Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 11, 2022

They are two of the most populous generations on earth, and they’re going to have to navigate a work world full of unprecedented challenges,” explains Mark Zides , author of the book, The #PACE Process For Early Career Success. His playbook, guide and techniques incorporate real life examples, research, and a little tough love.

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Forum One

MAY 23, 2024

I want to share a few of my favorite techniques for making sure that you’re identifying and adapting to the evolving needs of your audience while designing. I think that the most powerful design technique is to engage in active listening and empathy-building exercises with your internal stakeholders. And practice, practice, practice!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 6, 2016

It lead us to discover the works of Gretchen Rubin , Charles Duhigg , BJ Fogg , and others. This notion comes from the work of Justin Brewer, Ph.D It is a simple technique: 1) notice the habit; 2) Ask yourself what you are getting out of it in the moment. Habit change research was one of our favorite rabbit holes to explore.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

Help the participants narrow down topics to discuss or work in small group exercises (replaces sticky dot voting and visualize the vote technique). Help participants vote on concepts or reports as part of a report out to stimulate discussion or reflection (replaces sticky dot voting and visualize the vote technique).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 18, 2010

It’s been a one-hour weekly chat on Twitter for the past 10 months organized and hosted by Marc Meyer and Jason Breed. The way it works is they invite a “host&# to ask 3 compelling questions, 20 minutes each, that revolve around a topical subject within the business of social media, but that play to their strengths or backgrounds.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Yesterday, I was able to interview Greg to learn more about his massive social experiment called EssentialLive to get many people to try Essentialism for a year. It isn’t just about setting New Year’s resolutions or adding a new productivity technique to try. ” says Greg.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 4, 2022

They are two of the most populous generations on earth, and they’re going to have to navigate a work world full of unprecedented challenges,” explains Mark Zides , author of the new book, The #PACE Process For Early Career Success. His playbook, guide and techniques incorporate real life examples, research, and a little tough love.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

That comment isn’t meant to cast shade; just to point out that although the bots are fun, there are still some hurdles involved in really putting them to work. A machine-learning bot will require more technical expertise including utilizing algorithms and natural language processing techniques. Humans still do better creative.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 15, 2020

It’s hard juggling parenting with work and you need to acknowledge it. Show & Tell: Remote Work Tips for Collaboration and Generosity (via Edith Asibey & Jamie Lonie). Interactive Meeting Techniques. Effective Brainstorming Techniques by Beth Kanter. Embrace new workplace norms for meetings. List of Energizers.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 28, 2007

I asked him for some video shooting techniques for interviews and he kindly gave me and David some excellent coaching and shooting pointers. Nick gave me some tips on how to integrate interviewing techniques with camera angles that makes your editing work easy and could result in a better a good final product.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

James was a grant writer for a nonprofit that worked with children. Passion fueled his work because he knew the work his organization did improved the lives of hundreds of children every year. As a journalist, interviews are a necessary tool to every single story I wrote. What story do you want to tell?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

They started WAKE after working together for 15 years designing and leading global programs at the intersection of technology, civil society and women’s empowerment. It is always challenge to use participatory techniques when your participants are not native English speakers and you don’t speak the language.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 30, 2013

I do know a great research technique that you can do yourself to get some insight: User Interviews. Steve Portigal recently released an awesome book called Interviewing Users – How to Uncover Compelling Insights that will help guide this process for you. Allow time for debriefing after each interview.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 15, 2016

Yesterday, Aliza Sherman and I shared some insights from our forthcoming book “ The Happy Healthy Nonprofit ,” a work in progress. During the one-hour free webinar hosted by Wild Apricot , we share some ideas, got feedback, and identified additional people and organizations to interview for the book.

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EveryAction

JULY 3, 2023

Which strategies have worked well to keep donors engaged with your mission? That’s why software integrations are extremely valuable for any organization that relies on technology to get its work done, including nonprofits. Illustrate your mission, work, and community to make compelling cases for support.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 1, 2014

Last month I had the pleasure of taking the Luma Institute Train the Trainers workshop where I got a chance to immerse in practicing facilitation techniques based on human centered design principles. The workshop instructor Peter Maher is founder and CEO, of Luma Institute , and a Jedi Master. ” What is Human Centered Design?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

So instead of just talking about the wide needs as if it’s a fact, include: testimonials, statistics, reports, articles, interviews, etc. Objective One Example: “ Project Name will work with 50 farmers to provide sustainable and innovative irrigation practices that will increase irrigation by 25 percent each year for three years.”

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Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

How much of the work must happen on site versus remotely? We strongly recommend this technique because unconscious bias can frequently lead us to give preference to people who might not necessarily be the best match, such as: The person we really want to drink coffee with. Names would get added back in for the interview process.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 12, 2024

I’m a former news anchor turned nonprofit marketing and communications professional who is passionate about helping organizations tell their stories using public relations and storytelling techniques. Say thank you to local journalists Journalists have plenty of choices when it comes to working with nonprofits on news stories and articles.

