Can Nonprofit Job Sector Shortages Be Reversed in 2024?
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 23, 2024
Nonprofits are seeking to reverse job sector shortages, but this problem is complex and evolving. Here are some potential solutions.
End-of-Year Fundraising Problems (And How To Solve Them)
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
With many nonprofits raising as much as 50% of their budget in December alone, there’s a lot at stake — and a lot of end-of-year fundraising problems to overcome. This is the problem your donors can solve. What end-of-year fundraising problems are you dealing with? What are you asking donors to support? Is it believable?
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Why job postings may be attracting narcissistic candidates—without companies realizing it
Fast Company Tech
MARCH 24, 2025
When companies advertise job openings, they often use buzzwords like ambitious and self-reliant to describe their ideal candidate. In my latest study, published in the journal Management Science with coauthors Scott Jackson and Nick Seybert , I found that these terms may attract job applicants with more narcissistic tendencies.
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These are the top 10 jobs for introverts in 2025
Fast Company Tech
MARCH 13, 2025
The trick is finding the right job fit. Resume Genius, a website for job seekers, recently released its curated list of introvert-friendly well-paying jobs for 2025. Jobs were ranked based on four factors: autonomy, amount of social interaction, minimum median salary of $48,000 a year, and high job-growth potential.
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The problem with Employee Appreciation Day
Fast Company Tech
MARCH 7, 2025
Without a living wage, reasonable hours, and supportive management, praise wont drive true engagement or job satisfaction. A culture of recognition helps strengthen workplace relationships, increase motivation, and create an environment where people want to do their best work. Its also important to remember that recognition alone isnt enough.
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Why Data SHOULD Drive Your Strategy
Association Analytics
JANUARY 7, 2025
The only people who are going to review it are those with a problem. A member might love the idea of going to an event in Hawaii – especially if their job pays the bill typically – but will it really lead to a great conference and great networking, or will it be a flop? …But Don’t Forget To Listen!
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Automated hiring software is mistakenly rejecting millions of viable job candidates
The Verge
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
Such software is used by employers to filter job applicants, but is mistakenly rejecting millions of viable candidates, say the study’s authors. It’s contributing to the problem of “hidden workers” — individuals who are able and willing to work, but remain locked out of jobs by structural problems in the labor market.
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Freelancers Are Getting Ruined by AI
Futurism
MARCH 8, 2025
Though the official spin has been that AI will automate "unskilled," repetitive jobs so humans can explore more thoughtful work, that's not shaping up to be the case. 5 percent drop in job opportunities and a 1.7 5 percent drop in job opportunities and a 1.7
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Only 2% of tech jobs are held by Black women. Cristina Mancini knows thats unacceptable.
Mashable Tech
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
That being said, addressing the gaps in representation isn’t a technology problem, it’s a human problem. The first thing I’d like to say is that I am confident we can build a technological industry and future that is created by us, for everyone. One that is safe, inclusive, and joyful.
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10 Warning Signs for When You’re Interviewing at a Nonprofit
NonProfit PRO
JULY 18, 2022
If you are a frontline fundraiser interviewing for a new job right now, I’m going to give you some potential warning signs to be aware of. Here are 10 red flags to watch out for so you don’t make the mistake of leaving one problem only to jump into another.
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Young Coders Are Using AI for Everything, Giving "Blank Stares" When Asked How Programs Actually Work
Futurism
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
For years, the conventional wisdom for wide-eyed youngsters about to enter the job market was "learn to code." The foundational knowledge that used to come from struggling through problems is just missing," he added. Now, it seems like some of the programmers themselves could use the same advice. Crickets,"he wrote. Blank stares." "The
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Overqualified and underchallenged? Here’s how to make it work
Fast Company Tech
MARCH 25, 2025
Listen carefully as you’ll hear problems you’re uniquely positioned to solve. Her advanced skills perfectly filled their gap, and her job satisfaction soared within weeks, if not days. But I’ve learned that thriving in any job comes from owning your value and making strategic moves.
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Want to stay healthier and fulfilled later in life? Try volunteering
Fast Company Tech
MARCH 31, 2025
Children and teens who volunteer tend to have better health and lower levels of anxiety and fewer behavioral problems than those who dont volunteer. And participating in community service programs can lead to better job prospects for volunteers, that same agency has found. Changing demographics The number of U.S. million. .$170
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AI advances mean we need to double down on this one skill
Fast Company Tech
APRIL 11, 2025
According to the World Economic Forums Future of Jobs report , employers anticipate that beyond technical literacy, the most in-demand capabilities will be creative thinking, critical thinking, resilience, and the capacity for learning. Burnout has been identified as one of the leading causes driving people to leave their jobs.
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Advice for Starting A New Fundraising Job
Bloomerang
MAY 28, 2024
Her new fundraising job represents an exciting entry into a nonprofit sector different from her previous jobs in which she raised funds for three different Texas opera companies. Check out these 10 tips to help you thrive in your new fundraising job 1. Performance metrics should be both quantitative and qualitative.
