sgEngage

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Whether it’s managing donor relationships, tracking progress, or measuring outcomes, leveraging the right technology can transform your organization and help you achieve goals that once seemed out of reach. For anyone considering a transition from corporate to nonprofit, my advice is this: Recognize that your skills do transfer.

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Associations Dallas Blackbaud Impact 98

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. I can guess this happens in every community, and it is frightening.

Skills 98

Skills Problem Proposal Grant 98

sgEngage

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Collaboration and Communication Having a plan for change is key, but to successfully create change, the organization’s stakeholders must be onboard. Nonprofit CFOs need to understand and embrace the organization’s mission, programming, and culture, creating relationships with the other leaders in the organization.

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Process Change Goal Map 96

sgEngage

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

I am still learning to this day how to make processes smoother and how we can engage our supporters and the community through relationship management and Blackbaud solutions. Transformation requires change management, however. How did you partner with others in the organization to bring them along on the journey?

Atlanta 98

Atlanta University Database Director 98

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?

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Research Change Management Leadership Environment 97

sgEngage

MARCH 4, 2024

Universities across the globe face challenges with successful digital transformation and what it means for their fundraising and alumni data, legacy systems, data literacy, and access to skills. Having that same supplier relationship across all stages of the technology lifecycle ensures access to external expertise on an ongoing basis.

Education 105

Education Technology University Fundraising 105

NTEN

JUNE 6, 2011

While she does see the potential for overlap, especially in a small-staff situation, she identifies some key differences in the necessary skill sets for each role. For example, Debra includes "Conflict management" as well as "Understanding of community-building" in her list of requirements for a Community Manager.

Communication 90

Communication Management Community Nonprofit 90

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. Skilled facilitators consider how to recognize and appreciate participants. Agreements should be regularly revisited.

Participatory 105

Participatory Facilitation Philanthropy Skills 105

sgEngage

JUNE 25, 2024

To supercharge opportunities, charities must have a clear annual plan for continuous improvement, strong vendor relationships and a team with an open mind. To do so, your charity needs to invest in vendors and solutions that bring expertise to donor management and to consumer and donor engagement.

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Team Fundraising Tech Charity 98

sgEngage

MAY 28, 2024

Tip: Create mutually beneficial relationships across the organization. Structure relationships that are mutually beneficial for all parties and will ultimately benefit the entire organization in the long term. Want to learn more about the skills and experience CFOs need to help guide your nonprofit in today’s evolving landscape?

Roles 104

Roles Nonprofit Culture Leadership 104

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 3, 2009

For nonprofits, that means moving from the transactional to the constant relationships. As we discovered last week from looking at movement building , relationship building skills are really important. what does this type of relationship building look like in the weeds? I got curious.

Social Media 86

Social Media Life Media Social 86

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 31, 2009

It is obvious that our skills directly translate into establishing an online presence. Hearing about the bill from us first increased our legitimacy and built the relationship with our network. How are you changing the culture of your organization to embrace social media? Tags: change management.

Social Media 92

Social Media Community Culture Facebook 92

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 6, 2025

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. In the book, you'll find over 100 ready-made stories you can use as templates to tell your stories.

Business 59

Business Leadership Captivate Authoring 59

NTEN

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Kaufman described eight traits of a successful technology leader: Functional business orientation and communication skills Political savvy. Show functional business orientation and communication skills Show colleagues that you can think like they do. Relationships? The soft skills are often the hardest to acquire.

Technology 93

Technology Skills Oakland Leadership 93

Bloomerang

JULY 29, 2024

According to the Volunteer Management Progress Report , recruitment was the top challenge and priority of volunteer coordinators in 2023. Volunteer apps help widen your reach to new audiences, stay in touch with current volunteers, and build stronger relationships through a positive volunteer experience.

Volunteer 105

Volunteer Benefit Track Mobile 105

sgEngage

AUGUST 29, 2023

Collaborative Leader They have experience building teams and fostering a positive work environment by developing the skills and talents of team members. They have built positive relationships with financial institutions, auditors, legal advisors, and other professionals to help further the operations of the organization.

Challenge 98

Challenge Organization Interview Roles 98

sgEngage

DECEMBER 27, 2023

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. Questions are instrumental to successful grantmaking that focuses on change. Knowledge processes always start with some explicit or underlying questions.

