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. Another example–noted in Gump’s book–is the Junior Achievement’s JA BizTown program, which teaches younger students about being citizens, workers, and consumers in society.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

New Year's 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 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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Take the opportunity today to teach an employee something new. Nearly everyone likes to learn and is capable of tackling a new challenge. Teach your employee something that expands his (or her) current job description. Teach something that will help him to get promoted within your organization at a later date.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 15, 2013

Take the opportunity today to teach an employee something new. Nearly everyone likes to learn and is capable of tackling a new challenge. Teach your employee something that expands his (or her) current job description. Teach something that will help him to get promoted within your organization at a later date.

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Teach Skills Leadership Training 52

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 29, 2014

" This Slate article (also written by Seeta) does a good job of defining what data-driven discrimination is. Nonprofits: Up for the Privacy Challenge. Simple Steps for Teaching Privacy. It's a heated, political topic and it will come up when you're teaching privacy. Essentially, big data is not consistent.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

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 81

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2020

And, she teaches us how to reclaim and cultivate the curious, flexible and youthful mindset called "rookie smarts." Wondering if you are ready for a new challenge? Take a look at this list from Wiseman of the 10 signs that indicate you are ready for a new challenge : Things are running smoothly. You are busy but bored.

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Learning Brain Teach Skills 90

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

And, she teaches us how to reclaim and cultivate the curious, flexible and youthful mindset called "rookie smarts." Wondering if you are ready for a new challenge? Take a look at this list from Wiseman of the 10 signs that indicate you are ready for a new challenge : Things are running smoothly. You are busy but bored.

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Challenge Brain Teach Journal 59

Nimble AMS

JANUARY 15, 2024

In 2015, ASSH turned to Nimble AMS for Salesforce-based association management software (AMS) that would support new and innovative approaches to their business challenges. Here’s how ASSH uses innovative technology to get the job done: 1. Trusted ecosystem ASSH built a universal Fellowship Application with Salesforce Flows.

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Technology Associations Application System 132

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 30, 2022

They are two of the most populous generations on earth, and they’re going to have to navigate a work world full of unprecedented challenges,” explains Mark Zides , author of the book, The #PACE Process For Early Career Success. I believe in diving in, staying focused, and getting the job done, all while learning and growing in a position.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 11, 2022

They are two of the most populous generations on earth, and they’re going to have to navigate a work world full of unprecedented challenges,” explains Mark Zides , author of the book, The #PACE Process For Early Career Success. I believe in diving in, staying focused, and getting the job done, all while learning and growing in a position.

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Technique Interview Skills Generation 86

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

And, she teaches us how to reclaim and cultivate the curious, flexible and youthful mindset called "rookie smarts." Wondering if you are ready for a new challenge? Take a look at this list from Wiseman of the 10 signs that indicate you are ready for a new challenge : Things are running smoothly. You are busy but bored.

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Challenge Brain Teach Skills 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

Paul Smith Question : Which of the three books ( Lead with a Story , Parenting with a Story , Sell with a Story ) was the most challenging to write and why? Paul : Lead with a Story was the most challenging from a time and effort standpoint. Plus, I still had a full-time job, so I could only work on it nights and weekends.

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Teach Story Storytelling Chapter 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Most people know that they have to sell themselves during a job interview or an annual performance evaluation at work. And no other book on personal branding teaches readers the sales skills that will help them sell that brand—sell themselves—like a pro. I’d say living our personal brands is the greatest challenge.

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Personal Create Teach Job 74

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

And making too many personal sacrifices, wanting to leave your job, and having a bad or cynical attitude about your work. They actively seek out stretch opportunities they know will be challenging—or even very difficult They value challenges and find them energizing rather than draining.

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Build Pennsylvania Environment Skills 65

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 23, 2015

And, she teaches us how to reclaim and cultivate the curious, flexible and youthful mindset called "rookie smarts." Wondering if you are ready for a new challenge? Take a look at this list from Wiseman of the 10 signs that indicate you are ready for a new challenge : Things are running smoothly. You are busy but bored.

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Challenge Professional Brain Teach 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 20, 2021

From CEOs to first-line managers, Berman and Bradt explain that too often individuals are unintentionally misunderstanding critical aspects of their job. What two or three of the best techniques you teach in the book can leaders use to help an employee have more influence and impact in their company/organization?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 27, 2021

And, she teaches us how to reclaim and cultivate the curious, flexible and youthful mindset called "rookie smarts." Wondering if you are ready for a new challenge? Take a look at this list from Wiseman of the 10 signs that indicate you are ready for a new challenge : Things are running smoothly. You are busy but bored.

