Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail? Do you pay your employees more to smile, to make eye contact, or to add energy to their voices? For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs?

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

One —Acknowledge Your Environment + Lead with Your Mission Yes, the presidential election is important and will be commanding the attention of the media and masses alike. As you bring your mission to your followers’ attention to connect and make direct asks, steer clear of generalizations. impact messaging in an election year?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2021

Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail? Do you pay your employees more to smile, to make eye contact, or to add energy to their voices? For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs?

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 12, 2022

I worked to develop my own voice. Stop trying to sound smart when you write fundraising emails. When you try too hard to sound smart, you sound inaccessible and inauthentic. Think about having a conversation with a friend and just sounding like you. Accept that people have short attention spans these days.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 22, 2023

If these scenarios sound familiar, this blog post is tailor-made for you. Initiate conversations via mail, phone, or email, and listen attentively. Listening to your donors’ voices can provide invaluable insights, guiding your fundraising efforts in the right direction.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

But just because there is no face does not mean there is no voice, and the voice still must be authentic. Authentic creative will look and sound natural and organic, not forced and artificial. In many cases, the “speaker” is not a person, but the organization itself.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The role of boards Wilds Lawson emphasized the responsibility of nonprofit boards to offer vital support for their leaders’ visions, faith in their leadership, and attention to their needs. Suppose you don’t have the benefit of a cohort, group, or coach you can use as a sounding board. Boards have to do a better job of saying “Yes!”

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

They are the foundation of sound stewardship which is genuinely acknowledging and thanking donors for their precious gifts of time and money. A lot of times these calls will result in voice-mail messages, but that’s okay because the message will still leave a strong impression. Photos typically catch more attention.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

A Personalized Approach : Your own system permits you to develop and maintain your unique branding and voice, building genuine connections with your audience. Now, you might be thinking: “This all sounds well and good, but how can we implement our own system, especially with budget constraints?”

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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? A donor relationship is no different. Simple as that.

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M+R

JULY 10, 2023

Whose voices are you choosing to elevate? 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. Q: How does it sound? How does it look?

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 10, 2013

Here are this week’s nonprofit highlights: What’s the sound of your nonprofit’s brand? With the ever declining attention span of your audience, it’s necessary that you start appealing to a broader range of senses. Have you ever thought about it? You should.

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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? It’s easy to feel like you’re the voice of your organization, and it’s tempting to try to talk like you are that organization. Teaching them something.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail? Do you pay your employees more to smile, to make eye contact, or to add energy to their voices? For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 26, 2017

Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail? Do you pay your employees more to smile, to make eye contact, or to add energy to their voices? For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs?

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 23, 2023

This is really important if you know the donor because it shows them you’re paying attention and noticed their donation. Your thank-you letter should touch the reader’s heart, not sound like an academic paper. Use my Kitchen Table Exercise to develop your conversational writing voice. So, write like you talk.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 2, 2014

Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail? Do you pay your employees more to smile, to make eye contact, or to add energy to their voices? For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs?

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Achieve

JANUARY 18, 2023

platforms that will capture audience members’ attention and motivate them to register for your event. Virtual nonprofit events can make it difficult to maintain attention. with polls and surveys to hear from your supporters and give them the opportunity to voice their thoughts. Social media. Post exciting content on relevant.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 23, 2014

Sometimes it’s as simple as paying attention to how she says good morning. Sometimes it’s the underlying tone of her voice. The point is that maintaining strong and healthy relationships takes time, energy and regular attention. I have to check in with my wife all the time to be sure everything is OK.

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Kindful

JULY 22, 2021

If you can, you should also provide a short bio and things that person has written that shows their voice so the fundraising writer can create something that sounds like it came from that person. There are several dates to pay attention to: . What content do you need? Is it a series of fundraising emails?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2016

Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail? Do you pay your employees more to smile, to make eye contact, or to add energy to their voices? For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2014

Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail? Do you pay your employees more to smile, to make eye contact, or to add energy to their voices? For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs?

