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OCTOBER 24, 2023

It sounds simple. Instead of focusing on your ideas, pay attention to others. Tone of voice, body language, and facial expression are clues to what or how people want to communicate. What’s the first lesson of Leadership 101? Begin with yourself. Be the change. Walk the talk—right? But it’s the assignment that’s easiest to fail.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2021

Pay close attention to this because it is likely that you will lose your audience’s attention at the same moments. Eileen on sound bites: “If you are watching an interview on TV and some brilliant sound bite rolls off the person’s tongue, chances are very high that did not happen by accident. Go deeper — use empathy.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

When you get that surround sound effect, you can’t help but want to learn more. Make sure your language matches the language of your audience, and the action is something that persona will actually want to do. Have you ever found yourself scrolling through the internet and noticing the same logo or hashtag everywhere?

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 9, 2017

Storytelling in a sound-off world. And as such, most of them are watching their videos with sound-off. Due to the muted, auto-playing nature of Facebook videos (and nearly all social networks), videos must work with sound off. This video works muted or with sound on. Did you know that Facebook is viewed mostly on mobile?

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

That means you need to pay attention to what you are sharing with donors and when, and how often they hear from you. If you’re not paying attention to what donors are getting from their experience of giving to your nonprofit, you’ll lose them. Which sounds better? See the hero language? Simple as that. A warm fuzzy.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 12, 2022

Amazing as it sounds, just ten minutes an hour of a nine to five job adds up to almost a full work day gone to waste by the end of the week. Use the power of body language. Also a great posture can reinforce your confidence as body language speaks to how we see ourselves as much as how others perceive us. Intentional breaks.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Acknowledge the donor for their gift – You’ll find the specific language in the 2 nd paragraph, along with how that gift will impact the organization’s ability to fulfill its mission. Your thank-you letter should be conversational and sound natural if read aloud. Element #4: Hero language. Element #9: Tax language.

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M+R

JULY 10, 2023

Eliminate, or clarify, any jargon or Official Language that may be opaque to readers. Use formatting — bold, bullets, text color, highlighting, graphics — to draw attention to the most important pieces and make the message scannable. If not, look for ways to use visual cues to draw attention to the most important content.

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Gyrus

MARCH 18, 2024

To cover up, some members have to attend training sessions during odd hours, which reduces contact, involvement, and attentiveness. Language and Cultural Barriers Language barriers can cause misinterpretations and a decline in participant interest during training sessions. Moreover, localizing the delivery medium (i.e.,

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Gyrus

MARCH 18, 2024

To cover up, some members have to attend training sessions during odd hours, which reduces contact, involvement, and attentiveness. Language and Cultural Barriers Language barriers can cause misinterpretations and a decline in participant interest during training sessions. Moreover, localizing the delivery medium (i.e.,

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Gyrus

MARCH 18, 2024

To cover up, some members have to attend training sessions during odd hours, which reduces contact, involvement, and attentiveness. Language and Cultural Barriers Language barriers can cause misinterpretations and a decline in participant interest during training sessions. Moreover, localizing the delivery medium (i.e.,

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 22, 2023

If these scenarios sound familiar, this blog post is tailor-made for you. Showcase Impact Through Stories: Share compelling stories or language that illustrates the positive impact the donor has had on the organization’s mission. Initiate conversations via mail, phone, or email, and listen attentively.

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APRIL 23, 2023

To do that, you have to connect with them emotionally through a story, a photo, and hero language that makes them feel special and important, like they personally stepped in and made a difference through their gift. This is really important if you know the donor because it shows them you’re paying attention and noticed their donation.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Authentic creative will look and sound natural and organic, not forced and artificial. It will use language, visuals, and other creative elements that are appropriate to the speaker in tone and content. Honest, human language matters. The soft power of authenticity is felt most keenly when other elements reach their limits.

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sgEngage

MARCH 31, 2023

But when information is needed to develop a sound strategy, is the data readily available? Format plain language into the body of an email based on their current portfolio metrics, like this: Your portfolio focus areas: 1. Is the technology meant to improve efficiency serving as a barrier to strategy development?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

Use “you” language. This may sound crazy, but a lot of people beat around the bush when asking for a donation and never really come right out and ASK in their fundraising letter. Both the letter and the envelope it arrives in can be designed to attract the donor’s attention. The letter doesn’t actually ask for money.

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

It builds that trust and earns their attention, so when you do have something to ask them, they’ll pay attention. Or even the next six months if the year sounds overwhelming! Well, the first part is that you have to grab their attention. You have to be evocative or surprising or attention-catching. They don’t!

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Choose an image or video that will grab this specific person’s attention. Speak to your donor in their own language by making your ask tangible —a physical and specific goal that one contribution can make possible. They should be able to see themselves in it, and clearly imagine how their gift will help change the world.

