Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 29, 2021

And, his latest book, The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell , is yet another required read for leaders – managers, CEOs and team leaders. And, the first and most important part of being a great storyteller is knowing what stories to tell ,” explains Paul. In fact, “ What stories you tell is more important than how you tell them ,” he adds.

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Forum One

AUGUST 16, 2023

As you get started on sifting through your data reports and action items completed this year, keep an eye toward how your internal and external reports can blend data-driven stories of impact. How to glean insights: Having the data is one thing, but knowing what insights to pull with confidence that it is the right picture is quite another.

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CauseVox

JULY 10, 2024

This integration ensures that all information is easily accessible and well-organized, which is essential for sharing stories with donors and raising funds efficiently. This shift allowed the team to devote more time to their core mission instead of wrestling with software.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 26, 2010

It’s entirely possible to tell a very compelling story without using pictures. Instead, you paint a picture with the words you use. What stories can you tell about the work your nonprofit does that will paint such a vivid picture in your reader’s mind’s eye? www.girleffect.org.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 13, 2021

I continue to evolve my thinking about how to tell non-profit stories. This is natural in any line of work, but in non-profit storytelling I find that it mostly impacts my process for writing and telling stories. I also read a lot of non-profit stories that are simply just the facts told chronologically.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Today, we look back to 2016 : 2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. It causes buyers to put down their defenses.

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DonorPerfect

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Boost Fundraising and Donor Engagement Picture this: A beautifully designed envelope arrives in your supporter’s mailbox. Inside, a personalized letter shares a compelling story of impact, complete with vibrant images and a clear call to action.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Today, we look back to 2016 : 2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. It causes buyers to put down their defenses.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

By knowing your audience, telling the right stories, and using digital tools, you can revolutionize your reports, inspiring stronger connections and future giving. The stories you tell in your report may vary based on which segment of your audience you’re talking to.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 12, 2012

On Financial Narratives and Financial Footnotes: The Truth Is in the Fine Print Guest Beneblog by Teresa Throckmorton, Benetech's CFO and VP, Finance In a previous blog post, we shared the Seven Benetech Truths : the core values that define our identity and culture, that guide our work, and that tell our story.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 30, 2024

By compiling data and looking at the bigger picture, case studies help you identify the subtle trends and missteps that occurred during the planning and execution of a project, giving you deeper insight into how you can improve in the future. Then, pair these honest opinions with the hard data you compiled to see the bigger picture.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 4, 2022

When it’s the beginning of a new calendar year or the start of a new fiscal year, the fresh start is a great time to create your non-profit’s annual story strategy. Just like creating a fundraising plan or a communications plan, a story strategy is your opportunity to build a clear roadmap to your goals. Goal Setting & Priorities.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 28, 2022

provides the framework for organizations to tell their stories and remain accountable to their stakeholders.???. Get a comprehensive picture, from start to finish, of your nonprofit’s entire process and eliminate redundant and potentially conflicting data issues. This method?focuses?on on the use?of 3) Streamline processes.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Laura Graham, Sr. They also discussed a tiered content approach that maximizes engagement across diverse member segments, resulting in new revenue streams and enhanced member satisfaction.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 17, 2022

When used correctly, both platforms are effective for communicating the story of your mission and programs and inspiring donors to give and supporters to take action. In this two-hour webinar , you’ll learn the big picture of how Facebook and Instagram fit into your organization’s digital marketing and fundraising strategy.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Sometimes finding the right story for your year-end appeal can be tough. How do you capture stories in a way that truly invites your reader into the picture? The stories that inspire action? She’ll share strategies for how to collect stories and use them to meet your goals.

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Kindful

MAY 26, 2021

That’s the power that story holds. Sometimes without even noticing it, our brain is activated in a unique and engaged way when a story is being shared. As the old saying states, “Those who tell the stories rule the world.” ” Why are stories so effective? You already have your greatest asset: your story.

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VisionLink

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

After watching a few short, low budget videos, it became clear just how effective (and inexpensive) film could be when it comes to spreading your nonprofit''s story and mission. Last night, a couple of us from the VisionLink team attended another wonderfully informative Tech4Good forum on the power and execution of video storytelling.

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CauseVox

JUNE 7, 2021

Many fundraisers took pictures and shared updates as they went so that their supporters could see the beautiful desert they were helping to preserve. Many fundraisers shared information about the hikes they were planning, posted pictures of the desert, and made their pages unique. .

