November, 2007

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Wild Apricot Blog : Tips to Manage your Year-End Fundraising Campaigns

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When Sharing Met Selling

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Years ago, I had a buddy who managed men's furnishings in our local Nordstrom. He was kind enough to bring me in twice a year to work the men's sales. My wardrobe still enjoys the residual rewards of that employee discount. We were taught that while a guest was trying on a suit it was helpful to gather a few shiort and tie combinations to show him the different looks that could be achieved with his selection.

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Wild Apricot Blog : November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month

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Wild Apricot Blog : 6 Unique Online Fundraising Techniques for Your Nonprofit (Part 3 of 6)

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How to Increase Membership Renewal

Dive deep into essential elements that drive member retention. Learn why members may hesitate to renew. Discover actionable techniques to encourage their return and foster lasting engagement. Uncover reasons members choose not to renew. Learn effective tactics to elevate member engagement and communication. Explore methods to encourage member renewal and active participation in your association Download now to take charge of your membership retention strategy!

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Wild Apricot Blog : Ten Innovative Ways Nonprofits Can Use Facebook

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Wild Apricot Blog : 6 Unique Online Fundraising Techniques for Your Nonprofit (Part 2 of 6)

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The "Duh" of Interpersonal Effectiveness

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If you don't want someone to take things so personally, it helps to not offer your thoughts or feedback in a highly personal tone. It's one thing for the sender of a message to say to its recipient: "You shouldn't take it personally." It's quite another for the speaker to thoughtfully reframe remarks so they don't have personal animosity attached to them.

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Flaws and All

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"I wasn't altogether satisfied by Rock 'n' Roll , but I wouldn't have missed it for the world." So said the Wall Street Journal 's drama critic in his November 6 review of Tom Stoppard's new work that played to rave reviews in London and recently opened at NYC's Lincoln Center Theater. I'm seeing the show in December and anticipate reacting somewhat the same.

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Hiring versus Acquiring

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I have several talented friends and colleagues currently searching for work. All of them are frustrated by the lack of jobs being posted in their respective professions or industries. Therein lie the problem: The job posting is a constraint. for both the employer and the prospect. We would build organizational capacity more effectively if we think also about acquiring talent versus just hiring for positions.

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How to Create a Winning Event Marketing Strategy

Events hold the power to create lasting impressions and meaningful connections. They are not only occasions for celebration but also valuable marketing opportunities. Event marketing has become an essential component of successful business strategies, enabling organizations to engage with their target audience and create memorable experiences. However, behind every successful event lies a well-thought-out marketing strategy.

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Going Complaint Free

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Darn it. I want to express my reservations about movements like Kansas City minister Will Bowen's A Complaint-Free World , but to do so would be complaining and that's what the movement is trying to stop. Since I haven't received my complaint-free bracelet yet. or the book. or the t-shirt. I guess I'm still in the clear though. The basic concept is hard to argue with: "Your thoughts create your world and your words indicate your thoughts.