 10, 2021

This week, our 2021 virtual nonprofit conference, the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions , opened with a conversation around trading perfectionism for an opportunity to show up as our authentic selves. Register to Experience the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions. Unique Fundraising Tips From the Collaborative.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 4, 2023

values or a growth mindset, continuous feedback, and open communication, you will foster an environment that encourages employees to support one another. Winton also notes that this skill-based, collaborative model is the way millennials prefer to work. Awareness of where communication may be challenging. The success is shared.

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Media Cause

JUNE 3, 2024

Effective communication is the key to successful project management, especially with the shift to hybrid and remote work environments. Time Integrity One common challenge in nonprofit project management is time integrity—respect for other people’s time. Small things, like asking, “What are your questions?”

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Strive to create a culture that is at once both hard and soft – simultaneously tough in driving for measurable results on a few highly visible targets and supportive of individuals to create an environment of collaboration, trust, and loyalty. Value conflict among team members —recognizing the benefit of being uncomfortable.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 28, 2022

This unique annual gathering brings together political, business, civil society, and media leaders to discuss big ideas and challenges. A new Salesforce.org-driven collaboration with Uplink was also announced during the panel. Davos Codes Trail.

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sgEngage

MARCH 19, 2024

Culture of Innovation: Characteristics and Benefits As you may have experienced, nonprofits often struggle with innovation or are slower at adopting more modern approaches and tools. Collaboration: Working collaboratively is the only way to combine ideas and perspectives. You can do so with open and transparent communication.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

Identify how to best lead in hybrid work environments with the tools and competence to succeed. Furthermore, share the authors, “With hybrid work, leaders need to ensure that employees are engaged, remote work is productive, and hybrid teams are collaborating, all within legal guidelines.” Section 2: The 7 C’s of Leadership.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

King also recommends you develop and benefit from three information networks : Informal Advice Network – the people you go to for advice regarding a challenge or problem you are experiencing at work. Informal Social Network – the people you turn to for encouragement, support, or help with professional or personal challenges.

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Classy

JUNE 10, 2021

Our 2021 virtual nonprofit conference, the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions , opened with a conversation around trading perfectionism for an opportunity to show up as our authentic selves. Register to Experience the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions. Unique Fundraising Tips From the Collaborative.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 1, 2023

Strive to create a culture that is at once both hard and soft – simultaneously tough in driving for measurable results on a few highly visible targets and supportive of individuals to create an environment of collaboration, trust, and loyalty. Value conflict among team members —recognizing the benefit of being uncomfortable.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

In recent years, that model is being challenged. Participants can benefit from leadership development, knowledge sharing, network building, collaborations or partnerships, and/or compensation. . Clearly defined roles, requirements, and benefits, as well as term expectations for all participants. Those at the top decide.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Your challenges? Adopt technologies that simplify collaboration and enhance communication , like board portals or other real-time tools. Collaborate with professional associations, industry groups, and affinity networks relevant to your organization’s mission and sector. Foster a collaborative culture.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 23, 2023

Both companies have a proven track record of delivering unparalleled results, and we are thrilled to collaborate to bring our clients even greater value. Neeraj: As associations continue to face challenges in the constantly evolving world of technology, it is important to partner with platforms that can support their specific requirements.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 9, 2020

This is something Classy can speak to personally, as we made the decision to pivot our annual conference, the Collaborative, into a fully virtual event this year. The Collaborative: Virtual Sessions drew in over 10,000 registrants and was, in many ways, just as successful as our in-person event. There’s never been a larger demand.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

We spoke with partners who benefited from the GMS integration to better understand their giving portfolio and their objectives related to equity. But the key challenges we encountered include working through internal bureaucracies, shifting systems, and varying competing priorities for the sector.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Strive to create a culture that is at once both hard and soft – simultaneously tough in driving for measurable results on a few highly visible targets and supportive of individuals to create an environment of collaboration, trust, and loyalty. Value conflict among team members —recognizing the benefit of being uncomfortable.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

They didn’t shy away from challenges; they offered stakeholders meaningful ways to engage with the swiftly evolving issues of the day. Strategies for effective and collaborative idea generation How can you ensure that your ideas not only get heard, but also gain traction within a brainstorming group? But it doesn’t have to be that way.

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Cloud 4 Good

JULY 12, 2021

This award recognized the 100 top organizations that challenge their IT staff while providing great benefits and compensation. As Cloud for Good has expanded, so too has our dedication to providing the best possible work environment for every team member. I’m so proud of the culture we’ve built and fostered at our company.” .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

Irrespective of channel or medium, the key elements to effective storytelling are the ability to convey what is unique about the nonprofit, why it is worthy of support, how the audience can benefit from supporting it and how to go about doing so. Digital Storytelling Framework. Limited budget. Worldwide competition. Lack of visibility online.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 1, 2023

Strive to create a culture that is at once both hard and soft – simultaneously tough in driving for measurable results on a few highly visible targets and supportive of individuals to create an environment of collaboration, trust, and loyalty. Value conflict among team members —recognizing the benefit of being uncomfortable.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Nonprofits are being asked to address these challenges and find sustainable models for local journalism. Collaborative reporting: Nonprofits can facilitate partnerships between different news organizations to pool resources, share content, and cover stories more effectively.

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