Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 9, 2023

Just as impressive was her personal transformation, having overcome childhood challenges to become one of the world’s most influential business leaders ( Fortune magazine’s #1 Most Powerful Woman three years in a row). Divided into three sections—Me, We, and Us—the book provides you the actionable advice of a personal coaching session.

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.orgSource

JUNE 10, 2024

podcast , Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy and Jennifer Proctor ,orgSource consultant, explored the challenges involved with giving ourselves and our teams room to grow. To maximize that potential, it’s important to open space for newly acquired skills to grow and develop. On a recent Association 4.0

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.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2024

Of the four bullets listed above, the last two seem to be the most challenging. There is plenty of advice out there, and most leaders have the management skills to retool organizational structures for better communication and greater agility. But that is also probably the most challenging solution.

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Media Cause

MARCH 10, 2022

Read as they share their unique journeys to leadership and even more powerful—the advice they would give to their younger selves. . That’s really where I started building my skills, my confidence, and learning how to navigate the industry. Share a piece of advice you’d give your younger self. Amy Small.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Even when you love your job, without the right support, it’s easy to experience symptoms of leadership fatigue like these. You could use some fresh advice. Solutions Day is the perfect antidote to leadership fatigue. We call that constellation of skills, Association 4.0 leadership. The thrill might not be gone.

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Twenty Hats

DECEMBER 15, 2020

One of the wisest pieces of advice I ever received came from a supervisor of volunteers at my former workplace, a CASA program. The intervening years may have felt discouraging, as the outcome was unknown and the challenges that she wished to resolve persisted. I’ve experienced long waits myself.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Many of the characteristics we identified are the same skills that entrepreneurs use to grow start-up ventures. I’ve summarized advice from our contributors to offer practical ideas for beginning to integrate the Association 4.0 At.orgSource we call that collection of wisdom our Association 4.0 Association 4.0:

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sgEngage

AUGUST 2, 2024

We relied on each other for advice early in our careers and now, decades later, I continue to learn from her. If they have the work ethic, the drive, the tenacity, and mostly the adaptability—to me, the top skill for a fundraiser—we can teach them everything fundraising, the giving mechanisms, and how to make the ask,” White said.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2024

63% are worried about the security risks posed by AI 58% are worried about this really steep learning curve that their entire team has to go through to understand how to use generative AI The last point highlights a perceived challenge that, in practice, becomes less daunting once users engage with tools like Copilot.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Today’s business leaders are faced with many challenges: intense competition, increased regulation, and the need for constant innovation. Leadership Fitness : Leadership philosophy, personal performance, mental training, and ability to master time and calendar. And actions are only as good as the thinking behind them.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 16, 2021

Stumped for what leadership and business books to add to your winter reading list? Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. His advice?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 17, 2020

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. His advice? Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 16, 2021

The lack of structure can be challenging. You’ll hear this advice over and over again from successful people with diverse backgrounds, from the likes of Oprah Winfrey to Steve Jobs. Similarly, Cendana’s advice to those interested in pursuing executive leadership roles is to find an executive director who is willing to mentor you.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2020

The following 10 leadership and business book authors recently answered this question for me: Question: While we surely will find ourselves challenged by COVID-19 in the foreseeable future, what is the most important thing a leader can do as they lead their business/organization? and Ignite Your Leadership Expertise.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

This requires embracing opportunities for skill development, whether through reading books and articles, attending conferences and workshops, or participating in online courses and webinars. Invest In Training and Workshops Some of the best resources available in any industry are training programs, webinars, and workshops.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Today’s business leaders are faced with many challenges: intense competition, increased regulation, and the need for constant innovation. Leadership Fitness : Leadership philosophy, personal performance, mental training, and ability to master time and calendar. And actions are only as good as the thinking behind them.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

learning the skills you need to be adaptive to changing conditions. King also recommends you develop and benefit from three information networks : Informal Advice Network – the people you go to for advice regarding a challenge or problem you are experiencing at work. getting support for your next promotion.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

