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8 Apps That May (Actually) Change San Francisco

Tech Soup

In San Francisco, sometimes one can feel a bit cynical about the influx of frivolous technology with billion dollar valuations. Did you know that San Francisco renters are seven times more likely to get buyout offers than eviction notices? We also wrote up a follow-up story on how the project is going.

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Awesome Video, Awful Sound? Record Audio Like a Pro

Tech Soup

Video is one of the best ways to tell your nonprofit's story. TechSoup has put together some great tips for how to make a good video, including pointers on how to optimize composition , lighting , and sound. San Francisco, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Ready to jump in? You're invited to attend!

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Success Stories From 10 Successful Entrepreneurs From Around The World

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Read the informative and inspirational, The Entrepreneur’s Faces , to follow the intriguing stories of 10 real entrepreneurs from around the world as they reveal their personal entrepreneurial journeys – overcoming pain and setbacks, all the while demonstrating tremendous vision, imagine and drive. We both started in tech in San Francisco.

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Build Your Storymaking Skills with Free Events and Webinars

Tech Soup

We know that good stories power fundraising and marketing, so join one of our events to discover powerful case studies and connect with digital storytelling experts in your community. Bamenda, Cameroon: How to Create Digital Stories. Cleveland, Ohio: A Well-Told Story Is Powerful. Kampala, Uganda: Story Makers 2016.

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Video Storytelling Made Easy with Adobe Spark

Tech Soup

But what really makes a story shine is a strong, concise message, told in a way only your unique perspective and voice can. Are you telling a personal story, creating a fundraising pitch, inspiring others to care about a cause , or teaching potential customers about your business? Who Am I Talking To? How Can I Captivate?

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Social Media Integrated Campaign Case Study Slam: SSIR Social Media on Purpose Conference

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

James Nickerson , Social Media Strategist, San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus. ” Tips via @humbertokam : pre-package stories, let talent speak for itself, optimize for the channel and be authentic. “Find a sounding board. Humberto Kam , Director, Online Engagement & Marketing, Monterey Bay Aquarium.

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TechSoup Global's FREE Digital Storytelling Online Event

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Your organization has a story to tell. But it doesn’t have to be a bland, corporate-sounding video or canned sound bite. Even with limited resources, time, or skills, your nonprofit can tell a compelling story that captures the importance and impact of your cause. TechSoup is going to show you how during this Event !