.orgSource

APRIL 22, 2025

Innovation Isnt a DepartmentIts a Culture Innovation isnt just about adopting new technology. Its about creating a culture where curiosity is rewarded, failure is reframed as learning, and progress is more important than perfection. And its a culture where progress is celebrated, even when the path forward isnt linear.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Shifting culture: A commitment to inclusive policies and practices benefits all staff While we’re proud of this progress, we know the numbers only tell one side of the story. From 2013 to 2023, women’s representation on the executive leadership team jumped from 22% to 67%, and the share of people of color increased from 56% to 78%.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 21, 2025

A comprehensive assessment of your associations strengths, gaps, and opportunities in areas like strategy, culture, and technology will set a strong foundation for growth. Celebrate Small Wins: Recognize achievements to maintain motivation and reinforce a culture of excellence.

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Candid

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Mission-driven organizations often assume their values naturally translate to an inclusive workplace environment. Integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) values into an organization’s culture, however, requires intentional effort and awareness.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This blog explores practical steps that will help associations align their strategy, culture, and technology to become future-ready and resilient in 2025 and beyond. Focus on Agility : In a rapidly changing environment, a rigid strategy can hinder growth. Foster an Innovative and Adaptive Culture Culture is the backbone of resilience.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 7, 2023

Organizations that treat culture like an impromptu party will see their “guests” leave early. Culture revolves around personalities and a positive environment depends on understanding the needs of individual players and their interaction as a team. We believe these are the qualities that support a healthy office environment.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2022

With the introduction of culture to a digital environment, we saw interpersonal dynamics in a new light.orgCommunity , our professional development and networking organization, was thrilled to host two in-person events that brought people together to explore those themes and discuss significant issues that emerged from our post-pandemic experience.

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.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2025

Agile leadership allows organizations to adapt quickly , align board and staff priorities, and embrace a culture of innovation. Case Study Example: 340B Health shifted from a static governance model to scenario-based strategic planning , allowing it to pivot effectively in a rapidly changing regulatory environment.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

Leaders in such environments are left juggling contradictory priorities, often at the expense of the very innovation they are supposed to champion. Leaders operating in such environments face an uphill battle in creating accountability. Bad design amplifies toxic behaviors, making it harder for leaders to model the values they preach.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 14, 2025

It builds a culture of mutual respect. You can also enlist allies ahead of time to support your points, creating an environment where your voice is heard the first time. But also, reflect on the environments youre in. Is this a meeting problemor a culture problem? What to do: Speak upgracefully but clearly.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 7, 2025

4 ways to foster a culture of inclusive recognition Employees at organizations with highly integrated recognitionwhere recognition is frequent, meaningful, and embedded in the cultureare 10 times more likely to trust their organization and nine times more likely to believe their organization cares about them. Was it last week? Last month?

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

With competition for skilled professionals rising and work environments shifting, finding and keeping great talent takes more than just passion. Create a culture where your staff feels proud of their work. Prioritizing Workplace Culture and Inclusion A strong, supportive workplace culture isnt just a nice to have, its essential.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 25, 2023

In the nonprofit sector, cultivating a fair and supportive work environment is essential to ensuring the well-being of employees and fostering the success of the organization. Read on as we explore the concept of an environment of fairness, the impact of the pandemic on workplace culture, and the need for good management and accountability.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Ive conducted some myself, including work on how trust is essential for leaders in cross-cultural business environments. Those practices can create a psychologically safe and supportive work environment. And how can you foster a culture of trustworthiness? Promote collaboration. The impact will speak for itself.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 8, 2017

Environment: 8.8%. Arts and culture: 6.8%. Environment: 5.9%. Arts and culture: 4.1%. Arts and culture: 2.9%. Environment: 1.3%. Donors with a liberal ideology support: 1. Human and civil rights: 11.7%. Children and youth: 10.7%. Human services: 9.6%. Animals: 9.2%. Women and girls: 8.5%.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 12, 2022

These actions will prepare you to build a strong culture of giving and amplify your development program as we continue to navigate a dynamic environment. Here are five strategies to redefine philanthropy for the New Year.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 7, 2025

Workplace culture is changing fast, and leadership needs to evolve with it. Know the difference between bad leadership and imperfect leadership Theres a big difference between a truly toxic work environment and a flawed or frustrating one. But they dont mean withdrawing from conversations that can actually improve workplace culture.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Longstanding workplace issues such as mistreatment, the normalization of toxic behaviour and a lack of accountability for workplace culture have fuelled a growing trend known as revenge quitting. Creating a genuine sense of belonging can reshape workplace culture, boost engagement and overall business success.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 11, 2022