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How to protect human rights in an AI-filled workplace
Fast Company Tech
MARCH 17, 2025
The biggest concern for most people when it comes to AI and work is: Are robots going to take our jobs? According to McKinsey & Company, 45 million jobs, or a quarter of the workforce, could be lost to automation by 2030. Honestly, were right to be concerned. to use the restroom, becomes problematic, she says.
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How to Lead with Courage: A Conversation with Satonya Fair
sgEngage
JANUARY 6, 2025
The problems you are trying to solve are complex and the potential organizations you can support are many. Whether you manage programs or handle the database, you dont need Executive in your title to look for ways to do your job better. Leading in a mission-oriented organization is difficult at any time.
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The Two-Word AI Hack Every Nonprofit Needs to Know
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 11, 2024
These tasks include learning, problem-solving, language processing, and decision-making. How can I leverage AI to do my job more efficiently and effectively? Remember, AI doesn’t have to be the answer to every problem, but it can provide valuable solutions and insights. “Hi, my name is [insert name].
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Sorry folks, but AI isn’t ‘just a tool’
Fast Company Tech
APRIL 14, 2025
Even if the aforementioned panic appears reasonable, we supposedly have nothing to worry about when it comes to concerns about job loss. Many in the capitalist classsuch as the World Economic Forum and Price Waterhouse Cooper have gone as far as telling us that AI will create more jobs than it eliminates.
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Meta's leak problem just cost 20 employees their jobs, with more firings expected
TechSpot
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Zuckerberg highlighted the problem of company leaks during an all-hands meeting last month. Ironically, his rant leaked online almost immediately. Read Entire Article
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67 Anthropic CEO says a universal basic income isn't enough to address AI job losses
TechSpot
JUNE 24, 2024
We've previously heard OpenAI CEO Sam Altman talk about a UBI to help address problems caused by the impact of generative AI on the jobs market. Anthropic boss Amodei agrees that something needs to be done, but worries that it needs to be more than just a UBI. Read Entire Article
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The Mario Kart World Direct didnt justify the $80 price, but maybe it didnt need to?
Mashable Tech
APRIL 17, 2025
And with ongoing tariff chaos , Nintendo likely has bigger problems. For example, former CEO Satoru Iwata once cut his salary in half to make sure jobs wouldn't be lost. That's a political problem more than anything, and any potential solutions to it are well above my pay grade.
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Commentary: The Full Potential Of The Social Sector
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Central to that success is their ability to leverage their innovation capital — the trust that funders place in their ability to solve problems and break new ground. Research has shown that these jobs are often undervalued relative to their required levels of skill and difficulty. You can’t really solve problems that way.”
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Why constant interruptions are killing your strategic thinking
Fast Company Tech
APRIL 1, 2025
Use this time to tackle complex problems, review long-term strategies, or explore innovative ideas. Barack Obama and Steve Jobs famously simplified their daily choiceswearing the same outfit dailyto preserve mental energy for high-stakes decisions.
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Ive just scored Apple’s 10th-Gen iPad for under $260 at Amazon. That’s its lowest price in 30 days.
Mashable Tech
MARCH 7, 2025
It's not the latest processor, but it handles day-to-day tasks without a problem. It's not meant to replace a laptop, but it does the job well for casual use. SEE ALSO: The roborock Qrevo Edge robot vacuum is down to its lowest-ever price Performance is powered by the A14 Bionic chip, the same one used in the iPhone 12.
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Nintendo says the Switch 2 Joy-Cons don't have Hall effect thumbsticks for reducing stick drift
Engadget
APRIL 8, 2025
This problem was so pervasive on the original Switch's Joy-Cons that Nintendo offered free, unlimited repairs for stick drift in Europe. So it's not clear why Nintendo would opt out of having Hall effect sensors in the Joy-Con 2 to help mitigate such problems.
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Four Ways to Remove a Board Member
Blue Avocado
JANUARY 21, 2025
Personal intervention One-to-one intervention by the board president or other board leadership is a less-formal solution to managing problem board members. A board member can take, for instance, a six-month “disability leave,” or a three-month “busy with new job” leave.
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When Nonprofit Boards Meddle: The Dangers Of Micromanagement
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The problem of micromanagement is quite prevalent. The problem arises from board members overstepping their roles, often thinking they’re helping or know better, when in reality, they’re interfering. According to BoardSource’s Leading with Intent 2020 report, 63% of nonprofit leaders are frustrated by board micromanagement.
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Leadership woes? Recalibrate for confidence and success
Charity Village
JULY 25, 2024
No problem, you think. You’ve been doing this job for a while and know all the ins and outs […] The post Leadership woes? Congratulations – you’ve been promoted. After earning your stripes as a high-performing contributor, you are now a manager and responsible for leading others.
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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ
.orgSource
MAY 23, 2023
If you represent the American Bankers Association, financial acumen probably isn’t a problem. Even when board members come to the job with some financial background, they may not be familiar with nonprofit accounting standards , their new leadership responsibilities, or your organization’s statements.
