Want to get the new year off to a great start?
Check out these online tools that will help you day in and day out.
Happy Holidays
Writing
Churning out content can be a challenge but keeping a consistent pattern of fresh material is something your audience relies on. I've found these resources especially helpful when I am stuck or need inspiration on something quirky to write about.
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There are tons of great webinars on storytelling. Here's one that not only talks about the mechanics but gives examples.
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Webinar: Tech Soup- Using Photos for Storytelling
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Webinar - Authentic Storytelling with Greenpeace
Holiday Calendar
I can't reinforce the need for planning any more boldly. Are you taking full advantage of the conversations already happening around holidays? If not, please take a look at these great calendars which you can download for FREE.
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Design and Social Media
While it's true that the digital world is changing so fast it can make your head spin. It's worth your time to consider these resources in your toolbox for this year.
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Befunky has a terrific media library and many of the aspects of PhotoShop right at your fingertips. For a great all around cloud-based design program, if you haven't tried Canva, what are you waiting for? If you are looking for something other than Canva, how about trying Picmonkey?
Social media management tools are lifesavers. Now would be a great time to get started with Buffer or Social Sprout. Need ideas on how to fold in a LinkedIn strategy? Classy has you covered.
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Tech Soup: Social Media Analytics- What to measure?
Donors and Giving
Everyone can always use some new ideas about connecting with and growing donors.
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MobileCause: Nonprofit Marketing Ideas to Fuel Fundraising and Engage Donors
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Donor Love Month is coming up. Are you prepared? Here's a quick guide to Increasing Your Donor Love Machine.
Learning and Learning
Continue to push yourself in 2019. There are some terrific people out there moving things forward and here are just a few more resources.
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