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Risk management is something that needs to be a priority for nonprofit and for-profit businesses alike?especially What do we mean by “risk management”? The Alliance for Nonprofit Management defines risk management as, “[…] a discipline for dealing with the possibility that some future event will cause harm. Risk management can help to double-check that your organization is in the clear. Risk Management Tools – Capterra. MORE
The second edition of Managing the Millennials is an important read. Executing solutions to the most common obstacles to younger workers engaging and learning from the people who manage them. Because, in 2015, Millennials comprised 35 percent of the workforce--nearly 54 million workers. MORE
AMACOM's (of the American Management Association) sixth edition of the best-selling book, The First-Time Manager -- originally published in 1981 is a must-read for new managers and leaders in business. Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Management Manager MORE
When it comes to getting—and managing—grants, common pitfalls can be avoided with the proper tools and policies in place. With all the budgeting, tracking, and reporting that can go into the process, managing grants can seem like a full-time job. MORE
Time is perhaps one of the most valuable resources that we have, especially for nonprofits. How do you stay productive and make sure that every minute is contributing to the fulfillment of your organization''s mission? MORE
List of Volunteer Management Software : "For this page, volunteer management software is defined as software that actually has "volunteer" somewhere in its official description (it does NOT have to be called "volunteer management" software, however). Therefore, this page could not be considered a comprehensive list of software that can be used to manage volunteer information. " ''via Blog this MORE
Welcome to a new era of volunteerism, whether you like it or not. Let’s face it, with the constant advancements in cell phone, laptop and tablet technology, people are spending more and more time online than off. That’s not news to you, me or even the mailman. MORE
The root cause of bad data management for any organization – for-profit, nonprofit or government – can usually be found in the data management paradigm itself. We also have an online event management system. The data management plan. MORE
Risk management is something that needs to be a priority for nonprofit and for-profit businesses alike?especially What do we mean by “risk management”? The Alliance for Nonprofit Management defines risk management as, “[…] a discipline for dealing with the possibility that some future event will cause harm. Risk management can help to double-check that your organization is in the clear. Risk Management Tools – Capterra. MORE
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So while you're staying home and working out what's next for you and your nonprofit, here are some thoughts on how to manage the next several weeks thoughtfully, fairly, and with a mindset of stewardship and sensitivity to all involved. Here we are. MORE
Now it’s time to do what you promised and manage the grant effectively. The whole organization needs to do the work, manage the finances, and report back. Nonprofit Nonprofit Fundraising applying for grants fundraising strategy grant management Grants 101Congratulations! MORE
Find out how alumni management software can help your organization and check out our list of top 10 options to find one that fits your needs MORE
But, operating as a community organizer or manager is such a filling and critical role for programs, platforms and even campaigns to be successful that the idea of herding cats turns into searching youtube for cutest kitten videos. I wanted to share the short “defense&# of Community Managers that I wrote to get your feedback as well as to gather your ideas, examples and so on of why Community Managers are important to our work! In Defense of Community Managers. MORE
Yesterday, I had a lot of fun giving another webinar for Nonprofit Webinars, this time focused on DIY Social Media Management. Here’s an example: DIY Management Tools. DIY Social Media Management. MORE
By: Jett Winders , Program Manager, Charity Dynamics. In our first post on project management, we identified seven characteristics of a winning project team. Honest Expectations: Many project managers underestimate how much of their time is needed to help coordinate the project. MORE
By: Jett Winders , Program Manager, Charity Dynamics. As a nonprofit professional, you wear many hats, often including being a project manager for your organization’s technology projects. 7 Tips for Effective Team Management. MORE
Here are some great insights about leading versus managing from Bob Kulhan and his book, Getting To Yes And. He says, "Leading is not managing. Managing is not leading." Managing is taking care of logistical and practical details. MORE
From tracking donations and expenditures, the success or failure of fund-raising events, staff protocols and effectiveness, lists of donors large and small and so much more, the organization that shirks information management does so at their own peril. MORE
I love this Community Management Playbook from Yammer. However, community management as a profession is largely misunderstood and inadequately resourced. ” Community Management Playbook from Yammer. Interested in community management? MORE
Do you have advanced community management tips to share? Community Management Fundamentals from The Community Roundtable. …from the always awesome Community Roundtable. And by the way, this deck is three years old. Amazing that we’re still teaching the same stuff. :/. MORE
Unfortunately, it’s true … and the only way to combat the problem is examine what’s in your data management plan. Technologies and tools used to capture and manage data change, get upgraded, get replaced. The need for the Data Management Plan. MORE
