Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 2, 2015

A good book to add to your 2015 reading list is AMACOM''s (a division of the American Management Association ), The 11 Laws of Likability. AMACOM AMACOM Books Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Listening Skills Michelle Tillis'

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sgEngage

MARCH 29, 2023

To establish a strong department, it is essential to hire technically skilled staff who are well versed in nonprofit accounting requirements and best practices. Hiring staff without an understanding of the skills necessary to complete the routine finance tasks can undermine the growth of the organization.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2011

In a couple weeks, AMACOM, a division of the American Management Association , will release Michelle Tillis Lederman's new book, The 11 Laws of Likability. In the meantime, here are some great reminders from Lederman's book on listening -- what to do and what not to do to be a leader who's an effective listener : Do : Maintain eye contact.

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Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 16, 2023

When you’re looking for an employee, it’s not a decision you undertake lightly – especially when it’s someone who will have as much of an effect on your organization as a Major Gifts Officer (MGO). What skills and qualities should you look for in a major gifts officer? What is a Major Gifts Officer? How would you move forward?

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Qgiv

JUNE 30, 2021

Many smaller nonprofits don’t have the resources needed to set up an effective and efficient HR department, but if you want to scale your charity, you’ll need one. Gives Employees Access to Cost-Effective Comprehensive Benefits. Even if you’re positive your business is up-to-date, you’ll still need to consider other laws.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 2, 2012

Here are some great tips from Michelle Tillis Lederman's book, The 11 Laws of Likability.

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Cloud 4 Good

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Research suggests employers are currently unable to fill hundreds of thousands of Salesforce developer and admin positions, and enterprise demands for Salesforce skills will require another 2.9 All UNT Dallas and Dallas College graduates from all programs are welcome to apply; no previous Salesforce skills or experience is required.

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Robert Weiner

DECEMBER 6, 2012

What about best practices in data management and any applicable laws? Is the “help desk” staffed by friendly people with good customer service skills? Have you looked at your business processes to make sure they’re efficient and effective? Has the person managing the database actually been trained on the database?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Look into relevant laws regarding starting a nonprofit in your community. Look into pro-bono services offered by local bar associations or law firms. As top leaders in your organization, your board members should be skilled, trustworthy, reliable individuals who are passionate about your mission. Identify skill requirements.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 2, 2020

When a nonprofit leader invests in the PD of their employees, it will have significant positive effects on fundraising and donor involvement. While conferences were once the only idea in gaining professional development skills, peer-to-peer mentoring is shown to give the highest output of learned skills.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

This crisis will only serve to exacerbate the effects of slight growth in traditional funding sources for nonprofits, already trying to do the best with what they have. Charitable giving declined in 2018 due to tax law changes. Social enterprise opportunity. Foundation giving increased but only enough for a marginal increase overall.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2021

What skills will our new ED need to achieve our strategic plan goals in the coming 3-5 years? Create an Effective Onboarding Process for the Executive Director. Once the ED is hired, the board must commit to an effective onboarding process. What laws might impact the firing process? When will the termination take effect?

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 6, 2021

The effects of federal policy often trickle down to the state and local levels. Over time, consider restructuring, hiring for needed skills, and appointing individuals with appropriate experience or connections to the board of directors. An effective agenda…. Is reviewed and evaluated annually for relevance and effectiveness.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 28, 2015

Here are some great tips from Michelle Tillis Lederman''s book, The 11 Laws of Likability. Effective Listening Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Listening Listening Skills'

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Pick Your Team – Who is involved and who does this change effect? If the change is being forced upon you by a change in law, policy, or I don’t know, a global pandemic , try and tie the response to that change into the goal at hand. How will you make sure the team has the necessary skills to thrive during the change?

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CauseVox

MAY 6, 2021

For example, “ Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent provided by law. Summit Assistance Dogs’s short but powerful receipt works to effectively tie their donor’s gift to impact and their organization’s mission, helping to show donor’s the importance of their gift. Our EIN # is xx-xxxxxxx.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 20, 2023

Other examples include: strengthened or new competition, decreases in funding, changes in laws or regulations that impact the organization’s mission, or the emergence of new organizations that provide similar services. It’s important to regularly review the effectiveness of your chosen options and make changes as needed.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

She offered some real-life examples, such as a services firm that created an internal “Taskrabbit” system to more effectively utilize all available skills, time, and capacity within the organization, and a law firm that created peer-to-peer knowledge-sharing networks for all employee groups.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 20, 2013

Here are some great tips from Michelle Tillis Lederman''s book, The 11 Laws of Likability. Michelle Tillis Management Leadership Listening Skills Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management General Management Skills'

