Few people want to begin a project knowing that there will be failures along the way, but that is one of the key concepts behind Agile communications projects. Continue reading
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In the first part of our three-article series on Agile Communications, we discussed the deep benefits that nonprofits can expect to see from utilizing this framework. There are many reasons to adopt this methodology that will boost the productivity of your teams, aid organizational transparency overall and allow you to become more adaptable to change in general. Continue reading
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Whew! That title is quite a mouthful, right?!? Fortunately, while the concept sounds a little weighty, it’s an approachable methodology that helps solve a key challenge for marketing communications professionals. Continue reading
Change. The goal at the heart of your work in philanthropy, and one that can’t be accomplished alone. Continue reading
You already know how important donor personas are to building effective communications and development strategies. (If you don’t, check out this blog.) Well, content is the rocket fuel for connecting and engaging with your organization’s personas. Continue reading
Philanthropy is experiencing an evolution with the influx of new players and approaches, as Inside Philanthropy Founder and Editor David Callahan shared during the keynote for the 2017 Southeastern Council of Foundations Annual Meeting. Continue reading
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One observation that has held true over the years of working with nonprofits is how siloed the development and communications teams are. Each time I bring the subject up, whether in conversation or at speaking engagements, I see people nodding in agreement.
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As we watched the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey unfold in Texas this weekend, our hearts ached for all the people affected. With every news update, we realized that the damage caused by Harvey would be unprecedented, and that it’s going to take the communities affected years to recover.
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In our work with nonprofits, we see deeply committed people working hard to support their organization’s mission.
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It’s safe to say that the news isn’t always the most uplifting thing to watch, but last month two news stories shocked and amazed us because they showed the power of people to unite for good.
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