Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 16, 2023

But not all of these may be immediately on display when you’re interviewing someone – so you have to ask the right questions to find out! However, most candidates will have a handful of success stories to share. How do you handle difficult conversations with donors who may be unhappy with their donations? Sell me this pencil. (An

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The introduction of ChatGPT from Open AI makes for jittery breakroom conversation. But when the chatbot can write an essay, that’s another story. When.orgSource engages with a client, we frequently interview the staff. Survey the group and, as much as possible, interview individuals.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 24, 2021

In this interview, Stevenson shares his thoughts on how we seek to reconcile as a nation, how he personally handled prejudice and racism, his path to his true calling, and how he finds the strength everyday to keep on fighting. We tell a wonderful story about our evolution. DT: Let’s talk about the evolution of EJI.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 23, 2011

A few weeks ago, she reported back to the group some of the results of our work with some insights based on Google Analytics charts. Shonali kindly agreed to an interview to share this story more broadly. Analytics really do tell stories! What’s elevator speech for the organization, he campaign and your role.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Fiver used their story of Camp WiFiver to inform their 2021 #GivingTuesday campaign. Based on our conversation with Melissa, we’ve also distilled some key insights to think about when building your #GivingTuesday campaign strategy: 1. Insights From Fiver. Ask In-Person.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 20, 2020

Introducing Nonprofit Digital Sponsorships: Creating a live or on-demand co-branded online content series that provides value and shares impactful stories for viewers. . I recommend StreamYard for its low cost of $20 per month, ability to brand Lives with logos, go live on multiple channels, have a split-screen conversation, and much more. .

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 24, 2010

Learn more in the interview below. A mosaic of experiences, stories and projects with Web 2.0 Why not talk face to face with people who pass through the network to be part of our day without having shared a conversation out loud. to-face conversation and, through a short video that summarizes the meeting and share.

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Forj

MAY 18, 2021

Video interviewing platforms frequently field questions around the benefits of implementing video interviews when you are already using a video chat or video conferencing tool. When it comes to the interview process, it’s crucial to the candidate experience, time to hire, and hiring goals, to use the best tool to suit your needs.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 24, 2010

I’m thrilled to have the chance to share an interview with her here and encourage you to add your questions in the comments! This interview is part of her virtual book tour; check out the full calendar of events. What’s your story; how did you get started with nonprofit marketing?

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Media Cause

JUNE 1, 2024

We began this series with Part 1: Telling an Impactful Story through The 5 Building Blocks of a Digital Advocacy Campaign In this installment, we focus on how to foster authentic relationships with and amongst your audience—relationships that are critical to creating a human connection that fuels movements and drives change.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

Each week, I interview association and nonprofit CEOs, Presidents and Executive Directors about the things their organization is doing to increase membership, generate revenue, and ultimately thrive. I am absolutely loving the conversations I’m having with my guests, some of whom are clients, while many are not.

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The MatrixFiles

MAY 1, 2024

If you want to hear stories about when, why and how I started the company, listen to this week’s episode of Associations Thrive. For a change, Leah Monica, Director of Marketing at Matrix Group, interviewed me about my personal journey and the journey of Matrix Group. How do you have a fierce conversation with someone over Zoom?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

Most blogs are no longer written in the first person and serve more to tell the stories and news commentary of a nonprofit, rather than the opinions of its leadership. The conversation has shifted from blog comments to social media. 7) Tell the story of a community served by your nonprofit.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 27, 2010

You can learn more about John and OpenAction in the interview below. That’s a funny story actually, but I suppose many entrepreneurs have similar stories. Do you have any lessons learned or stories you can share with other social entrepreneurs? I love thinking about the famous stories of Davy Crockett here.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2010

On Facebook, we’ve had some great success with Facebook Causes generating donations and our Facebook Fan Page driving traffic to our stories on nature.org. We have a decentralized team of 10+ staff contributing stories to our social media channels. Related Links: Book Research & Interviews. ? Book Tour ?. ?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Depending on the nature of the retreat, board members may be required to take a survey, review material, complete worksheets, read books, and participate in interview calls. Practice telling stories Another skill of being a good mission ambassador (and fundraiser) is the ability to tell stories.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 8, 2021

Using this research to tell an impressionable story, you can create a convincing grant application that will get your nonprofit the resources it needs. Get noticed among the giant stack of proposals with a powerful story about your organization’s impact. After each conversation you have, send a thank you note.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

Each week, I interview association and nonprofit CEOs, Presidents and Executive Directors about the things their organization is doing to increase membership, generate revenue, and ultimately thrive. I am absolutely loving the conversations I’m having with my guests, some of whom are clients, while many are not.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Share the hard data with your Development Committee and have a conversation about it. Ask them to share their stories and experiences with your organization and invite others to contribute. Share updates, success stories, donor giving stories, and milestones. If not, commit to doing so going forward.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2024

