sgEngage

JANUARY 4, 2024

Even before the end of the year, we are confronted with ideas such as “We can cross that bridge after the first of the year,” or “Let’s see what the new year brings,” or my personal favorite: “That’s a next year problem!” This year, I am challenging you to change. This year, I am asking you to think differently about leadership.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Learning and knowledge are intimately connected but are actually different. Although these may sometimes be talked about as the same, there are important differences. It comes from many different directions and perspectives and in many forms. We talked about our beliefs and experiences with ideas of truth, of research, of story.

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sgEngage

JUNE 4, 2024

People transform ideas into reality. Or you could try a different approach and double down on relationships instead of transaction, where your technology partners understand where your organization is going and how to most effectively and efficiently bring you technology to help you get there.

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Candid

APRIL 8, 2024

We value and celebrate the diversity of our ideas, backgrounds, and experiences as they help us better understand one another and better serve our communities and constituents. The post Candid’s DEI commitment, today, and for the future appeared first on Candid Blog.

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

As we evolve into a society that increasingly relies on software to manage everything from personal communications to banking needs, the debate over the pros and cons of configurable vs. customized solutions is a part of every software evaluation. What is the Difference Between Customized and Configured Software?

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

Colleges and universities that historically relied on their reputations may have to adapt their models to attract and retain different student populations, such as adult learners, online students, or individuals seeking tangible professional development opportunities. Here are some ideas to rejuvenate a shrinking pipeline: Collaborate.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

What happens when a new hire with a head full of ideas wants to switch to the software they used in their last job or learned about in college? As leaders, sometimes we need to pump the breaks and evaluate things from a different perspective. The post Combatting Innovation Creep first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog.

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sgEngage

MAY 25, 2023

In a sector that is so risk-averse—afraid of change, reluctant to explore new ideas, and adopt new practices—why do we rely on super risky problem-solving skills? As they wait, organizations, ideas, and potential progress suffer, and the riskier and newer a proposal feels, the more it is placed in the wait-and-see category.

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sgEngage

JUNE 28, 2023

Through this framing, the young people who participate in their grantmaking have started adopting language that has traditionally been reserved for a different community. “We By sharing these stories, you can inspire others to continue the work they are doing, or even inspire a young person to take an idea and make it a reality.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 10, 2010

Already, some of our advocacy work is progressing in large part because of savvy use of social media (see our blog about chemicals and toxics ). We have a mix of staff who dived into social media long ago (see our business innovation blog and green business twitter feed ), and others who have maybe sort of heard of Twitter.

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sgEngage

JULY 17, 2023

Here are a few ideas: Call human resources to see if mental health services are included in your insurance plan. And what works for you in this season of life and work may be different from what your organization needs in another season. This should be something you can do in 15 minutes or less. There is no one-size-fits-all approach.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 31, 2009

The post and ideas resonated with Holly Hight, a field organizer for Bread for the World. Our use of social networking has exposed many cultural differences within our organization. Policy and research staff have a different culture than those of us who work directly with individuals on the group.

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Forj

DECEMBER 29, 2017

This is our most popular Managing eLearning post every year, and by now we know you want to see the hype curve first. As always, we try to use this blog post to speak from our experience as a learning technology partner to organizations that provide continuing education and professional development. Trough of Disillusionment.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 10, 2009

Specifically around the question, "What it is in the culture of organizations that are able to make the shift that is different from organizations that cannot?" Leaders at EDF specifically brought Dave in because he thinks differently, he has that mindset. It operates by different rules and responds to different stimuli.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2010

Geoff Livingston did a great job at live blogging the first section in the morning. The afternoon featured six mini-workshops that drilled down in the use of the tools such as Facebook , Blogging , Storytelling , Listening , Twitter , and Social Media 101. The Colorado Trust blog has notes here.). Some Reflections.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 12, 2009

I've come across three different tools that embed these principles. These ideas are going to have an impact on the way nonprofits use the Web in 2010 and into the next couple of years. My Plancast for SXSW Session: Crowdsourcing Social Change. Or, if you're presenting complex ideas - to be able to provide a macro, micro view.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 16, 2009

I've been reflecting on the ideas shared at a panel called " Why Corporate Social Media Marketing Fails and How To Fix It " presented at the Web2.0 As Charlene Li pointed out, " Change management processes take years - you don't change over night. Downside: one side has no idea what the other is doing.

