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Tech systems consultation
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I am looking for advice on how to select the right database (CRM) for my organization.

Social media consultation
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I'd like strategic advice on using social media for our Organization.

Website consultation
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I need a new website and seek advice on the most important elements to focus on first.

Event management consultation
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I want to brainstorm ideas for a virtual event with both visual and performing arts.

Organizational strategy consultation
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I'd like strategic advice on creating my Organization's first business plan. Where should we start?

Data & analytics consultation
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I would like to learn more about the kinds of data an organization like ours should be collecting.

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Technology

Artificial Intelligence Consultation
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Talk to an expert to learn about artificial intelligence (AI), how to use it to fit your needs, or learn best practices using AI and large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT.

Marketing & communications

Brand Messaging Consultation
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Talk to an expert about effectively communicating your organization's mission, coming up with a strong tagline, or positioning a new program.

Communications Consultation
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Talk to an expert about framing a particular program or event for different channels, deciding when and how to create an effective communications strategy, or figuring out how to more effectively connect with your donors.

Program management

Data & Analytics Consultation
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Talk to an expert about figuring out the best data collection methods and tools, understanding a particular data analysis function or deciding what data to represent in an infographic or annual report.

Fundraising

Event Management Consultation
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Talk to an expert about how to maximize the success of your event, from thinking through the logistics and preparation needed to aligning on how this event will help you reach your goals.

Finance & operations

Finance Consultation
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Talk to an expert about setting up or updating the right financial tracking systems, using popular accounting or financial tools (like Quickbooks or Square), or creating a revenue generation plan.

Human resources

Human Resources Consultation
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Talk to an expert about training and incentivizing staff, creating or updating HR systems, or setting up best practices for compensation.

Hybrid Work Consultation
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Talk to an expert about best practices in working in a hybrid work environment in terms of communication, collaboration, and culture.

Management Consultation
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Talk to an expert about delegating strategically, giving constructive feedback to your staff, or becoming a more effective and impactful manager and leader for your organization.

Marketing & communications

Marketing Materials Consultation
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Talk to an expert about what kinds of materials would work best for an upcoming event, the optimal format or design for an annual report, or get feedback on some existing materials.

Marketing Strategy Consultation
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Talk to an expert about how to better market existing programs to your beneficiaries, form the right marketing channels for a new program, or evaluate existing marketing strategies for effectiveness.

Program management

Organizational Strategy Consultation
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Talk to an expert about the most effective ways of evolving your team or board, setting up a new program or innovating on a process.

Marketing & communications

Public Relations Consultation
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Talk to an expert about best practices for starting relationships with the media, creating effective pitches, or negotiating sensitive publicity concerns as programs evolve.

Social Media Consultation
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Talk to an expert about building impactful social media campaigns for an event, leveraging social media resources (e.g. Facebook Ads), or understanding which channels are most effective for your organization.

Human resources

Talent Recruitment Consultation
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Talk to an expert about the best channels for recruiting staff or volunteers with particular skills, running effective hiring processes, or strategies for assessing candidates applying to your organization.

Technology

Tech Systems Consultation
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Talk to an expert about best-fit technology for your fundraising or marketing needs, solving IT challenges, or using your existing technology for increased effectiveness and efficiency.

Video Conferencing Consultation
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Talk to an expert about how to choose and set up the best video conferencing tool for your needs.

Marketing & communications

Visual Branding Consultation
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Talk to an expert about the right steps to creating a compelling logo, building a design scheme for an event, or unifying your organization's existing branding.

Technology

Website Consultation
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Talk to an expert about choosing the best CMS platform for your needs, learning best practices for website management, or analyzing your web traffic.