sgEngage

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Listen with Empathy During times of change, listening with empathy becomes a crucial skill. Apply the same skills when youre discussing a change in leadership and your donors will feel seen and heard. Bring Donors Along in the Change When theres a turnover, transparency is key.

Leadership 62

Leadership Discussion Donor Change 62

sgEngage

DECEMBER 6, 2024

This allowed us to create measurable goals backed by actionable data and to personalize our approach to donor engagement. I immediately tasked my team with creating a recruiting platform tailored to military veterans, and the results were remarkable. This career change has been one of the most rewarding decisions of my life.

Associations 98

Associations Dallas Blackbaud Impact 98

Association Analytics

JULY 20, 2021

Creating your unique product requires a dedicated team with the appropriate skills. Solution providers also have proven approaches to product adoption as the challenges for implementing analytics platforms and the associated change management are similar across associations.

Software 321

Software Build Analytics Associations 321

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? Most funders themselves use status quo problem-solving skills, so they expect you to do the same.

Skills 97

Skills Problem Proposal Grant 97

sgEngage

JANUARY 8, 2025

The nonprofit sectors reliance on grants creates a cycle of dependency, competition within ecosystems, and lack of skills in co-design, along with retention challenges that also suffocate innovation and impact. The lack of inclusion and empowerment in decision-making compounds these challenges. We think, feel, and work differently.

Grant 96

Grant Challenge Change Proposal 96

sgEngage

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Create a Single System of Record Having a single system of record breaks down silos within your organization, making it easier for different team members to step in and keep processes moving seamlessly. Look for community foundations with missional overlap and create plans for mutual support during a crisis.

Disaster 81

Disaster Hurricane Philanthropy Resource 81

Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

That’s where change management comes in. By implementing a change management strategy that’s geared towards their specific circumstances, nonprofits can help their staff members adopt new systems quickly and effectively. Change management: What is it?

Change Management 52

Change Management Change Management Nonprofit 52

sgEngage

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As you begin to execute your plans, keep a list of tasks or projects you wish you had the time for, and remember that by improving your processes you will be creating time for those important future projects. Ask them what they would change if they had a magic wand, but also ask them what they like and want to stay the same.

Change 89

Change Process Goal Map 89

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 10, 2022

As a nonprofit leader guiding your staff through changes over the last two years, you might have investigated change management. Change management is a set of tools and techniques your nonprofit can use to build buy-in and support staff members as you lead an organizational change. A “Why” Statement.

Change Management 52

Change Management Change Management Nonprofit 52

Cloud 4 Good

AUGUST 5, 2021

Now that you know how to place the right people in the right positions based on their skills to succeed, it is also important to ensure that you have implemented a governance model. Change Management: Managing the change within the project lifecycle or overall organization. Defining the “Rules of Engagement”.

Org 115

Org Government Support Change Management 115

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2010

Saturday, September 18, 2010 How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills Here is this weeks book recommendation. How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills This Week's Book Recommendation 3 Things Your Mission Statement Must Have Is Your Crisis Management Program In Place? And, the eBook is free!

Skills 56

Skills Communication International Mentoring 56

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2009

Two weeks ago, I had an opportunity to have a discussion at the Community Roundtable on the topic " How do you create a culture that is not afraid to fail ? " There were many takeaways, including providing a safe place for social media pilots. What skills and processes did you help people learn as part of this project? Make mistakes?

Social Media 89

Social Media Reflection Learning Media 89

NTEN

APRIL 22, 2011

By Grant Howe, VP Research and Development, Sage Nonprofit Solutions Want to create a more rewarding environment to retain and grow your techies? Technologists constantly need to stay up to date on their skills and emerging trends or they will become obsolete. Reap some quick improvement with these easy four tips!

Environment 63

Environment Tips Create Tech 63

sgEngage

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Importance of Change Management in Agile Transitions Adopting agile methodologies is not just a process change; it requires a cultural shift within an organization. Change management becomes critical in ensuring the success of this transition. What’s Next? Is your team equipped to collaborate effectively?

Research 92

Research Change Management Leadership Environment 92

sgEngage

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Facilitation: The Secret Sauce of Participatory Processes Especially when it comes to participatory decision-making, we believe that a skilled facilitator is essential. But these “soft skills” are not magic. They work to create room for differences of opinion and even conflict. Agreements should be regularly revisited.

Participatory 105

Participatory Facilitation Philanthropy Skills 105

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 10, 2009

Traynor's piece is a reflection on how network leadership is different from more traditional leadership skills for leading organizations. Armed only with the perspectives and skills honed in traditional settings, one who tries to lead in a network environment can find the task unsettling and disorienting.

Social Media 96

Social Media Adopt Media Social 96

Cloud 4 Good

JULY 6, 2021

Just like any technology, realizing success on the Salesforce platform takes careful maintenance, dedication to change management, and intentional roadmap planning. In sum, while BAs are typically experts in the functional business process requirements for a set of users, SUs are generally more technical in responsibility and skill.

Org 111

Org Support Skills Knowledge 111

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 12, 2010

Monday, April 12, 2010 Build These Leadership Skills I had the pleasure of interviewing Overland Park, KS-based author Leigh Branham recently. Posted by Eric Jacobson at 8:01 PM Labels: Leadership Books , Leadership Skills , Management , Motivating Employees 1 comments: davidburkus said.