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Using a theme helps you craft a story across your annual report and ensures members and stakeholders connect with your report. In addition to including the statistics, highlight some of your new members, featuring a Q&A that tells their membership stories. For example, did membership increase this year?

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Media Cause

DECEMBER 21, 2021

While advocating for survivors in San Francisco, I witnessed first-hand how critical stories are in tapping into people’s empathy. However, it wasn’t until my career took a turn into strategic communications and marketing that I learned just how integral a winning story is to the success of an advocacy campaign. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 29, 2021

Additionally, use pictures and lists to make your content more visually appealing and easier to read. Image Alt Tags – If your website uses pictures to tell a story, help search engines understand this story by using “alt” attributes on your images. 2) Technical Details Matter, Too. Your webmaster can help with this.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 22, 2019

And, his latest book, The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell , is yet another required read for leaders – managers, CEOs and team leaders. And, the first and most important part of being a great storyteller is knowing what stories to tell ,” explains Paul. In fact, “ What stories you tell is more important than how you tell them ,” he adds.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 6, 2022

It’s also helpful to include pie charts, bar graphs, or other visuals that help readers see the big picture and understand financial trends. Putting one together from scratch can be overwhelming, so the pro fundraisers at Network for Good have created a quick and easy template to help you tell your organization’s story.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to accomplish this: First, gather your GivingTuesday and end-of-year stats and personal stories in one place. Make sure to also gather any personal stories you have too, as these stories will connect best with new donors. Next, write an article with your data and personal stories interwoven.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

The way you tell your story and engage people in your message can make or break your fundraising efforts. And how do you tell a good story? Stories are interactive, bonding. Shared stories can tie whole cultures and groups together. Shared stories bind all sorts of people, from families to religious groups.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

2 – Letters that Tell a Great Story Raise More. Great fundraising letters tell a story – a compelling story – where the donor is the hero, and working through your non-profit, he or she vanquishes a villain through the power of a donation. Don’t have a story like that for your non-profit? Picture captions.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Ideally, your GivingTuesday campaign will include stories about those who benefit from your donors’ generosity. If you can, include a picture similar to those you’re sharing on social media or in your emails. Say you’re running a food kitchen: You’re probably planning to use pictures of your clients in your social media posts.

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Double the Donation

JULY 22, 2024

Picture this: Your wildlife conservation foundation is gearing up for an email marketing campaign. Your marketing team composes an engaging series of emails, complete with stories about real beneficiaries you’ve helped, statistics that illustrate your impact, and testimonials from donors and volunteers.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 1, 2018

2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. A great story builds credibility and properly positions you in the eye of the buyer."

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Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Tell an Emotional Story The Power of Narratives: People connect with stories. By offering a sneak peek of what data can reveal – maybe a dashboard highlighting member engagement or a predictive model for future growth – you’re painting a picture of the potential that’s hard to resist. The same goes for analytics.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2024

Regular newsletters can provide updates on recent initiatives, success stories, and upcoming events. For example, if a donor has a personal connection to a particular cause, share stories and updates that directly relate to their experiences. There are numerous ways to maintain an ongoing dialogue with your donor base.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

For most of these users, it’s Instagram Stories. . In just one year, the daily user count for Instagram Stories jumped from 400 million (June 2018) to 500 million. That means that more than half of Instagram’s 1 billion users look at and consume Instagram Stories – EVERY DAY! . Here are 6 ways. . Well, it depends!

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Some tips and tricks for how to tell a compelling story and get more donations on GivingTuesday Recently we were joined by Victoria Leonhardt from GivingTuesday to talk about the power of GivingTuesday and how to harness it for your organization. Set Your GivingTuesday Goal Not every nonprofit will be using GivingTuesday to raise more funds.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 7, 2012

There are mountains of resources for nonprofits who want to perfect the art of telling the stories of the clients and communities they serve. After all, nonprofits invest significant intellectual and financial resources in learning to tell rich, vibrant stories as a means of marketing and fundraising. Like this article? Get another!

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Tech Soup

MARCH 27, 2012

demonstrates the power photos also have to tell stories. Throughout the campaign, TechSoup invited nonprofit digital storytelling experts to share their best practices for creating stories with impact using pictures. And many more videos submitted for the challenge integrated photos into their narratives.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Even adding impact stories to your newsletter is not enough. Invest in creating more visuals (a picture is worth a thousand words) including short videos showing the tangible impact of your work in action (it’s fine to make them on your own smart phone). Humans are wired for stories. Multiple times. Multiple places.

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