Emerging Leaders Networking Lunch
Friday, June 15, 12 - 1 p.m.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, St. Paul
Topic: Peer Resume Review

Leadership Story Swap: Inspire and be inspired
Monday, June 25, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
University of Minnesota Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC)
Register now!

 

* Facilitation resources on topics such as Open Space Technology and World Cafe, and groups such as the Public Conversations Project and the international Art of Hosting network. 

 

 

Search



This blog is dedicated to engaging YNPN members by discussing relevant issues surrounding the nonprofit sector and being a young professional.
If you are interested in submitting a guest blog post, email blog@ynpntwincities.org.

Subscribe by E-mail

Entries in Jenna Wade (2)

Wednesday
Feb222012

Have you fallen out of love with your nonprofit job?

by Jenna Wade
follow me on Twitter: @djjazzyjenna

Let’s be honest here. Sometimes it’s hard to work at a nonprofit. The board agendas, work plans, white papers, fundraising letters, metrics, phone calls, and meetings seem endless. And occasionally you can’t help wondering if it’s worth it. You could be making more money. You’re sick of being short-staffed. And your work—alleviating homelessness, poverty, global warming, illiteracy—can be overwhelming, frustrating, and more than a little depressing.

Click to read more ...

Wednesday
Nov092011

In Social Media, Forget the Flash and Do the Work

Think you need a Justin Bieber or an Ashton Kutcher to get things done through social media? Not so . . . big-name celebrities are much less effective in raising money through social media than other kinds of spokespeople, such as influential bloggers and passionate followers.

Click to read more ...