Skills 40

Skills Leadership Build Mentoring 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 25, 2010

Tuesday, May 25, 2010 Play Team Sports To Build Leadership Skills Todays high school and college team sport athletes are learning leadership skills that will serve them well when they enter the workforce. . -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).

Skills 40

Skills Leadership Team Build 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 29, 2010

Thursday, April 29, 2010 Create Core Values Sometimes when you are leading an organization or business and struggling to articulate your core values, it helps to see how others have stated theirs. In past postings Ive shared Marriotts core values. And, the most important core value is customer focused! They're definitely simple.

Create 40

Create Mentoring Kansas City Leadership 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 31, 2009

Note from Beth: Several weeks ago, I published a guest post by Geoff Livingston called " Creating Movements." It is obvious that our skills directly translate into establishing an online presence. They are tasked with the important work of research, creating our policy agenda and providing strategy for legislative campaigns.

Social Media 92

Social Media Community Culture Facebook 92

sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2024

You can save yourself the pain of a directionless undertaking by creating a project charter. Make sure to document any specific resources necessary to successfully complete your initiative on time including: Skills and labor Financial/budgetary Technology/software Dedicated space 8. Are there budget requirements?

Project 110

Project Software Fund Help 110

Candid

AUGUST 23, 2023

Additionally, it should build on the unique skills and capabilities the organization brings to a community or field. In practice, this might mean considering where your nonprofit has a chance to grow, recognizing when ways of working need to adapt to changing conditions, or opting to rethink your mix of programs.

Nonprofit 98

Nonprofit San Francisco Resource Goal 98

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2023

If your organization needs to improve its grant writing skills, it is likely you are only going to seek grant writing consulting. If you organization needs to create more intriguing messaging, you will likely only seek out a communications consultant. However, changing culture will.

Consultant 114

Consultant Nonprofit Culture Causes 114

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2010

Sunday, September 26, 2010 How To Create A "Best Places To Work" Company Overland Park, Kansas-based author Leigh Branham, along with Mark Hirschfeld, recently completed a survey of 10,000 employees in 43 states to better understand what separates a "best places to work" company from other companies. Been looking at this book for awhile.

Place 45

Place Companies Work Create 45

NTEN

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

Too often, amateur accidental techies -- nonprofit staffers who have taught themselves technology skills -- find themselves in over their heads trying to develop databases, but forgetting to do business process modeling or change management.

Professional 74

Professional Technology Nonprofit Consultant 74

NTEN

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

We need a culture change. As a sector, we're woefully behind when it comes to evaluation skills. Though it's catching on, we have a long way to go, and we can't be expected to report on our effectiveness when we don't have the skills to do so. Or, as Lucy puts it, creating an effective marketplace for this kind of data.

Question 62

Question Roles Ratio NTEN 62

Bloomerang

JULY 29, 2024

Also, you can quickly view volunteer information such as skills, preferences, and qualifications to assess which roles will be the best fit for each volunteer. Features The Bloomerang Volunteer mobile app makes managing and communicating with volunteers simple. Manage check-ins from a mobile device and automatically track attendance.

Volunteer 105

Volunteer Benefit Track Mind 105

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 6, 2025

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. What's The Future Of Business?

Business 59

Business Leadership Captivate Authoring 59

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 9, 2013

The problem is that with the quickly changing landscape of today’s challenges the assembly line concept is not agile enough to adapt to those changes. Management philosophy for today. Work requirements often changed before the team could even complete the work. We assign roles, divide the work and get started.

Leadership 97

Leadership Structure Education Team 97

sgEngage

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The essence of knowledge work—shared meaning making—is how we come together to understand the world we are living in and co-create our society. Embracing the notion of shared meaning making enables us to name the specific ways that knowledge work supports both effectiveness of grantmaking AND social change at the same time.

Question 115

Question Change Grant Knowledge 115

NTEN

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

We need a culture change. As a sector, we're woefully behind when it comes to evaluation skills. Though it's catching on, we have a long way to go, and we can't be expected to report on our effectiveness when we don't have the skills to do so. Or, as Lucy puts it, creating an effective marketplace for this kind of data.

Question 57

Question Roles Ratio NTEN 57

sgEngage

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Students pursue advanced degrees with the promise of invaluable research opportunities, specialized skills, and increased earning potential. Yet it is critical to create a cohesive recruitment experience for all graduate programs at your institution.

Student 105

Student Tips University Application 105

sgEngage

MAY 28, 2024

These would include: What legacy does the nonprofit CFO want to create? Tip: Create mutually beneficial relationships across the organization. Want to learn more about the skills and experience CFOs need to help guide your nonprofit in today’s evolving landscape? What makes them proud to come to work and be part of a team?

Roles 100

Roles Nonprofit Culture Leadership 100

Gyrus

MARCH 17, 2024

Simulation training The training simulates real-world scenarios in a safe and controlled environment, allowing individuals to practice skills and knowledge without the risk of real-world consequences.

Train 52

Train Training Skills Classroom 52

Gyrus

MARCH 17, 2024

Simulation training The training simulates real-world scenarios in a safe and controlled environment, allowing individuals to practice skills and knowledge without the risk of real-world consequences.

Train 52

Train Training Skills Classroom 52

Gyrus

MARCH 17, 2024

Simulation training The training simulates real-world scenarios in a safe and controlled environment, allowing individuals to practice skills and knowledge without the risk of real-world consequences.

Train 52

Train Training Skills Classroom 52