Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Encourage employees and members to ask questions and offer feedback to gain valuable insights into your processes and workflows. Automate d processes How much time does your organization waste completing manual processes? With automated processes you can save staff time and enhance your ROI.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 1, 2023

Do not underestimate the importance of a good onboarding process for volunteers. Organizations with a standard onboarding process experience 50% greater new-hire productivity. Are there parts of the process that could be improved? Consider adding questions about orientation and training to your volunteer satisfaction survey.

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Training Train Volunteer Tips 85

.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Career coaches and mentors are great. Ask open-ended questions that invite feedback and follow-up. Practice questioning your attitudes and intentions before every decision. The process of documentation illuminates insights you might not otherwise discover. However, awareness of the distractions can minimize their impact.

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Awareness Singapore Journal Roles 221

Media Cause

DECEMBER 2, 2021

A great ambassador program starts with a great onboarding process. Here’s three tips to master your onboarding process: . Create a mentor program. . We’ll also cover the ambassador selection process so that you select the most qualified candidates. The selection process. Create a mentor program. .

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Strategy Mentoring Fundraising Nonprofit 72

Twenty Hats

MARCH 9, 2021

I came up with a process for matching volunteers with capacity-building roles that was very successful. The process boiled down to four easy steps: Step 1: Conduct an Assessment of Staff Needs. This process gave me a chance to better understand their story and their connection to our mission.

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Roles Process Volunteer Colorado 70

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 (..)

Mentoring 98

Mentoring Policy Technique News 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

It is trained on a massive dataset of text and code, and it can generate text, translate languages, write different kinds of creative content, and answer your questions in an informative way. It can generate text, translate languages, write different kinds of creative content, and answer your questions in an informative way.

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Content Calendar Language Social Media 352

Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Start with a simple self-assessment to understand where you and your organization fall along the impact maturity scale: what tools and processes do you already have in place? For example, in a mentoring program, one short-term outcome is “student and mentor develop a positive relationship.” What works and what doesn’t?

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Practice Impact Data Effective 73

Association Analytics

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The team at Association Analytics often hears questions like, What exactly is data analytics? To help answer these questions, we’ve laid out some helpful tips on how to get started and where to go from there. What questions are you trying to answer with analytics? Why is it important? First: Reporting vs. Analytics.

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Analytics Data Beginner Associations 169

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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Effective Mentoring Policy Technique 52

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 (..)

Mentoring 52

Mentoring Policy Technique News 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

We need to steer clear of these practices if we want to prevent employee burnout (and our own burnout) and cultivate wellbeing at work in the process. You need to provide opportunities for their continuous learning on the job and mentoring. You want to inspire curiosity beyond formal professional development activities.

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Leadership Organization Culture Skills 118

Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

No longer an abstract concept, many nonprofit staff are experiencing the “dividend of time” as they adopt tools such as Copilot and ChatGPT for scheduling and managing meetings, processing email, writing drafts, summarizing long reports, analyzing data, and creating efficiencies in other common workflows.

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Adopt Strategy Skills Job 98

Nimble AMS

JULY 19, 2022

To address this growing concern, 40% of the professionals surveyed planned to invest in modern technology to streamline work processes through automation. . Here are seven tips to get feedback from your employees by conducting a staff survey: What questions to ask when designing a survey for staff . Ask the right questions.

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Survey Associations Tips Interview 120

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 (..)

Effective 52

Effective Mentoring Policy Technique 52

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 (..)

Time 52

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 (..)

Time 52

Time Mentoring Policy Technique 52

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 (..)

Management 52

Management Mentoring Policy Technique 52

sgEngage

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The latest edition, npEXPERTS—Game-Changers: How to Galvanize Supporters as Charitable Events Evolve , answers your most burning questions on the evolving landscape of fundraising events. ask questions like “How does this gathering further educate about our mission?” and “What auction items will attract competitive bids?”

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Reflection Mentoring Goal Culture 91

Nucleus

AUGUST 17, 2021

Efforts need to be coordinated across the organization so that data informs your decision-making process, whether it is deciding on a meeting venue or supporting your strategic plan. Some questions to consider before conducting a survey include: Why are we conducting a survey? What question are we trying to answer?

