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Mastering Nonprofit Board Recruitment: A Strategic Guide for Executive Directors

Bloomerang

Implement fair scoring and interview procedures. Set up interview processes that are as transparent as they are engaging. Consider using scoring rubrics or structured interview protocols to standardize evaluations and minimize bias to keep things equitable. Implement a board portal for communication and organization.

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How Can Nonprofits Build High-Performing Teams?

ASU Lodestar Center

Up to 77 percent of candidates find the interview experience a major factor in moving forward with an organization. Whether hiring a professional HR manager, outsourcing HR functions or recruiting an experienced board member, nonprofits need to cultivate a strategy to recruit, train and retain top talent. Build a Supportive Structure.

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An Interview with Jeska Linden about Nonprofits in Second Life

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

on July 18th and subsequently had a chance to interview her at her fabulous virtual office in Second Life. I went to the University of Detroit-Mercy where I got a dual BA in English and Communications. I think, as with any other technology, non-profits should first evaluate their own needs. Mentors in the community are great.

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What Does A Business Owner Need To Know When Hiring A Marketing Leader?

Eric Jacobsen Blog

I met Debbie a few years ago while we worked together on a training committee for MicroMentor , a nonprofit that connects small business owners with business mentors. Eric: What should be discussed during the interview process when searching for a marketing leader ? Eric: What personality traits are ideal for a marketing leader ?

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Resolve To Find A Mentor In 2011

Eric Jacobsen Blog

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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3 Coaching And Mentoring Tips

Eric Jacobsen Blog

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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[VIDEO] Creative Ways People Contribute to Community

Bloomerang

Well, what it means is that you’re communicating, right? He’s now one of my mentors, advisors, and dear friends. And how do we communicate that from them? I just had an interview with one of my guests very recently, and in the outtake I said, you know, “How was this interview for you?

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