Candid

JULY 5, 2023

Budgets tightened, conferences were cancelled, and networking events moved to less engaging virtual formats. When colleagues attend external conferences and workshops, encourage them to share what they learned with the team. A book club is another budget- and remote-friendly option.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

The Personal Democracy Forum is hosting a series of three conference calls over the next month. Photo: Allison Fine at The Networked Nonprofit book launch at TechSoup Global; Matt Sharp ; CC license. The topics and speakers for these look very promising. Eastern time. These calls are free for PdF members. Learn more and register here.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 28, 2009

The early-bird registration period for NTEN's 2009 Nonprofit Technology Conference ends January 31. Clay's recent book, Here Comes Everybody, discusses how Web2.0 I love the NTC. is revolutionizing the social order. " read more.

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Selfish Giving

MAY 19, 2010

The 8th Cause Marketing Forum Conference is coming to the Westin Chicago River North on June 2 & 3. I even wrote a post about getting a conference experience from the seat of your couch). But each year I make a point to dig out my travel bag for the Cause Marketing Forum Conference. A must-see for cause marketers!

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Candid

JULY 26, 2023

Before COVID-19, the rules of engagement for in-person meetings were simple: file into a conference room, pull up the agenda, and take notes as necessary. After adjusting to leveraging technology to connect with our colleagues during the pandemic, meeting in a virtual conference room has become the norm and second nature for many.

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The Fundraiser Coach

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Remember that there is plenty of experience to glean from, whether from books, conferences, or social media. Experience, trying and failing, listening, and tasting all helped them develop their craft. It is no different for fundraisers. As Gail Perry says, "Get fired up!"

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Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Attend Conferences Conferences are one of the most valuable tools for improving your grant writing skills. Conferences can: Introduce you to experts for in-depth discussions. Read Books Books are a cost-effective and impactful way to gain knowledge from subject matter experts.

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Grant Writer Team

MAY 23, 2024

And, of course, there are countless courses you can take online, videos to watch, and even books on the subject. Budget: Your writer needs full access to your books in most cases. Budget: Your writer needs full access to your books in most cases. It’s also a nice addition to your CV.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 17, 2012

I bought this book after hearing author Jonathan Schick speak at a conference in Dallas, and I was delighted. If you’re trying to figure out how your Board and Executive Director should be working together, this book will give you a good idea. It’s a quick read, and full of nuggets of wisdom. I totally agree!

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

This requires embracing opportunities for skill development, whether through reading books and articles, attending conferences and workshops, or participating in online courses and webinars. Leaders who network can expand professional circles, share knowledge, and build collaborative relationships.

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Tony Martignetti

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Peter Panepento & Antionette Kerr: Thought Leadership Peter Panapento and Antionette Kerr co-authored the book, “Modern Media Relations for Nonprofits.” ” They share their insights on how to build relationships with journalists so you get heard as the thought leader you are.

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Selfish Giving

JANUARY 31, 2024

For example, I entered the following prompt into ChatGPT: Searching only Selfishgiving.com, what is the author's opinion of the Engage for Good Conference (previously known as the Cause Marketing Forum Conference )? The author also enjoyed the conference's focus on social media and its role in cause marketing. Brilliant.

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Blackbaud

JULY 24, 2024

It’s one of my favorite conferences to go to, and I love to meet my fellow database nerds. Whether it’s your first time attending or you’re a “bbcon pro” like me, I’ve put together my top ten tips to help you get the most out of this year’s conference so you have an equally great experience. Wear comfortable shoes.

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Selfish Giving

MARCH 28, 2018

Thanks to you, my readers, I'm thinking about it all the time now (looking for relevant article for you, booking podcast guests who can talk about it, etc.). Folks, this virtual conference isn't free. Learn More About the April Conference & Register for it NOW!** Don't worry, they'll be more on this topic. Top Stories 1.

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Selfish Giving

MAY 10, 2011

She’s also the co-author of our upcoming book! I want to write more books, speak at more conferences and teach nonprofits and companies about the wonderful opportunities that cause marketing and social media offer. Joanna MacDonald has been my closest friend and colleague here at BMC since 2005.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

You’re in for an unforgettable experience: bbcon is Blackbaud’s annual three-day conference for nonprofit professionals, showcasing everything new and next in your software, plus networking and idea-sharing with fundraisers, development team leaders, and innovators from every sector. Set on booking your spot right now? New to bbcon?

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Candid

JUNE 9, 2021

Little did I know then that this work would form lasting bonds, and that years later I’d find myself still sharing space at conferences, on Zoom, in bylines, and most recently in the creation of the Participatory Grantmaking Community. . There is plenty of other literature already out there—most recently even a book !

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 26, 2011

Whether it’s a book, a workshop, or a coach, investing in yourself has a tremendous impact on your nonprofit organization, its mission, and the people who benefit. They attend workshops and conferences to increase their knowledge about their field. But this is SO short-sighted! Commit yourself to learning all you can from them.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

How are they supposed to learn about the latest trends and techniques if they don’t attend conferences or attend association meetings. I applaud those folks who want to pay for books and training themselves. I understand that some organizations are struggling and the training budget is the first thing to go.

