.orgSource

JANUARY 8, 2024

If you’ve participated in a website redesign or AMS conversion, you know it is not always an easy process for either the experts or the novices, especially when teams are unaccustomed to working across disciplines. EI skills can help IT professionals take their communications and leadership ability to new levels of effectiveness.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Build the Human Skills AI and EI might seem to be an odd couple for any number of reasons. As a consultant, I’ve worked with associations of every description, and I’ve learned that the organizations that are most successful with digital transformation are also groups that value the human skills.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 14, 2014

For very small nonprofits, this may not be true, but for medium and large nonprofits—or small nonprofits with a desire to grow their brand recognition and donors base—it’s becoming widely understood that new media managers have a unique and valuable skill set. Good Writing Skills. First and foremost, it’s a writing position.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Positioning for Success in an Era of Disruption , she explained her commitment to skill-building like this. “My My personal goal is to make opportunities for the future leaders at AIIM. To change that, we came up with a structure that allows for on-demand project work in blended, cross-functional teams. The success is shared.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 14, 2024

If I asked you to describe the work styles of the colleagues on your team, could you tell me how each one prefers to solve problems? Of course, it’s important to consider skills. We were working on a system selection and installation with a recently promoted IT manager. Here’s an illustration of this idea from my experience.

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Twenty Hats

DECEMBER 15, 2020

While we’re waiting for the pandemic to end, you may see parallels to your own program goals. The volunteers worked hard as advocates to achieve the goal of a better life for the children on their cases. The volunteers worked hard as advocates to achieve the goal of a better life for the children on their cases.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 13, 2022

Changes in the workplace have forced today’s managers to apply new methods and skills to be effective on their teams and up their impact. Introducing our new Skills UP: free training webinar series for nonprofit managers (and aspiring social good managers everywhere)! January 26 at 1 p.m. February 3 at 11 a.m. March 9 at 1 p.m.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 2, 2024

Some employees have invented tortuous workarounds to keep using their new toys to continue working in the same old way. Support Adaptation Emotional intelligence offers a path to support teams and helps them acquire the skills to become digitally proficient. Motivation— supports developing strategy, setting goals, and staying focused.

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sgEngage

MAY 25, 2023

In a sector that is so risk-averse—afraid of change, reluctant to explore new ideas, and adopt new practices—why do we rely on super risky problem-solving skills? Most funders themselves use status quo problem-solving skills, so they expect you to do the same. Nonprofits show and share what worked, usually with tidy stories and charts.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

In part two of this series on the skills you need to be a great nonprofit storyteller, I talk about how to engage your audience emotionally through creative storytelling. In the first part of this series, I talked about why you need to define your goals, your brand and voice, and your audience before crafting your story.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 24, 2021

The key to building a digital strategy that works is DATA. When you align your organization’s goals with the right social media strategies, you’ll start to see instant results! In this session, I’ll guide you through a DIY Social Media Audit to leverage your online data to attract new donors or accomplish any goal!

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.orgSource

APRIL 22, 2024

To make a point about technology and its impact on the future of work, Hugh Lee, Co-Founder of Fusion Productions, told me this story: “Several years ago, we invited some young presenters who were developing cutting edge farming technology to digitalNow. Their resumes will list skills we barely register today.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 11, 2024

Read other RFPs to understand what works. To ensure there is budget transparency, you should: Identify financial boundaries internally and externally that align with your expectations and goals During the research process, ask how much similar projects at comparable organizations cost. Ready to find the perfect match for your project?

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Integrated planning gives departments, like membership and marketing, a format for collaboration on agendas and goals. Integrated goals, objectives, and tactics keep everyone on point. It’s an ongoing process that should keep membership and marketing teams working together routinely. To inspire performance, set common goals.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 6, 2021

If you are wondering what skills to focus on in your resume in the nonprofit sector, we’ve got you covered! In the next part of our article, we are going to focus on the top skills required to succeed. Nonprofit Job Resume: Top 6 Skills to Have. To do this, you will have to focus on skills. Let’s dive in! Source: freepik.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 3, 2021

Timely, critical, instructional and enlightening are how I describe the book, Work Disrupted , by Jeff Schwartz. “I I wrote this book to share my view that the future of work, a source of fear for so many, is actually about the opportunities, the resilience, and the growth that we can leverage to do things differently,” explains Schwartz.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 24, 2021

Timely, critical, instructional and enlightening are how I describe the book, Work Disrupted , by Jeff Schwartz. “I I wrote this book to share my view that the future of work, a source of fear for so many, is actually about the opportunities, the resilience, and the growth that we can leverage to do things differently,” explains Schwartz.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 15, 2022

Skilled talent and leadership are pivotal to growth, sustainability and success. However, if boards and upper management do not prioritize human capitol recruitment and retention with proper funding, then the result is often high turnover rates and lack of skilled leaders. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Compensation. Recruiting strategy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Timely, critical, instructional and enlightening are how I describe the new book, Work Disrupted , by Jeff Schwartz. “I I wrote this book to share my view that the future of work, a source of fear for so many, is actually about the opportunities, the resilience, and the growth that we can leverage to do things differently,” explains Schwartz.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 21, 2023