You may have heard the term “people first culture” here and there, but what does it really mean? People-first cultures are rooted in a philosophy that values people over profits. So the questions is, “How do we create an environment that puts people first?” Inc.com describes the term as the following: . Start with listening.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

You might want to take a closer look at your boss, says Dr. Katina Sawyer, coauthor of Leading for Wellness: How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives. Instead, leaders need to create a culture in which people feel comfortable and confident to support one another through their struggles and to show gratitude to each other.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Poorly managed change in the work environment leads to burnout, disengagement within the team, and a culture of cynicism around change in general. While change is inevitable, we can minimize frustrations surrounding change by effectively planning for and managing the change.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 18, 2025

In a business environment where innovation dictates success, curiosity serves as the catalyst for breakthroughs and industry reinvention. This inquiry revealed a blend of universal motivators and culturally specific insights, enabling the CEO to craft a new, inclusive company mission. Treat curiosity like a skill to be honed.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Investing in innovative software solutions will help to modernize your employee work culture , streamlining crucial staff processes and alleviating inefficiencies. Get ready for 2023 by assessing your current software environment. Keep reading for five crucial features every association should include in its software environment.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Still, I remember how it felt entering the workforce and the challenges of maturing within a nonprofit culture. Yet they are still faced with similar challenges that face all young professionalsadapting to the work and culture of their industries. I have now worked for nonprofit organizations for nearly fifteen years. Actionable now.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The Funder Safeguarding Collaborative (FSC)fiscally sponsored and co-founded by Global Fund for Childrenworks to create organizational practices and cultures in support of safeguarding. By incentivizing safeguarding, building capacity, and fostering a culture of safety and transparency, funders can help create a safer, more equitable world.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

LMS for Global Workforces: Multilingual and Cultural Considerations GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - In an increasingly connected world, more companies are expanding their teams across borders. Cultural Localization in Global LMS: Why It Matters Language is just one aspect of localization.

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Gyrus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

A learning culture is an environment that demonstrates and encourages individual and organizational learning, and where both gaining and sharing knowledge is prioritized, valued, and rewarded.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 12, 2024

One element constant and vital to your nonprofit is your organizational culture. Culture breathes life into your organization and unites your team. Where does your constituent relationship management software (CRM) fit into that culture? So, how do you make the CRM the hub of your organization’s culture?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the book, Culture Is The Way. Other key lessons from sports coaches include these says Mayberry: Develop a burning desire to improve culture.

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.orgSource

JUNE 19, 2024

The Intersection of Culture and Technology I’ve been writing and thinking a lot about the intersection of culture and technology and how softer skills support a healthy work environment. The intersection of technology and culture can support a healthy work environment. It’s all intertwined with culture.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 28, 2025

The Pathway to Sustained Excellence Associations that embrace digital transformation are positioning themselves to thrive in a fast-changing environment. Technology isnt just a tool; its a foundation for building resilience, growth, and success.

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.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

And, in the current volatile environment, you need the best governance you can get. Provide Education Financial development is an excellent opportunity to promote your organization’s culture of learning. Be creative and include a variety of options, such as: Providing financial education promotes a culture of learning.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 5, 2024

If you want to create a heart culture and a people-first culture at your workplace, read the book, Advisory Leadership , by Greg Friedman. And, what exactly is heart culture ? Friedman says, "At its core, heart culture symbolizes how a company values more than just an employee's output. Honesty and Integrity. Complacency.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

When you look at more niche nonprofits—like those focused on arts and culture —fundraising plays a critical role in enabling your organization to make a positive impact on their communities. The arts are important to modern culture and society, yet competition from other causes can encroach on the ability of your nonprofit to raise funds.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

“It is also a fun and effective way to ease into conversations about communication, behavior, trust, and other interpersonal issues that are important to keeping culture on track.” Culture Took Center Stage During the pandemic, leaders quickly realized the importance of monitoring the temperature of emotions and behavior.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 18, 2025

With more than two decades of experience as an executive and having conducted research into workplace trauma, she is a sought-after consultant for Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, government, and educational institutions that seek to improve their retention and culture. How can leaders create environments of care in the workplace?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the new book, Culture Is The Way. Other key lessons from sports coaches include these says Mayberry: Develop a burning desire to improve culture.

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