EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. Use storytelling and real-life examples to demonstrate the importance of their support.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

As we make the transition into 2024, I have been reflecting a lot on the last year as well as my dreams for the year ahead. Shared purpose and transparency We can further draw the connection between our shared vision, values, and purpose and our broader ESG efforts and leadership transparency.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

Since 1987, Echoing Green has identified visionary leaders with bold ideas for transforming the world and invested in their ideas and leadership. Black communities are teeming with innovative and world-changing leadership and vision. Black voices, Black spaces. Listen and respond to Black leaders.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 4, 2015

In his book, Paul demonstrates how storytelling is a powerful business tool that can mean the difference between mediocre results and phenomenal success. Since the book was published about three years ago, my admiration for Paul's passion for storytelling and helping to teach people how to effectively tell stories has only but grown.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

We are here to talk about philanthropic leadership. That’s awesome, really involved in their nonprofit leadership program, which is really cool. They are natural storytellers and advocates for your organization. So 82% of chief executives say that racial diversity is important to their external leadership.

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Qgiv

MARCH 1, 2023

From scientists to politicians, activists to storytellers, women have always played a major role in shaping society into what it is today. The theme was chosen in “recognition of women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling including print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs, podcasts, and more.

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Forum One

JANUARY 4, 2022

As we wrap up our reflection on 2021 and are ready to kick start 2022, we are immensely proud of the strategies, designs, and tools we’ve developed to help our mission-driven clients have an impact in the areas they care about most.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 28, 2023

Additionally, they may have reached a point in their lives where they are reflecting on their legacy and the impact they want to leave behind. Older donors often appreciate storytelling and nostalgia. Consider the donor’s life events, such as milestone birthdays, retirement, or personal reflections on their legacy.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 29, 2020

Reflect on your past failures and learnings. Credible, Recognizable Leadership. Without strong leadership, it’s hard to build community support or create change. Include visual storytelling, especially in videos. Review your goals and existing organizational strategy. Understand the target audience of your organization.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 31, 2022

Seasonal Reasons – Shorter days, colder weather, and the year coming to a close present a seasonal cue for less activity, a time for reflection, and positive changes we want to see in our futures. And now, a deeper look at what worked: Content and Storytelling for Year-End Fundraising Gains with Hope Services.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

These could include backstage passes or tours, VIP seating, valet parking, exclusive swag, meet-and-greet opportunities with your organization’s leadership, or special guests. Offer customized swag: Create personalized swag bags or merchandise that reflect the values and interests of different age groups.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2006

The Storyteller and the Listener Online , edited by Holly Stevens of Oak Ridge, North Carolina, publishes two guest essays each month which explore, "the role of story and narrative in peacemaking, healing, bridge building and reconciliation processes in communities around the world." Bloggers are storytellers.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Instagram Instagram , another Metaverse social media platform, is primarily focused on visual content and thrives on striking imagery, video, and storytelling content. LinkedIn LinkedIn is a professional networking site, and its audience is typically more career-driven and looking for thought leadership and industry insights.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 31, 2017

This post shares a useful exercise for your digital team to reflect on what not to do for your digital strategy! So, at one point in the course of the workshop, we did the following storytelling exercise with them to start figuring out the right things to be doing and set the program strategy – to delineate its healthy boundaries. (We

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Also, check out the #14LCS experience on Twitter and Instagram , along with the hashtags for each track: Impact Leadership ( #14LCSImpact ), Digital Strategy ( #14LCSDigital ), and Future of Technology ( #14LCSFuture ). Also, check out the #14LCS community discussion forum.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance / Orlando, FL/ $625. USD School of Leadership and Education Sciences / San Diego, CA / TBD. Conference on Diverse Philanthropy and Leadership. Conference on Diverse Philanthropy and Leadership. Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar 2019. Name (A-Z). State (A-Z). Jan 24 - 25. Associations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 4, 2015

I also was honored to facilitate a reflection exercise as part of the closing plenary session with data for good rock stars Bob Filbin, Jeffrey Blandt, and Jake Porway. Here’s a round up closing plenary and a brief reflection about the plenary session and some great learning moments below. Closing Keynote Plenary Session.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 22, 2011

Millennials have the potential to bring a lot of value in leadership to nonprofits from within. Applying Strategic Storytelling and Fundraising by Geoff Livingston. They get emerging media and are ready to teach. Be sure to read these blog posts about other topics covered at the Millennial Donor Summit.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 14, 2015

Typically, these strategies fell into one of these categories: Fundraising, Nonprofit Management, Social Media, Marketing, Technology, Big Data, Storytelling, Professional Development, and Nonprofit News. 6: The Storytelling Nonprofit. Vanessa Chase is a storytelling master. 10: Techsoup . 5: Hands on Fundraising.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 7, 2015

Yesterday, I had the honor of being a guest facilitator at a transformative leadership retreat with colleagues Heather McLeod Grant, Chris Block, Lance Fors, and David Havens. If you don’t know Chris Block, he is a gifted storyteller. Yesterday, the first day of the training focused on I to We.