Our goal was to help association professionals navigate a new technological era or Industry 4.0. leadership is how we christened the skill set we identified for success in digital markets. Look to the human skills to increase your stability and value. Innovators and strategists complement each other’s skills.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 17, 2023

“And, only those managers can craft the types of tailored—as opposed to one-size-fits-all—working arrangements that will aid in both recruitment and retention.” Clarify each team member’s goals with a deep understanding of how their unique skills and strengths can contribute to the company’s long-term goals.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Mad Skills – The Skill-Centric Approach. In a skill-centric program, Organizations can identify traits and aspects of successful members of their current competencies and roles, and address the precise capabilities that need to be established to excel within those positions. What do we mean when we say skill?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Volunteers can have an enormous impact on reaching your goals. The team at Giveffect , comprised of former nonprofit professionals and technologists with experience working closely with nonprofits to build the best all-in-one nonprofit software solution, compiled the top three tips to increase volunteer engagement.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

“In the next ten to fifteen years, rapid change in a post-pandemic world and emerging technology will revolutionize nearly every job, eliminate some, and create new forms of work that we have yet to imagine,” says Deanna Mulligan , author of the new book, Hire Purpose: How Smart Companies Can Close The Skills Gap.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 12, 2020

That most important skill is the skill of asking for help , according to new research that author Dr. Wayne Baker highlights in his book, All You Have To Do Is Ask. It requires three steps : Determining your goals and needs. But, over time, they will be bolder when they see the tools working and the results they create.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 18, 2023

Topics include: An Introduction to Google Search Ads and how they can help your nonprofit An introduction to the Google Ad Grant and how to sign up An exploration of Google Search Ads and how they work How to create your first Google Ads campaign << Register Now >> Please Note: This webinar will be recorded.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

“Very few of us ever learned how to be present with another person, to ignore internal and external noise and distractions, and to connect and converse with others in useful or collaborative ways,” affirm the authors of the new book, Bridge The Gap: Breakthrough Communication Tools To Transform Work Relationships From Challenging To Collaborative.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

“In the next ten to fifteen years, rapid change in a post-pandemic world and emerging technology will revolutionize nearly every job, eliminate some, and create new forms of work that we have yet to imagine,” says Deanna Mulligan , author of the book, Hire Purpose: How Smart Companies Can Close The Skills Gap.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

In contrast, a fixed mindset is grounded in the belief that talents and skills are fixed traits. In the context of this column, growth is not about structured acquisition of new knowledge or skills but focused on learning to apply knowledge in unexpected ways and stretching boundaries of comfort. What Is Growth?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 29, 2023

Some nonprofits have big bold plans that they work toward and they are relentless in pursuing them. The work we do in the nonprofit world matters. Maybe we should rebel against work habits that no longer serve us. Program goals must be set before fundraising can begin. We make a difference.

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sgEngage

MAY 14, 2024

You worked your way up through the normal accounting roles. You want to use your accounting skills for an organization that makes a difference. The Goal of Your Finances The goal of a for-profit organization is to drive revenue for the business. You can run a profit and loss statement in your sleep. Congratulations!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

And making too many personal sacrifices, wanting to leave your job, and having a bad or cynical attitude about your work. Workers with specific EI skills know how to successfully cope with stressful work environments and experiences. The five EI skills are: Build self-awareness to identify what makes you vulnerable to burnout.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 7, 2018

CSR trends point to the rise of skills-based volunteerism. The 2017 CECP Giving in Numbers reports that more than 50% of companies have developed skills-based volunteer programs to support community and business goals. Skills-based volunteerism is a powerful resource because its value is far greater than the sum of its parts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

You’ll need to understand both elements and how they work together, for a successful end product. Additionally, you might face the prospect of rallying stakeholders and staff towards a common vision, goal, and outcome. Confidence to initiate engagement with your staff and stakeholders and define roles and goals.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 5, 2016

One that I was not familiar with it is called CLEAR goals are defined as: Collaborative – achieved in partnership with others. Emotional – harness the energy and passion of the team working to achieve them. Appreciable – smaller goals contribute to a bigger objective. Limited – possess a defined scope and duration.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2013

" A goal without a plan is just a wish ," is something Antoine de Saint-Exupéry said a long time ago. But, goals and plans were top of mind this past weekend. When the year started, I set a goal of running in 30 5K races during 2013. A few months ago, my sister-in-law set a goal to run her first-ever 10K race.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 30, 2024

Remote work was the pandemic’s big gift to employees. walk, remote work came with some not-so-fun trade-offs. walk, remote work came with some not-so-fun trade-offs. And our virtual communication skills were not up to the task of addressing those negative emotions. These five competencies are the core of the EI skill set.

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