American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In this blog, we’ll explore key best practices and show how leveraging group/cooperative purchasing can help you master the art of strategic sourcing. Develop a Strategic Procurement Plan Procurement shouldn’t be reactive; it should be proactive. Some GPOs even offer their own types of technology and automation.

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Super Library Marketing

MARCH 27, 2023

You may be expecting me to recommend that you always attend sessions in the marketing, communications, or outreach track. For example, this year at LibLearnX, I attended a session on strategic planning for libraries. What’s the best way you’ve found to send messages to your community?

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Google Public Sector

APRIL 25, 2024

This fosters two-way communication, increases transparency, and empowers residents to engage directly with their government. By embracing its potential while prioritizing responsible development, the public sector can create a more efficient, equitable, and citizen-centric future for all.

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Office of Personnel Management charged federal agencies to develop and implement diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) plans. At AmeriCorps, that meant embedding DEIA in human resources and strategic plans and engaging with all stakeholders. “We It’s not enough to issue a paycheck for the work.

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Grant Training Center

MARCH 8, 2023

Emotional Intelligence Emotional intelligence training focuses on developing self-awareness, empathy, and effective communication skills. Coaching and Mentoring Coaching and mentoring are valuable tools for developing leadership skills. Strategic Thinking Leadership requires strategic thinking and planning.

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Social Pinpoint

JANUARY 15, 2023

That’s why it’s so important that we know how to develop a robust action plan for community engagement that harnesses digital innovation. Establish a communications plan. If you want community members to participate in your engagement initiative, it’s important that they know about it.

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Grant Training Center

MAY 30, 2023

Clear and Concise Communication: Are able to communicate their ideas and proposals clearly and concisely. The end result is a well developed and polished proposal. These characteristics are extremely valuable, and it’s important to note that grant writing is a skill that can be developed and refined over time.

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PBB Center for Priority Based Budgeting

MAY 5, 2017

Under the leadership of Finance Director Jamie Rouch and City Manager Bill Malinen, the City pursued PBB as a direct means to connect the way they budgeted to the long-term vision and Strategic Plan that Council had developed for the future of the community.

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CRA Today

APRIL 9, 2024

Episode 76: Beyond Bricks and Mortar: Rethinking Community Development Strategy to Address Digital Inequity with Sarah Hope Marshall [link] Sarah Hope Marshall joins me here to reflect upon digital inequity in place-based community revitalization. How has my world changed because of technology?”

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Super Library Marketing

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

This was the first-ever pre-conference workshop for the Library Marketing and Communications Conference , which returned in all its in-person glory. We don’t give our employees the time to work through strategic planning. And then we wonder why it’s so difficult to create successful library marketing and communications.

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Grant Consulting Services, LLC

APRIL 25, 2024

Defines Accountabilities It defines clear lines of accountability and timelines for achieving expected results on the agreed strategic initiatives. Provides a Framework for Ongoing Decision Making Since all decisions should support the strategy, the strategy and the strategic initiatives are the reference point for decision-making.

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GovLoop

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Chief Executive for Strategic Planning and Reporting, U.S. When it comes to engaging and communicating respectfully while working online, Crawford said he subscribes to the “platinum rule.”. Department of Education, about how we can treat each other with civility and respect in a remote workplace.

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Microsoft Public Sector

MAY 2, 2023

Hybrid work rationalization involves strategic planning and decision-making to create a flexible work model that meets the needs of both employees and the organization. Hybrid work rationalization involves strategic planning and decision-making to create a flexible work model that meets the needs of both employees and the organization.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

DECEMBER 12, 2022

When speaking to public sector organisations, we have found that most have no strategic plans in place for the withdrawal of their ISDN / PSTN services. By the end of September 2023, you will no longer be able to purchase ISDN or analogue lines or move existing ones. How adaptive is the current infrastructure?

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GovLoop

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Peter Bonner is a cross-sector innovator, working in the areas of human capital, workforce development, and leadership effectiveness. She is a FEMA-trained crisis communicator and certified Advanced Public Information Officer (APIO). General Services Administration and previously with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

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AccessE11

MARCH 14, 2024

For municipal staff and elected officials, the journey towards digital transformation involves understanding the limitations of current practices, exploring the capabilities of modern technologies, and leveraging data for continuous improvement and strategic planning.

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A Library Writer's Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

The Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM) is a non-profit membership organisation supporting the advancement of Open Science policies and practices in research communities and institutions across the Arab world.

