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Connection is the superpower we need now

Social platforms and our informational spaces are increasingly soulless and overwhelming. But nonprofits can't avoid engaging there. This is a call for connection as a goal, not communication.
Ted Fickes May 1, 2025
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Power and impact and 32 new jobs

Teaching people about power and building solidarity with stories about our impact.
Ted Fickes Apr 22, 2025
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Teaching power

We've been so busy doing polling, testing messages and asking for approval that we forgot what power is, how to build it, how to teach people to use it.
Ted Fickes Apr 18, 2025
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From chaos to what, exactly?

Takeaways from the Job Searching: From Chaos to Calm session. And 61 or so new Future Community jobs.
Ted Fickes Apr 11, 2025

Woah...stop throwing away your email program.

Sending more email to more people isn't a solution. But sending great email to people who need and want it can grow your list, increase engagement and improve revenue.
Ted Fickes Apr 28, 2024
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An idea: Be needed

Deliverability is great! 👏 But it's far better to be needed by your supporters and subscribers. Don't assume you are needed.
Ted Fickes Apr 2, 2024

Don't hesitate to (re)activate

Why retention matters more than ever and how to get started.
Ted Fickes Mar 14, 2024

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