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NTEN

JUNE 8, 2011

But how do we make sure our community feels that its concerns are being addressed while not running in circles to meet every different or conflicting need? Have a Facebook group/page, a Twitter account, or other social web channels, and provide an open channel (like a blog or other social tool) on your own website.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Where do our ideas about IT come from? Defining the different roles helps avoid this. Each role has different things they need to be conscious of, and they need to champion those issues so that important things don't get ignored as the project unfolds. They often have ideas about what they think will make their lives better.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 5, 2006

I'm edging my way back into blogging sideways. I clicked through to her web site and discovered that she also happens to be the author a change management book called " Fearless Change: Patterns for Introducing New Ideas." One of the questions my father-in-law has begin to ask, "What's next?"

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NTEN

APRIL 13, 2011

Would it make you want to put in the hours and effort to make a difference? Beyond mid-year and annual performance reviews it is always a good idea to do a talent review within your nonprofit. But these five recommendations are meaningful and actionable ways that will make a difference to your organization. Really read it.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

you get the idea. These lists are frequently separate and "owned" by different teams. Maybe there's a donor list (updated by fundraising), a volunteer list (managed by the volunteer coordinator) and a fan list (engaged by the social media expert) and never the three (or more, as the case may be) shall meet. Does it need to be?

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 24, 2017

The Packard Foundation asked me to write a blog post about our 2016 staff restructuring (which they supported with a capacity-building grant). After an hour, I had 12 different versions of our staff structure, each in its own little box. I brought creative vision in the form of folded up pieces of paper with wild ideas on them.

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NTEN

AUGUST 10, 2009

It was chock full of great ideas and direction (not to mention threats of pinching ) for the 10NTC Agenda. Back office technologies and management. Change Management. Incorporating a blog into your communication strategy -- building a following, how it mixes with your media strategy in messaging to your stakeholders.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. Sunday, August 22, 2010 5 Tips For Generating Ideas From Employees Your employees have lots of ideas.

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Have Fun - Do Good

JANUARY 30, 2009

They are receptive to how their vision is going to manifest." --Jennifer Lee, Artizen Coaching Many of you have big visions for a better world and want to make a difference in 2009. If someone who you were coaching said, "I want to make a difference. I love that idea of "going toward the roar," 'cause it is actually easier.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. Did you know that the idea for the microwave oven came to the inventor, Percy L.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. companies using a blog for marketing purposes, your business likely will within the next year.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 12, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. Provide Post-it notes, and watch the ideas grow as employees post their ideas on the flip chart.

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Chart Ideas Kansas City Mentoring 40

sgEngage

AUGUST 29, 2023

They’re expert storytellers using data points to help others understand the financial implications of different decisions. Abundance Mindset The role of the modern CFO is not to shut down new ideas and requests, but instead to weigh the options and help figure out how to make it work financially and strategically.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. There is an important difference between giving your employees positive feedback and giving them praise.

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Bloomerang

JULY 17, 2021

And so I am not new to the idea about what it means to lead when the tide has shifted, but what I really had to come to understand over the last several years was what it means to really lead and manage your time and manage your team when your reality continues to change and the only thing that feels constant is change.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 15, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. David just launched his new App, called " Ask David." How To Write An Employee Satisfaction And Engageme.

Leadership 51

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. "Great Places To Work" Employee Perks New Book Shows You How To Set A Goal And Then Reac.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. "Great Places To Work" Employee Perks New Book Shows You How To Set A Goal And Then Reac.

Kansas City 51

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. Please continue to tell me what you want to read! How To Write An Employee Satisfaction And Engageme.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership Welcome! This blogs tips and ideas are perfect for managers and leaders of all types of small to large businesses and nonprofit organizations. Do I actively manage how I am authentic? Do I encourage people to share information?

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