As I was looking at a recent school supply list, I saw the word organizer. It occurred to me that this fall, my 3rd grade twins are not the only ones who should be considering some additional organization. I have been in my new home for two years and I now have a better idea of how I work in my … [Read more...]
10 Pieces of Paper That Will Help Your Organization
February 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Volunteer Packet - Volunteers can be incredibly useful and incredibly time consuming. Automate some of the systems by creating a packet for volunteers. You can learn about their interests, explain your priorities and areas of need, and establish a standardized set parameters for all involved. … [Read more...]
Q: How can one person cultivate, solicit and steward prospects and donors as well as run a series of major fundraising events?
May 23, 2009 By
A. We have received quite a few questions in our annual survey on this topic. Let’s face it, there are fewer people having to do more and more every day. The simple answer is time management and prioritization. The more complicated answer is that there is no way to meet, let alone exceed, all … [Read more...]
You’ve Got email by Jordana of Live Organized
June 23, 2008 By
So your desk is clear, your files are color-coded, and your emails are....? Just because your desktop is spotless and your files are neatly sorted, doesn't necessarily mean that your e-mail inbox follows suit. Take a minute and open your email inbox. What do you see? Are there hundreds of subject … [Read more...]
How Clean Is Your Data?
January 7, 2008 By
If you are like most nonprofits, your Director of Development has turned over every 1 ½ years. Among the chaos that this turnover leaves at the organization is mayhem in your development tracking systems. Each new Director comes with lots of energy to incorporate their favorite tracking method, … [Read more...]
Procrastination – Or How To Avoid It
June 7, 2007 By
As a committed volunteer, a responsible employee and a family organizer, I am slightly embarrassed to admit this – but I often need deadlines to help me achieve my goals – especially my volunteer jobs. And, I am not alone. Life is busy for everyone. Single or Married. With children or … [Read more...]