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Move DEI Beyond Words

.orgSource

In responding to the needs of those we serve—medical students, physicians, and their patients—the AMA relies on the diverse expertise, ideas, and strength of our workforce to promote and advocate for equity and justice in our policies, products, and services. Create a more inclusive culture by providing DEI training to directors and staff.

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How To Embrace And Learn From Failing

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Errors (synonymous with mistakes) are unintended deviations from prespecified standards, such as procedures, rules, or policies. Her work explores teaming – the dynamic forms of collaboration needed in environments characterized by uncertainty and ambiguity. Failure is different, explains Edmondson, from errors and violations.

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Recap: Nonprofits & AI – A Conversation with Devi Thomas

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Another example includes using AI to optimize volunteer engagement by aligning opportunities with individual skills and interests. In other words, use all your critical thinking skills. Embracing a culture of learning, ensuring leadership engagement, and approaching AI as a tool to enhance human creativity and strategy are pivotal.

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Nonprofit hiring: 4 strategies to meet the best candidate

Candid

Build an inclusive work environment . Keep in mind that to even get candidates to apply, you need to build the kind of environment in which your model employees would want to work. As you build out your hiring process, keep an eye on the kind of work culture you’re building. . Build an inclusive work environment.

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Why we’re all burned out and what to do about it  

Candid

Lack of accomplishment: struggling to be effective or efficient at work, noticing lower productivity or capability, or feeling low on morale and coping skills. Anyone can and will burn out if they are placed in an environment with too many demands and not enough resources. This means not condoning a ‘workplace warrior’ culture (e.g.,

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Burnout, Resilience and Nonprofits: The Latest Research, Trend, and Insights

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

In the wake of some of the most stressful times for nonprofits and activists that I work with, many are seeking out ways to reduce burnout, practice self-care and build empathetic relationships and supportive policies in the workplace. Simplify Complex Work Environments.

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Four Staff Recruitment Strategies to Decrease Nonprofit Turnover

Pamela Grow

One of the best ways to attract talent is by creating a culture that encourages retention from the get-go. Ensure your job descriptions are comprehensive by covering the following items: Soft and hard skills. Soft skills refer to intangible qualities like communication , leadership, and adaptability. Preferred skills.