The following 10 leadership and business book authors answered this question for me: Question: While we surely will find ourselves challenged by COVID-19 in the foreseeable future, what is the most important thing a leader can do as they lead their business/organization? and Ignite Your Leadership Expertise.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. His advice? Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 13, 2018

I recently had the pleasure of attending a Better World Leadership event in NYC at which Alice Korngold presented the findings of the 2018 Nonprofit Board Leadership Study. Alice emphasized the larger benefits that companies gain through nonprofit board leadership initiatives. Advice for nonprofits.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Boorstin shares that whether you’re a woman looking to rise in your organization or taking on a new leadership position, or a male leader looking to empower women in your organization this book is for you. Can you share your favorite piece of advice? These leadership approaches work–and men should benefit them as well.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 29, 2019

Step by step, Egnal demonstrates how effective leaders reject fuzzy terminology in favor of the language of leadership. And, by language of leadership, he means using language that clearly and powerfully brings ideas to life for the audience. Leadership is not based on transferring information; it is based on transforming people.

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Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2024

Today’s question comes from a development director who wants advice on how to enact board term limits: Dear Charity Clairity, We don’t have term limits for our board and, as the development director, I think this is becoming a problem. These qualities may be demographic, cultural, skills-based, or industry-based.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. His advice? Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 22, 2018

Step by step, Egnal demonstrates how effective leaders reject fuzzy terminology in favor of the language of leadership. And, by language of leadership, he means using language that clearly and powerfully brings ideas to life for the audience. Leadership is not based on transferring information; it is based on transforming people.

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Qgiv

MARCH 8, 2022

Something you may not realize is that despite women making up almost half (47%) of the US workforce, they hold l ess than one-third (28%) of the leadership positions in tech. Qgiv: What advice would you give to a young woman interested in software engineering? Sandra: My biggest advice would be to not get intimidated by the field.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Recruitment challenges have been listed as one of the upcoming trends to look out for in 2024. Ensure your job descriptions are comprehensive by covering the following items: Soft and hard skills. Soft skills refer to intangible qualities like communication , leadership, and adaptability. Preferred skills.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Recruitment challenges have been listed as one of the upcoming trends to look out for in 2024. Ensure your job descriptions are comprehensive by covering the following items: Soft and hard skills. Soft skills refer to intangible qualities like communication , leadership, and adaptability. Preferred skills.

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sgEngage

JUNE 3, 2024

Have you considered a board composition matrix to identify your board’s strengths as well as gaps in skills and representation? Board work is serious business and most in this age group would not be experienced enough for the challenge. My advice to other nonprofits to connect with Gen Z audiences is to be engaging. can pay off.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. His advice? Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders.

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

Training methods are meant to help employees learn or increase their knowledge or skills and improve performance. NEED FOR TRAINING METHODS: Training methods allow the organization to help its employees learn skills that are necessary for their position or role in the organization and help them increase or improve upon those skills.

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

Training methods are meant to help employees learn or increase their knowledge or skills and improve performance. NEED FOR TRAINING METHODS: Training methods allow the organization to help its employees learn skills that are necessary for their position or role in the organization and help them increase or improve upon those skills.

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

Training methods are meant to help employees learn or increase their knowledge or skills and improve performance. NEED FOR TRAINING METHODS: Training methods allow the organization to help its employees learn skills that are necessary for their position or role in the organization and help them increase or improve upon those skills.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 11, 2014

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. His advice? Leadership Conversations -- Challenging High-Potential Managers To Become Great Leaders.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Boorstin shares that whether you’re a woman looking to rise in your organization or taking on a new leadership position, or a male leader looking to empower women in your organization this book is for you. Can you share your favorite piece of advice? These leadership approaches work–and men should benefit them as well.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 10, 2023

As the creator of the iconic “Corner Office” column in the New York Times , Bryant has spoken with more than a thousand leaders over the years about the challenges and nuances of leadership. He adds that the book is useful to everyone who is interested in leadership, regardless of where they are in their career.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

The matrix is a diagram that helps the board outline its current characteristics, pinpoints gaps in demographics or talent, and identifies what skills are needed in the future. This is an opportunity to look beyond the usual suspects toward the eclectic mix of talent that a challenging future demands. Celebrate Success.

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