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The future of work is skill-based
Fast Company Tech
APRIL 8, 2025
In fact, hiring for skills has been found to be five times more predictive of positive job performance than hiring for education, and two and a half times more predictive than hiring for past work experience. The role of nonprofits Workforce development programs are at the forefront of the skills-first movement.
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Give Joy!
.orgSource
DECEMBER 19, 2022
A fierce look isn’t going to get the job done any better or more quickly. People who laugh together are better equipped to meet challenges and solve problems as a group. There’s a reason they call it work. Occasionally stress gets the upper hand. It can be hard to remember to greet your comrades in disruption with a happy face.
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3 Reasons Every Nonprofit Tech Project Should Begin with a Discovery
Nonprofit Tech for Good
OCTOBER 30, 2021
After all, these tools exist to help people do their jobs better, right? Your people can help answer critical questions: Are we solving the right problem? By deferring buy/build decisions to after the discovery, you can explore beyond the immediate problem. It’s about people. If it doesn’t work for them, what’s the point?
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5 Must-Have Productivity Software Products Nonprofits Need to Be Effective in 2021
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Communication and collaboration often occur in real-time, meaning that, in many cases, email or shared documents don’t get the job done. Keeping teams organized and synched can be a convoluted process, but the right calendar option can remedy this problem. 4) Internal Communications Tools. Recommendation ? 5 Online Calendar.
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Build a Mission-Worthy Team
.orgSource
MARCH 11, 2024
It’s not difficult to evaluate when someone has the right background and experience to do a job. We look for candidates who are willing to be flexible and have the intellectual gravitas to dig into problems that we’re asked to solve every day. It’s helpful to outline cultural norms and values in the job description.
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EI Helps Teams Use Technology to Fly
.orgSource
JANUARY 2, 2024
Chances are your problems stem from focusing too much on technology and not enough on behavior. They make the cultural shifts that enable thinking and problem-solving in ways that are compatible with rapid change. That openness is a gateway to innovation and creative problem-solving. Here’s another important bit of wisdom.
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This simple solution could help solve the public restroom crisis
Fast Company Tech
MARCH 31, 2025
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Throne Bathrooms (@thronebathrooms) Built on accountability Throne says its smart bathrooms use accountability to solve the age-old problem of unwanted bathroom activity. Throne bathrooms are cheaper to clean and maintain because problem users can be banned from the system. Correna T.,
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Get QuickBooks Pro Plus for life for $250
Mashable Tech
APRIL 14, 2025
You’ll have tools for job costing, fixed asset management, inventory tracking, and even sales and purchase order processing. And if you're already using other Intuit tools like TurboTax or QuickBooks Online, no problem. You can even track employee time for accurate billing or payroll calculations. They integrate seamlessly.
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Sam Altman Says He Feels Sorry for Elon Musk and His Bottomless Insecurity
Futurism
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
As Reuters pointed out , it could also be a "textbook" example of "founder's syndrome," a situation when one or more founders maintain huge amounts of influence, which eventually leads to a litany of problems. "I I wish he would just compete by building a better product, but I think theres been a lot of tactics," Altman told Bloomberg today.
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The Promise & Peril of Creator Tools Like ChatGPT for Nonprofits
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JANUARY 9, 2023
On the one hand, was the “Evil Robots Overlords” view that we will never control AI and it will control us and take over all our jobs through automation. The opposite, more utopian view was that AI was magic fairy dust and could wave a wand and solve all our problems. In reality, both of these are false narratives.
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Make Space—Lighten the Load for Your Heavy Lifters
.orgSource
JUNE 10, 2024
Their jobs depend on successfully leveraging teams and translating goals into tactics. Over reacting to minor disturbances or problems. When you give employees the capacity to do their jobs and to grow as professionals, that positive energy reflects throughout the organization. They are crucial to ensure that work gets done.”
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Good Data Governance Equals Great Member Experiences
.orgSource
AUGUST 19, 2024
You want to be certain your data is secure, and you need to know that you are problem-solving with accurate information and statistics. Many of the data disasters I’ve seen result from well-intentioned employees trying to get a job done without the correct information about how to do it. But what exactly is involved in data governance?
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New NVIDIA Software for Blackwell Infrastructure Runs AI Factories at Light Speed
NVIDIA AI Blog
MARCH 18, 2025
Now, the AI age is marked by the development of generative AI, agentic AI and AI reasoning, which enables models to process more data to learn and reason to solve complex problems. The digital age brought a shift through software. Seamless workload orchestration for simplified Slurm and Kubernetes workflows.
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5 ways to embed active optimism into your work life
Fast Company Tech
APRIL 1, 2025
Then theres the issue of client loyalty, reduced scopes, tighter timelines, and the not-so-secret plan of AI to take everyones jobs. So it can sometimes feel like theres no good news, or that its only ever a problem. Sadly thats the job, which is why protecting yourself and your leadership team from it can be so useful.
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