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The post How Changing your Mindset Will Help You Attract New Donors appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. Do you want to attract new donors? When it comes to fundraising, investing in your relationship with current donors is the most important (and effective) thing to do. MORE
Find acceptance and make the changes now so you can divert resources to the new or pivoted programming that is effectively serving your community now. As the latest in this chain of revolutionary upheavals, COVID-19 necessitated rapid-pace changes in program delivery and stakeholder access. MORE
Our conversation got me thinking about change and why it’s so difficult for people (and organizations) to do. I believe change is challenging for several reasons: Habits are strong and pervasive. To change, you must be certain that change is in your best interest. MORE
In the past week Facebook anounced two changes that I think you should take note of: 1) they are going to start allowing hashtags to be posted in status updates and 2) they changed the news feed again. Facebook changes facebook feed hashtags newsIf you recall from one of my previous posts , hashtags are key words or terms that you expect people to use in searches so that they can find your post(s). MORE
"Change is disturbing when it is done to us, exhilarating when it is done by us." - Rosabeth Moss Kanter. Change Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Managing Change MORE
Framework for Producing Transformative Change Two key concepts from the book really stuck with me. The first is their core concept of equilibrium change. The primary goal in the Valley is massive change, because when you’re a for-profit that magnitude usually yields massive profits. The difference is that the social entrepreneur pursues change at scale primarily as a tool for social justice, not private enrichment. MORE
“Nothing endures but change&# – Heraclitus. Sometimes, change happens when we’re not looking for it, or we don’t really want it. Sometimes changes that we don’t want lead us to places that make more sense for us. They have led me to make a significant change in my work life. This is one of those times. I’ve been struggling with health issues (life-altering, but not life-threatening, thankfully) for almost 6 months. MORE
Find acceptance and make the changes now so you can divert resources to the new or pivoted programming that is effectively serving your community now. As the latest in this chain of revolutionary upheavals, COVID-19 necessitated rapid-pace changes in program delivery and stakeholder access. MORE
Change is inevitable. Change is good. Help your employees and team learn to embrace change. Here are some solid insights from Dr. Rodger Dean Duncan 's book, Change-friendly Leadership -- How to Transform Good Intentions into Great Performance : The kind of behavior change that results in lasting (sustainable) change must accommodate people's feelings--feelings that involve trust, confidence, passion, and all those other intangible but very real things that make us human. MORE
All the actions, planning, strategy, and work that organizations have been doing to manage regulatory changes is critical, but it is important to remember where it all comes from. Changing Gears from 2020 to 2021. Regulatory change management has always been an art as well as a science. MORE
There are so many big things, scary, unexpected things that changed us as individuals, families, communities, and a collective human race in 2020, that as I was trying to write this blog post, it was hard to know where to start. So THANK YOU to the Books that Changed Us in 2020. MORE
The post RiseUP Update: Let’s make real industry change together appeared first on Media Cause. MORE
The Embracing Abundant Social Change Series will be a game changer for your social change work. To find out more and register for the series, go to the Embracing Abundant Social Change page. Learn More about The Embracing Abundant Social Change Series. MORE
Like many philanthropists and social entrepreneurs who are eager to make large-scale change, we found that redirecting government policy and funding to more effective approaches offers tremendous leverage for realizing national (and international) impact. Benetech was founded to be a different kind of Silicon Valley tech company—a nonprofit dedicated to creating social change at scale. MORE
Change? The post So you want to change the world appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. We all have our causes. Those of us who choose a nonprofit career usually do, at least in part, because we want to help make something better or more beautiful. We’re eager world-changers. MORE
Mission: Through education and advocacy, the Colorado Mental Wellness Network seeks to provide opportunities for individuals to improve the quality of their lives, give back to the community through meaningful roles, and to change the perceptions of mental health. MORE
When changing your AMS, you should also take time to determine what you really need to bring or else you could find yourself drowning in an unnecessary pile of (data) boxes. Difficult as it may be, frustrated associations are changing their AMS. MORE
I have been having so much fun making the rounds of social change, philanthropy and nonprofit-related podcasts. Obviously I love talking about how social change leaders can scale the obstacles standing in your way, and I’ve been part of some amazing conversations. MORE