Exploring the key differences between Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Training Management Systems (TMS) is important for business owners to fulfill training goals MORE
Now, easy to manage peoples with intelligence learning management platform of gyrus. For more information Contact us MORE
You need a social media management team to manage and monitor the social media campaigns. Tips on managing social media campaigns. After your company has successfully launched its social media marketing campaign, you need to allocate a budget for daily management of the campaign. MORE
You can use your Donor Management System to keep track of grants from donor-advised funds along with the recommending donor with these helpful features: Soft Credits for Charitable Sponsors . By Emily Rose Patz , Senior Copywriter at DonorPerfect. MORE
Those are real concerns, but with smart management, there is more opportunity than ever to engage skilled technology volunteers—individuals want to do meaningful work and companies are learning that they truly can do well by doing good. Quick Tips for Successful IT Volunteer Management. MORE
As a former grant manager who works on a daily basis with grant-makers, the complex, creative, diverse world of fundraising has been incredible to me. Both fundraisers and grants managers are at the center of it all, often managing many different stakeholders throughout the grantmaking cycle. MORE
Successful implementation of a skills management within your Learning Management System (LMS) helps organizations MORE
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This monumental shift of responsibility onto grant recipients could be one of the most pivotal changes in grant management in decades. Let’s take a look at what is arguably one of the most pivotal shifts in grant management in decades. What Changed: Focus on Performance Management. MORE
All this makes their contribution invaluable, but just like with employees, they need to be managed professionally. So let’s take it step by step and look at why and how to manage your volunteer program professionally: 1. Volunteers are every nonprofit’s dream. MORE
Are you an association/nonprofit community manager (or association exec with community management newly thrust upon you?). share your own experiences and get help from colleagues on your own thorny community management issues. How do you report activity to upper management? MORE
Every nonprofit needs a data management plan, especially for their donor data. The plan needs to address a variety of topics, such as data hygiene and enrichment , data usage in various communications activities , input/output management, and more. MORE
Nonprofit Management Operations crisis communications crisis management No one likes a crisis. Especially nonprofit leaders like you. MORE
Nights this month, unplug from your mobile phone and both enjoy and learn from Henry Mintzberg ’s 42 former blog posts compiled into his new book, Bedtime Stories for Managers. Some of my favorite takeaways are: Managers are important to the extent that they help other people be important. MORE
Over 3 years ago, I wrote a blog post about my quest to find decent project management software for Fight Colorectal Cancer. Tagged: online project management , Smartsheet. Uncategorized online project management Smartsheet MORE
Some words of wisdom from author Thomas Teal : Integrity in management means : being responsible communicating clearly keeping promises being an honest broker avoiding hidden agendas knowing oneself Also, explains Teal : Great managers serve two masters; one organizational, one moral. MORE
Here are some great insights about leading versus managing from Bob Kulhan and his book, Getting To Yes And. He says, "Leading is not managing. Managing is not leading." Managing is taking care of logistical and practical details. MORE
This post is part 2 of our New Age of Grant Management series. If you haven’t already, make sure to go back and read part one, Welcome to the New Age of Accountability in Grant Management. 2: Risk management starts before funding. MORE
In his book, Getting To "Yes And": The Art of Business Improv , author Bob Kulhan reminds us of the important difference between leadership and management. I'd suggest that the act of managing focuses strictly on strategic thinking at its most practical -- on execution. MORE
Referring back to my previous blog in July , I am completing a series that outlines the various levels of prospect management we encounter with our clients. If you purchase a module within your CRM system for prospect management, then make sure the software company offers training. MORE
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APRIL 4, 2020
Here are some great insights about leading versus managing from Bob Kulhan and his book, Getting To Yes And. He says, "Leading is not managing. Managing is not leading." Managing is taking care of logistical and practical details.
Connection Cafe
MARCH 16, 2020
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Gyrus
MARCH 17, 2020
Exploring the key differences between Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Training Management Systems (TMS) is important for business owners to fulfill training goals
Connection Cafe
JANUARY 10, 2014
By: Jett Winders , Program Manager, Charity Dynamics. As a nonprofit professional, you wear many hats, often including being a project manager for your organization’s technology projects. 7 Tips for Effective Team Management.
3rd Sector Labs
JUNE 1, 2015
Every nonprofit needs a data management plan, especially for their donor data. The plan needs to address a variety of topics, such as data hygiene and enrichment , data usage in various communications activities , input/output management, and more.