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

But what really makes a story shine is a strong, concise message, told in a way only your unique perspective and voice can. A general rule of thumb for social video is that you have about three seconds to capture attention. And it's designed for a sound-off audience, which makes up most viewers on social media.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 16, 2023

” Any of that sound familiar? But if it’s a bigger issue that needs the full Board’s attention, it’s saved for the meeting and that particular item is pulled out of the consent agenda and placed on the upcoming agenda. Manage the meeting carefully so that the important items that need plenty of time and attention are covered.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 23, 2024

If it reads and sounds like spam to you, it’s probably going to look like spam to other providers,” McClelland said. At the American Lung Association, leaders don’t just hope for email to reach its intended audience but make a point of cultivating that audience throughout the year via regular updates.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 30, 2013

Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail? Do you pay your employees more to smile, to make eye contact, or to add energy to their voices? For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs?

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Neon CRM

MAY 22, 2023

Key elements to keep in mind should include: Your logo Color scheme Typography Imagery Brand voice And more! You certainly don’t want them to get to the end of your message and think, “That sounds confusing. To do so, be sure to mention matching gifts from the beginning! I’m not sure where to get started.”

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Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 13, 2012

and a text, and a voice mail, and a Facebook update, and a tweet, and a LinkedIn request) faded? I never realized how draining it is to have so many things pulling at my attention. Any excuse to cook and eat sounds good to me! (If Do you need a break from technology? Has the thrill of "You've got mail!" (and

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

By ranking higher in search results, you surpass the competition and gain the attention of potential donors who might have otherwise overlooked your organization. Facebook Include a main keyword in your Facebook Page name, but make sure it sounds natural. Competitive Edge: Prioritizing SEO provides a competitive edge.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

There is a huge need for adequate medical care and attention for for those struggling with mental illness. Or, depending on your Ask, it may make more sense to get straight to an engaging story to hook the reader’s attention. Don’t they deserve your voice and your passion? And YOU are their voice. Transition.

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Organization Mission: The California State Parks Foundation delivers innovative solutions for an excellent park system by facilitating park improvements, inspiring stewardship, supporting partners, advocating for sound policies, and connecting people to 280 state parks to enjoy now and for generations to come.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 13, 2017

I recommend having your script down pat so you can focus your attention on your donor. Mind your voice inflections, speed of your speech, volume and tone. If your voice inflects to a higher pitch at the end of your sentences like you are asking a question you will not sound confident or credible. Don’t cross your arms.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 28, 2014

Matt Fitzgerald , Attention Lab Director, Upwell. “Find a sounding board. You may be one voice, but there’s other folks who can help out” – @nickinsfo #SMoP14 — Megan Keane (@penguinasana) May 22, 2014. The panelists included: Cindy Johanson , Executive Director, Edutopia. SMOP14 @TSFF.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 4, 2023

They point out that missing-person cases involving people of color are less likely to be solved due to lack of attention and they strive to address this on-going issue. Our voices matter. Yet, we must ask ourselves, are these precious principles accessible to all, equally? Our truths matter. Our presence matters.”

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Judi Sohn

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

It’s unlikely that this phone will get any further attention from AT&T or Samsung since the Galaxy S II is the latest darling. Case in point this email I received from a developer after reporting a bug that he earnestly tried to fix but couldn’t: Sounds painful. My phone launched in May 2011 with Android 2.2

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 13, 2017

You want to pay a lot of attention to those people who call you, even if it’s to complain,” she said. When you’re writing thank-yous on behalf of an institution, it’s easy for your voice to end up sounding extra professional. Do you pursue those dissatisfied donors, or do you move on and set your sights somewhere else?

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

At the sound of our cheers, about 5 more people meandered in. It is important to make sure you are using people's stories in their own voices to convey your message; to meet your audience where they are. The room wasn't full, and when one panelist got up to speak, he had every intention of bringing more bodies into the room.

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