Instructor Jessica Cloud, CFREVice President of Advancement, Starr King School for the Ministry Course Highlights 60 min of video instruction Downloadable resources Course Details Released 05/28/2020 The transition to an all-online working environment has presented challenges for major gift officers accustomed to building donor relationships face-to-face. Things that usually feel intuitive, like structuring communication touchpoints and knowing what to say and what tone to strike, are now much more difficult. But there are ways to continue to be proactive and build relationships in ways that feel authentic and further fundraising goals. This training has been designed to help you address both mindset and action around frontline fundraising in today’s context. From discovery calls to solicitations to donor stewardship, our expert instructor will help you understand how you need to be thinking about these critical touchpoints during COVID and offer creative ideas to translate them into action. Who Should Attend Major and planned gift officers, those in leadership annual giving, and anyone managing frontline fundraisers will benefit from this webcast. Agenda This recording will cover how you can adjust both your mindset and approach to the following daily fundraising tasks: Restructuring communication touchpoints Making discovery calls Continuing solicitations in […]
Creating Consistency in Decentralized Advising Models After participating in this conference, you will be able to take steps to create consistency across your decentralized advising model. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1 Day 2 Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course page above. Follow the meeting link, and then: Click the radio button that reads, “Enter as […]
This webcast will help academic advisors accustomed to face-to-face settings improve their online advising practice and acclimate to their new virtual roles due to COVID-19. Touching on common challenges related to both self and students, our expert instructor will discuss strategies for the following while working remotely: What strategies can I employ to maintain boundaries and practice better self-care? What do I need to consider about student privacy and confidentiality? How can I structure my touchpoints and communications online to build effective and trust-based relationships with my advisees?
Course Highlights 3h 30 m of video instruction (15 short videos) Downloadable resources Course Details Engage more alumni and donors and raise more money by assessing the overall health of your advancement shop. In this master class, you will learn about the 4 philanthropic vital signs and what they say about the health of your overall operation: Appreciation: Have you ever REALLY LISTENED to your alumni and donors? Knowing what your donors and prospects care about is key to engaging them. Affiliation: Have you brought back your most accomplished alumni? Help people lend their talent back to your institution to create an uptick in giving. Agency: Do your proposals depict in a compelling way what will happen as a result of a gift? Fewer people today want to give to an institution for the good it has already achieved. Rather, they’re inclined to give THROUGH an institution for the good it might achieve in the future. Accountability: Are you demonstrating financial health and using your resources appropriately? Show donors how you’re stewarding your resources to make them gravitate towards your institution again and again. You will then get suggestions for how to make incremental improvements to attract more donors with […]
Most advancement leaders rise into their positions from successful fundraising careers with little or no experience managing teams. You’re a leader because you were a great fundraiser. And you were a great fundraiser because you applied rigor and discipline in your schedule and intuited the information and practices needed for success. But how much have you worked to coach others on the rigor and intuition you developed within yourself? Join us online to learn how to start building in your team the skills that made you such a successful individual contributor: Choosing effectiveness over efficiency Managing your time and calendar Gathering and disseminating crucial information Shadowing and roleplaying
In order to meet your campaign goals, it is essential to ensure you have the proper staffing levels, particularly for frontline fundraisers. In this program, our expert facilitator will provide practical tips for staffing, training, and supporting your frontline fundraisers as you ramp up for a comprehensive campaign. Throughout this webcast, you will learn to: Strategically align your team’s talent with the vision of your campaign Use benchmarking with peer and aspirant institutions to provide insights for staffing needs and patterns Gain insights around the tactics and strategies necessary to hire and on-board new fundraising staff to ensure campaign success.
Advanced Title IX Investigator Training and Certification Increase your capacity to investigate more complex sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination cases for your campus. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course page above. Follow the meeting link, and then: Click the radio button that reads, “Enter as a […]
Alumni Boards: Strengthen Your Strategy and Grow Engagement Accomplish strategic objectives and goals with a well-developed alumni or advisory board. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1 Day 2 Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course page above. Follow the meeting link, and then: Click the radio button that reads, “Enter as a Guest” In the box that […]
A Strategic Approach to Strengthening and Updating Your Institutional Brand Lead your campus through the process of building, refreshing, or updating your institutional brand. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1: Understanding your Brand Needs Day 2: Moving the Process Forward Day 3: Planning to Launch and Continuously Improve Your Brand Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course […]
Aligning Campus Stakeholders for Holistic Corporate Engagement Build strong working relationships with offices across campus to support effective corporate relations. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1 Day 2 Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course page above. Follow the meeting link, and then: Click the radio button that reads, “Enter as a Guest” In the box that […]
Refocus Your Annual Giving Strategy: Find Opportunities in a Crisis Now is the time to adjust your annual giving strategy in light of COVID-19. Agenda Revisiting Your Strategy Where should your focus be now and going forward Retention Reactivation Acquisition Recurring donors Refocusing for the Rest of the Year Mapping out your solicitation schedule Communications/Messaging goals for Annual Giving
Developing a Strategic Plan for Student Philanthropy: Educating Students from Acceptance Letter to New Alum Craft a comprehensive, multi-year plan to educate your students about philanthropy and increase their participation in giving. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course page above. Follow the meeting link, and then: […]
