Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

Bruce Tulgan ’s book, The Art of Being Indispensable at Work is all about how to win influence, beat overcommitment, and get the right things done in your workplace. They work smart – creating checklists, step-by-step instructions, and professionalizing everything they do. They get better and better at working together.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Work families are special. Work families have the magic to make success a team sport. […]. The post A Thanksgiving Valentine to My Work Family and Yours appeared first on.orgSource. If you’re lucky, you have colleagues who feel like family. The people at your job don’t have to love you, or even like you.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 30, 2022

As offices reopen, organizations need to decide how remote work will fit into their business strategy. Because remote work carries unique risks and challenges when it comes to tax and compliance issues, adopting a proactive approach can help nonprofits avoid these headaches.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 23, 2023

As a nonprofit leader, you are increasingly at the forefront of addressing societal inequity through your work. Here’s a comprehensive blueprint for nonprofits to effectively showcase their equity efforts for grant application success.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 22, 2022

In those private rooms, leadership talks about struggles with workforce issues regarding where and how people work. Turnkey runs many peer experience sharing groups for C-Suite social good executives. Here’s what we’ve heard.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 15, 2022

You aren’t alone in wondering if direct mail actually works for nonprofits. At first glance, direct mail may seem outdated and ineffective.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 11, 2021

For nonprofits with positions that can accommodate remote work, more than half are considering permanent remote work options, according to NonprofitHR’s “Nonprofit Return to Workplace 2021 Pulse Survey Results.”.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 1, 2022

Corporate sponsors share what has worked in building their relationships with nonprofits. Your nonprofit's staff or board members might not know your mission statements verbatim, but your corporate partner might surprise you.

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.orgSource

MAY 31, 2022

The post Build a Culture To Fit the New World of Work appeared first on.orgSource. And, the most likely candidate is probably one of your rising stars. If that thought gives you an uncomfortable shiver, read on. In a world where the office, as we […].

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

But, because of our fast-moving digital world, working as an organization requires new thinking, habits, and fresh minds at all levels. Leadership isn't easy. Today's nonprofit leaders are accountable for their teams and their organization.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 4, 2022

Most often, I work with enlightened progressive and donor-centered leaders. And then, occasionally, one shows up that just takes my breath away. That was my experience when I met with one CEO who needed help with his major gift program — at least that is what I thought. .

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Charity Village

JULY 27, 2023

Here’s the truth: you must stop striving for work-life balance. Balance is nothing more than society’s way of laying guilt on working women. It doesn’t exist. Nor should it. Try counterbalancing instead!

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.orgSource

JANUARY 18, 2021

I hate to see COVID-19 give remote work a bad rap. Over the last few months, more than a few people feel as though work sabotaged their lives. The post Remote Work Is a Superpower—Learn How to Use It appeared first on.orgSource. The ability to do business from anywhere gives you the superpower to slay disruption in its tracks.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 18, 2023

“We might lie awake at night worrying, withdraw from work, or react in ways we later regret—rolling our eyes in a meeting, snapping at colleagues, or staying silent when we should speak up,” says Gallo. Or throw up our hands because one-size-fits-all solutions haven't worked. Experiment to find what works. Know your goal.

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Hands on Fundraising

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Guest post, thanks to Tim Badolato We all want a positive work environment. One of the biggest benefits of working at a nonprofit is knowing you’re making a difference. Your employees may feel […] The post 5 Tips To Foster a Positive Work Environment for Nonprofits appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Charity Village

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The Conference Board of Canada released the new impact paper, Why Employees Choose Work Over Wellness: The Links Between Absence Policies, Attendance, and Mental Health. The study analyzed the survey results of 977 employees and 135 organizations, as well as employer focus groups.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

That said, the fact that we still see so many of them on the web indicates that they can work for website owners when done well. Let’s explore a few key tenants of making pop-ups work for your nonprofit: 1. Indeed, pop-ups can be disruptive and distracting when they’re poorly implemented or not useful. Use p op-ups only on desktop.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

One of the most important roles a nonprofit can play is that of grantmaker. And, while there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to crafting a successful grantmaking strategy, there are a handful of key strategies that any nonprofit can deploy.

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Charity Village

AUGUST 31, 2023

Aviva Canada released the How We Live report, which delves into how Canadians view hybrid and remote working models, the housing market, transportation, climate change, sustainability, and other key factors impacting the lives of workers. The report found that fewer Canadians are permanently working remotely (19%), compared to 2022 (27%).

