VQ Strategies

OCTOBER 10, 2021

November 20, 2021 is Family Volunteer Day – a global day of service that celebrates the power of families who work together to support their communities and neighborhoods. And though volunteering may look different, there are still so many ways to give back.”. What does your team value about families and volunteers?

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Volunteer Children Hunger Mentoring 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Effective Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Qgiv

JANUARY 13, 2022

Many nonprofits work in tandem with volunteers to move their mission forward and keep expenses down. Engaging volunteers helps get the word out about your mission, since most volunteers share their passion with their personal and professional networks. Recruit Like Your Mission Depends on It.

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Volunteer Management Help Tips 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique News 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 16, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Effective Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Media Cause

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Create a mentor program. . Look for individuals who have previously donated or volunteered with your organization. Thank them, celebrate, and welcome them to your ambassador family. Create a mentor program. . With a mentor program, you can help your ambassadors get up and running as soon as possible.

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Strategy Mentoring Fundraising Nonprofit 72

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Time Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 15, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Time Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2020

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Management Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique News 53

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2018

Work anniversary celebration, shout outs to staff, hand-written gratitude notes. Birthday cards from the board, celebrate staff birthdays at monthly staff meeting, give staff member the day off for their birthday. Review self-care activities and celebrate Friendship. Volunteer on a project together.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Volunteer to support one or more of the thousands of Trailblazers pivoting to Salesforce careers from other industries. You can review resumes, do mock interviews, or be a referral to job seekers through GEMs in Tech. You can mentor or teach a class with Tech Forward. Don’t have co-workers from underrepresented groups?

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Open Source Sponsor Tech Conversation 111

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 16, 2019

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Leadership Mentoring Policy Technique 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique News 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Leadership Technique 81

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 12, 2019

Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 40

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

This can make it difficult for BIPOC-led organizations to address the needs of their communities effectively, and can also limit their ability to attract and retain talented staff and volunteers. Create a welcoming and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages open dialogue and respect for all individuals.

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Accessibility Challenge Leadership Tips 104

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Leadership Technique 80

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 24, 2018

And, if you are still seeking resolutions for this year, perhaps write down (and start working on) five to ten from the following list of ideal resolutions for leaders: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique News 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique News 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2014

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 66

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 6, 2018

Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2016

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique News 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique News 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 27, 2013

Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees'' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Tips Mentoring Policy Leadership 78

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 83

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 29, 2017

Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees'' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Tips Mentoring Leadership Policy 69

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2015

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique Teach 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 3, 2016

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Time Mentoring Policy Technique 40

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

We celebrated the tenth anniversary of Bookshare—both online and with in real life—with gatherings of users, volunteers, partners, employees, and friends throughout the year. As we get older, some of us like to increase the length and number of celebrations for our own birthdays, so why not apply this to Bookshare too?

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Literacy Program United Arab Emirates Student 166

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2015

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Technique News 40

Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Celebrate them by listing them in your email newsletter, and consider sending new members a welcome gift. Review the study’s findings and think about how your organization is delivering on the most important benefits. Ask them to participate by volunteering at an event. Send new members an email from your executive director.

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Associations Template Studies Benefit 88

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 17, 2016

Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Tips Mentoring Leadership Policy 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees'' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 55

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 9, 2011

This list of 70 ways to be a more effective leader is one I like to review every couple weeks: 1. Conduct annual risk reviews 7. Celebrate your employees' successes, not your own 12. Volunteer within your community and allow your employees to volunteer 39. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Mentoring Team Policy Review 63

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2013

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Ideas Mentoring Leadership Goal 49