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Question Change Grant Knowledge 116

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

A strong mentoring relationship allows the mentor and the mentee to develop new skills and talents, to build confidence, and to build self-awareness. Proper mentoring takes a commitment from both parties and it takes time to develop and to reap the rewards of the relationship. Will the relationship have good personal chemistry?

Mentoring 64

Mentoring Kansas City Leadership Skills 64

NTEN

APRIL 22, 2011

Spend time building a relationship. As a manager, you are your own best retention and job satisfaction tool. The number one reason people leave companies is because their relationship with their manager is poor. The relationship matters even more than compensation!

Environment 63

Environment Tips Create Tech 63

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 11, 2014

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. In the book, you''ll find over 100 ready-made stories you can use as templates to tell your stories.

Leadership 56

Leadership Captivate Authoring Demographics 56

Gyrus

MARCH 2, 2021

By the 1900s, there were corporation schools where production workers could gain the necessary skills needed to work at facilities. Gyrus is one of the most popular and valued platforms that offers competent learning management systems competent learning management systems for your employees to enhance their learning abilities and skills.

Training 52

Training Train Roles Process 52

Gyrus

MARCH 2, 2021

By the 1900s, there were corporation schools where production workers could gain the necessary skills needed to work at facilities. Gyrus is one of the most popular and valued platforms that offers competent learning management systems competent learning management systems for your employees to enhance their learning abilities and skills.

Training 52

Training Train Roles Process 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.

Training 52

Training Train 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.

Training 52

Training Train 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.

Training 52

Training Train Skills Classroom 52

sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

Today’s students see high tuition costs, increased demand for skilled labor, and a decline in degree requirements for open positions. Ensure your marketing, website, and social media appeal to a broad audience and reflect an ever-changing student population. Leverage student and alum relationships. Diversify your pipeline.

Education 98

Education Student Award University 98

sgEngage

MAY 14, 2024

You cut your teeth on accounts payable and have managed more than your fair share of audits. You want to use your accounting skills for an organization that makes a difference. Along the same lines, your stakeholder relationship is very different. You can run a profit and loss statement in your sleep. Congratulations!

Profit 111

Profit Nonprofit Grant Fund 111

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 16, 2021

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. In the book, you'll find over 100 ready-made stories you can use as templates to tell your stories.

Leadership 52

Leadership Business Captivate Authoring 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. In the book, you'll find over 100 ready-made stories you can use as templates to tell your stories.

Leadership 52

Leadership Captivate Authoring Demographics 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 17, 2020

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. In the book, you'll find over 100 ready-made stories you can use as templates to tell your stories.

Leadership 52

Leadership Captivate Authoring Demographics 52

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Clearly Identify Roles and Responsibilities The Difference Between Skills, Qualifications and Experience How Should Soft Skills and Personal Characteristics Be Incorporated? The Difference Between Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience Skills are the abilities, techniques, and knowledge a person has acquired over time.

Job 59

Job Nonprofit Roles Skills 59

Cloud 4 Good

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Digital Innovation Through Data + Relationships. The Foundation’s Salesforce solution has enabled better multi-touch tracking of donors, supporting opportunities for more creative moves management. Sustained Success Through Training + Communication.

Children 92

Children Help Foundation Story 92

NTEN

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

The same holds true for lawyers, investment bankers, firemen, and doctors; their skills are not needed in day-to-day operations at the management level of a nonprofit. Once the building is done, however, there's little need to have the architect stick around.

Leadership 94

Leadership Tech Conference Lecture 94

sgEngage

JULY 22, 2024

You may have people with a variety of abilities, resources, and skills applying for your funding, so keep your application accessible. Build Stronger Relationships with Streamlined Applications You build trust with your grantees when they recognize that you are taking their time and resources into consideration with your application.

Application 102

Application Grant Language Review 102

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 20, 2013

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. In the book, you''ll find over 100 ready-made stories you can use as templates to tell your stories.

Business 45

Business Leadership Captivate Authoring 45

sgEngage

MARCH 12, 2023

Your mission statement should be a living document that evolves as your organization and community change. Engage Your Community This means listening to feedback, understanding their concerns, and building relationships with community members and stakeholders.

Organization 97

Organization Change Community Evaluation 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 9, 2015

It’s all about relationships, networking, and developing others,regardless of titles. In the book, the authors share an overview of the “soft leadership development skills” that should be developed in younger leaders that are essential to the success of a fluid workplace. If not, how does it need to change?

Review 50

Review Leadership Chapter Skills 50