EveryAction

MAY 23, 2016

As someone who has jumped from the corporate world to the nonprofit sector and back again, I’ve learned a lot about the nuances of both, especially in terms of the all-important first interview. No matter the reason, if you want to work at a nonprofit, it’s important to be able to sell yourself in an interview.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 26, 2011

Check out the short interview with Rob below and a preview of some of the functionality launched today! Interview: Rob Wu, CauseVox Founder. We saw the power of grassroots and peer-to-peer fundraising and the impact that it can have. We love non-profits and the impact they have. What inspired you to start CauseVox ?

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 4, 2023

values or a growth mindset, continuous feedback, and open communication, you will foster an environment that encourages employees to support one another. When we interviewed her for our book Association 4.0: By embracing what.orgSource calls Association 4.0 The most futuristic view is to put the employee first.”

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Candid

AUGUST 23, 2023

Everything but the kitchen sink This pitfall occurs when a strategic plan includes a logical list of things that would help the organization, but it lacks overarching impact goals, tradeoffs, and prioritization of activities. Who is our population of focus, and will some populations be disproportionately impacted?

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

When my business partner, Kevin Ordonez, and I wrote two books about the impact of the digital revolution on associations, we interviewed entrepreneurs both inside and outside our community. It gives you some control when the external environment is rapidly changing, and people are looking to you for leadership.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 21, 2023

Our research included interviewing thought leaders, organizing think tanks, and surveying professionals. And, in an environment where every aspect of operations depends on digital capacity, leaders can’t remain isolated from these tools. Target interest groups and send impactful messaging to drive higher engagement.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Leaders and managers have to demonstrate that they care about the emotional well-being of all those impacted by the crisis,” he adds. It can be difficult to find the exact right words, but saying nothing communicates something as well—and can be seen as insensitive,” explains communications expert David Grossman.

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Cloud 4 Good

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Cloud for Good was proud to serve as a Gold Sponsor for the landmark event, and we had the honor of participating in a rapid-fire 5-minute interview with our fellow sponsors. We were also thrilled to see two of our clients, the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the University of Vermont , host impactful sessions at the event.

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.orgSource

JULY 29, 2023

When I was interviewing leaders for our Association 4.0 The Circles are forward-looking groups of business people who are very much about learning from each other and thinking outside the box in a trusting environment.” How will members be impacted? Seek perspective and the counsel of trusted advisors. What is the timeline?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The best CEOs kept all six plates spinning at all times, even if the external and internal environment meant that some needed to be spun faster or slower than others,” explain the authors. “Despite their different approaches, every CEO at every stage of their tenure meaningfully tended to all six responsibilities.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Carolyn is a major gift fundraiser and nonprofit communications expert who uses technology to amplify her impact and do more with less. And keep in mind: As a grant writer, you will need to focus and spend long stretches of time in a quiet environment working on your computer or laptop. Meet Carolyn Appleton!

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Forum One

MAY 28, 2024

Forum One worked with the Oregon Zoo to redesign its website as part of its strategic efforts to deliver an inspiring guest experience and better convey its offerings and impact. Design choices also include delightful interactive features, such as load animations and hover effects, and striking photography to highlight the Zoo’s impact.

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sgEngage

MAY 16, 2023

With this growth in prominence of ESG, there’s a big opportunity for nonprofits, education institutions, and other social impact organizations to consider ESG factors as part of their overall strategies as well. Here are four reasons why nonprofits and all social impact organizations should care about ESG: 1.

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VQ Strategies

JANUARY 24, 2022

Most of our positions won’t require background checks or interviews, so we don’t want to mention that on the webpage since we don’t want to deter anyone. This is part of an effort to focus on creating an “open” environment for volunteering. Instead, we’ll just mention it to anyone who expresses interest in those positions.”.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 14, 2022

The best CEOs kept all six plates spinning at all times, even if the external and internal environment meant that some needed to be spun faster or slower than others,” explain the authors. “Despite their different approaches, every CEO at every stage of their tenure meaningfully tended to all six responsibilities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 21, 2022

We are also facing a nonprofit workforce crisis with an increase of demand for services and people leaving their jobs due unrealistic workloads & toxic work environments that lead to burnout. Here’s a few highlights from the past two weeks, there are more events over the coming weeks, so don’t feel any FOMO!