You ignore your ever-changing needs in this area of your business at your own peril. Tech Thoughts From Our CEO, Chantal When I started Blue Fox, I was delighted at the prospect of working from home and running a virtual, tech-based company. MORE
“What if, instead of being exhausted, worn out, disillusioned, and depressed, you were energized and inspired by your important work as a social change leader? What if the social change you envision happened easily and joyfully? MORE
Because the majority of people on Facebook browse via the app, this means that Facebook will require advertisers to make a few changes in preparation for the rollout. But it will affect you in a number of ways, so it’s important to be prepared for the change! MORE
If your organization has developed a Theory of Change (which I highly recommend) your organization’s target populations are those your organization seeks to benefit or influence. Instead, see your target populations as powerful change agents themselves. MORE
The Art of Change Leadership demystifies the psychology behind our reactions to change and offers a powerful collection of tools to inspire individual and collective transformation quickly and more effectively, explains author of the book, Cheryl Cran. Use the cycle of change to foresee and handle change-related issues affecting yourself, others, and business. Guide "change" initiatives with repeatable success by using the reliable three-step change model. MORE
Apple recently made an announcement about upcoming privacy changes to their products that could have a major effect on how nonprofits do email work. . When will this change go into place? What will this change? Read time: 3 minutes. MORE
Rapid population growth and migration is dramatically changing societies and ecosystems worldwide and as this future unfolds nonprofits, NGOs, and charities will play a central role in safeguarding the world’s most vulnerable communities, the land upon which they live, and the wildlife that surrounds them. The nonprofit sector in the United States has a significant race (and gender) gap that it needs to confront and change. MORE
And I know I have many kindred spirits in the nonprofit sector where the Savior Complex encourages nonprofit leaders to believe your social change work has to be hard, thankless, defeating. The work of social change can be joyful, it can easy, it can be abundant. MORE
As a consultant, I spend a lot of time helping social change leaders identify and then overcome the scarcity thinking that holds back their ability to create social change. Because the problem is not that effective philanthropists like you don’t know how philanthropy must change. MORE
I’m excited to announce that my new book, Reinventing Social Change: Embrace Abundance to Create a Healthier and More Equitable World is now available! . What if the social change you envision came to fruition easily and joyfully ? What if the work of social change was abundant? MORE
The RCM ( Regulatory Change Management ) process can be broadly split into three major steps. The first step is to be aware of the upcoming changes and assess the changes. The second step is creating a plan that helps the organization to adapt the changes. MORE
So let’s change that. Once you have the answer to this abundance-based question, you can then move into a social change financing approach. I define social change financing as: Attracting enough and the right kinds of money to achieve your social change goals. MORE
COVID-19 changed our lives, our organizations, and our supporters. So, why make plans if we know things are going to keep changing?”. Because last year’s plans changed a lot, many organizations may be wary of sharing 2021 plans with supporters. How would you change things? MORE
"Change is disturbing when it is done to us, exhilarating when it is done by us." - Rosabeth Moss Kanter. Change Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership MORE
Whether I’m talking about Community-Driven Social Impact or community organizing, whether it’s focused on a hyper-local community project or global-reaching movement building, it’s always the same for me: our goals need to be focused on a change, not on ensuring that we keep our jobs. I know there are so many organizations, campaigns, and community groups making real change now. collaboration socialchange book change pollyanna principles promotion MORE
Certainly, there have been some changes to the way members pay (for example: monthly installments and multi-year memberships), but the concept of annual dues remains largely intact. MORE
The Seven Arts Of Change book by David Shaner is all about leading business transformation that lasts. Some of my favorite leadership lesson takeaways include: Personal Progress : Most leaders miss the fact that every employee possesses a latent willingness to change. MORE
More than just cat videos: social media channels are being used to further social change. Social media advocacy has erupted around the world, connecting people from all walks of life and empowering social change. online campaigns social change Social Media Communications Danielle Tarr. Digital Strategy Associate. The Hatcher Group. Twitter bomb, anyone? Instead of sharing a favorite poolside snack recipe on Pinterest — which is great, don’t get us wrong! — MORE