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Gyrus

JANUARY 22, 2024

Multimedia Incorporation Employing diverse forms of media like videos, sound clips, animations, and infographics can elevate your audience’s grasp and recall. Compelling Visuals Visual accompaniments are not merely ornamental but instrumental in seizing and sustaining attention.

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Gyrus

JANUARY 22, 2024

Multimedia Incorporation Employing diverse forms of media like videos, sound clips, animations, and infographics can elevate your audience’s grasp and recall. Compelling Visuals Visual accompaniments are not merely ornamental but instrumental in seizing and sustaining attention.

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Gyrus

JANUARY 22, 2024

Multimedia Incorporation Employing diverse forms of media like videos, sound clips, animations, and infographics can elevate your audience’s grasp and recall. Compelling Visuals Visual accompaniments are not merely ornamental but instrumental in seizing and sustaining attention.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 7, 2022

27 Features Your LMS Should Have GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - As more people realize the importance of eLearning, it’s critical to understand how organizations may profit from a sound learning management system (LMS). It enables the system to be offered in multiple languages based on the preferences or location of the user.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 7, 2022

27 Features Your LMS Should Have GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - As more people realize the importance of eLearning, it’s critical to understand how organizations may profit from a sound learning management system (LMS). It enables the system to be offered in multiple languages based on the preferences or location of the user.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 7, 2022

27 Features Your LMS Should Have Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems As more people realize the importance of eLearning, it’s critical to understand how organizations may profit from a sound learning management system (LMS).

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 20, 2021

In theory, it doesn’t sound too bad. One, it shows your donors that you’re paying attention to the specifics of their gift. Then, u se the “Conditional Content” option in your receipt builder to add language for specific types of restricted donations. . But it makes the donor think—a lot —about their gift.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

After all, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of causes vying for your donor’s attention. You can use whatever language suits your organization best, but it is nice to include some highlights from this year as well as program goals for 2025. Yes, this post may sound like a broken record but this step can’t be stressed enough.

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AUGUST 8, 2022

Nothing is more boring than boilerplate language: “Your donation will help us bridge the gap between mental illness and health care”. There is a huge need for adequate medical care and attention for for those struggling with mental illness. Use jargon or industry-specific language. Please give your best gift now.”

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 30, 2024

Instagram Reels, in particular, offer a dynamic and engaging way to share short, captivating videos that can capture attention and leave a lasting impression. Avoid jargon or insider language that may confuse newcomers. Add Captions A large portion of Reels are viewed without sound. Cut out fluff and filler.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Additionally, pay attention to your use of color when incorporating hover effects (i.e. Closed captions translate the various sound elements of a video into text as a visitor is watching it. Make sure your closed captions are legible, and allow audiences to choose from multiple language options if the software allows.

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CauseVox

JULY 31, 2024

Also, our collective attention span is evolving. In order to maximize a short attention span, it makes sense to marry visual and written content. It’s all about using the content you produce—like blog posts, photos, and testimonials—to attract attention, educate your audience, and encourage donations.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

How can you connect with your donors despite all the other ads, social messages, texts, and emails that are vying for their attention? That tip sounds kind of goofy, doesn’t it? Ditch the industry jargon and formal language when writing or speaking with your supporters. What Is a Donor Engagement Strategy?

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JANUARY 26, 2021

I don’t like the way I sound or look on camera.” By varying the styles of your videos, you capture your audience’s attention in different ways. Communicating with your supporters in an unexpected way is a great way to get their attention. Avoid an overly sweet or flowery language or imagery.

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MARCH 2, 2021

Facebook is loud and crowded with content competing for attention. Include a compelling photo with this post — and every post — to attract more attention! Make it sound interesting and juicy so folks will sign up. This type of language is warmer and more inviting. I know it’s frustrating. No one wants another newsletter!

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Connection Cafe

JULY 13, 2017

Strong and effective body language. I recommend having your script down pat so you can focus your attention on your donor. Only 7% of communication is verbal – a whopping 55% is your body language and eye contact! Strong and Effective Body Language. Body language can betray you. Asking is part art and part science.

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Whole Whale

DECEMBER 11, 2022

These acts mimic the standard set by the European Union with GDPR and many of the policies will sound familiar. If you were paying close attention when GDPR came around in 2018 and your organization is confidently GDPR-compliant , you are probably in good shape beyond some updates to privacy policy language.

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Top Nonprofits

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Movie streaming services, family members and pets, and noisy neighbors all add up to one thing— limited time and attention to dedicate to e-learning during COVID-19. Use language and conversations that are reflective of what learners will encounter. She lives alone, but that doesn’t mean her work-from-home attention span is stellar.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Angelina Jolie, Elton John, and Scarlett Johansson use their star power to bring attention to their favorite causes. Sounds great, right? If I were working with her as an ambassador, I would look for ways to wrap an Ask in the language of dance so she could talk to her dance friends about donating. But, I wouldn’t assume.

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