Idea Architects

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Its a very hands-on event and we explore facilitation fundamentals, tools and techniques for meetings and discussions, and how to manage common group dynamics situations. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. We had 45 folks in July, so a great community of learners gets engaged. 2, Columbus, PIA-Ohio Board Workshop.

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Idea Architects

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

I led two breakout sessions (links to slides provided): the first focused on tools and techniques for enhancing creative, critical, and constructive thinking, and the other explored the everyday practices of innovative individuals. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. 1, Columbus, OFA & ANLA Staff Workshop.

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Idea Architects

APRIL 16, 2012

I am a huge believer in the value of record-keeping in volunteer organizations and regularly preach the power of checklists as a vital tool in project management (you have read The Checklist Manifesto , right?). 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. 1, Columbus, OFA & ANLA Staff Workshop. Blog Archive. Blog Archive.

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Idea Architects

MARCH 4, 2012

Structure and strategy are merely tools to accomplish mission and vision, not things to be preserved at all costs. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Regretfully, the ways in which core values and purpose are realized over time becomes seen as the ends in and of themselves as opposed to a means to a greater end.

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Idea Architects

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

It is all too easy to focus conversations about designing better learning experiences on tools, techniques, and logistics. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. It is the sound advice that helped keep me challenged as a meeting planner when I was designing an event I had already reimagined several times. Blog Archive.

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Idea Architects

JULY 20, 2012

Tools like decision-making grids or Edward deBonos Six Thinking Hats can help ensure thorough consideration of alternatives an evaluation of the selected options using common criteria. Regardless of the tools used or process selected, some of the core questions facilitators must help groups answer include: 1. Blog Archive. Awesome Inc.

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Idea Architects

JULY 2, 2012

Turn your participant directory from an address book into a true networking tool by adding two fields on the registration form and then publishing them in the directory: (1) topics I want to learn more about, and (2) topics I could be a resource on for others. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Blog Archive.

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Idea Architects

JUNE 8, 2012

Affinity diagrams are one effective tool for managing this issue. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Effective facilitation ensures that they each get heard, but in an efficient manner so that the bulk of the conversation can focus on the implications of the different perspectives. 2, Columbus, PIA-Ohio Board Workshop.

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Idea Architects

MARCH 9, 2012

You could begin the process prior to the first meeting or conversation, anonymously collecting and aggregating individuals ideas via an online tool like SurveyMonkey. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. 1, Columbus, OFA & ANLA Staff Workshop. 2, Columbus, MORNING AVAILABLE-special rate. Blog Archive. Blog Archive.

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Idea Architects

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

I think this might be a great problem-solving tool for association members when they feel like they've run into a wall and aren't sure where to go. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Inspiration is everywhere - we just have to make the connections. :) Great list, Jeffrey! 2, Columbus, PIA-Ohio Board Workshop.

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Idea Architects

JULY 6, 2012

Visuals are a critical tool as we work to help participants make connections and make meaning from what unfolds. Tweets are visuals increasingly being incorporated as visual records during a session ( in Twitter wall form ) or being curated and repurposed using a tool like Storify following a session to tell the story of what occurred.

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MAY 4, 2012

That is the most important tool we bring to any meetings or conversations we facilitate. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. And perhaps the best way to find our own voice is simply to. let our voice speak, to listen to it with great intention, and to make. in our lives. 1, Columbus, OFA & ANLA Staff Workshop.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

This series of 15- to 20-minute videos covers hot topics and issues related to 501c organization management. Learn about common tools that you may already have to help automate some of the process. Gonzalez, CMP, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Houston First Corporation. Mon 9/13 at 1 p.m. – every Monday. to 3:45 p.m.

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