Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

Kandi Wiens Today, Wiens shares these insights with us: Question: Why did you decide to write the book? I wanted to understand one big question – why do some people get burned out and others do not? Question: Of the five EI-based skills, which one is typically the most challenging to master and why?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2020

1) Review the Year: I use tool called the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions that help you look back and ahead. I have been delivering virtual master classes and helping to develop their capacity building programs in digital skills. Here they are: Rituals.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 3, 2019

Last year, I added another tool called the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions that help you look back and ahead. I also include my list of work/life habits that I want to maintain or modify. What gave me joy? What should I let go of?

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Global Giving

APRIL 10, 2020

As entire countries move “in person” conferences and events to virtual ones in the time of COVID-19, I want to help out. Consider addressing how to interact with others during the virtual session, how to ask questions, the goal of the session, etc. When we are presenting virtually, the focus is on the slides.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

For the foreseeable future, remote fundraising and virtual actions will be the norm, as evidenced by the 433% increase in virtual actions on the Mobilize platform in just six weeks. We’ve rounded up a list of specific examples of virtual opportunities, organized by nonprofit issue area, that solve real problems and are easy to execute.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 11, 2023

If you’re not familiar with this two-day virtual event, keep reading for a rundown on what it is and how to participate. We’re glad you’re here), you’ll leave the event with fundraising best practices and real-life tactics you can use to engage your supporters. Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 11, and Friday, October 12.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 17, 2020

They’ll also teach you about the ins-and-outs of that industry and things to keep an eye on. . Has the event been swiftly switched to a virtual format ? If you are busy or stressed out in another part of your life, attending a professional networking event with the goal of making genuine connections may be too low on your list.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 4, 2021

Teamwork does not have to stem from a strenuous ropes course or virtual escape room. These activities can be used with a virtual team, but you may have to adapt the game a bit so your remote workers feel engaged. Life Highlights Game. The life highlights game is perfect for any size group. Adapting or planning activities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 5, 2018

This year I used a new tool recommended by colleague Alexandra Samuel, the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions. My colleague, Wendy Harman , was also inspired by Chris Brogan’s technique, but she takes it deeper and includes daily reflection questions.

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Bloomerang

MAY 24, 2021

This may seem scary, but it’s actually a way of modern life. This is a question I broached in “ What Will a Post-COVID Nonprofit Economy Reveal ? Here are several questions for your consideration. You may have transitioned in-person events to virtual ones , reasoning a half a loaf was better than none. .

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

“Why is a hospital foundation getting involved in quality-of-life issues?”. This is one of the first questions donors ask. Health starts long before illness, and all of our patients should have the opportunity to make the choices that allow them to live a long, healthy life – regardless of income, education, or cultural background.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 17, 2020

They’ll also teach you about the ins-and-outs of that industry and things to keep an eye on. . Has the event been swiftly switched to a virtual format ? If you are busy or stressed out in another part of your life, attending a professional networking event with the goal of making genuine connections may be too low on your list.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Candidly and step-by-step, with a book chapter devoted to each of the 11 strategies, Barnett teaches you how to: Regain confidence and optimism after a job loss. Rob Barnett Earlier this year, Barnett answered these questions for us: Question: Why did you write your book, Next Job, Best Job ? Get immediate replies and callbacks.

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APRIL 22, 2021

An eLearning consultant can help you answer this question and more. Through that work, we’ve seen the common questions that associations face when it comes to hiring an eLearning consultant— and now, we’re here to answer them: What is an eLearning consultant? Converting in-person educational events into virtual and hybrid events.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 25, 2020

Emphasize ways people can be involved virtually—donate online, sign up for your newsletters, follow you on all forms of social media, etc. Consider what other components can be virtual – is there a volunteer component? Livestreaming can be a great tool to engage your networks virtually. Livestream Ideas for Giving Days.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 5, 2021

Candidly and step-by-step, with a book chapter devoted to each of the 11 strategies, Barnett teaches you how to: Regain confidence and optimism after a job loss. Rob Barnett Today, Barnett answered these questions for us: Why did you write your book, Next Job, Best Job ? Ask a thoughtful question about the business as well.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 26, 2013

I’m left with one final life lesson from him: love never dies. His spirit, intelligence, joy of life, sense of humor, and wisdom will always be with me and our family. My father had a deep-seated love of the ocean and was a life guard for 30 years for the Ventnor City Beach Patrol. OceanLoveEarl. ” Dad’s Beach.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 28, 2008

This week 's question comes from a writing teacher, and client, who wants to know: "What Tools Can I Use to Teach Classes Online?" Within minutes of posting the question, I received five ideas: 1. amoration of AMO: The Root of Love also suggested Moodle, and Sloodle which integrates Moodle and the virtual world of Second Life.