If your organization has a social change mission there are likely laws and policies, whether at the local, state or federal level that impact your work. There are likely many other ways that you are limiting your own power and ultimately the social change you seek. MORE
Here is a list of twists or changes you can make to your event to ‘change it up’ or to make it more interactive while also hosting it online. These are broken out by type of system you would need (Online Auction, Peer to Peer, CrowdFunding / Online Donations). So what is the difference? MORE
When you communicate change to your team, explain the logical and rational reasons for the change: 1. Explain how the change will make employees feel before, during and after the implementation. Change Change Leadership Change Management Eric Jacobson on Leadership and ManagementExplain the tactical plan and goals. Answer questions from your team. MORE
How did your nonprofit adapt to the changes the past year has brought about? In this episode of MotivateMonday, speaker, change agent, and learning leader, Keisha A. MORE
Because Dr. Rodger Dean Duncan delivers so much timely, straight-forward and relevant wisdom in his book, Change-friendly Leadership , reading it is like talking with your trusted best friend. Duncan demonstrates in the book how humanness, approachability , and friendliness are necessary but often overlooked elements of making change successful in an organization. It's often the stress that people resist, not the change itself. MORE
Keeping Pace with Regulatory Change Management: Mid-Year Review & 2022 Forecast. Live Broadcast Starts: Home / Webinars / Keeping Pace with Regulatory Change Management: Mid-Year Review & 2022 Forecast. MORE
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APRIL 27, 2021
The RCM ( Regulatory Change Management ) process can be broadly split into three major steps. The first step is to be aware of the upcoming changes and assess the changes. The second step is creating a plan that helps the organization to adapt the changes.
Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology
FEBRUARY 27, 2011
“Nothing endures but change&# – Heraclitus. Sometimes, change happens when we’re not looking for it, or we don’t really want it. Sometimes changes that we don’t want lead us to places that make more sense for us. They have led me to make a significant change in my work life. This is one of those times. I’ve been struggling with health issues (life-altering, but not life-threatening, thankfully) for almost 6 months.
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Association Analytics
MAY 25, 2021
When changing your AMS, you should also take time to determine what you really need to bring or else you could find yourself drowning in an unnecessary pile of (data) boxes. Difficult as it may be, frustrated associations are changing their AMS.
Joy of Membership
JUNE 8, 2021
Our conversation got me thinking about change and why it’s so difficult for people (and organizations) to do. I believe change is challenging for several reasons: Habits are strong and pervasive. To change, you must be certain that change is in your best interest.
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As the pandemic advanced, we were keenly aware of the apprehension and pain throughout our community. Clients and colleagues contacted us with questions about managing revenue shortfall, introducing new technology, and preparing for changing membership patterns. The.orgCommunity organized a Think Tank to help identify trends and crystalize our outlook on the future of membership. The sessions were facilitated by Elizabeth Engel, Chief Strategist, Spark Consulting. This article is the result of feedback gleaned during those dialogues, previous research, and the viewpoints of the.orgSource team.
360 Factors
APRIL 29, 2021
All the actions, planning, strategy, and work that organizations have been doing to manage regulatory changes is critical, but it is important to remember where it all comes from. Changing Gears from 2020 to 2021. Regulatory change management has always been an art as well as a science.
sgEngage
APRIL 7, 2021
Find acceptance and make the changes now so you can divert resources to the new or pivoted programming that is effectively serving your community now. As the latest in this chain of revolutionary upheavals, COVID-19 necessitated rapid-pace changes in program delivery and stakeholder access.
360 Factors
JUNE 14, 2021
Keeping Pace with Regulatory Change Management: Mid-Year Review & 2022 Forecast. Live Broadcast Starts: Home / Webinars / Keeping Pace with Regulatory Change Management: Mid-Year Review & 2022 Forecast.
Social Velocity
MAY 20, 2021
I have been having so much fun making the rounds of social change, philanthropy and nonprofit-related podcasts. Obviously I love talking about how social change leaders can scale the obstacles standing in your way, and I’ve been part of some amazing conversations.
Social Velocity
MARCH 19, 2021
As a consultant, I spend a lot of time helping social change leaders identify and then overcome the scarcity thinking that holds back their ability to create social change. Because the problem is not that effective philanthropists like you don’t know how philanthropy must change.
Social Velocity
MARCH 11, 2021
If your organization has developed a Theory of Change (which I highly recommend) your organization’s target populations are those your organization seeks to benefit or influence. Instead, see your target populations as powerful change agents themselves.