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Learning Brain Teach Skills 52

Bloomerang

AUGUST 7, 2021

It’s challenging to do this from behind a desk. There are a few things that may be going on here: You have the right person in this job; they need some training and/or coaching. You have the right person in this job; they’ve got wrong things in their portfolio. . — Fear of Being Held Back. Provide training and/or coaching.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

challenges leaders’ underlying assumptions about workers and the workplace. One of my favorite takeaways from the book is Taylor’s teachings on the top drivers of a culture of innovation. Challenge – Workers feel that their jobs are challenging, complex, and interesting, but at the same time not overly stressful.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 12, 2021

This blog series is designed to help nonprofit professionals like you make subtle mindset shifts that can make a big difference in your work, as well as increase your job satisfaction. . In order to do that, you need to challenge the limiting beliefs you’re telling yourself about who you are and the work you do. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 4, 2022

They are two of the most populous generations on earth, and they’re going to have to navigate a work world full of unprecedented challenges,” explains Mark Zides , author of the new book, The #PACE Process For Early Career Success. I believe in diving in, staying focused, and getting the job done, all while learning and growing in a position.

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Interview Technique Skills Generation 52

Cloud 4 Good

MARCH 18, 2022

Talent for Good paves the way for new and recent graduates to secure good entry-level jobs as developers, administrators, analysts, and consultants within the Salesforce ecosystem. Nine of ten graduates are employed quickly, working in their field, in jobs they like. Broncos prosper. And Broncos move up in the world. www.wmich.edu.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

This week I was honored to teach a Happy Healthy Nonprofit Workshop at the 1440 Multiversity Nonprofit Service Week. This past week they opened up the campus to nonprofits and I was lucky enough to be part of the faculty to teach a workshop. They also teach yoga and meditation classes in this room. The photo was my classroom.

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Mind News Professional Tips 112

Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

Charities feared last year donors would lose jobs, see income diminish, worry their nest eggs were insecure, and would consequently stop giving. Because, my friends, delivering happiness is the job of a true philanthropy (translated from the Greek as “love of humanity”) facilitator. Your job is to help them do so.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 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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Mentoring Policy Technique News 98

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 23, 2023

In their new book, Real-Time Leadership , leadership coaches David Noble and Carol Kauffman teach leaders how to use their unique MOVE framework to help leaders adjust their reflexive reactions and optimize their responses to any situation – including unexpected and complex leadership challenges. O : Generate Options.

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Effective Leadership Question Generation 92

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Your job is not to beat yourself up, not to be ashamed of failing to keep your commitment to your dream. Your job is to right the ship. Question: How do we overcome obstacles and challenges we encounter? The number one skill you need to overcome challenges in life is commitment. Think of yourself as that jet.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

Organize and Participate in Cultural Events Multicultural Cooking Class : Organize a cooking class where immigrants teach participants how to make traditional dishes from their home countries. This collaborative approach can lead to more effective and sustainable solutions to the challenges faced by immigrants.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 20, 2023

Sometimes wearing both hats is challenging. The Maimonides “Golden Ladder” of Giving says capacity giving (teach a person to fish), and anonymous (no credit needed) gifts, are the “highest,” but I’ve never really held to that. I know maybe I should be “above” such a thing, but… I’m human. But will it help you fulfill your potential?

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Tech Soup

MARCH 5, 2014

We called it the TechSoup ‘Digital Connector’ Story Challenge. The challenge was that organizations had to tell their story with very few words – under 1,000 characters to be exact. They recruited a local volunteer to teach the kids Adobe InDesign to lay out the publication. To kick off our new success stories.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 19, 2013

"A business team that aspires to excellence may not have the same physical challenges as an ocean racing crew," Perkins acknowledges, "but lofty goals require sacrifice, dedication, and the ability to persevere. Realistic job previews are important." Selecting people with the right levels of confidence and motivation is fundamental.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 20, 2022

So, that is why Mackenzie wrote her book -- to teach you how to take actions that ultimately will improve your impact on the job and increase your happiness and fulfillment in your career. Be smart preparing your boss for your pushback, challenges, and disagreements.

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Technique Advice Relationship Teach 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 30, 2013

"A business team that aspires to excellence may not have the same physical challenges as an ocean racing crew," Perkins acknowledges, "but lofty goals require sacrifice, dedication, and the ability to persevere. Realistic job previews are important." Selecting people with the right levels of confidence and motivation is fundamental.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Baird and Sullivan further share that since 2020, over 40 million Americans have left their jobs. In the book, we talk about Luis and his challenges growing up with the fear of disappointing his parents. The challenge for leaders is to help teams see their underlying gifts beneath what they are apparently good at.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

Last year, NTEN Community Champions helped to raise over $36,000 to support the NTEN Community Challenge , which enhanced NTEN''s program accessibility, including sending over 50 people to the 2014 Nonprofit Technology Conference (14NTC) and the 2014 Leading Change Summit (14LCS) with scholarships. What is your organization''s mission?

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Kindful

JUNE 8, 2021

Teach them about fundraising. Teach them about fundraising. In the 2021 Nonprofit Leadership Impact Study conducted by NonprofitPro, 41% of organizations surveyed cited understanding fundraising as a top challenge for their boards. Make sure members understand Duty of Care. Start at the recruitment stage. Hold monthly meetings.

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