Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 26, 2021

Years ago when I started my leadership and management blog, I posted the question “ What’s The First Leadership Book You Would Give To a New Manager ?” That question generated 603 comments and 690 book recommendations. Some people suggested more than one book. Maxwell each have two books in the Top 20.

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

As we enter 2023, we’ve compiled a list of nonprofit books from Candid’s free digital library that can help inspire your nonprofit’s New Year’s resolutions. Here are several nonprofit books to help you begin breaking new ground at your organization this year. . Build skills to become a better leader or manager.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

Maxwell 's book, The 5 Levels of Leadership that I believe should become a must-read book by any workplace/organizational leader: Good leadership isn't about advancing yourself. Here are some of my favorites quotes from John C. It's about advancing your team.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 26, 2021

Pictured above are two books to add to your list for reading this month. In her book, author Esther K. Let The Story Do The Work explains that at the heart of leadership lies persuasion. And at the heart of persuasion likes storytelling. Choy teaches you how to: Dispel any fears that you can't tell great stories. Focus on the outcomes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In addition to Laurie Sudbrink 's, Leading With GRIT , being a great book for leaders, it's packed with powerful leadership and life quotes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 8, 2020

Pictured above are two books to add to your list for reading this month. In her book, author Esther K. Let The Story Do The Work explains that at the heart of leadership lies persuasion. And at the heart of persuasion likes storytelling. Choy teaches you how to: Dispel any fears that you can't tell great stories. Focus on the outcomes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Making hybrid meetings work well requires planning, preparation and know-how – skillsets that are different from managing traditional face-to-face meetings. We encourage you to not read the book passively but rather to actively engage with it by using its tools to assess yourself and your organization,” share the authors Karin M. “Now

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Download this comprehensive resource for the latest best practices for budgeting, closing books, audits, managing payroll, compliance, and much more. The best accounting eBook for your team is here!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 15, 2022

Making hybrid meetings work well requires planning, preparation and know-how – skillsets that are different from managing traditional face-to-face meetings. We encourage you to not read the book passively but rather to actively engage with it by using its tools to assess yourself and your organization,” share the authors Karin M. “Now

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 16, 2024

In this e-book, you’ll discover the four most common reporting mistakes you may be making and how to fix them. You’ll also learn how an impact management solution with built-in reporting capabilities can help. However, many organizations struggle to capture, interpret, and utilize meaningful data due to outdated reporting practices.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

I am very curious how nonprofits are managing their websites these days: Are you using a content management system offered by companies such as Convio , Blackbaud or eTapestry ? Are you managing your website manually using a website design software like Deamweaver ? Tags: The Book.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Stumped for what business books to add to your summer reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Data is everywhere—in every filing cabinet and software system—making it more critical than ever for schools and nonprofits to manage it properly and use that data to make more informed decisions. We also discussed how to incorporate existing and third-party tools to help with data management and problem-solving.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Maxwell 's book, The 5 Levels of Leadership that I believe should become a must-read book by any workplace/organizational leader: Good leadership isn't about advancing yourself. Here are some of my favorites quotes from John C. It's about advancing your team.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2019

You can use your Donor Management System to keep track of grants from donor-advised funds along with the recommending donor with these helpful features: Soft Credits for Charitable Sponsors . For more about cultivating your major donor relationships, download this free e-book from DonorPerfect: How to Discover and Engage Major Donors.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 3, 2022

Forbes recently named, A New Way To Think , as one of the 10 must-read books for 2022. In the book, authored by Roger L. Question: In your book, you write that if you feel comfortable with your strategic plan, there’s a strong chance it isn’t very good. Our choices need to be designed to compel customer action.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 17, 2023

The new book, Power To The Middle , shows how managers are the crucial link between a company’s ground floor and top brass. However, new KcKinsey research reveals that this outdated perspective needs to change and that well-developed managers are the strategy that companies must prioritize to succeed today,” they add.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 24, 2023

With Neon CRM’s powerful event management functionality, you can streamline every aspect of your event planning process from start to finish. Here’s how Neon CRM can take your event management to the next level. You can even link instructors to the event, simplifying management and communication.