Effective communication can turn these interactions into meaningful conversations, creating deeper connections and long-lasting engagement. Beyond font selection, it’s essential to adopt a conversational tone that resonates with your donors. This could be done through surveys, interviews, or even casual conversations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 11, 2010

While we've used traditional research methods, including a survey of 720 Challenge Participants and interviews, we are facilitating “Conversational Case Studies” that explore best practices in integrating social media with fundraising campaigns by the America’s Giving Challenge (AGC) winners. What techniques are you using?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The 67 in-depth interviews included conversations with some of the world’s most prominent and inspirational current and former CEOs, including Reed Hastings of Netflix, Sony’s Kaz Harai, and General Motors’ Mary Barra. Dewar/Keller/Malhotra: Honestly, we can say that every CEO inspired us with their stories, and each in unique ways.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 15, 2024

They parse the grant documentation to understand if their organization is a good fit, they gather information from throughout the organization, and they mold it into an engaging story about the important work the organization is doing.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

The agenda was packed, with 30 more plenary sessions per day (highlights here ) ranging from 5 minutes solo presentations, 10-20 minute panel discussions, and live interviews via skype. But the speakers were not just technologists, they included global leaders – many who are used to a different format for conferences.

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sgEngage

JUNE 22, 2021

Here are some examples: User Interviews. Tell me a story about how or why our mission is meaningful to you. Data obtained from user interviews can be used to develop Audience Personas , to help guide design and content creation for your website/emails and to get ideas for improving events. Social Media Engagement.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 30, 2021

After all, y’all said so in the three interviews we had with the staff, Executive Director, and the Board of Directors. The book is an anthology of stories written by fundraisers of color in the United States and Canada: . I’ve landed in a soft place and now felt free to share my story without the fear of retaliation or condemnation.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 14, 2022

The 67 in-depth interviews included conversations with some of the world’s most prominent and inspirational current and former CEOs, including Reed Hastings of Netflix, Sony’s Kaz Harai, and General Motors’ Mary Barra. Dewar/Keller/Malhotra: Honestly, we can say that every CEO inspired us with their stories, and each in unique ways.

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Roundtree

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Premier donor-marketing firm releases podcast featuring conversation from nonprofit leaders on what it takes to cultivate and grow a strong donor base. The podcast will feature conversations with renowned nonprofit leaders about what it takes to grow a donor base and lead a thriving organization. Roundtree Launches New Podcast.

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VQ Strategies

JANUARY 18, 2021

Day, designated as a National Day of Service, I was interviewed by Meghan McCarty Carino for National Public Radio about how organizations have adjusted their MLK Day of Service plans given the pandemic. Yet, there’s much more to the story. In anticipation of today, the 2021 Martin Luther King Jr.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 14, 2021

Interview, interview, interview your volunteers. I advise having lengthy conversations over a call or orientation. Founder of light-on-light, a project addressing the stories of individuals and organisations making a positive and intentional impact on society. Get to know your volunteers and what they can do.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 4, 2011

In the evening on April 5th from 6-7 PM PST, I’ll facilitate an evening conversation about inspirational stories of the power of networks. A Tale of Different Networks: Netsquared and TSG (Video interview with Marnie). Story of Stuff. The Story of Stuff: An Inspiring Story.

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VQ Strategies

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

In the last week, I’ve interviewed three different volunteer engagement professionals about volunteer retention as their organizations are in various stages of reopening and recovery from the pandemic-related restrictions on volunteer engagement. However, it’s never too late to have the conversation.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 3, 2011

Lots of museums these days have video comment booths to invite visitors to tell their stories, but how many of those booths really deliver high-impact content? Last week, I talked with Tina Olsen, Director of Education and Public Programs at the Portland Art Museum, about their extraordinary Object Stories project.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 31, 2009

Today, we had an amazing conversation and interview with Cecile Richards and Tom Subak to learn more about Planned Parenthood 's Social Media Strategy and their movement building techniques. A couple of takeaways from the interview: Leaders Lead Culture Change. We help guide it."

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

And the best way to get to know your major donors is to ask good questions that spark conversation. For an in-person meeting, allow 90-120 minutes so you don’t have to cut a valuable conversation short. When the conversation begins, follow the donor’s lead. Let the conversation flow naturally. Understanding them. .

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

A conversion-optimized donation page. A/B testing involves creating two different versions of a webpage and assessing which drives more engagement and conversions. A conversion-optimized donation page. To facilitate this journey, ensure your site is optimized for telling your organization’s story. Motivational imagery.

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Bloomerang

JULY 16, 2021

You’ve started applying for jobs and have lined up a few interviews. How do you prepare for interviews? Tell your story of being laid off in a respectful and sensitive way. . 2) Research everyone who will be interviewing you, whether it’s one-on-one or a panel. Know a little about them and try to find commonalities. .

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