Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

You’ll learn plenty more about what it means to burn the boats, how to unleash your full potential, and how to tear down your barriers to achieving success in Higgins’ new book, Burn The Boats – a business-advice and self-help book. By definition, revolutionary ideas and products are meant to be rejected long before they are embraced.

Mentoring 92

Mentoring Business Consultant Lecture 92

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Depending on the nature of the retreat, board members may be required to take a survey, review material, complete worksheets, read books, and participate in interview calls. Unify your nonprofit board Division and discord are surefire ways to squelch the productivity of a board. Most small group talk is dominated by one or two people.

Develop 68

Develop Create Tips Exercise 68

Classy

APRIL 27, 2021

To prevent burnout from taking over your nonprofit’s culture, passion, and productivity, you have to understand it. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but mental health in the nonprofit workplace is a topic that calls for an honest conversation all year long. Expert Advice to Prevent Burnout at Your Nonprofit. A: Definitely.

Culture 105

Culture Nonprofit Attitude Awareness 105

Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

Here’s my advice for finding the right consultant for your nonprofit. . Names would get added back in for the interview process. Interview questions. You’ll also want to develop your interview questions now, together with the criteria and evaluation matrix. Each resume gets a unique number instead. What was the outcome?”.

Consultant 125

Consultant Process Proposal Nonprofit 125

Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Without further ado, check out my interview with this consulting expert. As Tech Impact grew, I transitioned into Director of Technology Services where I now provide technology advice and solution development to nonprofits around the globe. Linda Widdop : Colleagues and clients rely on me to provide technology planning advice.

Interview 47

Interview Tech Pennsylvania Advice 47

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

And the best way to get to know your major donors is to ask good questions that spark conversation. An in-person meeting will be more productive in terms of building a relationship. For an in-person meeting, allow 90-120 minutes so you don’t have to cut a valuable conversation short. Let the conversation flow naturally.

Relationship 126

Relationship Question Donor Build 126

Classy

JULY 14, 2021

Virtual Fundraising Event Production and Technology. A key strategy JP’s team used for the production of the Collaborative event was using emcees. . Spend Time in Pre-Production. JP’s top advice for a successful virtual event production? Start in pre-production. Have an Emcee. How to Measure Success.

Virtual 105

Virtual Professional Marketing Fundraising 105

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 16, 2011

As Geoff writes in the book, “an understanding of what makes people fall in love with causes, products, services and ideas.&# That takes the discipline of listening to ensure that you understand your community, value them, and build a meaningful experience. These include: Conversation Starters. Relationship Approaches.

Empowerment 100

Empowerment Chapter Social Media Measure 100

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 22, 2007

I made a few tests to see how it might work I also got some advice from Jon Udell. For this screencast, I conducted several interviews lasting approximately 50 minutes. about his editing process for a screencast that uses this interview technique. about his editing process for a screencast that uses this interview technique.

Screencast 50

Screencast Camtasia Interview NTEN 50

Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2007

A couple months before graduation I went to my religion professor's office hours to ask for advice. I can't remember the details of our conversation, except that he used a lot of words beginning with "C": courage, commitment, calling, creativity. My advice: 1. What advice do you have for aspiring organizers?

Advice 40

Advice Difference Green Classes 40

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

As smartphones have become more sophisticated, video production has become accessible. We shared Yash’s invaluable insights on digital storytelling and we couldn’t resist sharing his advice on creating compelling videos. At the very beginning of my digital storytelling career, I didn't spend a lot of time on the pre-production.

Video 43

Video Create Guide Camera 43

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 2, 2011

I’ve been noticing that I tend to get more engagement on technology posts than social engagement posts, although when I worked hard at stirring the pot, there have been a few productive conversations. The problem with Google + as it stands right now (and it will be changing) is that lack of community features and mainstream adoption.

Google 119

Google Change Social Adopt 119

.orgSource

JANUARY 30, 2024

Throughout the pandemic, I fielded calls from colleagues asking for advice on a range of issues. Empathy— is the basis for all productive relationships. During the pandemic quiet quitting, or being present without being productive, became a thing. For example, a job interview, performance evaluation, or strategy decision.