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Nucleus

OCTOBER 1, 2020

The Nucleus data analytics platform has two dedicated and ready-to-use packages for precisely these types of analysis: Learning Management and Certifications. Organizations that solely offer courses will want to deploy the Learning Management package. ” – Peter Sondergaard, Senior Vice President, Gartner Research.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 18, 2022

Your organization’s ability to thrive now and for years to come depends heavily on your choice of association management software (AMS). . But here’s one thing they have in common: A modern association management software (AMS) system can help each one of them work more efficiently and accomplish their goals more effectively. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 7, 2023

Forbes named, A New Way To Think , as one of the 10 must-read books for 2022. In the book, authored by Roger L. Question: In your book, you write that if you feel comfortable with your strategic plan, there’s a strong chance it isn’t very good. Thank you to the book’s publisher for sending me an advance copy of the book.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 10, 2014

A couple years ago, I posted the question “ What’s The First Leadership Book You Would Give To A New Manager ?” Some people suggested more than one book. The book suggestions remain important recommendations even today. The Top 20 Books that were recommended were : The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 16, 2024

When you start planning your fundraising events, you want to make registration and management as easy as possible for both you and your donors. With the right event management software for nonprofits, you can run your fundraising events more efficiently, helping you raise more money for your cause.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 3, 2011

The best how-to books out there combine them. A book that is all concepts and theory, makes it hard to apply the information in the real world. But, if the book is just a collection of disconnected tips, then you run the risk of implementing with out strategy. This book combines the two. You need both.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Download this comprehensive resource for the latest best practices for budgeting, closing books, audits, managing payroll, compliance, and much more. The best accounting eBook for your team is here!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Awhile back, I posted highlights and key takeaways from the book, All Are Welcome – HowTo Build A Real Workplace Culture Of Inclusion That Delivers Results , by Cynthia Owyoung. Upon recently browsing the book again, these additional takeaways came to light: DEIB : Diversity in the workplace focuses on representation. Is it accessible?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 16, 2021

Stumped for what leadership and business books to add to your winter reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. His advice?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Stumped for what business books to add to your fall reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 3, 2022

Earlier this summer brought the release of the new book, HBR At 100 , a commemorative volume featuring the most influential ideas since the inception of the Harvard Business Review. Thank you to the book’s publisher for sending me an advance copy of the book.

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Donorbox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The post The 10 Best Nonprofit Books Every Nonprofit Founder Must Read appeared first on Nonprofit Blog. They fight to get the word out about what they do and juggle donor and shareholder expectations, to name but a few. In such a challenging […].

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Neon CRM

MAY 1, 2023

Moves management is a difficult term. All the steps that you take in moves management fundraising are dependent on a close personal connection. All the steps that you take in moves management fundraising are dependent on a close personal connection. It’s all about targets and numbers and metrics. Here’s how.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Aligning your management team with your company's goals and reiterating your values through various communication channels. Greg Friedman, Ms, CFP You'll also learn from the book the most common culture killers , which are: Focusing too much on a hierarchical organization. Encouragement. Complacency. Not guiding the troops.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 13, 2021

Here are some great insights about leading versus managing from Bob Kulhan and his book, Getting To Yes And. He says, " Leading is not managing. Managing is not leading. " "Managing is taking care of logistical and practical details.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 17, 2020

Stumped for what business books to add to your winter reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 15, 2021

When I hear about nonprofit management having no respect for the length of time it takes a fundraiser to establish deep relationships with donors to get them ready for a successful ask, I’m equally frustrated. . 5 Tips to Overcome Meddling Nonprofit Management & Boards . #1: 2: Educate nonprofit management and board members. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 13, 2020

Pictured above are two books to add to your list for reading this month. In her book, author Esther K. Let The Story Do The Work explains that at the heart of leadership lies persuasion. And at the heart of persuasion likes storytelling. Choy teaches you how to: Dispel any fears that you can't tell great stories. Focus on the outcomes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The 12-Week MBA offers an alternative way to learn business essentials by focusing on the skills and knowledge required to succeed as both a manager and a business leader. In addition, the book provides an excellent glossary of most used terms within business. When we're in a book club, we get that social validation.

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