ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 29, 2012

But, when considering helping young graduates transition to a career in nonprofit or even helping a mid-career professional make the leap from a for-profit vocation to one in the nonprofit sector, there are a few basics to keep in mind when mentoring a new nonprofit worker. Teach or model a succinct delivery of the cause’s elevator speech.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 19, 2021

When there is a challenge to solve that involves multiple teams, is it easy to find and share data? Data director Eric Dayton says their transformation work set them up to pivot strategically in 2020 when COVID-19 challenged every aspect of their model. Do we make decisions based on data and evidence? About the Author.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2021

Successful leaders : Teach, coach, mentor, and inspire. I felt it was important for readers to see directly that leaders are not exempt from life's challenges and that learning from one's missteps is how we discover and build that next best version of ourselves. Set and execute strategy (level appropriate). Fight entropy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 5, 2021

Successful leaders : Teach, coach, mentor, and inspire. I felt it was important for readers to see directly that leaders are not exempt from life's challenges and that learning from one's missteps is how we discover and build that next best version of ourselves. Set and execute strategy (level appropriate). Fight entropy.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). So, decide today to secure a mentor who will work with you during 2011.

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Gyrus

JUNE 9, 2021

The methods and techniques for training and development of employees should be designed in such a way that they can deal with common challenges in an organization i.e., different learning and development habits of employees, dispersed workforce, lack of employee engagement as well as hectic schedules.

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Gyrus

JUNE 9, 2021

The methods and techniques for training and development of employees should be designed in such a way that they can deal with common challenges in an organization i.e., different learning and development habits of employees, dispersed workforce, lack of employee engagement as well as hectic schedules.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). A mentor always exercises the power of suggestion. They pose alternatives.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 16, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Gyrus

JUNE 9, 2021

The methods and techniques for training and development of employees should be designed in such a way that they can deal with common challenges in an organization i.e., different learning and development habits of employees, dispersed workforce, lack of employee engagement as well as hectic schedules.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 22, 2013

I did a measurement workshop at SXSW and we were in a traditional college lecture hall – fixed seating that rises, desks on the seats, and no room for small group interaction. It takes a little bit of hacking to create some interaction, but it was a challenge. How does the room set up support or fight your instructional design?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 15, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Everyone in the organization has something they can teach us, particularly those on the front lines of delivering programs and services. Successful fundraisers have an intuitive desire to mentor and empower others to succeed. Fundraising is aptly described as a combination of science and art.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2020

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

They actively seek out stretch opportunities they know will be challenging—or even very difficult They value challenges and find them energizing rather than draining. Question: Of the five EI-based skills, which one is typically the most challenging to master and why? They are highly effective mentors and coaches.

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Gyrus

MARCH 15, 2024

SIGNIFICANCE OF LMS IN CREATING A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: The value of LMS lies in its role as a tool that optimizes the efficiency of teaching and learning. LEARNING RESOURCES: It is crucial that learners get access to plenty of resources with them when they learn new skills or when they are assigned tasks or challenges during their work.

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Gyrus

MARCH 15, 2024

SIGNIFICANCE OF LMS IN CREATING A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: The value of LMS lies in its role as a tool that optimizes the efficiency of teaching and learning. LEARNING RESOURCES: It is crucial that learners get access to plenty of resources with them when they learn new skills or when they are assigned tasks or challenges during their work.

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Gyrus

MARCH 15, 2024

SIGNIFICANCE OF LMS IN CREATING A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: The value of LMS lies in its role as a tool that optimizes the efficiency of teaching and learning. LEARNING RESOURCES: It is crucial that learners get access to plenty of resources with them when they learn new skills or when they are assigned tasks or challenges during their work.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2019

Throughout the book, Williams provides detailed perspectives, tips, tools and practical advice to overcome the most typical challenges people encounter during the course of a career. Question : Why is mentorship important and how do you find a mentor? Williams : I write in my book – Chapter 3 – about official and unofficial mentors.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 13, 2011

David Burkus often provides valuable comments to my various Blog postings, and he's a person who effectively uses a board of advisers, instead of mentors, to help him achieve success. Here is one of my Blog's most popular posts from last year.now with updated information. David has written his own new book.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The challenge was to meet the needs of multiple audiences. We collaborate across teams and functions — this includes the Trailhead team that provides mentoring for our editors and writers, and all the support that makes the Trailhead magic happen.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 7, 2021

It’s challenging to do this from behind a desk. Teach your staff to fish: People aren’t born knowing how to build a major donor pipeline and expertly move folks through this pipeline. . — Fear of Being Held Back. Dear Fear of Being Held Back, You are right to be concerned about this. Provide training and/or coaching.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

The unique challenge for nonprofits—especially those that rely on in-person support—will be providing virtual opportunities to their supporters to adapt to this new environment. – Plan a weekly “teach in” series about COVID facts and advice. Raise awareness of critical, life-saving COVID-19 measures. Urgent issues. Urgent issues.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 29, 2022

Written by a wise, award-winning leadership and communications expert, Grossman supplies clear, timely, critical, actionable advice, how-to’s and tips for leaders as the pandemic continues to challenge us.and as we get past the pandemic. And, if you read only one leadership book next year, make it this one.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Getting development teams and their nonprofit boards to work in alignment can be challenging. Teach them that fundraising isn’t about asking for money; it’s about giving people the opportunity to give back and improve their communities. This is a great opportunity to teach your board about fundraising and workshop their skills.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 16, 2019

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 2, 2020

While conferences were once the only idea in gaining professional development skills, peer-to-peer mentoring is shown to give the highest output of learned skills. Peer-to-peer learning models is a great way for staff to mentor each other and either learn a new skill or strengthen a previous skill.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

You can mentor or teach a class with Tech Forward. For more, read How to Bring Systemic Change to DEI Challenges. Volunteer to support one or more of the thousands of Trailblazers pivoting to Salesforce careers from other industries. Assume Good Intent — and Have the Tough Conversations. About the Author.

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Gyrus

MARCH 4, 2024

They’re like friendly mentors, walking alongside learners and professionals, weaving personalized adventures that lead to the realms of knowledge and skill mastery. Teachers use it to put all their teaching materials in one digital place, giving students the ability to access it remotely. The result? Their goal?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2014

Don''t micromanage Don''t be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company''s strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 29, 2019

Throughout the book, Williams provides detailed perspectives, tips, tools and practical advice to overcome the most typical challenges people encounter during the course of a career. Question : Why is mentorship important and how do you find a mentor? Williams : I write in my book – Chapter 3 – about official and unofficial mentors.

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