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

I’ve been reminded recently about how inspiring and refreshing it is to sit with someone who loves their life’s work. At the same, how painful it is to listen to someone who is working in a position that neither fits them nor brings them any joy.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 29, 2023

Working with an AMS selection consultant helps to simplif y this process , offering numerous benefits. Here are four ways an AMS selection consultant can help your association find the right AMS: 1. Working with an experienced consultant can help your association find the best AMS for your staff and members.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 2, 2022

The difference in time spent in the office leads to concerns ranging from decreased career mobility for those who spend less facetime with their supervisor to resentment building up against the staff who have the most flexibility in where to work. So why haven’t nonprofit leaders addressed proximity bias earlier?

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Trends in evaluation are worth paying attention to. They may not take over your social media feed with witty memes or become the latest office buzz, but they are profoundly important for nonprofits.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

To grow your donor file, add three easy upgrades to your current acquisition plan and watch how kickstarting a better content, promotion, and conversion strategy can work wonders for your donor pipeline. In fundraising, digital acquisition is the process of acquiring email addresses and converting them into donors.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 7, 2021

Oftentimes, artificial intelligence does not work for nonprofits. Not because of the people involved, but because of the challenges inherent in adopting new technologies. Below are the most common obstacles to AI in nonprofits and our recommendations on how to fix these problems.

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Charity Village

AUGUST 31, 2023

The ADP Canada monthly Happiness@Work Index (“Index”) for August reports the highest score to date with an increase in happiness levels across generations and regions. The only workers reporting a decrease in their Work Happiness Scores for August are those located in Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

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M+R

JANUARY 26, 2023

Pay was lousy, and there was constant pressure from publishers to produce more work in less time. Striving to make storytelling work given the constraints of time, space, the boss’s demands, evolving trends, and how dang hard it is to draw horses. It looks like this: Wally Wood’s 22 Panels That Always Work!!

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Charity Village

AUGUST 25, 2023

Future Skills Centre released the Monitoring Remote Work in Canada: Support or Surveillance Report, which delves into the impact of increased electronic monitoring of remote workers. The study examined the experiences and attitudes of employees and supervisors in regard to remote work.

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Association TV

JULY 29, 2022

But today, many people think of a great workplace as not even one specific place at all, with many employers opting for a permanent remote work setup after a trial proved prosperous during the pandemic. Are folks busy enjoying their work, or working to look busy? Work-life balance.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 15, 2020

The workshop, Work/Life Balance: Tips Fundraisers During A Pandemic included fundraisers from many different countries. One thing I shared was the importance of creating a “shutting down from work,” ritual. Unless you set good boundaries, you can find yourself working all the time and not having any downtime.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 25, 2023

In the nonprofit sector, cultivating a fair and supportive work environment is essential to ensuring the well-being of employees and fostering the success of the organization. We also discuss the implementation of anonymous upward feedback surveys and pulse checks to create a safe and productive work environment.

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Association TV

MARCH 23, 2021

If you’ve already decided to move your association from analog to digital, you need to start thinking about how you will implement those changes in your organization. Digital transformation is all about collaboration, and it’s important to make sure your association uses a holistic approach to digital solutions.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Today, many years into my work career, I still depend on a visual to-do list that I can constantly review to keep me focused. I continually wonder if there is a better way to prioritize my work activities.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The newest book from New York Times bestselling author Patrick Lencioni is, The 6 Types of Working Genius : A Better Way To Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, And Your Team. The book provides a fast way to help people identify the type of work that brings them joy and energy and avoid work that leads to frustration and burnout.

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Bloomerang

MAY 30, 2023

Nonprofit professionals may find Godin’s latest book a manifesto for their life’s work because they are true “difference-makers.” But his book delves deeper into workplace culture, roles, expectations and work product. Get a Demo The post Do You Find Significance in Your Work? And to be treated with dignity and respect.

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Non Profit Quarterly

AUGUST 3, 2022

The following is an excerpt from Work Without the Worker: Labour in the Age of Platform Capitalism (2021) by Phil Jones, reprinted with permission from Verso Books. 1 The worker remains unaware of what is taking place above them, just as they remain unaware of the purpose of their work. A drone hovers hornet-like above Sa?o

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Charity Village

JULY 13, 2023

Types of mistakes at […] The post What to do when you’ve messed up at work appeared first on CharityVillage. Maybe you accidentally offended a co-worker, or you didn’t properly prepare for an important presentation. Whatever the reason, messing up happens and should serve as an opportunity to learn.

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