Gyrus

JULY 10, 2024

Non-interactive activities and limited enhancement options. Learning paths and channels which are curated collections of courses that guide learners through a particular skill or career track. Limited offline access to course materials. Encourages active participation through comments and discussions.

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Platform Learning Online 52

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

If your community meets offline at a local watering hole to share opinions and make plans, don’t bother setting up a Twitter account with the purpose of influencing them. By last month, the user ratio between male and female had come up to about 70/30 and the country with the second highest number of users was India at about 13 percent.

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Social Network Network Strategy Social 165

Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 18, 2009

You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. What if you then had access to one of the leaders in the not-for-profit world who would show you how to take these principles and apply them to your day to day activities? What if all of this was free, every month?"

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Web Bookmarking YouTube NTEN 135

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 6, 2014

The art part includes all the ways nonprofits and schools can engage and connect with alumni of their programs through social channels. It is also about reconnecting with those who have already graduated. Social media is an important channel for both these groups. CTA matched to the right channel or combination of channels.

Social Media 110

Social Media Network Media Free 110

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

The discussion about the recent changes on Facebook has focused mostly around what it means for individuals, particularly the tension between openness and privacy. Many people are wondering what it means for nonprofit brands using Facebook as one of their marketing channels. And, that is how they measure success.

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Facebook Results Change Organization 137

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

Grantees get better results integrating Facebook, Twitter, and other social media channels best practices and measurement. This was designed as a peer learning activity – so it was the participants who were mostly the presenters. On the Ground Engagement: What will you ask people to do offline?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Yesterday, I spent most of the day offline at the Wisdom 2.0 a slowing down, making mindful choices about what channels are truly effective and slowing down and being intentional about practice – so good practice becomes a habit. There was applause from the audience. Twitter Photo by Jennifer Barr @rjenbarr.

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Brain Mind Offline South Africa 105

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 28, 2009

Click to see larger image I'm very tempted to start using Results On Insights for ROI thanks to Barb Chamberlain's comment in yesterday's post " What Are The Best I-Words For Nonprofits To Think About Social Media and ROI? " But what does that really mean? That happens when leaders model and encourage it.

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ROI Examples Results Social Media 91

Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Make a calendar – outline all activities you want to share, plan activity that integrates with overall organization messaging and schedule them in advance (tip: make a calendar). Integrate – as in, integrate social media with other channels such as email, direct mail, web content and offline activity to maximize success.

Social Media 54

Social Media Tips Media Social 54

Gyrus

JUNE 18, 2023

Non-interactive activities and limited enhancement options. Skillshare encourages active engagement through projects, feedback, and collaboration among learners. Learning paths and channels which are curated collections of courses that guide learners through a particular skill or career track.

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Platform Learning Online 52

Gyrus

JUNE 18, 2023

Non-interactive activities and limited enhancement options. Skillshare encourages active engagement through projects, feedback, and collaboration among learners. Learning paths and channels which are curated collections of courses that guide learners through a particular skill or career track.

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Platform Learning Online 52

Gyrus

JUNE 18, 2023

Non-interactive activities and limited enhancement options. Skillshare encourages active engagement through projects, feedback, and collaboration among learners. Learning paths and channels which are curated collections of courses that guide learners through a particular skill or career track.

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Platform Learning Online 52

Gyrus

JUNE 18, 2023

Non-interactive activities and limited enhancement options. Skillshare encourages active engagement through projects, feedback, and collaboration among learners. Learning paths and channels which are curated collections of courses that guide learners through a particular skill or career track.

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Platform Learning Online 52

Connection Cafe

AUGUST 13, 2012

Post your comments in the form of a question. Respond to comments. The part that's still very tricky for most is measuring the impact of these activities. Try calculating a ratio of how many people comment and/or like and/or share your posts divided by how many like your page. You should use certain key words. Pin things.

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Facebook Ratio Influence Social Media 51

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 11, 2009

Learning was an individual, often solitary activity. for many of us, that learning style carried over to our work culture where we are rewarded for our expertise and to keep private what we don't know. Designated back channel moderators in the room to answer questions, throw links in the discussion while it was happening.

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Public Conference Learning Social 94

Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

a brand via online channels, social media communications and website content. In the David Chiu world, it refers to a continuous feedback loop that includes both online and offline channels. Share in the comments below. development. Learn more about Greg on LinkedIn. Photo: Susan Chavez.

Social Media 54

Social Media San Francisco Community Media 54

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

The steps include reading, commenting, and sharing stories of personal behavior change. grist.org’s key results are: Footprint: The reach of their activities, both online and offline. We view our social media channels as a fun on ramp to our ladder of engagement. If they aren’t successful, the consequences are dire.

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Measure Policy Social Media Green 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 31, 2009

Tom and Cecile shared a rich story about culture change, loosing control, building relationships, story telling, multi-channel strategies, engagement techniques, online/offline metrics, and more. Their job is to create, edit, repurpose, identify content across all our channels. We support it, guide it.". .

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Story Platform Build Organization 90

Connection Cafe

MARCH 2, 2011

If you’ve had your finger on the pulse of constituent communication recently you know that the big term being thrown around is “integrated marketing/fundraising” Basically this is the concept of interacting with your constituents both online and offline and everywhere in between wherever that may be.

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Convio Integration Measure Retention 40

Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2009

He asked the question – is organizing the same whether it is done online or offline? And then, broke the 3 goals down into offline/online tactics: Offline. Letter to the Editors (LTEs), Emails Research, crowdsourcing Netroots (term coined for political activism through blogs and other online media Press hits.

