Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 7, 2015

We started with mindfulness from Chris Block, improvisation from David Havens , and Heather and I co-facilitated a session on networks. Expect a few blog posts from me on these topics, but in this post I’d like to reflect on what I learned about mindfulness lead by Chris Block , CEO of American Leadership Forum in Silicon.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 2, 2024

Learn to Reinvent By definition, transformation means a dramatic change. Investigate training options and keep the various learning styles of your team in mind. It’s the transformation that went off the rails. Instead of becoming butterflies and exploring what it’s like to fly, your people prefer the safety of their cocoons.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 20, 2022

Things to Keep in Mind When Running a Sweepstakes. In the ease-of-use department, a sweepstakes campaign definitely comes out on top. You are not limited by your state’s borders and they’re perfectly legal online, which means your fundraiser can reach from sea to shining sea. Entries: All tickets have a chance to win any prize.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Despite these and plenty of other reasons to take a deep dive into you, Eurich’s research also revealed that, based on her definition, only about 10-15% of people are truly self-aware. Clear thoughts about tonight’s dinner or the report that’s due next week from your mind and live in the moment. Find trusted advisors. Listen actively.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 1, 2023

Let’s take a look at a few ways you can shift challenges into opportunities, keep your association top of mind, and maintain your revenue stream in 2023. This proactive strategy will definitely help set your association apart in such a busy world! The same can happen by listening to conversations in your online community.

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.orgSource

JULY 25, 2023

I definitely see AI playing a role in that space. One that comes immediately to mind is the SWOT analysis,” Jane said. Up Your SEO Advantage “Ranking high in the search process can be a significant challenge,” Amy advised. There’s a lot of news right now about people using AI to achieve better results.

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Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

After you define bias and harm for your use, the next step is to establish standard evaluation procedures to test AI for these definitions. What problem is your AI trying to solve, and what is the definition of bias and harm for that problem? What can bias look like in the data?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 24, 2020

For many people, issues that are out of sight are also out of mind. Productivity Theory , a blog by Kayla Matthews , is dedicated to helping you accomplish your definition of success. How can you use VR and AR as a tool for nonprofit donations? To start, bring the problems your organization wants to fix into the light.

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Association Analytics

JULY 22, 2021

You definitely need billing data, but knowing your member’s fax number is likely less important. Keep in mind the delicate balance of your need for data without asking people for too much information. Create a glossary to track and communicate official terms and definitions. Focus on critical data points. Be creative.

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Candid

JULY 26, 2022

With that in mind, let’s dive into the article, starting with a quick definition of the overhead myth itself. With that in mind, the overhead myth refers to a pervasive understanding across organizations’ support bases, through which donors and funders use the overhead ratio to measure an organization’s effectiveness.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Foundations don’t share the same definition of general operating support Foundations surveyed were also invited to add comments about their general operating grants. But it’s evident that foundations’ definitions and considerations of general operating support vary. GOS is unrestricted funding for an organization’s overall mission.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

We can put the debate to rest and give you the definitive answer to exactly how many year-end giving emails you should send, when you should send them, and what you need to say. But what about that definitive answer we mentioned? Knowing how frequently to email your donors can be tricky, especially during the end of the year.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 11, 2023

He likely didn’t have grassroots campaigns in mind when he uttered those words, but Twain’s advice is spot-on for grassroots advocacy practitioners as they make a plan to engage the new Congress. These volunteers should definitely be on your 1:1 outreach list for recruitment into higher level roles.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

Here are four strategies your nonprofit should keep in mind when using Instagram for fundraising: 1. Productivity Theory , a blog by Kayla Matthews , is dedicated to helping you accomplish your definition of success. The platform, however, is different than Facebook or Twitter. Start With the Right Profile Type.

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Media Cause

MARCH 25, 2021

She’s talking here, of course, specifically about the practice of mindfulness (or insight) meditation. We have, in very nonprofit-y terms, been taught to be mission-minded above all else. . So here’s where I pose the thousand-dollar question: WHAT IF instead of being mission-minded, we were mission mindFUL?

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Candid

APRIL 8, 2024

Like most journeys, it involves continuous evolution and ongoing adjustments, with no definitive endpoint. It requires us to be willing to learn with an open mind and a receptive heart.

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Bloomerang

MAY 4, 2023

We actually didn’t mind and adjusted our attitude. Consider the American real-estate agent who recently tried to change my mind about the neighborhood I preferred just because he had an active listing somewhere else! In sharp contrast, the very definition of “service” is to be other-centered.

