Candid

JUNE 9, 2021

This more just and equitable approach to philanthropy has been practiced for decades and the ethos it is based in—that those closest to the problem are the closest to the solutions—has deep roots in community organizing, deliberative democracy, and even in philanthropy itself. . To be clear, participatory grantmaking has never been new.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 4, 2024

Every year when the calendar rolls over into the new year, leaders are presented with a fresh set of challenges. Often times we use arbitrary dates such as January 1 st as mile markers on our journey to success. This year, I am challenging you to change. That is certainly the case in the K–12 space here at IC Catholic Prep.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Remote work was one of those unsettling tests. Our colleague Stuart Meyer,* who at the time was CEO of the National Barbeque and Grilling Association, a fully virtual organization, made this comment. “We The traditional workplace reality is you’re lucky if you get up to five hours of productive work from each employee every day.

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.orgSource

MARCH 11, 2024

Bell’s work will play a large role in their success. Bell is researching what mix of personalities is most likely to work effectively together. A mission team—like any team, anywhere—needs competent people who work well together,” Bell advises. “In Hiring for fit is more challenging. She studies team composition.

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Qgiv

MAY 4, 2021

Laura Kruisenga, COO with Kennari Consulting , works with clients to build their annual fundraising programs with a particular focus on events, communications, and staffing. Problems recurring giving solves. Though that might not be all your problems, a recurring giving program will help with at least a few! Conclusion.

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Problem Program Giving Gift 105

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 23, 2023

“Workarounds are effective, versatile, and accessible methods for tackling complex problems,” shares the author of the new book, The Four Workarounds. They are a creative, flexible, imperfection-loving, problem-solving approach. A method that ignores or even challenges conventions on how, and by whom a problem is meant to be solved.”

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Sandy Marsico, Founder and CEO of Sandstorm Design, described the challenge of balancing risk with growth like this: “You need the courage to take chances and the stomach to handle anxiety. The average pharmacist, librarian, or dentist has limited experience with the challenges that are involved in running an association.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Over a lifetime, we spend approximately 90,000 hours working. Wouldn’t it be great if we could invest a bigger portion of that significant time in giving and receiving joy? Maybe one reason people aren’t happy at work is because they don’t expect to find happiness there. There’s a reason they call it work. Offer support.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 2, 2024

Some employees have invented tortuous workarounds to keep using their new toys to continue working in the same old way. Chances are your problems stem from focusing too much on technology and not enough on behavior. They make the cultural shifts that enable thinking and problem-solving in ways that are compatible with rapid change.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

When it’s time for your association to purchase new software, you don’t want to cut corners just because you’re eager for new technology. Don’t miss our demo times on November 16 at 1:40 PM-2:20 PM and November 17 at 9:00 AM-9:20 AM. Outline organizational challenges. We look forward to seeing you soon! Research an AMS vendor.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Now that remote work makes a casual stroll through the cubicles challenging, I suggest an intentional approach. Make time to audit the impact working from home is having on your organization. If performance issues have been a problem, keep an open mind. Fortunately, subpar technology is a problem that can be fixed.

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Team Evaluation Attitude Interview 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2023

The platform streamlines important processes like onboarding, voting, and creating agendas, so you’ll have more time to discuss the issues that really matter. 5 Productivity Challenges for Board Members Nonprofit boards face a variety of challenges that impact their overall productivity.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Are your board meetings caught in a frustrating time loop? podcast interview, my colleague Al Dea, Founder Edge of Work , explained this more contemporary attitude and positioning. We let the board know how we’re doing, where we’re succeeding, and where there are challenges. Tradition can be a dynamic legacy.

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.orgSource

JULY 29, 2023

The recommendations for successfully managing these challenges—whether they result from poor judgment, bad luck, or any disheartening combination of unfavorable circumstances—are straightforward. If you sense a problem brewing, you may already be knee-deep in a hot mess. Ask about issues and challenges. Talk to your team.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 8, 2024

Once upon a time, the title of the lead technology wizard didn’t necessarily begin with a C. As a result, IT leaders are called on to share their wisdom with the rest of us, and they are challenged to help us collaborate in ways that are unfamiliar and sometimes uncomfortable. Reactions to your advice or feedback often surprise you.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

If these two drivers of engagement are a world apart, it will be challenging to deliver the seamless experience customers expect from their favorite brands. There was a time when associations didn’t think of their members as customers. What has changed over time? Confront problems quickly and openly using objective information.

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3rd Sector Labs

OCTOBER 2, 2014

The conversations about the ALS Association’s astounding success with the Ice Bucket Challenge continue. Did you know that the Ice Bucket Challenge has its own Wikipedia article ? Did you know that YouTube views of Ice Bucket Challenge events have surpassed 1 billion … that’s with a “b”?

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sgEngage

AUGUST 22, 2022

As a nonprofit technology consultant, I spend a lot of time talking with people about their systems, staffing, and business processes. I enjoy learning how organizations and teams get their work done, and we then kick around some ideas that can make things better. The problem, as she told the story, was Alan. Barbara asked me.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

How many of these 27 management challenges are you facing right now? Because, Tulgan provides step-by-step solutions and practical advice for handling all 27 challenges listed above -- the 27 most common challenges identified by Tulgan during 20 years of workplace research.