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Future Fundraising Now

DECEMBER 3, 2024

It’s available in books, blogs, webinars, conferences and more. Knowledge comes from years of testing and trying things. If your list is too small for testing, you can get a huge head start by paying attention to knowledge-base of our profession. The rest of the commandments (so far).

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Tech Soup

JUNE 29, 2014

Before the American Library Association’s Annual Conference , I had the privilege of taking a tour of the shoe retailer’s main office to see what libraries and nonprofits could learn from the company. Culture is highly valued at Zappos -- so much so that the company publishes a yearly Culture Book. Embrace and drive change.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 24, 2024

Library Shelfie Day is here, so dust off your favorite books and join in! While you may not get to read ALL the books today, Shelfie Day is a chance to make a new beginning. This gesture will go far in the way of furthering literacy and inspiring young ones to slow down, take a breath, and crack a book.

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Future Fundraising Now

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Plus webinars, conferences, and books. Knowledge Almost everything you read on this blog is information about fundraising. There are many great blogs about fundraising. As you take it all in, you amass knowledge about fundraising. That’s a start … Experience With experience, your knowledge becomes more and more real.

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The Fundraising Coach

DECEMBER 13, 2022

At a recent “Exactly What To Say TM for Nonprofit Leaders” session at the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference, I asked attendees: When you took on a new leadership position, what surprised you most? Look for books and podcasts on leadership, people skills, and managing.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Previously, she produced the Our Social Times and Influence People’s North American Social Media Marketing and Monitoring conference series and started a web development and social media business, which leveraged an international team of programmers and designers across India, Romania, and the U.S. Upcoming Conferences.

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GrantNews

APRIL 4, 2024

Library Lovers – Have I got a book for you! Library Lovers may not always visit in large numbers, but they are certainly immense in their love of books. They also have extensive collections of books, movies, and music that you can borrow for free. What’s more, some folks have never been inside a library at all.

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 12, 2019

I moderated a great panel at the Engage for Good Conference with the National Park Foundation on how nonprofits can attract companies from a variety of industries. This nonprofit is doing it with a book club. Kim Hirose from NPF recorded footage from the session and I have eight clips to share with you. Declutter your website!

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CauseVox

JUNE 1, 2021

After NTEN had to cancel their annual conference, they set up a crowdfunding page where people could still donate to help cover lost revenue from the conference. Virtual Conference (aka UnConference). Did you have a conference planned that needed to be canceled? Host a virtual conference event aka an Unconference.

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Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

” This is changing as many people are exposed to more great public speaking at conferences, on Youtube and television and at the movies. A New York Times bestselling author shared this with me last year: the money is not in selling books and there are easier ways to make a living than consulting. The pressure is on.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 30, 2010

Simone teaches philanthropy at the university level, speaks at conferences worldwide, and her books and other writings receive rave reviews. She's an expert in fund development, strategic planning, and board development, working with all types and sizes of organizations.

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 6, 2017

Last week I spoke at the annual Engage for Good Conference in Chicago on how nonprofits can dramatically increase their cause marketing success with content marketing. That leads to a conference on health and well being for women. The webinar, magazine and conference are all "bazookas" that can be monetized. Great idea, right?

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The Fundraising Coach

JUNE 3, 2022

There are conferences like the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference and webinars like our Tactical Thursdays. And there are lots and lots of books and courses on copy writing. If you are, great! Keep it up. If you aren’t, don’t worry. You can learn to communicate more clearly.

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Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Now we are getting asked at conferences about how we did it,” said a zoo spokesperson. “We Fiona has appeared on The Tonight Show , has her own fat-shaming ice cream (Chunky-Chunk Hippo), t-shirts with her face on them, a children's book and the list goes on and on. We all have a hippo. But it's not always, well, a hippo.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 29, 2014

Before the American Library Association’s Annual Conference , I had the privilege of taking a tour of the shoe retailer’s main office to see what libraries and nonprofits could learn from the company. Culture is highly valued at Zappos -- so much so that the company publishes a yearly Culture Book. Embrace and drive change.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Take going to a conference. Last year, a handful of us from TechSoup traveled to Minneapolis for the Nonprofit Technology Conference. Attending a conference can mean significant costs for an organization, like airfare, and small costs that add up, like pens, paper, tape, and signage.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 23, 2010

If you missed them, be sure to take a look at Kevin's three posts from the RSA Conference earlier this month in San Francisco. Your Office Is Everywhere" is the title of the first chapter of the book, and was a sort of mantra for the entire project.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 25, 2024

Here are some examples: Cross-team training Workshop or conference attendance Online courses Mentorship programs Book clubs or learning circles Have the managers at your organization discuss career paths and aspirations with each of their direct reports. There are many opportunities your organization can offer.

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