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GovLoop

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Because individuals consume data in different ways, people who prefer hard data can focus on the various visual representations that Gill’s team develops, while those who are drawn to more qualitative information can read the narratives that support the statistics.

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GovLoop

JUNE 16, 2023

The Building Blocks of Data Literacy In January 2022, Texas put together an interagency working group to develop an approach to improving the state workforce’s data literacy. They use data to inform their decisions, develop strategic plans and measurably contribute to the success of the organization.”

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PBB Center for Priority Based Budgeting

JUNE 28, 2016

Data must be interpreted and used for the community’s benefit. Brian Elms from Denver Peak Academy mentioned that math should be simplified and jargon minimized when outwardly communicating data-informed decisions (a reoccurring theme at this year’s “unconference”).

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Grant Training Center

APRIL 15, 2024

Grant writers must develop strategies for effectively measuring and communicating the outcomes and institutionalization of their initiatives to secure funding and ensure long-term viability for their organizations. So, what must grant writers and organizations do in the face of these obstacles?

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Grant Writing Made Easy

APRIL 16, 2023

Create a grant dashboard for each client When you implement a grant dashboard, you not only improve communication with your clients but also provide them with a convenient and accessible way to view and track the progress of their grant applications. We try to be flexible, but if we put in the time, we have to get paid.

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Partnership for Public Service

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Clear communication, a holistic approach to designing services, and ongoing support from leadership to maintain momentum and drive change is key. For example, having a senior CX official report directly to the agency head or deputy ensures that customer experience principles and goals are core elements of strategic planning efforts.

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A Library Writer's Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The primary contact listed on each proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and decisions on proposals will be communicated to the primary contact in late January or early February. Panels (45 min.) Moderated group discussions or mini-workshops (45 min.).

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AccessE11

MARCH 14, 2024

For municipal staff and elected officials, the journey towards digital transformation involves understanding the limitations of current practices, exploring the capabilities of modern technologies, and leveraging data for continuous improvement and strategic planning.

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Center for Community Progress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Greening not only remediates physical conditions, but also can add value by repurposing lots to benefit communities. Because of its connection to many critical development and ecological issues, vacant land maintenance and greening have the potential to be catalysts for broader community development and regeneration efforts.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 21, 2023

Develop AI-Related Skills As AI begins to play a larger role, understanding it becomes an asset. Expanding Your Skill Set: AI-Related Capabilities to Enhance Your Market Worth When we talk about developing AI-related skills, we’re not necessarily suggesting that you should dive headfirst into becoming a full-fledged AI scientist.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 7, 2023

Develop a Clear Business Plan Before anything else, you need a robust business plan. If you’re not already a pro, invest in professional development. Develop a Professional Website and Online Presence In this digital age, having a professional online presence is essential.

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Grant Central USA

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Participants learn about proposal development, research techniques, and writing grants and the various types of grants, including federal, state, foundation, and corporate grants. Proposal Development A central focus and first course of grant writing certification is the art of proposal development.

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Super Library Marketing

JULY 11, 2022

Depending on your library’s overall goals, it may be critical for your organization to focus on attracting and retaining a larger percentage of your community’s older residents. Finally, conduct focus groups in partnership with senior community centers. Focus on communicating the mission, vision, and values of your library.

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Grant Central USA

JUNE 6, 2023

With a successful grant proposal, organizations have the potential to obtain valuable funding that could be used for initiatives such as research projects, equipment purchases or community development programs. Grant writers must be able to effectively communicate with their contacts and negotiate favorable terms for their clients.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

Comprehensive Steps to Developing Effective Nonprofit Budgets Developing a robust nonprofit budget involves several steps but can be easily accomplished if you nail the foundational basics: 1. Action Plan: Map out your organization’s strategic goals for the upcoming year or beyond. We use AI for a lot of things!

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Grant Central USA

AUGUST 8, 2023

With their comprehensive and tailored grant management programs, they empower individuals and organizations to harness the power of persuasive writing and strategic planning to win grants and unlock a multitude of funding opportunities. Participants may work on mock grant proposals to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios.

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Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

MARCH 26, 2024

More parks systems are developing outdoor winter programming guidance ( Denver Outdoor Adventure and Alternative Sports Strategic Plan ), when before perhaps they focused on indoor activities at best. More cities are developing what we might call "signature parks" usually in their downtowns, but not limited to downtowns.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

But not including essential preparations for planned giving could turn a generous gift into an accounting and programming nightmare for a nonprofit. People who include nonprofits in their planned giving are not required to notify the agencies but often do when asked.

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