Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

The book is divided into four sections: Section 1: Planning and Preparing a Hybrid Work Policy. They are changing as organizations are struggling to figure out what policies (including work location and time differences) yield the highest-level productivity and the company’s definition of success (e.g., Section 3: Making Hybrid Work.

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Candid

APRIL 6, 2022

Meme: A great friend and mentor of mine—who is also a philanthropist—challenged me to hone in on my theory of change and mentioned how GuideStar is a great place to share our work with funders. Thank you for your commitment to transparency and earning a Candid 2022 Platinum Seal. The Innocence Initiative tools we used led to amazing results!

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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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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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Time Mentoring Policy Technique 52

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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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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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 25, 2024

What policies and procedures does your organization have in place to ensure that donors who have made that extra commitment to give monthly to your organization are happy with their decision? Periodically offer them special opportunities: events, guided tours, president’s breakfasts, mentoring opportunities etc.

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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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sgEngage

JUNE 14, 2022

She has expertise in academic record management and reporting, student data privacy, implementing technology solutions, designing and delivering training, and developing policies and procedures. During her tenure, she has led the creation of the school’s privacy policy, record retention schedule, and gender inclusion policy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 16, 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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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Lack of support and mentorship A bit like building a social network, individuals from underserved communities may lack access to supportive mentors who can help guide them and provide advice on how to succeed in their chosen fields. Mentorship is in many ways a mindset, and one which those from BIPOC communities are not regularly exposed to.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 27, 2021

For the modern executive, this looks like a generous PTO policy, the option to work from home or enjoy a flexible work schedule. For top executives looking to mentor future leaders and collaborate with people who share their goals, nonprofits offer a unique structure that often flattens the hierarchy. Change the metrics of success.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2018

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

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

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

MAY 12, 2019

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62. Have an open door policy 66. Dig deep within your organization for ideas on how to improve processes, policies and procedures 67. Share bad news, not only good news 57.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 24, 2018

And, if you are still seeking resolutions for this year, perhaps write down (and start working on) five to ten from the following list of ideal resolutions for leaders: 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 (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2013

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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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Bottom line, volunteer retention is not about policies and procedures, but more about the leadership’s ability to engage volunteers from the perspective of what they uniquely and individually bring to the organization. High nonprofit volunteer turn-over makes it difficult to establish consistency and efficiency. Team building.

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Retention Team Volunteer Strategy 98

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 6, 2018

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62. Have an open door policy 66. Dig deep within your organization for ideas on how to improve processes, policies and procedures 67. Share bad news, not only good news 57.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2017

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, 2014

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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Mentoring Leadership Policy Technique 66

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Through HHF’s award-winning LOFT leadership and workforce development program, tens of thousands of students and young professionals are connected to each other and to mentors and resources. Unidos US Since 1968, UnidosUS —formerly known as National Council of La Raza—has remained a trusted, nonpartisan voice for Latinos.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 25, 2018

Employee Programs Presentation opportunities at new employee orientations Planning committees for holiday parties and other events Employee referral programs and rewards Flexible schedule Work from home Tuition reimbursement Internal training programs Mentoring programs Internal input groups Career day or fairs Fund-raising walks, and other volunteer (..)

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Candid

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Many will remember Franklin Thomas as the president of Ford Foundation, fewer will realize that he was the first Black foundation president in America, but I knew him as my boss and mentor.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2023

It can also be used for those who coach, mentor, counsel and advise early career women, with insights and exercises for those you are supporting. Do they have an open-door policy only for some people? Are they responding to proactive employees rather than strategically setting up meetings and touch points with all team members?

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Voice Exercise Chapter Script 79

ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 22, 2022

A number of policies and practices can be implemented within nonprofit organizations to address these challenges and affirm equity in their leadership including: Providing staff with bias and cultural competence trainings that meaningfully address DEI issues. Increasing mentoring initiatives for BIPOC staff.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 27, 2013

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62. Have an open door policy 66. Dig deep within your organization for ideas on how to improve processes, policies and procedures 67. Share bad news, not only good news 57.

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Tips Mentoring Policy Leadership 78

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2016

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

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

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

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62. Have an open door policy 66. Dig deep within your organization for ideas on how to improve processes, policies and procedures 67. Share bad news, not only good news 57.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 29, 2017

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62. Have an open door policy 66. Dig deep within your organization for ideas on how to improve processes, policies and procedures 67. Share bad news, not only good news 57.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 19, 2011

Earlier this week, I met Beatric Ramos who does social media for Alum Rock Counseling, an organization that works with youth on a range of counseling and mentoring programs. As part of their policy, parents sign a release at the beginning of the year that gives her organization to share all photos. wearing a school t-shirt).

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62. Have an open door policy 66. Dig deep within your organization for ideas on how to improve processes, policies and procedures 67. Share bad news, not only good news 57.

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Tips Mentoring Leadership Policy 69

sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

If social justice is important to you, consider how bringing in more marginalized sectors of the community will help you support solutions, programs, or policies that work for all. Support from a mentor, peer, or staff person. All groups have hierarchies and people who may be marginalized within that context.

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Participatory Model Leadership Application 112

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Employee Programs Presentation opportunities at new employee orientations Planning committees for holiday parties and other events Employee referral programs and rewards Flexible schedule Work from home Tuition reimbursement Internal training programs Mentoring programs Internal input groups Career day or fairs Fund-raising walks, and other volunteer (..)

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Media Cause

MARCH 8, 2021

If you’re a rockstar individual who wants to share your wealth of knowledge as a RiseUp mentor or host a lunch-n-learn for our crew… Please give me a shout at amy@mediacause.org. There’s always a catch, right? Like the age-old “you need experience to get experience” conundrum.

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Industry Change Mentoring Application 69

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2015

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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