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Forum One

JUNE 6, 2024

For example, Forum One worked with the Oregon Zoo to redesign their site as part of a strategic effort to deliver an inspiring guest experience and better convey the Zoo’s offerings and impact. We worked with the Zoo team to build an accessible, multilingual, and mobile-first digital experience.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 23, 2013

Blencoe : I wrote the book because I felt there was a need for a book about management techniques that was short and interesting to read but also had depth. I think the management techniques that are discussed in the book are extremely important for several reasons. They affect employees, managers, business owners, and customers.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Introspective Innovations threw open the doors to NYFW, inviting emerging artists to showcase their work free of charge. Designers from around the world presented work inspired by issues in their community and the world. Netnography, or contextual interviews, allow researchers to observe the user in their natural environment.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

I found this wonderful comic on Mashable “ The Field Guide to Procrastination ” that identifies 12 different methods for work avoidance or procrastination, defined in Wikipedia as “ putting off tasks for a later date.” Pomodoro : The pomodoro technique is a time management methodology created by Francesco Cirillo.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2024

Inviting donors to volunteer opportunities allows them to get hands-on experience and witness your work firsthand. When donors feel like active participants rather than passive contributors, they are far more likely to remain engaged and continue supporting your vital work.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Look for a venue that’s roomy with windows and has additional space for small group work. If the venue has outdoor access for team-building exercises, group work, and breaks, that’s even better. When scouting, look for someone with credibility and a long history of working with nonprofits and managing boards.

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 6, 2024

This is especially true for nonprofits like yours, who often have to work harder to compete for talent with larger corporate counterparts. As we review these techniques, keep your nonprofit’s current recruitment approach in mind and consider how these strategies can help achieve your recruiting goals. Highlight value proposition.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

In this new book, the authors offer practical strategies and techniques to become an authentic leader and reveal how you can navigate your own path to success. These stories reflect more than 222 interviews with leaders–172 leaders interviewed for the original True North book, and more recently 55 interviews for the new book.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 2, 2019

This episode of the sgENGAGE Podcast features an interview with Chris Masak, senior associate director of advocacy at the Alzheimer’s Association. Getting supporters to take action and engage with elected officials on policy issues can be a challenge, requiring organizations to start thinking outside the box. Alzheimer’s Association.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 19, 2021

Articles, tips, and recommendations – Offer articles and other content including résumé writing tips, interview techniques, job search ideas, and tips on social networking. Put the approaches in this article to work, and you’ll be well on your way to being the ultimate place to find trusted information in your industry.

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Gyrus

JANUARY 22, 2024

This technique encompasses researching and collecting data about your learners to gain a clearer understanding of their behaviors and preferences. Conduct focus group interviews for an in-depth understanding of learner needs. Hence, the relevance of engagement techniques such as gamification.

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Gyrus

JANUARY 22, 2024

This technique encompasses researching and collecting data about your learners to gain a clearer understanding of their behaviors and preferences. Conduct focus group interviews for an in-depth understanding of learner needs. Hence, the relevance of engagement techniques such as gamification.

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Gyrus

JANUARY 22, 2024

This technique encompasses researching and collecting data about your learners to gain a clearer understanding of their behaviors and preferences. Conduct focus group interviews for an in-depth understanding of learner needs. Hence, the relevance of engagement techniques such as gamification.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 22, 2024

Brett’s approach is both unique and inspiring, seamlessly blending time-tested fundraising techniques with his trademark humor and heartfelt enthusiasm during live auctions and fund-a-need paddle raises. Nonprofits that have worked with Chris have seen a significant increase in their fundraising results. Want proof?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 21, 2010

Sunday, March 21, 2010 Do Exit Interviews Knowing why an employee leaves your company can help you to reduce your employee turnover rate. So, do an exit interview whenever possible with each departing employee. "Great Places To Work" Employee Perks New Book Shows You How To Set A Goal And Then Reac.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 30, 2013

I’ve been a content curator for many years , using the techniques to help me develop curriculum materials for workshops and blog posts – as a form of professional development. Will is also does a lot of work with video – so when he proposed that we incorporate video interviews as part of the session, I was thrilled.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 24, 2020

I’ve been working in my pajamas since the early 1990s, during the early years of the Web. My first remote job was to work with a virtual team to manage an online network for artists, called Artswire. Also, with many of us working, schooling, and living at home with families can also add more stress. Here’s a few ideas.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 8, 2020

If you are hosting a hybrid conference, for example, work with a production team to film a video overlay, which continues to show the presenter even if the Powerpoint presentation is front and center. Video that uses classic editing techniques so that proper tone and context are provided.

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