Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 9, 2020

Hewlett is also a big believer in the power and value of having a sponsor , and explains that sponsors are not mentors. Sponsors are powerful leaders who see potential in you and, provided you give them 110 percent, will go out on a limb to make things happen for you.

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Mentoring Sponsor Teach Survey 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 16, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Effective Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Time Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 15, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Time Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The most important skill nonprofit leaders can learn and teach their teams is to know when to use AI and when to use human skills. There is a balance to be struck internally—in which humans and AI each do what they do best, with humans always in charge of the final product or action. This is called “co-botting” or “co-piloting” with AI.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2020

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Management Mentoring Policy Technique 52

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Everyone in the organization has something they can teach us, particularly those on the front lines of delivering programs and services. Successful fundraisers have an intuitive desire to mentor and empower others to succeed.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 20, 2022

According to the Michigan 4-H Recognition Handbook , when volunteers are acknowledged, it gives them a chance for reflection, self-assessment, and a boost in self-esteem and motivation. When leadership gives volunteers face time, it can dramatically increase program retention. Offer mentor/mentee programs .

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Associations Volunteer Benefit Retention 132

Media Cause

OCTOBER 3, 2022

The hope in sharing part of my story is to give program insight to applicants, share the immense value to supporters of the program, and give thanks to my incredibly supportive team. . That is a loaded question so I’ll opt out for something with a little more structure—what did the RiseUP Fellowship teach me?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 19, 2021

Do we give each donor, volunteer, and partner a tailored experience based on their needs and preferences? For Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), personalization for each young person (a “Little”) and their adult mentor (a “Big”) is critical to its mission. About the Author.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

Sometimes I think that how I volunteer, or give back has to be BIG and dramatic, like going on an international volunteer vacation, fundraising thousands of dollars, or starting a nonprofit. Be a mentor, or teacher to other writers. Anyone else feel that way? Write a story for your community newspaper, or blog. Write an op-ed.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 7, 2021

Teach your staff to fish: People aren’t born knowing how to build a major donor pipeline and expertly move folks through this pipeline. Unless your staff member has done this effectively before, and was mentored by someone who knew what they were doing, they’re going to naturally be resistant. Provide training and/or coaching.

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Develop Gift Charity Teach 121

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Teach them that fundraising isn’t about asking for money; it’s about giving people the opportunity to give back and improve their communities. Once the new staffer understands the cycle of giving, you can start teaching them to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors. Start thinking about your board in the same way.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 16, 2018

Hewlett is also a big believer in the power and value of having a sponsor , and explains that sponsors are not mentors. Sponsors are powerful leaders who see potential in you and, provided you give them 110 percent, will go out on a limb to make things happen for you.

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Mentoring Sponsor Teach Survey 44

Media Cause

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Mentor someone. Be appreciative of your journey and start to think about how you can give back. Mentoring not only helps build your network, but it also helps build your credibility. Mentoring not only helps build your network, but it also helps build your credibility. Have an optimistic attitude.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 28, 2018

Hewlett is also a big believer in the power and value of having a sponsor , and explains that sponsors are not mentors. Sponsors are powerful leaders who see potential in you and, provided you give them 110 percent, will go out on a limb to make things happen for you.

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Mentoring Sponsor Teach Survey 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 16, 2019

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 17, 2016

Advisers contribute their skills and expertise to provide training and mentoring to help amplify the work of anti-trafficking organizations in Cambodia. I also used Twitter to get pro bono donations of technology t-shirts from technology companies to give to the Cambodia bloggers.

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Cambodia NGO Blogger Mentoring 104

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Mentoring Policy Leadership Technique 81

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 12, 2019

Teach something new to your team 24. Give credit where credit is due 30. Give feedback in a timely manner and make it individualized and specific 37. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 40

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 2, 2020

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. Performance evaluation should give staff the opportunity to set a goal to make change and to help track how they are doing on delivering what it is they promised.

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Professional Develop California Skills 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 24, 2018

And, if you are still seeking resolutions for this year, perhaps write down (and start working on) five to ten from the following list of ideal resolutions for leaders: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all (..)

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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? Do they give me the kick in the butt I need? And how do you figure out which one is right for you? Here are some great questions to ask yourself before hiring a fundraising coach. A coach is a great idea.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

Hewlett is also a big believer in the power and value of having a sponsor , and explains that sponsors are not mentors. Sponsors are powerful leaders who see potential in you and, provided you give them 110 percent, will go out on a limb to make things happen for you.

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Mentoring Sponsor Teach Award 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 6, 2018

Teach something new to your team 24. Give credit where credit is due 30. Give feedback in a timely manner and make it individualized and specific 37. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2014

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Bloomerang

JUNE 18, 2021

Who were your heroes and mentors growing up? . What do you want to teach your children and grandchildren? . One human services charity I know was approached by a donor wanting to give their city residence so the nonprofit could use it as a shelter for children with disabilities. What can you tell me about your family?

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Donor Children Gift Charity 87

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 18, 2014

Hewlett is also a big believer in the power and value of having a sponsor , and explains that sponsors are not mentors. Sponsors are powerful leaders who see potential in you and, provided you give them 110 percent, will go out on a limb to make things happen for you.

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Mentoring Sponsor Leadership Teach 47

Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

History of volunteerism Today, volunteering is recognized as a highly effective form of giving, but how did it all begin? are fundraising or selling items to raise money (36%), preparing or distributing food (34%), collecting and distributing goods or clothing (26.5%), and mentoring youths (26%).

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2016

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 27, 2013

Teach something new to your team 24. Give credit where credit is due 30. Give feedback in a timely manner and make it individualized and specific 37. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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