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Adopting a New CRM? 4 Change Management Tips for Small Nonprofits

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The short answer: change management. What Is Change Management? Put simply, change management is making sure that the human element is always in the picture as new initiatives are put into play. They need to articulate the “why” this change is being made: Where is the change coming from?

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Navigate Change Management: Set Your Nonprofit Up For Success

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So, how can we strategically navigate change? It is one thing to adopt certain principles for how you will navigate change personally, but things get even more complicated and interesting when you are navigating change management as a unit, group, family, or organization. This is a proactive change.

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Change Management = Changing Mindset

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By thinking freely, I had no problem considering outrageous ideas to help, but my leadership brain applied the necessary guardrails to make practical and cost-effective decisions. Yes, there was support for change, but the most challenging part of this entire project would be the change management component.

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The Problem with Complex Passwords

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Instead of saying that complex passwords no longer make sense, the article suggests that the definition of complexity has changed. This is a good strategy: better passwords with a dose of change management tossed in for good measure. Complexity is now a few random words in a phrase, not a jumble of symbols and letters.

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Is It Time for Your Nonprofit or School to Make a CRM Change?

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Many data problems can be fixed by using your CRM as it was intended to be used, streamlining codes, or standardizing your practices. Change management: How does your team respond to change ? The key is to avoid repeating the same issues moving forward. How do they feel about your current tool?

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Key Qualities and Skills to Look for in Potential Board Members

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Each board member may bring a specific skill or may be a generalist, but in the aggregate, the board provides a full set of business skills to ensure that the executive director is employing best practices — whether it’s finance, budgeting, strategic planning, change management, or succession planning.

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Strategies for Building a Future-Ready Association in 2025 and Beyond 

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Cross-functional projects can bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to complex problems. Promote a Growth Mindset : Encourage staff to embrace change, experiment with new ideas, and learn from both successes and failures. When teams feel empowered to innovate, they are more likely to drive meaningful change.