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Association executives—and hopefully their boards—know that they are facing perilous times. Driven by the pace of cultural and technological change, they are experiencing major disruptions in the traditional business models that used to guide organizational growth strategies.orgSource offers a straightforward approach to navigating these changes and readying your organization for growth.
Social Velocity
MARCH 25, 2021
And I know I have many kindred spirits in the nonprofit sector where the Savior Complex encourages nonprofit leaders to believe your social change work has to be hard, thankless, defeating. The work of social change can be joyful, it can easy, it can be abundant.
Pamela Grow
APRIL 22, 2021
“What if, instead of being exhausted, worn out, disillusioned, and depressed, you were energized and inspired by your important work as a social change leader? What if the social change you envision happened easily and joyfully?
Social Velocity
MAY 14, 2021
If your organization has a social change mission there are likely laws and policies, whether at the local, state or federal level that impact your work. There are likely many other ways that you are limiting your own power and ultimately the social change you seek.
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
JANUARY 5, 2016
Framework for Producing Transformative Change Two key concepts from the book really stuck with me. The first is their core concept of equilibrium change. The primary goal in the Valley is massive change, because when you’re a for-profit that magnitude usually yields massive profits. The difference is that the social entrepreneur pursues change at scale primarily as a tool for social justice, not private enrichment.
M+R
JUNE 10, 2021
Apple recently made an announcement about upcoming privacy changes to their products that could have a major effect on how nonprofits do email work. . When will this change go into place? What will this change? Read time: 3 minutes.
Social Velocity
APRIL 16, 2021
The Embracing Abundant Social Change Series will be a game changer for your social change work. To find out more and register for the series, go to the Embracing Abundant Social Change page. Learn More about The Embracing Abundant Social Change Series.
Social Velocity
JANUARY 14, 2021
So let’s change that. Once you have the answer to this abundance-based question, you can then move into a social change financing approach. I define social change financing as: Attracting enough and the right kinds of money to achieve your social change goals.
NCE Social Media
MARCH 20, 2013
In the past week Facebook anounced two changes that I think you should take note of: 1) they are going to start allowing hashtags to be posted in status updates and 2) they changed the news feed again. Facebook changes facebook feed hashtags newsIf you recall from one of my previous posts , hashtags are key words or terms that you expect people to use in searches so that they can find your post(s).
Connection Cafe
APRIL 7, 2021
Find acceptance and make the changes now so you can divert resources to the new or pivoted programming that is effectively serving your community now. As the latest in this chain of revolutionary upheavals, COVID-19 necessitated rapid-pace changes in program delivery and stakeholder access.
Hands on Fundraising
MARCH 30, 2021
Change? The post So you want to change the world appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. We all have our causes. Those of us who choose a nonprofit career usually do, at least in part, because we want to help make something better or more beautiful. We’re eager world-changers.
Nimble AMS
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Certainly, there have been some changes to the way members pay (for example: monthly installments and multi-year memberships), but the concept of annual dues remains largely intact.
Media Cause
MARCH 15, 2021
There are so many big things, scary, unexpected things that changed us as individuals, families, communities, and a collective human race in 2020, that as I was trying to write this blog post, it was hard to know where to start. So THANK YOU to the Books that Changed Us in 2020.
Amy Sample Ward
APRIL 5, 2011
Whether I’m talking about Community-Driven Social Impact or community organizing, whether it’s focused on a hyper-local community project or global-reaching movement building, it’s always the same for me: our goals need to be focused on a change, not on ensuring that we keep our jobs. I know there are so many organizations, campaigns, and community groups making real change now. collaboration socialchange book change pollyanna principles promotion
Handbid
APRIL 15, 2020
Here is a list of twists or changes you can make to your event to ‘change it up’ or to make it more interactive while also hosting it online. These are broken out by type of system you would need (Online Auction, Peer to Peer, CrowdFunding / Online Donations). So what is the difference?
Connection Cafe
JANUARY 11, 2021
COVID-19 changed our lives, our organizations, and our supporters. So, why make plans if we know things are going to keep changing?”. Because last year’s plans changed a lot, many organizations may be wary of sharing 2021 plans with supporters. How would you change things?
