Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 19, 2016

From Paul Smith's book, Lead With A Story , here are the 10 reasons for embracing storytelling as a business tool : Storytelling is simple Storytelling is timeless Stories are demographic-proof Stories are contagious Stories are easier to remember Stories inspire Stories appeal to all types of learners Stories fit better where most of the learning (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 31, 2016

From Paul Smith's book, Lead With A Story , here are the 10 reasons for embracing storytelling as a business tool : Storytelling is simple Storytelling is timeless Stories are demographic-proof Stories are contagious Stories are easier to remember Stories inspire Stories appeal to all types of learners Stories fit better where most of the learning (..)

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

Incorporate Storytelling There’s no doubt that stories are powerful and evocative—we have plenty of books, movies, and TV shows as proof of that. While auction item descriptions should be concise, you can still incorporate storytelling elements to entice guests into bidding on your items.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 30, 2015

From Paul Smith's book, Lead With A Story , here are the 10 reasons for embracing storytelling as a business tool : Storytelling is simple Storytelling is timeless Stories are demographic-proof Stories are contagious Stories are easier to remember Stories inspire Stories appeal to all types of learners Stories fit better where most of the learning (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 23, 2017

From Paul Smith's book, Lead With A Story , here are the 10 reasons for embracing storytelling as a business tool : Storytelling is simple Storytelling is timeless Stories are demographic-proof Stories are contagious Stories are easier to remember Stories inspire Stories appeal to all types of learners Stories fit better where most of the learning (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 29, 2017

From Paul Smith's popular book, Lead With A Story , here are the 10 reasons for embracing storytelling as a business tool : Storytelling is simple Storytelling is timeless Stories are demographic-proof Stories are contagious Stories are easier to remember Stories inspire Stories appeal to all types of learners Stories fit better where most of the learning (..)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. While Facebook and Twitter may be waning a bit in popularity and usage, visual storytelling platform Instagram keeps growing in engagement and daily time spent on the site. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 1, 2014

Today, many of the most successful organizations on the planet intentionally use storytelling as a key leadership tool ,” explains Smith. Several companies, such as Kimberly-Clark , actively teach storytelling skills to their leaders. Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leade With A Story Leadership Paul Smith Storytelling'

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

AI can help busy fundraisers feel less overwhelmed by reducing the amount of time spent on daily tasks! Leverage the power of storytelling to add extra personal detail to your supporters’ donations and foster a deeper bond with your sustaining level donors. One third of Gen Z view their philanthropic support as part of their legacy.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

These partnerships with businesses corporations can help both you and your for-profit partners widen your audiences while providing extra financial support for your mission. Tapping into this demographic is going to be crucial for fundraising, and your organization will need innovative and tech-savvy approaches.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 15, 2012

Today, many of the most successful organizations on the planet intentionally use storytelling as a key leadership tool ,” explains Smith. Several companies, such as Kimberly-Clark , actively teach storytelling skills to their leaders. Paul Smith , author of the new book, Lead With A Story , is a true believer in telling stories.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2017

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. What's The Future Of Business? WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

Since 2009, Facebook has provided the option to create featured ads on their platform to help businesses and organizations reach others’ newsfeeds. Facebook allows you to target specific demographics for a minimum of one dollar a day. Facebook lets you target groups based on demographics, interests, behaviors, and more.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 25, 2022

It’s hard to be an expert in any one social media platform, yet legitimate businesses and nonprofits are expected to maintain several different accounts. Keep in mind good storytelling techniques. Twitter’s demographics are commonly under 50 and college-educated. Build Your Following on: Facebook. billion active users.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

Are you telling a personal story, creating a fundraising pitch, inspiring others to care about a cause , or teaching potential customers about your business? Use these questions to guide your storytelling strategies and then add your text, images, video clips, and even narration to Adobe Spark Video! Who Am I Talking To?

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

Leverage storytelling to build a base. If you’re ready to craft a solid advocacy campaign plan, let’s get down to business! On the other hand, advocating for a corporation to stop a certain business practice might simply require the sign-off of just one person at the company. What are their interests and demographics?

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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. What's The Future Of Business? WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences.

