Qgiv

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Practice Mindfulness. Mindfulness is simply being fully present and engaged in the moment. According to the guided meditation app, Headspace , “Mindfulness allows us to connect with ourselves, so we can recognize our thoughts and feelings head-on in order to address them.”. Check it out below. Schedule Time to Prioritize YOU.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 18, 2012

"I make my living telling other people's stories, and understand that it is only through story that you build connection. You have to tell the story, so that people feel something.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 1, 2018

2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. A great story builds credibility and properly positions you in the eye of the buyer."

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 31, 2022

We tell stories. Stories are the most effective form of communication available because they immediately engage the reader on an emotional level and in a way that is interesting to them. Our neural activity increases 5X when listening to a story. 6 steps to telling your nonprofit’s stories. Act one – Set Up.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2023

That’s why we recommend contextualizing your impact numbers with a powerful story. By sharing compelling stories that highlight the real-life transformations resulting from their work, your grantees can demonstrate the impact they have on their communities. That rings true when it comes to telling stories.

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Bloomerang

JULY 16, 2021

You’ve started applying for jobs and have lined up a few interviews. How do you prepare for interviews? Tell your story of being laid off in a respectful and sensitive way. . 2) Research everyone who will be interviewing you, whether it’s one-on-one or a panel. Keep in mind you’re not just negotiating salary.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Focus on the experience you want to offer, and list the ways you can bring that experience to life for attendees. Allow learners to change their minds and move from one track to another, even mid-way through a session. Hear real-life stories and lessons learned from the frontlines of virtual events. Save your seat.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Stories are powerful. It’s incredibly important for nonprofits to tell stories about their organization and the people they serve. Telling a good story can also give your donors confidence that your nonprofit is making an impact and that their donations are used effectively. What is Nonprofit Storytelling?

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2016

That's because these aren't just children's nursery rhymes; they're sticky stories, or stories that stick with you for decades. When we were children, we all knew how important stories were. And I don't mean rhymes, but really high-impact, emotional stories, true stories. Understand Your Goal.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

The Art of Celebration: Showcasing AAPI Cultural Richness Incorporating cultural performances and art displays is a great way to bring the essence of AAPI heritage to life at your event. Others may prefer moderated discussions or interviews. Share stories that inspire giving. Their fame attracts interest.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

Because, Thursday, September 8 brings the official release of Paul Smith 's new book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. It causes buyers to put down their defenses.

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Candid

DECEMBER 23, 2021

There was never any doubt in our minds that diversity was a top priority for the Ford, however difficult, and that never left us for the rest of our lives. He would gather us in the auditorium at 320 East 43rd Street after each board meeting and always have an inspiring story that reminded us of why we were all there.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

I attended the first conference in May, 2010 was filled with gratitude to Soren for the amazing experience and opportunity to reflect life and balance in age of social networks. In our panel discussion, Laura was asked about being mindful in our philanthropy and giving. I call it slow social media.

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NTEN

APRIL 30, 2015

Learn about Dan in the following interview! Long story short… I spent the first part of my adult life with a profound fear of flying. That one flight was my lucky escape from fear and toward a new life. But once that wall broke down, it became part of my life. Describe yourself in three words. Because I fly now.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

In episode 121 of the sgENGAGE Podcast, How Save the Children is Evolving to Meet New Demands Catherine LaCour, CMO of Blackbaud interviews Janti Soeripto, COO & president of Save the Children U.S., The trick is to figure out a way to bring the individual stories to life and connect them to the impact made on a larger scale.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

In an interview for a previous ED position, I was asked to provide an example of how I demonstrated “extreme frugality.” This was back in the days of coupon-clipping, and while I momentarily pondered that as a response, I knew it was not “extreme ” enough for the interviewing board members. This is not an uncommon story.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

I burned out by year six with the leadership role, and after a series of life-threatening medical scares, I had to make major lifestyle shift. The following year, I joined the ZSR’s foundation selection committee and along the way read more than 300 nonprofit leaders’ stories and interviewed more than 40 applicants.

