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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.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

We are aggressively challenged to deliver value. Review the Data I asked Sarah how she advises employers to approach this challenging environment. Once we talk through the issues, they realize that there is a current employee, who with the right training and mentoring, would be a great fit for the role.

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Candid

MARCH 11, 2024

BIPOC nonprofit staff are ‘pushed’ by challenges toward leadership Ideally, nonprofit staff would become inspired to lead through encouragement, opportunities for advancement, positive role models, and the belief that they could make an impact by building on the foundation laid by their predecessors. appeared first on Candid Blog.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 16, 2021

The lack of structure can be challenging. Find a mentor. Similarly, Cendana’s advice to those interested in pursuing executive leadership roles is to find an executive director who is willing to mentor you. When you run into challenges in your existing role, you’ll have someone to turn to for advice.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

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. So, what did these resilient role models have in common? Question: Of the five EI-based skills, which one is typically the most challenging to master and why?

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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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

It’s this last finding in particular that presents a real challenge in the workplace. You can have four types of allies, each of which can have powerful roles in your life: Friend, Mentor, Sponsor and Benefactor. They are each necessary and play different roles depending upon where you are along your journey.

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VQ Strategies

DECEMBER 14, 2020

As we wrap up all four of these cohort-based engagement initiatives as 2020 ends, we were a bit unsure of what outcomes to realistically expect, given all the challenges posed by the Coronavirus pandemic. Why were they successful even amid one of the most challenging years in nonprofit history?

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Given the growing Hispanic population, representing over 18% of the US population, the observance plays a crucial role in acknowledging these invaluable contributions. Recognizing this month signifies acknowledging the role that Latinos have played and continue to play in America’s prosperity. Flipcause is here to help.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Attitude plays a huge role in determining how successful solicitors will be. Successful fundraisers have an intuitive desire to mentor and empower others to succeed. This can take a wide range of forms such as increasing the amount of the ask or challenging donor prospects to consider completely new and different projects.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 7, 2022

People volunteer for a variety of reasons , it is crucial that your organization considers these motivations when placing a volunteer into a role. Volunteers enjoy challenging tasks and look for chances to step up to the next level. They can see the direct benefits of their work in their role as a mentor, helper, or other capacity.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 19, 2022

Is your association staff satisfied in their current roles? You’ll learn if they are satisfied in their current role and what steps your organization can take to improve the situation. What are the biggest challenges to achieving your top career goals? . Do they feel overworked or stressed? What are your career goals?

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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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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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 2, 2022

It’s this last finding in particular that presents a real challenge in the workplace. You can have four types of allies, each of which can have powerful roles in your life: Friend, Mentor, Sponsor and Benefactor. They are each necessary and play different roles depending upon where you are along your journey.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions. Even though the value of volunteerism is known, creating a positive and fulfilling volunteer experience can be challenging for nonprofits. This cultivates a community of dedicated supporters.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 15, 2021

It’s challenging enough to maintain a healthy volunteer team under normal conditions. Difficult times, such as COVID-19, can intensify those challenges if an adequate retention plan is not in place with the ability to properly implemented it. Treat volunteers and the roles asked of them with respect and importance. Be organized.

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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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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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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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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Before we go over how to implement new strategies to engage employees, let’s discuss the challenges many businesses and nonprofits face when it comes to employee engagement, such as: Insufficient training. Each role has specific responsibilities, and training helps set a foundation for each worker’s confidence. Remote work challenges.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 17, 2021

Slack automatically organizes students into smaller course-group channels with industry mentors to help ensure their success. As courses progress, Slack is used as the central channel for all course communications, including peer collaboration, speaker announcements, industry news, and mentor feedback. In the 2020 U.S.

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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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Whether you are a seasoned leader or new in your leadership role, add this book to your list of must-read books to finish before the end of this year. Becoming a wise and compassionate leader is a challenging but deeply rewarding process,” explain the authors. “It Ask yourself, How can I be of benefit? And, it is a lifelong journey.”

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VQ Strategies

DECEMBER 30, 2020

The end of the calendar year is traditionally a time of reflection – looking back on the year’s achievements, challenges, joys, and losses. All of you are our heroes of 2020 and we are so very grateful for your role in our lives and work this year. Thank you. [1]

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VQ Strategies

MARCH 2, 2023

Are you facing similar challenges? When talking to staff about setting volunteers up for success, consider sharing these six building blocks to success: Strategic Roles – Is the position well thought out and appropriately designed? Thorough Screening & Thoughtful Placement – What is the role that staff members play in screening?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 31, 2022

Whether you are a seasoned leader or new in your leadership role, add this book to your list of must-read books during 2022. Becoming a wise and compassionate leader is a challenging but deeply rewarding process,” explain the authors. “It Ask yourself, How can I be of benefit? Stretch people to help them see their greater potential.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 5, 2021

This blog post goes over our secret recipe for fostering employee engagement, and provides fellow corporate social responsibility (CSR) leaders with ways to adapt to a challenging year. . This post aims to provide corporate social responsibility leaders with ideas to adapt to a challenging year.

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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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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 22, 2022

Respondents of color report greater workplace challenges than white respondents, including: Lack of role models. If these challenges are not addressed, and racial disparities in leadership positions continue to be prevalent, nonprofits are likely to remain homogenous and stagnant. Disparities in access to mentorship programs.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 27, 2021

Given the challenges of COVID-19 restrictions, it is even more important for us this year to ensure that we are spreading more awareness, understanding, and acceptance of autism and neurodiversity. All teams have people with different skill sets that are better suited to different roles, and neurodiverse candidates are no different.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2021

And local Boys & Girls Clubs helped open the door to opportunities young people might not have otherwise, offering career training, skill building, positive mentors, and pathways to a great future. The pandemic was a reminder of just how important the relationships are between our Club mentors and the kids they serve.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

If you don’t currently hold a leadership role, talk to your management early and often. We offered them a description of the role, what the benefits would be to participants, and the honorarium the participants would receive for sharing their time and expertise. Outline the participant role. Leadership support is essential.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 21, 2022

Whether you are a seasoned leader or new in your leadership role, add this book to your list of must-read books during 2022. Becoming a wise and compassionate leader is a challenging but deeply rewarding process,” explain the authors. “It Ask yourself, How can I be of benefit? Stretch people to help them see their greater potential.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 26, 2022

Whether you are a seasoned leader or new in your leadership role, add this book to your list of must-read books during 2022. Becoming a wise and compassionate leader is a challenging but deeply rewarding process,” explain the authors. “It Ask yourself, How can I be of benefit? Stretch people to help them see their greater potential.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 31, 2021

Pair new employees with experienced mentors. Set ambitious goals and tight timelines to challenge everyone to do more with less. Create teams that are small and where roles are loosely defined, and policies are flexible. Treat every individual and role as indispensable to collective success.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Pair new employees with experienced mentors. Set ambitious goals and tight timelines to challenge everyone to do more with less. Create teams that are small and where roles are loosely defined, and policies are flexible. Treat every individual and role as indispensable to collective success.

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