Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 24, 2020

A few years ago, a Forbes survey revealed that nearly 100 percent of CEOs wish they had coaching or leadership advice from outside consultants. Individual executive advisors are a hybrid between executive coaches and peer mentors. Peer mentors often focus on the “ hard skills ” aspects of the job.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 12, 2022

When the board assumes the role of visionaries and strategists one layer of decision-making is removed.orgSource consultant Sharon Rice helped board members of the California IT in Education Association (CITE) make the transition from a hands-on to a leadership orientation.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

At the time, I was a management consultant and, like most people who experience high stress at work, I felt like burnout was an inevitable part of my success – something I would eventually need to go through to achieve my professional goals. Question: The book's servant leadership teachings are particularly interesting.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 8, 2021

It is transcendent leadership and planning for turnover by mentoring and grooming leaders to take the helm when the opportunity arises. When searching for your nonprofit to serve , look for bold leadership, steady stewardship, and lots of passion in their members and leadership. This is called sponsorship. .

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Qgiv

MARCH 8, 2022

Something you may not realize is that despite women making up almost half (47%) of the US workforce, they hold l ess than one-third (28%) of the leadership positions in tech. Qgiv: What about Qgiv’s culture do you think helps foster and promote female leadership? Women also hold only 25% of C-suite positions. Jess: Your voice matters.

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Nucleus

AUGUST 17, 2021

Build consensus on steps to take by involving staff at all levels as well as volunteer leadership. About the Author Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP, founded and owns Rogue Tulips LLC, a 501c consulting consortium committed to finding inspired solutions to the unique challenges facing clients in the 21 st Century.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 26, 2021

Do you have a manager, supervisor, or mentor who is teaching you how to fundraise and supporting you along the way? Pull from the consulting budget. She is an organizational leadership coach. Need a place to start to find the right nonprofit consultant for your organization? Check out our nonprofit consultant directory

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

Section 2: The 7 C’s of Leadership. Hybrid work is widely recognized as a coveted employee benefit, allowing employees to limit the number of days required to commute, yet providing the in-person training, mentoring and professional development opportunities that come with in-person work. Section 3: Making Hybrid Work.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

You can have four types of allies, each of which can have powerful roles in your life: Friend, Mentor, Sponsor and Benefactor. Even as I grew from student to consultant to leader, with a loving husband and three beautiful children, I still felt as if feeling loved and worthy were just out of reach, especially when I showed up at work.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 13, 2011

David Burkus often provides valuable comments to my various Blog postings, and he's a person who effectively uses a board of advisers, instead of mentors, to help him achieve success. LeaderLab is an online community of resources dedicated to promoting the practice of leadership theory. David has written his own new book.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 8, 2011

This week we welcome Marla Cornelius, co-author of Daring to Lead 2011: A National Study of Nonprofit Executive Leadership. And, among all domains of leadership that the role requires (leading self, leading others, leading the organization, and leading externally), executives believe they are least effective when it comes to leading others.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

I interviewed 50 different founders, athletes, artists, activists, NFL coaches and celebrities, many of whom I have mentored and advised – from billionaire Marc Lore to Scarlett Johansson – to illustrate strategies for total commitment. That’s why I tell entrepreneurs to be careful who you consult with your nascent dreams.

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sgEngage

JUNE 14, 2022

Blackbaud’s virtual K-12 Conference , July 19–20, 2022, will bring together thousands of K-12 professionals and industry-leading experts for two days of thought leadership, shop talk, and shared learning experiences. This is an excellent event for administrators and data lovers alike. Top Sessions Recommended by a Finance Professional.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 2, 2022

You can have four types of allies, each of which can have powerful roles in your life: Friend, Mentor, Sponsor and Benefactor. Even as I grew from student to consultant to leader, with a loving husband and three beautiful children, I still felt as if feeling loved and worthy were just out of reach, especially when I showed up at work.

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VQ Strategies

JANUARY 24, 2022

When I read these words recently, written by my colleague Barbara Palmer (founder of Broad Perspective Consulting ), they captured the nuance of an issue that had come up in coaching calls with volunteer engagement professionals that same week.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 5, 2020

Reach out to a mentor at or away from work. Consult a book on managing. If you are new to managing, or if you are struggling with a management dilemma, ask for help. There is no shame in asking for help. Seek the guidance of a colleague at work. Turn to an online resource. Whatever you do, don't sit back and do nothing.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 15, 2018

Julia is an author, consultant and speaker who helps plan and launch modern nonprofit marketing campaigns. She uses her spunk, style and altruistic attitude to coach and consult nonprofits, train boards and staff and speak at conferences. . Simone is an experienced nonprofit consultant and project manager.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 20, 2021

Workshops, panels, discussions, mentoring, a thriving job board, and networking are all part of WOC, as well as a sister branch, Allies in Action , for white allies to support and learn. Founder, WOC President and Founder, YFJ Consulting. A little more than one year later and we have over 1,000 members across all states in the U.S.