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Candid

MAY 1, 2024

As you may have heard, we’re building new Candid tools to help those working in the social sector to do good even more efficiently and effectively in a fast-changing world. To understand how Candid products can best serve our users, we need to know what problems those users are trying to solve. What problems are we trying to solve?

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 25, 2023

Rest assured that these challenges are common for sports teams, clubs, and schools. In this guide, we’ll address four common fundraising problems that sports teams face and how to fix them. Over time, these supporters could become fatigued and even withdraw their support. Let’s get started! Limited reach and resources.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 4, 2021

Here is a nonprofit’s guide to problem-solving. During uncertain times, people want solutions and they want to know there are difference makers out there. He lays out how nonprofits can actually thrive during times like these. They aren’t positioning themselves as a solution to a burning problem.

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.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

As the home of organizations that draw on decades of history, it’s not surprising that we love the security of time-honored strategies. But I am struck by how often our contributors’ insights are the recommendations we needed to survive that challenge. Provide “just-in-time” volunteering. Embrace a challenge.

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Advice Course Associations Change 170

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Impact Challenge ” is based on Google’s belief that artificial intelligence can provide new solutions to old problems and improve people’s lives. I recently interviewed Brigitte Hoyer Gosselink, Head of Product Impact, who designed the challenged to learn more. Agency for International Development and for an international NGO.

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Google Challenge Interview Impact 84

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Today, knowledge work is coming into fashion in foundations and the nonprofit sector. Knowledge work is growing because it sits at an important intersection between grantmaking and equitable change. How the sector understands and engages in knowledge work is crucial to the success of philanthropic efforts.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The process can be long and filled with challenges. Clearly documenting your organizational processes can help create a more accurate pricing quote and will identify any challenges prior to a software purchase. Take time to document your processes to put your team on track for a successful AMS implementation.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 1, 2014

A lot of my work consists of sitting — working on a computer, talking on the phone, or attending meetings or conferences. As Nilofer Merchant points out in this Ted.com talk , people are sitting 9.3 hours. When I mentioned this to a colleague, he asked me “How the heck do you make the time to do this?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 5, 2024

— Opportunity about to be missed Dear Opportunity about to be missed, You’ve actually named the problem in the way you’ve framed your question. EXAMPLE: If you work at a food bank, you may believe the fact that you distribute food via pantries located in neighborhood schools, churches, and community centers is super important.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 16, 2019

How many of these 27 management challenges are you facing right now? Because, Tulgan provides step-by-step solutions and practical advice for handling all 27 challenges listed above -- the 27 most common challenges identified by Tulgan during 20 years of workplace research. And, how many do you believe you'll face this year?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Zach has Cerebral Palsy , which causes movement and coordination problems, and which keeps him from speaking and walking. Zach’s encounter with accessible ebooks is but one example of how Benetech empowers people who often face difficult challenges and whose needs are neglected. Zach Bryant loves reading non-fiction.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

When massive, global challenges compel them to work together in new ways, the first hurdle nonprofits face is the discussion regarding the interoperability of data, data migration, data integration, and data middleware. In that case, we’re literally holding back the impact that mission-driven work can deliver.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 13, 2018

Does your work at a nonprofit include facilitating meetings or trainings? ” The nickname “brainstorm sessions” because participants were using their brains to storm a problem. It can also be used to create work norms or processes. The second time around, you ask participants to respond with yes and.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 30, 2021

Discoveries are the “sharpening your ax” mode smart nonprofits invest in before taking a swing at technology challenges, and avoiding them can result in a big miss. If it doesn’t work for them, what’s the point? More times than not you will be richly rewarded (see innovation & growth below). It’s about people. Trust them.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 17, 2021

Today brings a timely and compelling book, Choosing Courage , by Jim Detert , where he shares how to increase the chance of accomplishing something positive when acting with courage at work, while decreasing negative personal consequences. In addition, there are two broad reasons to choose courage are legacy and regret , shares Detert.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2014

How many of these 27 management challenges are you facing right now? Because, Tulgan provides step-by-step solutions and practical advice for handling all 27 challenges listed above -- the 27 most common challenges identified by Tulgan during 20 years of workplace research. a management research and training firm.

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Challenge Management Attitude Leadership 73

Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Today’s business leaders are faced with many challenges: intense competition, increased regulation, and the need for constant innovation. Leadership Fitness : Leadership philosophy, personal performance, mental training, and ability to master time and calendar. There’s no better time than now to read this book.

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Leadership Evaluation Brain Business 92

Blue Avocado

MARCH 5, 2024

Over the years, I have worked with many founder-led (or until-recently-founder-led) organizations. In short, the founder problem isn’t really a problem, if you understand it correctly. For staff, working in a start-up nonprofit is often an exercise in mindreading. Stepping away is part of the nonprofit circle of life.

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