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Benefits of corporate philanthropy Types of corporate philanthropy Corporate philanthropy trends 7 effective corporate philanthropy examples 7 tips to raise more through corporate philanthropy Once you understand corporate philanthropy inside and out, you can develop processes to grow this funding stream and better engage with corporate donors.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2013

Here are some great reminders about how to really listen -- what to do and what not to do to be a leader who''s an effective listener.from the book, The 11 Laws of Likability. Leadership Listening Skills Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management'

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

We realized that the most effective tool to fight human rights abuse was the truth. The moderator was Stephan Sonnenberg , Clinical Supervising Attorney and Lecturer in Law at the Stanford Law School. Being geeks, we thought of ways to address this challenge with technology.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 18, 2023

In this article I will go over the fundamental steps to creating an effective nonprofit business plan. This will help you better understand where you can help and how you effectively assist the community. Create a compelling and effective marketing and outreach plan. Step 1: Outline the goals and objectives of your organization.

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Tech Soup

JULY 1, 2014

Are you… Helping youth develop lifelong skills? We want you to tell us how you are using products donated through TechSoup to help the youth in your community develop valuable life skills that will prepare them to take full advantage of their bright futures. Is the story told in a way that is unique and effective?

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Neon CRM

JULY 21, 2023

Duty of Obedience: It is the board’s job to ensure their organization follows all applicable local, state, and federal laws. A board should always have confidence in their executives, as ensuring the organization has effective leadership in place is an important part of this role. 6 Governance Best Practices for Nonprofit Boards 1.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Perhaps a book that will help you improve your leadership skills. As you think about what business books you want to read next year, how about adding to the list at least one book from the list below. They responded to a group discussion question, "Best Leadership Books -- What''s Your Favorite?" Top Books About Leadership.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 25, 2012

Perhaps a book that will help you improve your leadership skills. This Memorial Day, as you select the books you plan to read for pleasure this summer, how about adding to the list at least one business book. They responded to a group discussion question, "Best Leadership Books -- What's Your Favorite?"

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Tech Soup

APRIL 16, 2014

The organization submitting the story with the most innovative and effective usage of a donated TechSoup product will receive the UnoBook tablet AND will be featured as the “Tech 4 Faith” story for an entire month on our Local Impact Map (LIM). Is the story told in a way that is unique and effective? a) In General.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 30, 2014

states of Maryland, North Dakota and Vermont; the Canadian province of Québec; and in any and all jurisdictions where skill contest advertising promotions are prohibited or restricted by law. Did the organization use the technology they received from TechSoup in a unique and effective way? (b) Submission Restrictions. (a)

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 23, 2011

This raises some interesting questions for how nonprofits and libraries talk about the digital divide and how they advocate for public access technology and technology skills development. I think this has interesting implications for how organizations talk about and advocate for public access technology and skills development.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 30, 2014

states of Maryland, North Dakota and Vermont; the Canadian province of Québec; and in any and all jurisdictions where skill contest advertising promotions are prohibited or restricted by law. Did the organization use the technology they received from TechSoup in a unique and effective way? (b) Submission Restrictions. (a)

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 7, 2014

states of Maryland, North Dakota and Vermont; the Canadian province of Québec; and in any and all jurisdictions where skill contest advertising promotions are prohibited or restricted by law. Did the organization use the technology or educational resources they received from TechSoup in a unique and effective way? (b)

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 19, 2013

First, our society has traditionally seen the cultivation of relationships as a “soft skill,” a manifestation of heart rather than head. Palma Strand is a Professor of Law at the Creighton Law School , where she is associated with the Werner Institute of Negotiation and Dispute Resolution.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 31, 2013

Our Effective, Motivated, Board Governance - Facilitated Training program will help build the knowledge and skills of your entire board in just one day. Note that Arizona law allows the designation of one or more. created according to both corporate bylaws and state law is crucial and. when necessary.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Perhaps a book that will help you improve your leadership skills. . __ This Memorial Day, as you select the books you plan to read for pleasure this summer, how about adding to the list at least one business book. They responded to a group discussion question, "Best Leadership Books -- What's Your Favorite?"

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 13, 2015

states of Maryland, North Dakota and Vermont; the Canadian province of Québec; and in any and all jurisdictions where skill contest advertising promotions are prohibited or restricted by law. Did the organization use the technology or educational resources they received from TechSoup in a unique and effective way? (b)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Perhaps a book that will help you improve your leadership skills. As you think about what business books you want to read next year, how about adding to the list at least one book from the list below. They responded to a group discussion question, "Best Leadership Books -- What''s Your Favorite?" Take a look to see how many you''ve read.

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