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sgEngage

JUNE 30, 2023

Cause Marketing Cause marketing involves partnerships between nonprofits and for-profit businesses for mutual benefit. Digital Marketing Nonprofits use digital marketing to reach a wider audience online to communicate to specific demographics with targeted messaging. The post What is Nonprofit Marketing?

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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. What's The Future Of Business? WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 20, 2016

Identifying the Crowdfunding Donor: 2014 Donor Demographics :: Download. 2014 Nonprofit Storytelling Report :: Download. Published by Visceral Business. Published by Kimbia. 2014 Cone Communications Digital Activism Study :: Download. Published by Cone Communications. 2014 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Study :: Download.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 20, 2013

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. What''s The Future Of Business? WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences.

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2023

What digital disruptor will cause organizations to change how they do business? Like all other businesses, charities need to be where their donors are, and in today’s society, they are everywhere and anywhere. Storytelling is not new for charities, but the way we tell them can be! What new technology will be the must-have tool?

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

The reality is that the higher education pipeline is even smaller than what demographic statistics show. Colleges and universities offer good-paying jobs, produce new talent for the area, and attract other businesses. Use video storytelling! In some communities, higher education institutions are the center of the economy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

That said, organic reach has been dropping slightly for LinkedIn Pages over the last year and will likely continue to do so, but the recent growth in its popularity, the demographics of its users, and the ability to connect with donors and engage corporate sponsors and foundations have made LinkedIn a must-use social network for nonprofits.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

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. What's The Future Of Business? WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 23, 2022

One place to start is by looking at the demographics of your donors and supporters. Use a few impactful images as well to enhance your storytelling. Your supporters are busy people. Sending out mass direct mail appeals or general, non-targeted emails is inefficient and will be a drain on your time and resources. Email marketing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2012

From Paul Smith's new book, Lead With A Story , here are the 10 reasons for embracing storytelling as a business tool: Storytelling is simple Storytelling is timeless Stories are demographic-proof Stories are contagious Stories are easier to remember Stories inspire Stories appeal to all types of learners Stories fit better where most of the learning (..)

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Social media is an incredibly powerful storytelling tool for your nonprofit. But as a busy fundraiser or nonprofit marketer, it can be challenging to find the time to make social media a priority. Buffer also offers analytics tools so you can learn more about your audience’s demographics and keep tabs on what posts perform best.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

Known as the largest professional social networking platform, LinkedIn is the go-to resource for millions of job-seekers, professionals, and businesses to network and connect. Visual storytelling is important on LinkedIn, so make sure you’re posting high quality, informative images. What is the best way to use LinkedIn for a nonprofit?

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Classy

JULY 9, 2021

Across age demographics, donors prefer to give online. Planning ahead during a downturn can set your campaign up for a successful launch once the economy has recovered and businesses and individuals are able to give more freely to causes again. Download the Guide to Nonprofit Storytelling. Focus on Donor Stewardship.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 11, 2014

Stumped for what business books to add to bring along on your Spring Break? 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. What''s The Future Of Business? Edited by Edward T. His advice?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 2, 2015

Stumped for what business books to add to your spring 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. What''s The Future Of Business? WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 25, 2019

Use Google Analytics, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram insights to keep track of the demographics of people who engage with your content. To find your analytics on Facebook, go to your business profile and click the “Insights” tab.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

” For nonprofits, this shows the value of thoroughly researching your donors’ demographics, history, and motivations before crafting appeals. For example, long-form storytelling may still convert better than short snippets – the current long-form podcasts that top business charts are showing this.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2013

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. What''s The Future Of Business? WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences.

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CauseVox

JUNE 5, 2023

While incorporating insights provided in our webinar with Maria Bryan, we’ll demystify the content planning process, discuss trauma-informed storytelling, unpack resources , and help you create content that converts. The Importance of Storytelling It’s no secret that a great story can generate movers and shakers.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

When your donors make a gift to your organization, they provide you with plenty of information you need to keep track of–names, email addresses, phone numbers, billing information, communication preferences, demographic information, and so much more. A major part of making your marketing campaigns successful is by using visual storytelling.

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