Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

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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Candid

MARCH 11, 2024

The answer was not about how qualified BIPOC survey respondents were compared with white respondents; it was about structural barriers and lack of supports for BIPOC staff to advance to the top jobs. In other words, they should be pulled toward leadership roles by positive, affirming experiences. appeared first on Candid Blog.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 16, 2021

Find a mentor. You’ll hear this advice over and over again from successful people with diverse backgrounds, from the likes of Oprah Winfrey to Steve Jobs. Similarly, Cendana’s advice to those interested in pursuing executive leadership roles is to find an executive director who is willing to mentor you.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 13, 2022

Soon Gen Z and Millennials will dominate most of the job force, impacting the future of work as we know it. Springtide Research Institute discovered only 38% of Gen Z respondents have mentors, though 82% believe mentorship opportunities are vital to their professional and personal success.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 1, 2023

In other words, demonstrate how to perform a job function and then allow volunteers to try to replicate. Match New Volunteers with Experienced Ones One of the best ways to make new volunteers feel welcome, comfortable and valued is by providing them with an experienced volunteer as a mentor.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Describing the new book, In Her Own Voice , by Jennifer McCollum , Anne Chow (former CEO of AT&T Business) says that “for women, the book does a beautiful job of explaining not just what to do to advance in your career, but also what to expect. Consider self-promotion part of your job.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 7, 2013

When I think about excellent mentors in the business world, I think of Debbie Laskey , who has mentored many people during her career. Debbie is passionate about mentoring. So, she''s an ideal person to answer the following five questions about mentoring: 1. Why do you enjoy being a mentor? Three months?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2012

When I think about excellent mentors in the business world, I think of Debbie Laskey , who has mentored many people during her career. Debbie is passionate about mentoring. So, she's an ideal person to answer the following five questions about mentoring: 1. Why do you enjoy being a mentor? Three months? Six months?

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Bloomerang

JULY 22, 2021

The syndrome affects people in these commonly understood ways: Despite doing their job excellently, individuals dwell on the idea of being undeserving of the success others have enjoyed when doing the same work. . You have to accept and believe the job is yours. Leading where needed, listening and mentoring where you can. .

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 2, 2022

You can also elevate membership roles in your virtual community, allowing members to lead in moderator and ambassador positions. Your organization can drive a deeper connection with your members when you offer a career advancement program , a job board, mentoring opportunities, and training options.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 24, 2020

Individual executive advisors are a hybrid between executive coaches and peer mentors. Peer mentors are executives who currently have or have had in their past functional roles similar to your current role. Peer mentors often focus on the “ hard skills ” aspects of the job.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 7, 2022

People volunteer for a variety of reasons , it is crucial that your organization considers these motivations when placing a volunteer into a role. If you dig deeper, however, you’ll learn that Susan is volunteering to get away from the stress of her day job, and that she really wants to become part of the volunteer training team.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

Diverse candidates are not applying for fundraising positions through the traditional channels, and the hiring officers don’t know where to post their job listings in order to attract them. . Be just as intentional in acknowledging the contributions of every job area to the overall fundraising effort. Yes, the issues are complex.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Treat volunteers and the roles asked of them with respect and importance. Assigning volunteers to work in groups is a great way to deepen relationships, and provide mentoring and mission-focused collaboration. Job titles, job descriptions and training. Be organized. Team building. Communication.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 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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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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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Clarify roles and responsibilities. A fundraiser’s job is to raise money for the organization. Development officers should be very clear and unapologetic about that role, especially when establishing relationships with donors. Be mindful of job hoppers. Senior officers can help mentor new staff.

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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. So, what did these resilient role models have in common? They are highly effective mentors and coaches. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands.

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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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Bloomerang

JULY 16, 2021

It was estimated that about one million people lost their jobs. Your network sees plenty of job opportunities. You wake up and you have to search for a new job. Then you can look for alignment in a job. You’ve started applying for jobs and have lined up a few interviews. The pandemic hit the nonprofit sector hard.

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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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Nimble AMS

JULY 19, 2022

Is your association staff satisfied in their current roles? You’ll learn if they are satisfied in their current role and what steps your organization can take to improve the situation. How likely will you look for another job outside the organization in the next 6-12 months? . Do they feel overworked or stressed?

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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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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 17, 2021

Slack automatically organizes students into smaller course-group channels with industry mentors to help ensure their success. As courses progress, Slack is used as the central channel for all course communications, including peer collaboration, speaker announcements, industry news, and mentor feedback.

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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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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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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

eCardWidget’s guide to employee engagement defines this concept as: “The level of commitment and investment employees feel toward their employers, workplaces, and jobs.” Each role has specific responsibilities, and training helps set a foundation for each worker’s confidence. Employee Engagement FAQs What is employee engagement?

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Qgiv

MARCH 8, 2022

In addition to devoting ourselves to the professional development of female leaders, we want to take a moment to appreciate the women whose work plays an integral role in Qgiv’s day-to-day operations. Sandra: If you’re good at your job, there’s always a path to leadership within the organization. Conclusion.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 24, 2021

From donor communications and community collaboratives to leading your team , there are few areas where confidence doesn’t play a major role in your success and your comfort. When done consistently, these will convey your comfort and expertise in your role: Know the data. Whatever you do, your job involves some sort of data.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 27, 2021

Even the IRS plays a role in determining what nonprofits can pay their executives. Studies show that people are willing to work for less pay if they feel their work makes a difference, if they believe in the organization, or if the job allows them time for non-work pursuits. Focus on people-first. Change the metrics of success.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Volunteers provide nonprofits with the on-the-ground support they need to further their missions, whether that means helping to build homes, providing meals for food-insecure families, mentoring local youths, or cleaning up trash at local parks. Define your volunteer roles. Define your volunteer roles. Craft a mission statement.

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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. In 2017 I faced an unexpected health situation—I lost my business, my savings, and my life plan.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 10, 2022

It can even increase overall job satisfaction for staff members because they are playing an active part in the change instead of feeling like the change is simply happening to them. With technology changes especially, people may start to worry that the new technology will threaten their jobs. Easy to communicate. Offer time off.

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Here’s what I think we need: Allies from workforce development , job readiness , and college readiness programs. An organization that is able to place, mentor, and coach candidates in entry level data services positions at local nonprofit organizations. Examples include Bunker Hill Community College and Tech Foundry.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 22, 2022

Respondents of color report greater workplace challenges than white respondents, including: Lack of role models. Increasing mentoring initiatives for BIPOC staff. Recruiting staff from BIPOC peer networks and job boards, and historically black colleges and universities. Disparities in access to mentorship programs.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

CA: During both my undergraduate and graduate degrees, I held a variety of part-time jobs to help defray my college expenses. These were modest jobs, many in campus offices working with university administrators and faculty members. All along this early adventure, I learned on the job. My mind was a sponge.

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