Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 26, 2021

Marshall 's book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book's section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 13, 2023

Marshall 's book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, nearly two decades after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book's section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 18, 2021

Marshall 's book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book's section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 10, 2023

In March , our Nimble AMS team attended the Leadership ColLAB conference hosted in Arlington Heights, Illinois. We spent our time in round table discussion with association leadership professionals , learning and sharing our own experiences. Here are three can’t miss essential takeaways from the Leadership ColLab event.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 14, 2024

We were working on a system selection and installation with a recently promoted IT manager. In her previous role, Sue had limited interaction with other teams in the organization. EI is the ability to understand and manage your own behavior and motivations as well as those of the people around you. That last bullet is important.

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Association Analytics

MAY 4, 2023

Having this knowledge not only makes you better in your current role, but it will also help significantly when advancement opportunities arise. Become a Rockstar in Your Current Role Whatever your role is at your association, one thing we know is true – members are ultimately the most important part. Are you in marketing?

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Media Cause

OCTOBER 14, 2023

When timelines are being met, challenges that arise are being navigated with ease and wisdom, and communication flows consistently and clearly between a nonprofit and a marketing agency, thank a project manager. What does a project manager do? The broad answer is project managers manage projects.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Whether you are thinking about applying for your first grant or your organization manages several grants each year, it’s important to have clear processes to meet those mandates and avoid straying outside your mission. In managing grant funding , communication is key. Focus on the why. Learn the language and history.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 4, 2023

That’s one of the perks of leadership. Encouraging a colleague to shoot for that sought-after certification, offering advice on an important project, or simply inspiring the confidence to see future potential, are the less visible activities that make leadership meaningful. Helping others to rise can be even more rewarding.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Even small associations tend to stack layers of management like the cake at a royal wedding. As many as five tiers of responsibility (junior positions, middle managers, executive staff, committees, and the board of directors) are not unusual. Initiatives are undermined by silos, turf wars, and poor collaboration. Clarify Roles.

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.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2024

You can build more collaborative teams. There is plenty of advice out there, and most leaders have the management skills to retool organizational structures for better communication and greater agility. Data management platforms are constantly improving their user-friendliness, flexibility, and reporting capacity.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 3, 2022

posted by Syvan Diamond Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Leadership succession planning, similar to donor succession planning, is often addressed when the concern arises rather than preemptively within a nonprofit organization’s fiscal year. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Validate your work.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2014

Marshall''s book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book''s section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader. Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership'

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Marshall 's book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book's section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 1, 2021

posted by Natalia Hurley Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Many organizations are now finding that a crisis management plan is not the whole story. Organizations also need to consider who is leading the organization, and if their leadership style is effective.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Marshall 's book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book's section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Have you taken the time to assess your expertise as a development professional from a leadership perspective? Due to this collective mastery, your work offers an invaluable skill set that uniquely positions development professionals for leadership at nonprofit and philanthropic agencies.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 17, 2023

The Guest Experience Committee Chair is the beacon guiding attendees through a memorable journey When it comes to hosting successful events that leave a lasting impact, there’s a crucial behind-the-scenes role that often goes unnoticed but plays a significant part in creating memorable experiences.

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.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

It’s a word that deserves a prominent place in every management team’s playbook. Sharon Rice ,orgSource’s Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the process like this: “Scenario planning fills you with information and an understanding of the possibilities. But, according to Sharon, leadership is the bottom line.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2014

Marshall''s book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book''s section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader. Collaborative Leaders Edward M.

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Classy

MAY 7, 2021

The Collaborative: Virtual Sessions , hosted by Classy , is an online conference designed exclusively for nonprofit and social sector professionals. For the second year in a row, the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions is completely free, and completely virtual. 10 Reasons to Attend the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions. Data trends.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

Salesforce.org Partners and Staff collaborating at our last in-person Partner Summit in 2019. Check out just a few of the sessions our partners are delivering: Demystifying Impact Measurement and Management on Salesforce. How Leadership, Vulnerability, Brand Building, and Fighting Racism Co-Exist with Doyin Richards.

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.orgSource

MAY 1, 2023

It involves reinventing work processes, improving channels of communication, and asking your staff to imagine their roles and responsibilities differently. To become a digital business everyone in the organization must use their IT tools to collaborate. These roles need not be filled by the management team.

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.orgSource

MARCH 20, 2023

It’s a journey that begins with leadership and strategy. Integrate Leadership, Strategy, and Planning How do you break entrenched business habits and move forward? As I said earlier, leadership and strategy are key. Digital leadership means rolling up your sleeves and getting comfortable with being uncomfortable.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Some of these factors are environmental and out of your control: the economy, politics, changes in leadership, and pandemics. One critical component is entirely within your control: how you manage your teams and set them up for success. Erratic management behavior alienates officers and staff. Foster trust through consistency.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 13, 2014

Marshall''s book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book''s section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader.

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TechImpact

MARCH 4, 2014

Leadership is a trait found in so few people it’s awe worthy when witnessed. The rest of must work at leadership. Provide space for work to be done collaboratively and make sure you, or your project managers, aren’t holed up in offices. True leaders are naturals. The lead because it is all they know. Create “we” spaces.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

By Annisa Wanat , an independent consultant who works to strengthen the capacity of mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals more strategically by providing customized solutions in leadership, management, and communications. Each of these roles has one thing in common – documents. 1) Demonstrate Transparency.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 21, 2022

posted by Kelsey Duman Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Strategic human resources management (SHRM) is a fundamental factor in making the best use of these resources. It is widely acknowledged that HR management is an integral component of any successful business.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 19, 2020

Marshall's book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book's section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader.

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Twenty Hats

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

This one would be directed towards nonprofits leaders rather than volunteer managers. Or they might do the reverse, and only volunteer – perhaps shifting from one kind of volunteer role to another. They are collaborators and relationship-builders , each with a specialization that is needed to fully leverage community involvement.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Slowing down the hiring process to help you better choose the right candidate for any role, every time. Acknowledging people for their individual contributions and getting to know them beyond their roles. Aligning your management team with your company's goals and reiterating your values through various communication channels.

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sgEngage

MARCH 19, 2024

While an innovation culture looks different depending on the nonprofit, there are some key characteristics of a culture that leaves room for innovation: Strong Leadership: Leadership plays a key role in any company culture, but it becomes even more important when fostering innovation.

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.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

Their advice about strategy, leadership, and digital business is still ahead of its time. If your leadership style could use fine-tuning to meet the moment, consider this sampler of advice from our contributors. Are there conditions or issues that are impeding your ability to excel as a leader or to manage your staff?

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VQ Strategies

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Designed to assist and support an organization (and most commonly hospitals, museums, libraries, and arts organizations), these groups historically focus on raising funds, sometimes manage the volunteer corps, and nearly always maintain their own governance system. This is where collaboration is especially crucial. Mapping the Change.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 5, 2024

If you want to create a heart culture and a people-first culture at your workplace, read the book, Advisory Leadership , by Greg Friedman. Slowing down the hiring process to help you better choose the right candidate for any role, every time. Promoting and rewarding team collaboration instead of competition. Compassion.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 22, 2015

Marshall's book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book's section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader.

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