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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. Be sure to provide opportunities for interaction between leadership, senior officers, and newer talent. Senior officers can help mentor new staff. Officer Training and Retention Lead to Big Results.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This is not only beneficial to mentees; it’s also rewarding for mentors. Operations & Leadership Nonprofit Membership Levels: 4 Types Plus Tips for Success 9 min read Read Now Communication & Information Benefits One of the ways that memberships deliver value is by helping members stay in-the-know and ahead of the lack.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Reach out to a mentor at or away from work. Consult a book on managing. If you are new to managing, or if you are struggling with a management dilemma, ask for help. There is no shame in asking for help. Seek the guidance of a colleague at work. Turn to an online resource. Whatever you do, don't sit back and do nothing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 17, 2019

Reach out to a mentor at or away from work. Consult a book on managing. If you are new to managing, or if you are struggling with a management dilemma, ask for help. There is no shame in asking for help. Seek the guidance of a colleague at work. Turn to an online resource. Whatever you do, don't sit back and do nothing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Reach out to a mentor at or away from work. Consult a book on managing. If you are new to managing, or if you are struggling with a management dilemma, ask for help. There is no shame in asking for help. Seek the guidance of a colleague at work. Turn to an online resource. Whatever you do, don't sit back and do nothing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 23, 2018

Reach out to a mentor at or away from work. Consult a book on managing. If you are new to managing, or if you are struggling with a management dilemma, ask for help. There is no shame in asking for help. Seek the guidance of a colleague at work. Turn to an online resource. Whatever you do, don't sit back and do nothing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2017

Reach out to a mentor at or away from work. Consult a book on managing. If you are new to managing, or if you are struggling with a management dilemma, ask for help. There is no shame in asking for help. Seek the guidance of a colleague at work. Turn to an online resource. Whatever you do, don't sit back and do nothing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 13, 2017

Reach out to a mentor at or away from work. Consult a book on managing. If you are new to managing, or if you are struggling with a management dilemma, ask for help. There is no shame in asking for help. Seek the guidance of a colleague at work. Turn to an online resource. Whatever you do, don't sit back and do nothing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Reach out to a mentor at or away from work. Consult a book on managing. If you are new to managing, or if you are struggling with a management dilemma, ask for help. There is no shame in asking for help. Seek the guidance of a colleague at work. Turn to an online resource. Whatever you do, don't sit back and do nothing.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2018

Learning is a lifelong pursuit , and motivating senior team members to develop their skill sets is just as important as mentoring new and mid-career members of the team. Take advantage of that strong desire to learn by offering professional development opportunities from formal training to informal mentoring options.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

Learning is a lifelong pursuit , and motivating senior team members to develop their skill sets is just as important as mentoring new and mid-career members of the team. Take advantage of that strong desire to learn by offering professional development opportunities from formal training to informal mentoring options.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 30, 2017

Learning is a lifelong pursuit , and motivating senior team members to develop their skill sets is just as important as mentoring new and mid-career members of the team. Take advantage of that strong desire to learn by offering professional development opportunities from formal training to informal mentoring options.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

Yee Won, a Strategist, Trainer, and Consultant for social justice, and former Development and Communications Director at the Western States Center, was inspired by a conversation at 14LCS, which led to the initial project pitch. 14lcs idea accelerator Leadership leading change summit'

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2015

We need to double down our commitment to professional development, to mentorship, and to creating leadership opportunities for our key people. We need to commit to leadership development and mentorship. Flickr Photo by Wesley Fryer. Where can new leaders be found? Right in our own organizational backyards. Here’s the truth.

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Achieve

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Averill Fundraising Solutions’ guide to choosing an annual fund consultant. also points out that board members will want to meet and collaborate with the consultant to ensure the greatest value and success for the organization. Set a goal for this fund and spread the word about annual fund campaigns. Capital campaigns.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 17, 2010

It’s deeper than a seminar and more personal that a consultant. Personally, I have several coaches and mentors. If you’re thinking about having support next year, I’m working on a hybrid coaching/consulting program that will absolutely take your fundraising program to the next level. And it’s not a one-shot deal.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 17, 2010

It’s deeper than a seminar and more personal that a consultant. Personally, I have several coaches and mentors. If you’re thinking about having support next year, I’m working on a hybrid coaching/consulting program that will absolutely take your fundraising program to the next level. And it’s not a one-shot deal.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Plus, by building relationships with advocacy leaders you can receive valuable referrals about top advocacy software solutions and fundraising consultants who can help take your campaign to the next level. Experienced volunteers are often one of your new volunteers’ best resources.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

He provides a blueprint for older workers looking to excel in the workplace, change careers, launch a new business or bring their expertise to bear as a consultant. Being a mentor to a younger person is a win-win situation for both people," says Dilenschneider. With 32 percent of the U.S.

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