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

Open-minded humanists, interested in a broad spectrum of topics and issues. In this age of unprecedented processing power, why is critical thinking important? The word critical comes from the Greek word kritikos, which means the ability to judge or discern. The ability to manage risk and the courage to fail.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 8, 2022

Give your association a competitive edge by choosing to emphasize data governance and creating a like-minded policy. Key definitions: Include a glossary of important terms used in your policy, like data, data user, access, metadata, and custodian.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 12, 2022

It’s definitely not as many as we would like. Less is definitely more! When I write my first draft, I go wordy, typing everything that comes to mind. Brainstorm 10 subject lines while your email content is fresh in your mind. There’s a saying that a confused mind always says “no.” Because shorter is easier to read.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2021

You’ll definitely want to keep in touch with supporters through a few touchpoints in the months and weeks leading up to the event, which keeps your cause on their mind, connects them to your mission, and lays the foundation for long-term donor and sponsor relationships. 7) Communicate With Participants.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 3, 2024

Humble Beginnings From their humble beginnings back at Joliet Junior College in Joliet, Illinois, two-year institutions were designed with a different end in mind. This will certainly result in a definitive answer of a resounding “Yes!” Simply put, should community college students be expected to complete or not?

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Robert Weiner

NOVEMBER 2, 2010

If you have an urgent call to action, a way of reaching a mass audience, and don’t mind not being able to identify, steward, or resolicit most of the donors who give via text, mobile giving can definitely be effective. I’m still skeptical about its suitability for most nonprofits, and the NY Times said the same yesterday.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

This will definitely help your organization stand out in the donor’s mind. They don’t have to be fancy or long. You receive plenty of form letters and email, but how many handwritten notes do you receive through the mail? Share highly personal gifts of appreciation.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Autumn definitely means “go time” in the life of a fundraiser, often because it signals the start of year-end , a period of time you may get upwards of 60% or more of your annual donations. Even if you don’t follow a definitive fundraising calendar, it’s still vital to come up with a year-end fundraising plan—and stick to it.

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Byte Technology

JUNE 13, 2017

The first major release of the year definitely promised some tantalizing changes and additions, features and enhancements, but the company was, of course, remaining tight-lipped about everything the update had in store for users. Well now version 4.8

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 3, 2023

Answer: The definition of mission creep is when a nonprofit organization deviates from its mission and participates in programs or activities that do not align with its purpose. Would love to know what you think about this? Existing donors can view this as the organization lacking focus on its primary goals.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 28, 2021

It’s also important to keep in mind that patience is necessary. Salesforce ought to be an organizational investment, one customer shared, “Trainings definitely first have to have that, but management buy-in and focusing on what you actually need is what I would suggest.”. Salesforce has many free resources to help with this.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2017

Here are the top 10 most clicked articles from the 408 links featured in this year’s 51 newsletters – 10 articles your peers digged so much you should definitely check them out as well. MIND THE PRODUCT]. MIND THE PRODUCT]. The MVP is dead. Long live the RAT. Agile Died While You Were Perfecting Your Standup.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

They are telling stories that move the mind, body, and soul. Lalonde : Yes, running is definitely a passion of mine. Have a finish line in mind. I want to encourage you to think of movies as visual fables. They can touch you emotionally, spiritually, and even physically. There is power in movies,” says Lalonde.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 10, 2018

The first question that probably comes to your mind when reading this headline is – “Pinterest? If your audience and supporters include women (especially those in their mid-thirties to mid-forties) you definitely want to explore a presence on Pinterest. That’s just for pinning clothing and home improvement ideas, right?”.

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EveryAction

JULY 3, 2023

Nonprofits with well-designed, highly functional websites will have a definite advantage when it comes to reaching, engaging, and retaining more donors in years to come. Digital content, including blog posts, videos, interviews, and constituent stories, will help to: Engage supporters and keep your organization on their minds.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 30, 2017

The clinical definition of burnout is “a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion that occurs when we feel overwhelmed by too many demands, too few resources, and too little recovery time.” Warning sign #2: You can’t seem to concentrate on anything and your productivity is suffering. And the kicker?

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Here are a few ways in which you can gather the data you need for proper incorporation as well as how automation allows you to stay at the forefront of the minds of those who support your nonprofit. Keep in mind that the amount of return donations goes down after the first donation. Watch the Market for Effective Marketing Strategies.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

What Nonprofit Leadership Really Is By definition, a leader is someone in a position of authority with the responsibility to guide a group. Keep the best interests of the donor in mind and you won’t have any need to feel yucky. What nonprofit leadership skills does a Founder or Executive Director need to steer the ship?

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Achieve

JULY 28, 2021

You might read the definition of a waiver above and think, “More paperwork? Becoming more safety-minded. They’re easy to use (more on that later) and provide a wide range of benefits, so if you haven’t been using waivers, it’s definitely time to re-evaluate your needs. Waivers aren’t for me.” Well, think again!

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Media Cause

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

While my Mom was never diagnosed with dyslexia, she definitely has some tendencies. Once he began to learn in new ways, it opened the door for me to understand my mind better, though I still struggled. I was always doing things in my own way to get the work done.

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