A Library Writer's Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

The Journal of Advancement, Communication, and Development in Academic Libraries (open access journal) publishes articles that offer strategies and case studies for practical application of strategic fundraising and communication in academic libraries. This journal will be published twice annually, fall and spring.

Communications 40

Communications Development Fundraising Stewardship 40

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.

Regulations 58

Regulations Sustainability Nonprofit Strategic Planning 58

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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Strategic Planning Sustainability Budgeting Social Media 52

Google Public Sector

APRIL 25, 2024

This fosters two-way communication, increases transparency, and empowers residents to engage directly with their government. Predictive Healthcare: Partnering with Google Cloud, New York University Langone is harnessing the power of gen AI to analyze medical records and predict patient outcomes.

Public Sector 86

Public Sector Constituents Strategic Planning Implementation 86

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

People who include nonprofits in their planned giving are not required to notify the agencies but often do when asked. Including planned giving messages in newsletters and other donor communications can spur deeper conversations with individuals who may give through family foundations or donor-advised funds.

Nonprofit 105

Nonprofit Sustainability Fundraising Grant Writer 105

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.

Social Media 97

Social Media Press Release Communications Strategic Planning 97

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.

Strategic Planning 52

Strategic Planning Communications Management Education 52

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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Strategic Planning Accountability Coordinator Sustainability 59

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

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Strategic Planning Government Employee Constituents Engagement 119

Grant Training Center

MAY 30, 2023

Clear and Concise Communication: Are able to communicate their ideas and proposals clearly and concisely. The best writers effectively convey complex concepts in a straightforward manner, making the proposal easy to understand for both technical and non-technical readers.

Grant Writer 98

Grant Writer Communications Coordinator Sustainability 98

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. While technological advancements offer exciting opportunities, optimizing these changes pose specific challenges for IT leaders in government.

Local Government 74

Local Government Government Public Sector Strategic Planning 74

Grant Training Center

MARCH 8, 2023

Emotional Intelligence Emotional intelligence training focuses on developing self-awareness, empathy, and effective communication skills. Team building activities help leaders build relationships with their team members, improve communication, and foster a positive work environment. These include: 1.

Leadership 98

Leadership Development Communications Management 98

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?

Budgeting 64

Budgeting Communications Strategic Planning Translation 64

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.

Strategic Planning 69

Strategic Planning City Manager Elected Officials Operations 69

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 23, 2023

A good working relationship requires ongoing communication, shared resources, and joint effort. Nevertheless, most organizations will find they are missing something, whether it is a sam.gov registration, current strategic plan, or updated org chart. So, what should you expect when you hire a grant consultant?

Fundraising 59

Fundraising Strategic Planning Budgeting Communications 59

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”).

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Leadership Local Government Elected Officials 52

A Library Writer's Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

We have therefore identified 4 thematic areas for this year’s Annual Forum, reflecting the priorities of our members and wider network across the Arab states: Policies and funding: Open access and research assessment policies Funding sources and allocations developing policies and determining best practises to support sustainability in Arab scholarly (..)

Strategic Planning 40

Strategic Planning Sustainability Education Community Engagement 40

CRA Today

APRIL 9, 2024

“If you think about the trajectory of where we are, CRA and the CDFI fund and the way that was initiated really came about because of place-based community organizing. And now, we’ve come to a place where technology has really expanded our social networks so that we’re constantly communicating with people all over the country.”

Community Development 52

Community Development Development Campaign Public Administration 52

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?

Grant Writer 52

Grant Writer Sustainability Communications Budgeting 52

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.

Strategic Planning 52

Strategic Planning City Manager Elected Officials Operations 52

GovLoop

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Gill’s team established a governmentwide EX community of practice, in which 14 federal agencies participate. We have a strategic plan, we have goals five to seven years out, we have that very macro level of what we want to work towards, but at the foundation of all of it are the feelings of our people,” she said.