Virtual 221

Virtual Work Skills Culture 221

Have Fun - Do Good

JANUARY 8, 2010

Below is an edited transcript of the interview, which you can also listen to on the Big Vision Podcast site , or through the iTunes Music Store. Our conversation began with Patricia explaining the need that La Cocina fills. We just bring to their attention where they could source their products. What is her niche?

San Francisco 48

San Francisco Interview Business Director 48

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 31, 2016

Drawing on extensive research, including a comprehensive, original workplace survey and in-depth interviews with Millennial managers, Millennials Who Manage , offers teaches Millennial readers how to overcome workplace perceptions and become great leaders. My advice is to accept the inevitability of both. Espinoza : Great question.

Management 40

Management Classes Advice Survey 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 8, 2009

I decided interview her because her slideshow, " Tweeting 9 to 5: The Daily Routine of a Slightly Insane Social Media Marketing Manager " caught my eye. Her advice about work routine is particularly valuable. I am fascinated by the power of social marketing to build brand awareness and community around companies and products.

Social Media 51

Social Media Media Work Social 51

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 3, 2016

We’d like to provide our readers with a peek into what we do each day to accomplish our mission by introducing members of the faculty and staff via short interviews and conversations. So we looked to expand on that and developed a whole product line and a business plan for them to be able to sell their work.

Baltimore 40

Baltimore Student Arts Lecture 40

Have Fun - Do Good

APRIL 24, 2007

Why should consumers buy Fair Trade Certified products? Paul Rice, the founding president and CEO of the Oakland based nonprofit, TransFair USA , answers these questions and others in an interview for the Big Vision Podcast. Paul Rice: TransFair is the only organization here in the United States that certifies Fair Trade products.

Nicaragua 40

Nicaragua Interview Brazil Companies 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 18, 2007

So, blog posts with tips on productivity are very much appreciated. Here's a terrific article from the Nonprofit Communications blog called " 10 Ways Communicators Can Stay Productive" and from the Blog Bash event here's some tips specifically for bloggers on productivity.

Nptech 50

Nptech PDF Conference Tag 50

Care2

SEPTEMBER 10, 2007

He has 20 years of management, public relations and media-development experience, including the production of TV and radio commercials and award-winning rich media websites. That said, you can still have decent production quality without spending an arm and a leg. How much should they be willing to spend on a good video?

Video 28

Video Interview Social Media Online 28

Connection Cafe

APRIL 27, 2011

I asked Brian what the elevator pitch for Children’s Memorial was, he said “in actual elevator conversations I don't have to give much of a pitch at all. Emily for CC: Share an anecdote about a project or specific campaign you worked on through Convio that was particularly exciting or interesting or productive.

Convio 47

Convio Children Chicago PDF 47

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 31, 2008

Interview with Jonathon Colman. What's the sweet spot between personal productivity and social productivity? Intergenerational Wired Fundraisers: A Conversation. Advice on How To Not Pitch Bloggers. What is your blog conversation strategy? Things You Can Do In Ten Minutes. The Cute Dog Theory.

ROI 50

ROI Widget Cambodia Metrics 50

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 30, 2007

A few blogosphere posts offering advice about online safety and what you can do help stop cyberbullying can be found here. If you're at the conference, hand me an index card the URL of a web resource that you discovered in a session or informal conversation, write a brief description, and hand it to me while at the conference.

Nptech 50

Nptech Tag Ning Machinima 50

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 9, 2007

I always try to incorporate new learnings and observations that I've discovered from the many interviews I do on my blog, resources discovered, and stories. During the morning and early afternoon session, I felt that some tables were having difficult conversations. I don't always present the same material everywhere I go.

Reflection 50

Reflection Slides Metrics PowerPoint 50

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 21, 2010

Sunday, March 21, 2010 Do Exit Interviews Knowing why an employee leaves your company can help you to reduce your employee turnover rate. So, do an exit interview whenever possible with each departing employee. The book is a quick and handy resource for any leader, manager or Human Resource professional.

