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Interview with Bryan Stevenson: On Juneteenth and Justice

Saleforce Nonprofit

In this interview, Stevenson shares his thoughts on how we seek to reconcile as a nation, how he personally handled prejudice and racism, his path to his true calling, and how he finds the strength everyday to keep on fighting. So while it was an extraordinary moment, there is so much about our history that we’ve got to change.

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Stay the Course Through Changing Weather—Strategic Advice From Association CEOs 

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As the home of organizations that draw on decades of history, it’s not surprising that we love the security of time-honored strategies. During 2018 and 2019, my business partner, Kevin Ordonez and I, interviewed approximately 50 association executives. Does your governance structure help or hinder your progress towards goals?

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Interview with Carolyn Appleton: How to Launch Your Grant Writing Career

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CA: As an “accidental” fundraiser originally focused on securing an advanced degree in art history, I can say without hesitation that you do not. Each funder–individual, foundation, corporation, or government agency–has unique needs and interests. News & World Report’s Best Nonprofit Management Programs blog.

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Afraid of the Office? Top 3 Keys To Make Your Association a Kick-ass Place to Work According to History

Association TV

But first, a brief history of “the office” as a concept. By the late 17th Century, lawyers, doctors and government employees were toiling in offices built all across Europe. If your product kicks ass, you have a great chance of attracting people who want to kick ass.

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Highlights from the Salesforce.org Nonprofit Summit

Saleforce Nonprofit

Finally, acclaimed journalist and producer Soledad O’Brien interviewed José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, who spoke about the power of a good meal to reignite, maintain, and grow a community. . The two discussed innovative solutions to the challenges facing nonprofits. Customer Spotlights.

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How Companies Succeed By Engaging Radically With Society

Eric Jacobsen Blog

"Organizations will pay significant consequences if they don't work openly, honestly and proactively with government and society. John Browne Question: What does history tell us about the mistakes that companies make? Tommy Stadlen : History tells us that long-term success is only possible when companies connect with society.

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Great reads from around the web on November 25th

Amy Sample Ward

rst draft of a longer effort dedicated to the study and advancement of developments in social media in the public interest that enable people to write history by acting online. It features concept de?nitions nitions and examples for ten trends that we believe are shaping the use of social media in the public interest.

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