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Have Fun - Do Good

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

Over the last year, the work of Traveling Postcards keeps crossing my path, so I asked its founder, Caroline Lovell, to share with us: How Traveling Postcards works The path that brought her to this work Her favorite Traveling Postcards success story How we can get involved with Traveling Postcards I've posted her answers below.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 15, 2016

During the one-hour free webinar hosted by Wild Apricot , we share some ideas, got feedback, and identified additional people and organizations to interview for the book. Embrace Mindfulness. Mary Cahalane: Your Work or a Life. Embrace Mindfulness: Beth Kanter A Simple Way for Nonprofits To Embrace Mindfulness at Work.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 8, 2022

While the image of a volunteer holding a clipboard may spring to mind, we all know that it’s an inefficient method for collecting and processing data. Through the discovery process, we discussed how some staff members had to go to remote villages that were a month’s walk through the mountains to conduct interviews.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

Gather new data directly from your target audience This can be collected through methods such as surveys, interviews, and focus groups. Give each persona a name and story Assign each donor persona a name and create a brief narrative that describes their background, motivations, and relationship with your organization.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Virtual volunteer spotlights: Create short video interviews featuring your dedicated volunteers, showcasing their passion for your nonprofit’s cause and the impact of their work. Donor spotlights: You can also share the stories, motivations, and impact of your donors and supporters.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Networking is more common the higher up the social stratification you go (with clubs and industry breakfasts and lunches being commonplace) where like-minded individuals become used to making important connections. Our perspectives can be subconsciously influenced greatly by our social economic start in life.

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Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

“Map out the story you need to tell. Data storytelling is about bringing your data to life in three simple steps: Explore: find patterns and insights Monitor: check performance (leading indicators and key performance indicators) Explain: go beyond the what and dig further into the why. Be intimate with your data.

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CauseVox

JULY 14, 2022

With all that in mind, what’s the benefit of a capital campaign? You’ll want to put together a list of questions to help you determine if your community is on board, and then interview all the stakeholders. We have six major things to keep in mind when you’re running your capital campaign. You may also hire a consultant.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

Having 5-10 good questions in mind can help you make sure you get the answers you’re looking for from the meeting. Try to make the conversation a conversation, not an interview. What are you most proud of in your life?”. This is a great question to ask major donors because it gives your donor the opportunity to tell you a story.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Greg’s passion is evident throughout the interview as he explains the concept of engagement fundraising and why it is so crucial. It aligns offers that provide value to that particular donor based on their life story, interests and desires. Here are a few key takeaways from the episode: What is Engagement Fundraising?

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Museum 2.0

JANUARY 30, 2013

Earlier this year, I was fascinated to read the account of a participatory project at the Morrison County Historical Society in Minnesota, in which community members were invited to write essays about “what’s it like” to have various life experiences in the County. Really, it was about which stories we had good objects for.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 29, 2010

Temra Costa's book, Farmer Jane: Women Changing the Way We Eat features the stories of over 30 women and how they are changing our food system for the better as farmers, educators, mothers, chefs, businesswomen, and policy wonks. It really begged to be written, all these great stories, and there are hundreds more all over the country.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 25, 2009

Kimberly has authored two books: Hip Tranquil Chick: A Guide to Life On and Off the Yoga Mat , and Tranquilista: Mastering the Art of Enlightened Work and Mindful Play. Below is an edited transcript of my November 3rd interview with Kimberly for the Big Vision Podcast. Do you have any favorite Tranquil Teens success stories?

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

In an interview for a previous ED position, I was asked to provide an example of how I demonstrated “extreme frugality.” This was back in the days of coupon-clipping, and while I momentarily pondered that as a response, I knew it was not “extreme ” enough for the interviewing board members. This is not an uncommon story.

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Tech Soup

JULY 30, 2012

(As Frank Barry wrote in his post , choose a photo that keeps your brand in mind, but also shows off your culture, history, mission, and values.). Know your story, audience, and goals. How can you bring your story to life in a compelling and genuine way? Share candid, personal stories. Build an online personality.

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Non Profit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2021

So, we assembled a research team at Arizona State University and set off on an ambitious research project to survey and interview volunteer managers across the U.S. This is not new, but it was on the minds of our volunteer managers, and in a big way. The challenges of remote volunteering are front-of-mind for many volunteer managers.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Last month brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's new book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. It causes buyers to put down their defenses. It helps them relax.

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Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 22, 2008

Below is an edited transcript of an interview from October 11, 2008 with Cami Walker, the founder of the 29-Day Giving Challenge, which you can also listen to on the Big Vision Podcast. In the interview, Cami mentions that she is writing a book about the 29 Day Giving Challenge. The deadline to submit your story is November 29, 2008.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 23, 2014

That’s what’s been on my mind lately. I have disruptive approaches to social innovation in mind, with an increasingly connected society where the cost of prototyping and deploying new products is extremely low, and where innovation is no longer the sole purview of well-funded for-profit corporations. 10X: ten times the impact.

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Have Fun - Do Good

JULY 13, 2008

Ari Derfel Late last month I interviewed Ari Derfel, CEO and co-owner of Back to Earth, Inc. Below is an edited transcript of our interview for the Big Vision Podcast. A simple story: I was sitting having dinner with some friends, some very lovely friends, and we had been to the farmers market that day. Does that make sense?

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