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Tech Soup

MAY 4, 2012

Featuring a lively mix of nonprofit technology guests sharing their unique perspectives on ways to harness the power of gaming as a catalyst for good, you'll hear how some organizations are using games as a platform for teaching leadership skills, problem solving, and global community building to youth. Expert Guests.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 14, 2011

Rik Panganiban, who leads the Nonprofit Commons online community in Second Life and presents frequently on topics related to global collaboration, education, and nonprofit leadership. Nat Robinson, vice president of SlideRocket , who provides insight into cloud collaboration for virtual teams sharing their work online. Rik Panganiban.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 15, 2006

danah boyd has a post called " On Being Virtual " (be sure to read the comments) As Kevin Gamble on the SLED list notes, what she seems to be saying is that if you look at the rise of social tech amongst young people, it's not about divorcing the physical social structures to live virtually. Come on, get real already.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 14, 2016

In fact, quite the contrary it is meant to be informative, taken at face value, and tested so that there is no question about its intent, or encroaching gray area surrounding what elements can be governed within an organization. Historically, compliance training is not meant to be fun. Transitioning Compliance into a game.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

The key to successful fundraising is asking smarter questions. We’re here to talk about “Raising More Money By Asking and Answering Better Questions.” There’s also a Q&A box specifically, your questions might be a little more visible there if you use that one. We’ll take questions at the end.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2021

You can organize this as a live or virtual phonathon and enlist your board and other volunteers to help. Then orient callers around the evening’s purpose, review a suggested script you’ve shared in advance, and answer any questions. Do a live role play to help people feel more comfortable and take commentary and questions afterwards.

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Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Playing Big by Tara Mohr A few years ago, I sent a survey to my blog readers and asked them, “What’s the biggest challenge in your life?” __I have unsupportive people in my life. Teaching the Playing Big women’s leadership program is now the focus of my work. __I don’t have clarity about what I want. __Work-family balance.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Host a pub-style quiz for your community and include some questions about your mission as a fun way to share your organization’s impact. Local gardening experts can have the chance to demonstrate their green thumb and teach others in workshops that cover topics such as organic gardening, composting, or urban gardening.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 14, 2011

Rik Panganiban, who leads the Nonprofit Commons online community in Second Life and presents frequently on topics related to global collaboration, education, and nonprofit leadership. Nat Robinson, vice president of SlideRocket , who provides insight into cloud collaboration for virtual teams sharing their work online. Rik Panganiban.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 20, 2016

There are devoted websites that provide free E-Learnings and there is even a virtual Galaxy full of compliance offerings and operational tutorials on video hosting sites such as YouTube. Many organizations provide custom learnings for these areas, as the practical nature of the process may be completely outside the scope of real life.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 28, 2021

Even if folks come from different walks of life, they can become united through commonality of purpose. That answers their questions. When you offered Zoom conversations, community-wide conference calls, online fireside chats, and other virtual events, they may have been willing to engage in ways you might not have envisioned. .

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NTEN

JULY 18, 2013

We''re attending virtually through the livestream. To them, there isn''t a distinction between work and life and this is a lesson that Nicole has taken in her own approach to work. It''s important to ask the question, "What thought capital do you bring to the world?" z International Foundation discussing Millennial Leadership.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 2, 2010

On August 17 at 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET I will be teaching a one-hour teleclass about How to Start a Big Vision Circle to Support Your Creative Dream. Time to Focus on My Creative Dreams My life gets busy, as I'm sure yours does, and it can be hard to take the time to think about and take action on my creative career dreams.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2021

This idea is inspired by Save One Life, Inc.’s You can put together questions about your sermons, the church itself, or any other topics of interest to your congregation. You can hold this event in person or virtually via a Zoom meeting. You can teach a new craft and supply materials for a registration fee. Craft parties.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 11, 2018

The Pew Research Center has released a research report called “ The Future of Digital Life and Well-Being.” The report, The Future of Well-Being in a Tech-Saturated World , was designed to answer the question: Over the next decade, how will changes in digital life impact people’s overall well-being physically and mentally?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2018

With 10 leadership topics and easy to read within two hours, this book will both teach you and inspire you. If you don't want to read the book in one sitting, follow Nathan’s suggestion to read one or two leadership topics (one topic per chapter) at a time, and then reflect on and practice the techniques he teaches.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Having to rely on virtual fundraising to get through some difficult times opened many people’s eyes to the convenience, ease, and accessibility of online events and fundraisers. Virtual fundraising is here to stay, so if you need some COVID-friendly fundraising ideas, check our complete list out! Virtual peer-to-peer fundraisers.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2021

This idea is inspired by Save One Life, Inc.’s You can put together questions about your sermons, the church itself, or any other topics of interest to your congregation. You can hold this event in person or virtually via a Zoom meeting. You can teach a new craft and supply materials for a registration fee. Craft parties.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2006

That's my avatar, I'm live blogging from Second Life. From my office in the Boston, I teleported myself into the Virtual World of Second Life and headed straight for the New Media Consortium virtual campus where I joined about 65 other avatars representing educators from all over the world (even Austrailia where it was 3:00 a.m.

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