Amy Sample Ward
FEBRUARY 23, 2012
Yesterday, I had a lot of fun giving another webinar for Nonprofit Webinars, this time focused on DIY Social Media Management. Here’s an example: DIY Management Tools. DIY Social Media Management.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 8, 2019
Here are some great insights about leading versus managing from Bob Kulhan and his book, Getting To Yes And. He says, "Leading is not managing. Managing is not leading." Managing is taking care of logistical and practical details.
Connection Cafe
JANUARY 17, 2014
By: Jett Winders , Program Manager, Charity Dynamics. In our first post on project management, we identified seven characteristics of a winning project team. Honest Expectations: Many project managers underestimate how much of their time is needed to help coordinate the project.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MARCH 18, 2020
AMACOM's (of the American Management Association) sixth edition of the best-selling book, The First-Time Manager -- originally published in 1981 is a must-read for new managers and leaders in business. Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Management Manager
Wild Apricot
APRIL 3, 2020
Find out how alumni management software can help your organization and check out our list of top 10 options to find one that fits your needs
Connection Cafe
APRIL 28, 2016
When it comes to getting—and managing—grants, common pitfalls can be avoided with the proper tools and policies in place. With all the budgeting, tracking, and reporting that can go into the process, managing grants can seem like a full-time job.
3rd Sector Labs
NOVEMBER 13, 2014
The root cause of bad data management for any organization – for-profit, nonprofit or government – can usually be found in the data management paradigm itself. We also have an online event management system. The data management plan.
3rd Sector Labs
APRIL 14, 2014
Unfortunately, it’s true … and the only way to combat the problem is examine what’s in your data management plan. Technologies and tools used to capture and manage data change, get upgraded, get replaced. The need for the Data Management Plan.
Gyrus
APRIL 29, 2019
Now, easy to manage peoples with intelligence learning management platform of gyrus. For more information Contact us
Byte Technology
APRIL 7, 2015
From tracking donations and expenditures, the success or failure of fund-raising events, staff protocols and effectiveness, lists of donors large and small and so much more, the organization that shirks information management does so at their own peril.
Connection Cafe
NOVEMBER 20, 2014
All this makes their contribution invaluable, but just like with employees, they need to be managed professionally. So let’s take it step by step and look at why and how to manage your volunteer program professionally: 1. Volunteers are every nonprofit’s dream.
Connection Cafe
SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
This post is part 2 of our New Age of Grant Management series. If you haven’t already, make sure to go back and read part one, Welcome to the New Age of Accountability in Grant Management. 2: Risk management starts before funding.
SocialFish
FEBRUARY 5, 2014
I love this Community Management Playbook from Yammer. However, community management as a profession is largely misunderstood and inadequately resourced. ” Community Management Playbook from Yammer. Interested in community management?
Eric Jacobsen Blog
APRIL 17, 2019
In his book, Getting To "Yes And": The Art of Business Improv , author Bob Kulhan reminds us of the important difference between leadership and management. I'd suggest that the act of managing focuses strictly on strategic thinking at its most practical -- on execution.
SocialFish
MARCH 5, 2013
You need a social media management team to manage and monitor the social media campaigns. Tips on managing social media campaigns. After your company has successfully launched its social media marketing campaign, you need to allocate a budget for daily management of the campaign.
Gyrus
APRIL 29, 2019
Successful implementation of a skills management within your Learning Management System (LMS) helps organizations
NonProfit Hub
JULY 17, 2019
Risk management is something that needs to be a priority for nonprofit and for-profit businesses alike?especially What do we mean by “risk management”? The Alliance for Nonprofit Management defines risk management as, “[…] a discipline for dealing with the possibility that some future event will cause harm. Risk management can help to double-check that your organization is in the clear. Risk Management Tools – Capterra.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MARCH 3, 2019
Nights this month, unplug from your mobile phone and both enjoy and learn from Henry Mintzberg ’s 42 former blog posts compiled into his new book, Bedtime Stories for Managers. Some of my favorite takeaways are: Managers are important to the extent that they help other people be important.
Connection Cafe
OCTOBER 14, 2014
Referring back to my previous blog in July , I am completing a series that outlines the various levels of prospect management we encounter with our clients. If you purchase a module within your CRM system for prospect management, then make sure the software company offers training.