Interview 44

Interview Kansas City Mentoring Kansas 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2010

Saturday, December 18, 2010 Great Year-End Advice For Leaders Lynn Flinn of EWF International in Tulsa, OK wrote the following in a recent newsletter. Thanks Lynn for this great end-of-the-year advice. Make conversation with your team. Its so powerful I wanted to pass it along. • Do something that you are afraid to do.

Advice 44

Advice Kansas City Mentoring Tulsa 44

Have Fun - Do Good

FEBRUARY 13, 2010

I've posted an edited transcript of my conversation with Rebecca during her interview for the Big Vision Podcast. Our conversation began with Rebecca describing how Nest works. There is a huge amount of education that goes into business growth, particularly within products, before women are ready to export.

Interview 66

Interview India Artist United States 66

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2010

Saturday, October 23, 2010 Key Interviewing Questions To Ask To Identify Leaders The next time you are interviewing a candidate and you want to access their leadership skills, consider asking the candidate these questions: What personal qualities define you as a leader? Make conversation with your team.

Interview 48

Interview Question Kansas City Mentoring 48

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 2, 2021

I don’t care what products people use as long as they’re the right ones for your organizational goals and budget and skillsets and all that stuff. . I’m spending money on this product. It’s going to be a lovely, low-tech conversation about high-tech stuff. So my advice for you here, low tech.

Technology 107

Technology Video Nonprofit Tech 107

Neon CRM

JULY 12, 2023

We sat down with Neon One’s Product Marketing Manager, Samantha Nyland, for an in-depth conversation about the ins and out of switching to a new nonprofit CRM. Sam: My best piece of advice when talking to stakeholders in your nonprofit is to ask questions that break things down into “needs” and “wants.” Do You Need a New CRM?

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit System Consultant Volunteer 52

Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 26, 2010

I've posted an edited transcript of my interview with Ashley and Carolynn for the Big Vision Podcast. Our conversation began with Carolynn and Ashley describing the path that brought them to start their own vegan bakery. It actually stemmed from a conversation that I was having with our friend, Chelsea. That was delicious."

San Francisco 41

San Francisco Delicious Fun Blogspot 41

Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 11, 2009

You can listen to the interview on the Big Vision Podcast : Or read the edited transcript below. I thought it was important to create a book that did not include animal products, especially because it's African-American cuisine, or "soul food." It wasn't being included in a lot of the conversations.

Authoring 43

Authoring New York City Delicious Green 43

BoardAssist

MARCH 29, 2016

Luckily for us, he has some great answers and advice. You use comprehensive checklists, you interview a wide range of people, you consider what skills and talents our strategic plan requires, you consider our key volunteers and partners. Rehearse the conversation ahead of time to help smooth out the tougher points. Thanks Tom!

Government 40

Government Director Chicago Problem 40

Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 16, 2009

In the edited transcript of my September 1st interview with co-author Lisa Witter for the Big Vision Podcast , she discusses how nonprofits can use four principles from the book, Care, Connect, Control, and Cultivate to get the word out about their cause. I ask parenting advice, and she asks me what it's like to go into an office every day.

Authoring 46

Authoring Marketing Change Interview 46

Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

The most important one for our conversation—95% of donors consider content created by nonprofits to be trustworthy! We hope you find their advice for nonprofit multi-channel marketing helpful! Pro tip: don’t ignore your website conversion rate. At BDI, we also see total website conversion rates of 8 to 10%.

Channel 59

Channel Marketing Fundraising Mail 59

Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 20, 2008

Their story was one of the ones that stood out the most for me from the series, so I was thrilled when a woman named Houria Iderkou, who set up a Causes campaign for KickStart on Facebook, contacted me to see if I'd like to interview Fisher. What follows is an edited transcript of our conversation on July 2, 2008.

Interview 40

Interview Tools Africa Kenya 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2010

Sunday, December 12, 2010 The Five Points Of Professionalism Heres more good advice from The Everything Coaching And Mentoring Book : Professional behavior on the job means that work habits are strong and consistent. . -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).

Professional 44

Professional Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 44