Kindful
MAY 1, 2021
Mission: Through education and advocacy, the Colorado Mental Wellness Network seeks to provide opportunities for individuals to improve the quality of their lives, give back to the community through meaningful roles, and to change the perceptions of mental health.
Pamela Grow
DECEMBER 16, 2020
How did your nonprofit adapt to the changes the past year has brought about? In this episode of MotivateMonday, speaker, change agent, and learning leader, Keisha A.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2019
Change is inevitable. Change is good. Help your employees and team learn to embrace change. Here are some solid insights from Dr. Rodger Dean Duncan 's book, Change-friendly Leadership -- How to Transform Good Intentions into Great Performance : The kind of behavior change that results in lasting (sustainable) change must accommodate people's feelings--feelings that involve trust, confidence, passion, and all those other intangible but very real things that make us human.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JANUARY 15, 2019
When you communicate change to your team, explain the logical and rational reasons for the change: 1. Explain how the change will make employees feel before, during and after the implementation. Change Change Leadership Change Management Eric Jacobson on Leadership and ManagementExplain the tactical plan and goals. Answer questions from your team.
Hands on Fundraising
MARCH 2, 2021
The post How Changing your Mindset Will Help You Attract New Donors appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. Do you want to attract new donors? When it comes to fundraising, investing in your relationship with current donors is the most important (and effective) thing to do.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2019
The Art of Change Leadership demystifies the psychology behind our reactions to change and offers a powerful collection of tools to inspire individual and collective transformation quickly and more effectively, explains author of the book, Cheryl Cran. Use the cycle of change to foresee and handle change-related issues affecting yourself, others, and business. Guide "change" initiatives with repeatable success by using the reliable three-step change model.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
"Change is disturbing when it is done to us, exhilarating when it is done by us." - Rosabeth Moss Kanter. Change Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MARCH 15, 2019
"Change is disturbing when it is done to us, exhilarating when it is done by us." - Rosabeth Moss Kanter. Change Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Managing Change
Beneblog: Technology Meets Society
DECEMBER 16, 2013
Like many philanthropists and social entrepreneurs who are eager to make large-scale change, we found that redirecting government policy and funding to more effective approaches offers tremendous leverage for realizing national (and international) impact. Benetech was founded to be a different kind of Silicon Valley tech company—a nonprofit dedicated to creating social change at scale.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
SEPTEMBER 3, 2017
Rapid population growth and migration is dramatically changing societies and ecosystems worldwide and as this future unfolds nonprofits, NGOs, and charities will play a central role in safeguarding the world’s most vulnerable communities, the land upon which they live, and the wildlife that surrounds them. The nonprofit sector in the United States has a significant race (and gender) gap that it needs to confront and change.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2020
The Seven Arts Of Change book by David Shaner is all about leading business transformation that lasts. Some of my favorite leadership lesson takeaways include: Personal Progress : Most leaders miss the fact that every employee possesses a latent willingness to change.
Media Cause
MARCH 19, 2021
Because the majority of people on Facebook browse via the app, this means that Facebook will require advertisers to make a few changes in preparation for the rollout. But it will affect you in a number of ways, so it’s important to be prepared for the change!
NTEN
JANUARY 9, 2015
More than just cat videos: social media channels are being used to further social change. Social media advocacy has erupted around the world, connecting people from all walks of life and empowering social change. online campaigns social change Social Media Communications Danielle Tarr. Digital Strategy Associate. The Hatcher Group. Twitter bomb, anyone? Instead of sharing a favorite poolside snack recipe on Pinterest — which is great, don’t get us wrong! —
Media Cause
MARCH 8, 2021
The post RiseUP Update: Let’s make real industry change together appeared first on Media Cause.
Blue Fox
JULY 14, 2020
You ignore your ever-changing needs in this area of your business at your own peril. Tech Thoughts From Our CEO, Chantal When I started Blue Fox, I was delighted at the prospect of working from home and running a virtual, tech-based company.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 14, 2019
Because Dr. Rodger Dean Duncan delivers so much timely, straight-forward and relevant wisdom in his book, Change-friendly Leadership , reading it is like talking with your trusted best friend. Duncan demonstrates in the book how humanness, approachability , and friendliness are necessary but often overlooked elements of making change successful in an organization. It's often the stress that people resist, not the change itself.
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