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Candid

MAY 9, 2023

HBCU staff who were interviewed for the qualitative research all noted that their respective institutions saw an uptick in philanthropic funding since 2020. It becomes a domino effect when you empower and live within this community [that then] impacts the global community.” It lifts the entire household when you educate one student. …

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2021

You can attend the upcoming ACCP webcast “ Shifting Strategies for Global Community Engagement as a Result of the Pandemic ” to learn from CSR leaders at Blackbaud, Dell and PIMCO on how they support communities facing the impacts of COVID-19. ). Another important component of the “social” element of ESG is social justice.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

We are also working with our research partner, Viewpoint Consulting, to implement learnings from surveys, focus groups, and interviews about collecting demographic data in a way that is feasible for nonprofits.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 27, 2021

By sharing the stories and achievements of people with autism, we aim to help people understand the impact of autism and offer meaningful ways to be better, more supportive co-workers. Most of the responses centered around concerns that autistic employees have when it comes to their workplace environment. 1) Inclusive Hiring Practices.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

The best CEOs kept all six plates spinning at all times, even if the external and internal environment meant that some needed to be spun faster or slower than others,” explain the authors. “Despite their different approaches, every CEO at every stage of their tenure meaningfully tended to all six responsibilities.

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Candid

MAY 5, 2021

While any loss of able employees is a tragedy, this does mean that if your nonprofit is hiring, there is a significant pool of qualified candidates to interview. Build an inclusive work environment . Build an inclusive work environment. Having frank conversations about building an inclusive environment can be difficult.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Involving users at each stage of creation—from discovery to low-fi design to product usability testing—brings emerging ideas to the table and amplifies the voices of those at the front lines of health, the environment, education, and all the global issues our work centers.

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Forum One

AUGUST 19, 2021

Closed-ended question surveys can be combined with interviews to gather both quantitative and qualitative data. While typically rich in nature, audience interviews should be taken as anecdotal feedback and not representative of an entire group or demographic.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2023

A holistic consultant can provide a deep dive into an organization’s culture and operations to find the root cause: Low staff morale may be the result of a poor work environment. Staff may not feel like their thoughts and opinions are valued, creating an environment of brewing resentment.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 22, 2018

Congress are undermining decades of the sector’s work on immigration; women, minority and LGBTQ rights; the environment; and the social contract with government—among other issues. Many nonprofit leaders and organizations are literally under attack in this political environment. Social change leaders need more-flexible ?strategies,

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TechImpact

JUNE 4, 2014

Track and monitor trends: From your interviews with volunteers, is there any reoccurring themes? Create a better volunteer environment. Corral a team and brainstorm the best ways to improve your volunteers’ working environment. Anything that the majority of volunteers like? Whatever the case is, document and act accordingly.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 23, 2022

The best CEOs kept all six plates spinning at all times, even if the external and internal environment meant that some needed to be spun faster or slower than others,” explain the authors. “Despite their different approaches, every CEO at every stage of their tenure meaningfully tended to all six responsibilities.

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sgEngage

MARCH 29, 2023

To avoid hiring unqualified staff, incorporate accounting and technical skill assessments as part of the interview process or seek assistance from qualified accounting professionals in vetting potential candidates. Fund Accounting Software that Drives Impact Find out how Blackbaud’s Financial Edge NXT® fits your organization.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

Despite this outsized impact, Toyin has yet to secure adequate funding to support and scale TLNYC. Written in partnership with Equivolve Consulting, we capture lessons from the BMA Fellowship as a case study of what’s possible when Black social innovators exist in an affirming environment of support and respect.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

An Interview with Fanny Villiers , Directora General of Donadora – an official partner of the Global Trends in Giving Report ( en español ). How has this impacted individual giving to NGOs in Mexico? At Donadora, work with NGOs to help them tell simple, but impact-full stories in order to inspire donors to give.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 21, 2023

They just need to feel engaged in your organization’s mission and be given the necessary tools and support to maximize their impact. To facilitate this process, your consultant will lead interviews with your stakeholders, including your board, to gather their unbiased feedback. Let’s begin.

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Candid

MAY 4, 2022

Based on Philea’s recent analysis of surveys, in-depth interviews, and meetings with European foundations, we’ve seen how the pandemic has had significant implications for the way philanthropy operates in Europe. The goal is not only to alleviate immediate needs but also to be a catalyst for a more equitable and just future.

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Media Cause

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Without proper “education,” landing an interview let alone a job working in digital marketing was a pipedream—I found myself stuck, making minimum wage, wearing a well-known green apron simply for the health benefits. The RiseUP fellowship taught me the value of mentorship, environment, ownership, and risk-taking.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 1, 2014

The site features innovative and high impact nonprofits with responsible track records in six key areas: Education, Health, Economic Development, Arts & Culture, Environment, and Human Rights, selected using this criteria. They wanted to build something small and simple that could have a big impact.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This is natural in any line of work, but in non-profit storytelling I find that it mostly impacts my process for writing and telling stories. One of the best things we can do when we are listening to a story is to help create a safe and comfortable environment for the person to share. Going through an application and interview process.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2009

You can read more in this series of five reports that looks at the definitions, research, power, practices, and insights relating the impact of social networks on family strengthening and community change. A peer learning environment requires creating a safe space for conversation. Open/Closed and how it impacts the learning.

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