NonProfit Hub
JULY 17, 2019
Risk management is something that needs to be a priority for nonprofit and for-profit businesses alike?especially What do we mean by “risk management”? The Alliance for Nonprofit Management defines risk management as, “[…] a discipline for dealing with the possibility that some future event will cause harm. Risk management can help to double-check that your organization is in the clear. Risk Management Tools – Capterra.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 26, 2015
Some words of wisdom from author Thomas Teal : Integrity in management means : being responsible communicating clearly keeping promises being an honest broker avoiding hidden agendas knowing oneself Also, explains Teal : Great managers serve two masters; one organizational, one moral.
Amy Sample Ward
FEBRUARY 1, 2011
But, operating as a community organizer or manager is such a filling and critical role for programs, platforms and even campaigns to be successful that the idea of herding cats turns into searching youtube for cutest kitten videos. I wanted to share the short “defense&# of Community Managers that I wrote to get your feedback as well as to gather your ideas, examples and so on of why Community Managers are important to our work! In Defense of Community Managers.
Judi Sohn
JULY 21, 2013
Over 3 years ago, I wrote a blog post about my quest to find decent project management software for Fight Colorectal Cancer. Tagged: online project management , Smartsheet. Uncategorized online project management Smartsheet
SocialFish
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Are you an association/nonprofit community manager (or association exec with community management newly thrust upon you?). share your own experiences and get help from colleagues on your own thorny community management issues. How do you report activity to upper management?
Connection Cafe
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
This monumental shift of responsibility onto grant recipients could be one of the most pivotal changes in grant management in decades. Let’s take a look at what is arguably one of the most pivotal shifts in grant management in decades. What Changed: Focus on Performance Management.
Connection Cafe
DECEMBER 11, 2012
Fundraising Success & Performance Identifying Prospects metrics Prospect ManagmentOnce you have consistent and relevant prospect data at your disposal, what should you measure?
SocialFish
MARCH 12, 2014
Do you have advanced community management tips to share? Community Management Fundamentals from The Community Roundtable. …from the always awesome Community Roundtable. And by the way, this deck is three years old. Amazing that we’re still teaching the same stuff. :/.
Connection Cafe
APRIL 15, 2014
Nonprofit Management Operations crisis communications crisis management No one likes a crisis. Especially nonprofit leaders like you.
VolunteerMark
AUGUST 15, 2014
Welcome to a new era of volunteerism, whether you like it or not. Let’s face it, with the constant advancements in cell phone, laptop and tablet technology, people are spending more and more time online than off. That’s not news to you, me or even the mailman.
Connection Cafe
JULY 12, 2016
As a former grant manager who works on a daily basis with grant-makers, the complex, creative, diverse world of fundraising has been incredible to me. Both fundraisers and grants managers are at the center of it all, often managing many different stakeholders throughout the grantmaking cycle.
Gyrus
APRIL 29, 2019
Gyrus talent management software boost your learning skills into a new levelAre You Engaging Your Talent in the Right Way?
Connection Cafe
MARCH 28, 2016
Nonprofit Management conflict of interest financial management nonprofit leadership policies and proceduresIf you’re involved in the leadership of a nonprofit organization, the last thing you want is a conflict-of-interest scandal to hurt the reputation of your organization.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 12, 2019
You can use your Donor Management System to keep track of grants from donor-advised funds along with the recommending donor with these helpful features: Soft Credits for Charitable Sponsors . By Emily Rose Patz , Senior Copywriter at DonorPerfect.
Idealware
FEBRUARY 4, 2016
Those are real concerns, but with smart management, there is more opportunity than ever to engage skilled technology volunteers—individuals want to do meaningful work and companies are learning that they truly can do well by doing good. Quick Tips for Successful IT Volunteer Management.
Blue Fox
APRIL 6, 2020
So while you're staying home and working out what's next for you and your nonprofit, here are some thoughts on how to manage the next several weeks thoughtfully, fairly, and with a mindset of stewardship and sensitivity to all involved. Here we are.
AFP Blog
JANUARY 29, 2015
List of Volunteer Management Software : "For this page, volunteer management software is defined as software that actually has "volunteer" somewhere in its official description (it does NOT have to be called "volunteer management" software, however). Therefore, this page could not be considered a comprehensive list of software that can be used to manage volunteer information. " ''via Blog this
VolunteerMark
MAY 6, 2014
Time is perhaps one of the most valuable resources that we have, especially for nonprofits. How do you stay productive and make sure that every minute is contributing to the fulfillment of your organization''s mission?
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 22, 2017
The second edition of Managing the Millennials is an important read. Executing solutions to the most common obstacles to younger workers engaging and learning from the people who manage them. Because, in 2015, Millennials comprised 35 percent of the workforce--nearly 54 million workers.
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