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Organization Community Online Offline 23

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 19, 2009

Demonstrate progress and success of active projects. Push out quality content without fail and participate in social channels. Make it easy for people to give online and offline while also showing people how you are using their money. As often as you have new projects, initiatives, activities or events post about them.

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Goal Strategy YouTube Demonstration 94

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 11, 2010

They found that: “Personal solicitations to pre-existing networks of donors and friends through multiple channels were rated as the most effective methods for fundraising. Beyond using and counting on your social network for donations and spreading the word, find ways to activate your network more concretely: create those “campaign captains.”

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Nashville Twitter Blogger Contest 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 15, 2009

Many people left comments reflecting on how the landscape has changed for fundraising on social networks, including James Wu from Acumen who graciously expanded his thoughts into this guest post. I absolutely agree on the need to work in networks of organizations.

Causes 89

Causes Build Demonstration Reflection 89

Connection Cafe

JUNE 25, 2010

How much is your online fundraising augmenting offline efforts? While the area of social metrics continues to evolve and grow, there are five main tips all organizations should follow when measuring social media activity for ROI: 1. Measuring the return on investment for any organizational effort is a standard of doing business.

ROI 51

ROI Social Media Measure Media 51

Care2

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

We value the expertise of our colleagues and welcome any feedback or comments. Many nonprofits that have large, active email lists do little or no fundraising from their lists, others use these lists almost exclusively as a source of donations. Q: Does this include offline giving too? Discussion. The same goes for advocacy.

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email Benchmark Measure Advocacy 56

NTEN

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

Supporters need a designated space to read about your cause, perhaps leave comments and give donations. ADRA inspires youth activism by creating a kids site, which offers “Kids in Action Kits.” Use Offline Channels to Drive Online Action. Develop an Integrated Campaign. Remember to ask for nonmonetary support as well.

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Raise Fund Turkey Newsletter 44

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 9, 2009

Your organization may be skeptical about the value of listening through social media channels. He encourages staff to listen on many different channels and to blog what they learn in order to share with members. Once you have a policy around who will respond, you will get down to commenting and engaging in conversation.

Literacy 51

Literacy Technorati RSS Bookmarking 51

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 12, 2008

they have a YouTube Channel. Spectrum - passive observer to active participants. Managing the content so people don't inappropriate comments. Let the crowd remove the posts and flag in appropriate comments. Let your partners know that you will take down inappropriate comments. A Different Kind of Story.

Chicago 50

Chicago Social Network Network Web 50

Care2

APRIL 16, 2008

We value the expertise of our colleagues and welcome any feedback or comments. Many nonprofits that have large, active email lists do little or no fundraising from their lists, others use these lists almost exclusively as a source of donations. Q: Does this include offline giving too? Well have it available for download, soon.

Social Media 44

Social Media Advocacy email Online 44

Care2

MARCH 25, 2008

We value the expertise of our colleagues and welcome any feedback or comments. Many nonprofits that have large, active email lists do little or no fundraising from their lists, others use these lists almost exclusively as a source of donations. Q: Does this include offline giving too? Well have it available for download, soon.

Social Media 44

Social Media Advocacy email Online 44

Achieve

JANUARY 31, 2022

If you only engage with your supporters via one digital communication channel, such as just Facebook or Instagram, you might find that you’re starting to repeat yourself or your post formatting is getting stale. Remember, a multichannel strategy requires considering every channel at your disposal — including direct mail. millennials.

Digital 105

Digital Communication Tips Virtual 105

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2013

In fact, a study released in the fall of 2011 revealed that auto-posting to Facebook decreases likes and comments by up to 70% which can have a detrimental impact on a nonprofit’s EdgeRank score on Facebook. Chapter 5 :: Introduction to YouTube Channels. Chapter 5 :: Use the Colors of Your Avatar to Design Your Channel.

Social Media 252

Social Media Social Chapter Media 252

Care2

MAY 15, 2009

Email is a critical channel. Facebook General Growth data: More than 200 million active users The fastest growing demographic is those 35 years old and older More than 3.5 Facebook General Growth data: More than 200 million active users The fastest growing demographic is those 35 years old and older More than 3.5

Social Media 34

Social Media Tools Online Advocacy 34

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 18, 2013

In fact, a study released in the fall of 2011 revealed that auto-posting to Facebook decreases likes and comments by up to 70% which can have a detrimental impact on a nonprofit’s EdgeRank score on Facebook. Chapter 5 :: Introduction to YouTube Channels. Chapter 5 :: Use the Colors of Your Avatar to Design Your Channel.

Social Media 204

Social Media Social Chapter Media 204

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 28, 2007

into the chat line -If you have a comment or observation type ! I've always had chat as a back channel to a conference call and used it to summarize key points as a sort of electronic flip chart. We try and duplicate offline experiences (be they useful or not) and not really take advantage of the medium.

Synchronous 50

Synchronous Facilitation Practice Second Life 50

Achieve

JANUARY 31, 2022

If you only engage with your supporters via one digital communication channel, such as just Facebook or Instagram, you might find that you’re starting to repeat yourself or your post formatting is getting stale. Remember, a multichannel strategy requires considering every channel at your disposal — including direct mail.

Digital 52

Digital Communication Tips Virtual 52

Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

If you’ve been in the nonprofit industry for a while, you’ve likely heard that “direct mail is dead” or that offline fundraising is on the decline. Smartphones are in everyone’s hands and social networking online has become an everyday activity for millions of people. But … Offline Still Rules.

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