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Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

This is our reflective moment, Devyn. Danielle Coates-Connor: And you, Devyn, have been creating a visionary library of images with all of the branding work that you’ve done at Edge Leadership, with all of the illustration work that you’ve done for Nonprofit Quarterly and for The Voice Lab. Of course, right?

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance / Kansan City, KA/ $625. USD School of Leadership and Education Sciences / San Diego, CA / $250. Learn strategies, tools and techniques to enhance your individual leadership style and talents. Conference on Diverse Philanthropy and Leadership. Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar 2018.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Genuine: It reflects their character, behavior, values, and vision. He shares photos and reflections from business trips. Take for example this shot of fireworks and the accompanying reflection. On Instagram, a photo is worth 1,000 words. Instagram is about storytelling. Here’s what I discovered: Genuine.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Information Sharing and Storytelling. Try these suggestions to connect with your HR colleagues: Provide recruitment messages with impact data and storytelling. New leadership, or shifting business strategy. Analyze all the previous year’s performance data, developing goals that truly reflect what is possible.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 19, 2017

Educating the Board of Directors and Reviewing Internal Policies (internal): By reviewing internal policies to make sure they are up-to-date with societal trends, the organization can be sure they accurately reflect their work in the current landscape of social issues.

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Care2

MARCH 17, 2011

Every year NTC brings together nonprofit professionals from around the world to collaborate, innovate, and discuss nonprofit technology, strategy, leadership, and communications. Up Close and Personal: How Storytelling Builds Movements. But does your nonprofit reflect the communities it serves? Panelist: Katya Andresen.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 9, 2021

Storytelling is one of the most powerful ways to communicate. In his book, he shares his convictions on the fundamental tenets of: character commitment service leadership civility Each chapter tells the story of one of these tenets through compelling anecdotes of various characters in Courtney's life and career. A real "gut check."

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 13, 2017

In October 2017, she published her first book, “Permission To Screw Up,” in which she tells the stories of her biggest mistakes in leadership. She has created a company that is reflective of her diverse professional and personal experiences and her desire to make philanthropy accessible to everyone. Julie Hirshey. And counting.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 24, 2016

I’ve just returned from week-long leadership development program in Israel called “ Reality Storytellers ” hosted by the Schusterman Foundation. How do our unique brands of leadership, our values and our perceptions of injustice contribute to our visions for a better future?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2006

These programs involved cultural, educational and training efforts that used interactive theater and storytelling. I have developed and teach a variety of graduate courses on leadership and team leadership. I designed the course to reflect lessons learned from my doctoral research. As an online learner?

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Everyaction

OCTOBER 5, 2016

From communications to fundraising to technology to leadership skills, the conference offers something for everyone. BoardSource Leadership Forum. BoardSource Leadership Forum. The BoardSource Leadership Forum (BLF) is a global conference focused on nonprofit leadership at the highest level – the board of directors.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 11, 2014

Storytelling is one of the most powerful ways to communicate. In his book (May 13 release date), he shares is convictions on the fundamental tenets of: character commitment service leadership civility Each chapter tells the story of one of these tenets through compelling anecdotes of various characters in Courtney''s life and career.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 18, 2023

Leadership team building. It’s also important to have diverse perspectives and backgrounds represented on the board to ensure that the nonprofit’s work is reflective of the community it serves. Research how social media and effective storytelling is used the world over to create engagement and drive donations. .

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DipJar

APRIL 19, 2021

To build your brand, education on your discipline (theater), your mission (bringing theater to schools), your history (launched X years ago when theater classes were being cut from your city’s school budgets), and storytelling (giving your staff and volunteers the language to discuss your work), are all important marketing objectives to consider.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Storytelling Night There are two ways to put on a storytelling night. You can either host constituents who share stories related to your cause and your nonprofit’s work, or you can provide a stage for local storytellers to share narratives, myths, or personal tales. These events can be a great fit for kids and families.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2009

This provides a great opportunity for those who focused on leadership, organizing, and philanthropic training. Check out this post by Toby over at Think Social about storytelling using charity:water as an example.) Toby Daniels, from Think Social , who was called in at the last minute, did a fantastic talk.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 20, 2021

And if the photos are meant to portray strength, power, leadership, or heroism, the main subject is usually male. WomenPhotograph – “Working to elevate the voices of women + non-binary visual storytellers.” This archetype serves as our “default,” as if it is what we are meant to strive for.

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