Virtual Writing Café An Online Space to Foster Accountability, Support, and Community Writing is easier when you plan for small achievable tasks in a discrete amount of time! Get started by setting meaningful weekly goals that can be broken down into small daily tasks. Important Links How Does it Work? Resources Using Adobe Connect The VW Café is moving to Adobe Connect! If you haven’t used this platform before, please review the following: To enter the room: Click on the room link. Then click the radio button that reads, “Enter as a Guest.” Type your name in the box that says “Name.” It will not be displayed publicly. Click the “Enter Room” button. Upon entrance you will be prompted to listen by computer. Select the “Listen Only ” option in the audio pop-up. To download the program or test your setup, please visit this link: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
Are you finding that your self-care is becoming just another thing on your to-do list? Maybe it’s not a priority at all. Between taking care of your career, family, friends and household—all while working in new ways from home—you may feel as if there’s never enough time in the day to take care of yourself. Join us online and learn how to integrate self-care into your life in a meaningful way that does not feel like a chore. You’ll learn six proven pillars of upgraded self-care to practice now during the COVID crisis, when it matters the most, and when your life returns to normal. This approach will have you focus on the things you’re already doing but will teach you how to do them better. You’ll learn how to: Set boundaries with your family members while you work from home Fall asleep faster Move your body in a way that feels exciting and purposeful Release the shame or guilt you might feel for not performing at 100%
Foundations of Title IX Investigations: Institute and Certification Important Links Welcome! This course page connects you to all of the information and materials you need to be successful in the program. Please take a few minutes to review the learning schedule and check out the links shared under the “Important Links” heading. If you have any questions about this event, please reach out to Lisa Lafflam, Instructional Designer, at lisa.lafflam@academicimpressions.com. Test Your Technology Before the Live Meetings! We will host the small-group meetings in Adobe Connect and have built the meetings for discussion and practice amongst the attendees and the instructor. We advise the following in order to participate fully: Headset/earbuds and webcam, if possible. Please test your webcam, audio, and ability to connect to Adobe Connect at this link: http://ai.adobeconnect.com/wctest/ (Headset or earbuds will reduce ambient noise and echoes, and webcams will allow us to make more personal connections.) If you have issues connecting to Adobe Connect, go to this link: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm. Click the “Run Diagnostic Test” option on this website to see if you need to download the Adobe Connect app. Internet speeds of 10 mbps download and 2 mbps upload for the best experience. If this is not possible, turning off your […]
Frontline Fundraising: Essentials of Gift Solicitation Important Links Welcome! This course page connects you to all of the information and materials you need to be successful in the program. Please take a few minutes to review the learning schedule and check out the links shared under the “Important Links” heading. If you have any questions about this event, please reach out to Bridget Dattilo, Director of Product Design, at bridget@academicimpressions.com. Test Your Technology Before the Live Meetings! We will host the small-group meetings in Adobe Connect and have built the meetings for discussion and practice amongst the attendees and the instructor. We advise the following in order to participate fully: Headset/earbuds and webcam, if possible. Please test your webcam, audio, and ability to connect to Adobe Connect at this link: http://ai.adobeconnect.com/wctest/ (Headset or earbuds will reduce ambient noise and echoes, and webcams will allow us to make more personal connections.) If you have issues connecting to Adobe Connect, go to this link: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm. Click the “Run Diagnostic Test” option on this website to see if you need to download the Adobe Connect app. Internet speeds of 10 mbps download and 2 mbps upload for the best experience. If this is not possible, turning off your […]
Focused Learning Plans: Train and Learn New Skills from Anywhere With our departments distributed and working remotely, it is more important than ever to stay connected—at a “social distance”—and to keep learning and developing as higher-ed professionals. Use this time to sharpen your skills and stay current. Each learning plan includes a set of questions that help you reflect on what you’ve learned and begin to think of ways to apply it. Access the training and the questions from a single PDF to track progress and your notes. When you’re done, submit your completed plan to greta@academicimpressions.com for your certificate of completion. Find Your Plan: Improving Your Meetings Leveraging Team Performance Understanding Teams in Higher Ed Improving the Effectiveness of Your Decision Making Leading More Inclusively Managing Conflict as a Leader Understanding Strengths-Based Leadership Supervision and Feedback Identifying Talent Creative Problem Solving in Higher Ed Building Resilience Developing Better Time Management Working with Introverts Managing Difficult Colleagues
Institute for Experienced Chiefs of Staff Set yourself up for success in the chief of staff role. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1 Day 2 Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course page above. Follow the meeting link, and then: Click the radio button that reads, “Enter as a Guest” In the box that says “Name,” enter […]
Fundamentals for Chiefs of Staff Set yourself up for success in the chief of staff role. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1 Day 2 Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course page above. Follow the meeting link, and then: Click the radio button that reads, “Enter as a Guest” In the box that says “Name,” enter your […]
Integrating Academic and Co-Curricular Resilience Programs on Your Campus Build an initiative to foster resilience in your students and prepare them for academic success. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! Day 1 Day 2 Troubleshooting Tips & FAQs Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Expand Downloading and Testing Adobe Connect Test your setup in advance: https://ai.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Please click the Run Diagnostic Test option on this website to see if you need to update or download anything like Flash or the Adobe Connect app. If you have any issues, another option is to switch the internet browser you are using. Once you have completed necessary steps, you can test again. You’ll know it is working if the Adobe window in your browser launches the Adobe Connect app to log you in. Accessing the Meeting Room The meeting link for each day of the conference can be found on the course page above. Follow the meeting link, and then: Click the radio button that reads, “Enter as a Guest” […]