Strategic Planning 69

Strategic Planning Engagement Constituents Development 69

GovLoop

JUNE 16, 2023

“They use data to inform their decisions, develop strategic plans and measurably contribute to the success of the organization.” Accurate and timely decisions depend on employees knowing how to read, understand, work with and communicate with data,” Cooke said. Communicate: How do I talk about data with others?

Cultivation 52

Cultivation Strategic Planning Management Education 52

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.).

Strategic Planning 40

Strategic Planning Outreach Education Leadership 40

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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Grant Writer Communications Implementation Development 52

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.

Budgeting 40

Budgeting Strategic Planning Leadership Government 40

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. Focus on communicating the mission, vision, and values of your library. Have a plan to target your older population with value-oriented messages.

Social Media 52

Social Media Strategic Planning Accountability Voting 52

Grant Training Center

JUNE 27, 2022

This dramatic decline in new projects suggests the pandemic’s impact on science may be longer lasting than commonly imagined (Dashung Wang – Nature Communications ). What Can Be Done? Faculty feedback that is taken seriously and implemented can greatly increase faculty confidence and reduce stress.

Communications 52

Communications Implementation Education Strategic Planning 52

Center for Community Progress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Engaging residents at lower levels, including communication and input, was associated with enhanced program responsiveness to community priorities and increased community buy-in. It was much less common overall for organizations to involve residents in their work.

Engagement 52

Engagement Stewardship Sustainability Public Health 52

Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 21, 2023

Furthermore, sharpening your critical thinking skills will enable you to evaluate situations and make strategic decisions, a capacity AI currently lacks. Enhance Communication and Collaboration Skills AI has limitations in interpreting nuances in human communication.

Cultivation 52

Cultivation Communications Development Grant Writer 52

Grant Consulting Services, LLC

JUNE 13, 2024

Benefits of Nonprofit Collaboration Collaborative efforts enable nonprofits to address complex community issues more effectively and sustainably foster a sense of shared responsibility and mutual growth. Therefore, building and nurturing community partnerships is an integral part of strategic planning for nonprofits (Instrumentl, 2024).

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Nonprofit Sustainability Social Media Strategic Planning 45

Grant Central USA

JUNE 6, 2023

Detail oriented In addition to being able to communicate clearly, grant writers must pay close attention to details in write proposals and be able to identify any potential errors or omissions in their work. Grant writers must be able to effectively communicate with their contacts and negotiate favorable terms for their clients.

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Grant Writer Nonprofit Communications Development 52

Grant Central USA

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Participants learn how to structure and write proposals well, write compelling narratives, and create budgets that effectively communicate an organization's mission, goals, and intended impact. Consistency They ensure consistency in messaging across different grant applications, fundraising materials, and public communications.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Grant Writer Sustainability Security 52

Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 7, 2023

Understand their needs, communicate regularly, and meet deadlines. By showing them you understand their challenges and goals, you’re more likely to convert these consultations into paying projects. Follow Up and Provide Exceptional Service Once you’ve started working with clients, be sure to deliver exceptional service.

Social Media 52

Social Media Grant Writer Development Engagement 52

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

Action Plan: Map out your organization’s strategic goals for the upcoming year or beyond. Communicate these alignments to stakeholders to justify budget decisions and highlight how financial resources are being used to advance the organizational mission.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Budgeting Financial Management Operations 52

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.

Grant Writer 52

Grant Writer Nonprofit Security Budgeting 52

PBB Center for Priority Based Budgeting

JULY 19, 2016

"Some recommended updates to the strategic plan include revising prioritized strategic goal ranking, adding outcome statements for strategic goals, and integration of priority-based budgeting references." Strathcona County, Alberta, Canada, is leading the way in priority based business planning and budgeting.

Strategic Planning 52

Strategic Planning Budgeting Voting Communications 52

Partnership for Public Service

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Participants in the second cohort learned about cross-functional strategic planning and data storytelling to improve the way agencies conduct business. Finally, the bootcamp also provided actionable strategies to help chief diversity officers and DEIA professionals integrate DEIA goals into agencywide strategic plans.

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Strategic Planning Implementation Sustainability Public Service 45