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Survey Data Analytics Associations 130

Nimble AMS

JULY 11, 2022

TECH TIP: Streamline and automate the process of developing creative and branded email content with Nimble Create. Dedicate specific feeds for members looking for mentors, individuals searching for new jobs, and a safe space to ask questions. Build interest with non-members. Create informational content.

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Integration Experiment Software Associations 108

Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Matt Higgins Today, Higgins shares these insights with us: Question: What is the ‘Burn the Boats’ philosophy? You can’t commit when you haven't processed the worst-case scenario and made provisions for it. Question: You say you can predict CEO failure based on one thing. Higgins : Forget Plan B! What is it?

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Mentoring Business Consultant Lecture 67

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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Mentoring Policy Technique News 53

Media Cause

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

A little more than a year later, I am six months into my dream role as an Associate Account Strategist, here at Media Cause, and I’d love to share some of the questions I asked myself during my journey along with some tips to help those who are interested in a career in digital marketing. Mentor someone.

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Job Digital Marketing Mentoring 52

Bloomerang

JULY 22, 2021

Remember when in a management role your staff aren’t questioning your right to be there. You’ve mapped out the process and tried so hard that your abilities in your role will be more valued than those who put their feet up on the desk and switched off as soon as they got their promotion. Accept that you’re in the driving seat!

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The latest edition, npEXPERTS—Game-Changers: How to Galvanize Supporters as Charitable Events Evolve , answers your most burning questions on the evolving landscape of fundraising events. ask questions like “How does this gathering further educate about our mission?” and “What auction items will attract competitive bids?”

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Game Reflection Mentoring Goal 73

Bloomerang

APRIL 19, 2023

What was the introduction or training process like? The last round was a pretty intense and thorough interview where they asked questions about my life, my previous volunteer experience, my feelings on certain social and political factors affecting the justice system, and more. How did you become a CASA? We did, of course.

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Volunteer Local Organization Training 71

sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

If you choose this route, you’ll need a transparent process for how you select from those who apply. Alternatively, you could forsake a participant application process in favor of shifting power immediately. Support from a mentor, peer, or staff person. Avoid a process where only the grantmaker benefits; that’s extraction.

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Participatory Model Leadership Application 116

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 5, 2022

During these past two years, the pandemic inspired many of us to question what we value, therefore, making for an ideal time to read, Be Where Your Feet Are , the book by Scott O’Neil. Recently, O’Neil shared these additional insights and advice with us: Question: What inspired you to write a book about your challenges and conflicts?

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Exercise Philadelphia Life Phone 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2021

During these past 1-1/2 years, the pandemic inspired many of us to question what we value – an ideal time for, Be Where Your Feet Are , the book by Scott O’Neil , which lays out the seven principles needed to keep you present, grounded, and thriving in work, home, and everything in between. O’Neil : My knee-jerk reaction is that I was lost.

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Exercise Philadelphia Life Phone 52

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 27, 2021

Supporting individuals with autism in the workplace starts with your recruitment and hiring process: Look for competency instead of “culture fit”. Autistic employees might also need longer to learn a new task, or they may require support to process and break down information. 1) Inclusive Hiring Practices.

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Support Awareness Celebrate Environment 122

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 (..)

Leadership 40

Leadership Mentoring Policy Technique 40

Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

By focusing effort on improving and optimizing processes, nonprofits can build a better volunteer experience that attracts and retains volunteers, leading to greater impact and success in achieving their missions. Clear Communication One of the most important aspects of any volunteer program is clear communication. Responsiveness.

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Volunteer Experiment Tips Training 95

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 (..)

Mentoring 40

Mentoring Policy Technique News 40

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. Let’s take a closer look at each step of the process. Evaluate your volunteer program.

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Volunteer Program Roles Training 91

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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Mentoring Policy Leadership Technique 81

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 12, 2019

Respond to questions quickly and fully 28. Explain the process and the reason for the decisions you make 50. Encourage personal growth and promote training, mentoring and external education 56. Support mentoring - both informal and formal mentoring 62. Ask questions to clarify 64. Allow prudent autonomy 27.

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