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I often get asked, “Do I have what it takes to be an entrepreneur?” Truthfully, if you’re asking that question, it may not be the right fit for you. Being an entrepreneur requires you to have an idea that changes a system or creates a new experience. In essence, you are changing behavior. Steve Jobs did this with the iPhone, not only by creating a product, but a completely new market for smartphones along with
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As the founder and CEO of UniversalGiving, Pamela Hawley raises awareness for important causes every day, but how does she raise awareness for her own nonprofit organization? She says, “UniversalGiving engages in mutual marketing promotion with our partners by leveraging networks and spreading the word to new audiences.” This collaborative marketing process is beneficial for spreading awareness of both the organization and its partners, so it’s a win-win situation for all parties. Explaining one of their mutual
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Social entrepreneurs understand the importance of steady revenue. Yet there is a difference between ‘funding sources’ and revenue streams. I have a pretty high standard on what I consider a revenue stream. A startup venture would identify startup capital (funding) and sales from a product/service (revenue). They wouldn’t count startup capital as revenue. Both are valuable financial resources, but they are categorized differently. Funding is to allow you to start-up. Revenue is to sustain and
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How do you pick the right volunteer experience for you? It’s important to be diligent in your choice of organizations when volunteering. Ask yourself the following questions to determine which experience best fits your goals. What cause is important to you? Identify your greatest passions. What is a problem you want to solve? Who are people you want to connect with? If you don’t have answers to those questions, don’t worry. Sometimes you know, and
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Germany has been the gold star of helping Syria. The country accepted more than 500,000 refugees, and became the largest advocate for continuing to open the borders to help the refugee crisis. (The Guardian) Despite refusal from other European nations to comply and the emergence of some national push back to the presence of the refugees, Germany’s chancellor Angela Merkel publicly endorses a policy of open doors and has created programs to help and integrate
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Written by Pamela Hawley, Founder and CEO of UniversalGiving “The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant.” – Max Depree As a nonprofit leader, you have a lot of responsibilities. One is to raise funds. Set the vision. Ensure great, not just good, hiring takes place. Win clients. Establish superior client service. And keep the focus. Isn’t that enough?
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By: Pamela Hawley Volunteering can be a life-changing experience. That’s why I founded UniversalGiving®, which connects people with trusted organizations so they can volunteer and donate effectively. Now, volunteers can do everything from helping street children in Peru, caring for rescued animals in Thailand, constructing a community center for the Maasai tribe of Kenya. The world wants us to help. Even if you’ve identified your cause, locating a nonprofit that fits your criteria can be
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I’ve often spoken about my journey founding UniversalGiving, a global website that enables giving for the masses. I’ve been a social entrepreneur for 20 years now and in that that time I’ve learned the importance of serving the world with the heart and the head. It takes both. My journey to being a social entrepreneur started early. At the age of 12, I was on a family vacation in Mexico. We were in a typical tourist square in Mazatlan:
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Pamela Hawley is founder and CEO of UniversalGiving, an online nonprofit organization whose vision is to “create a world where giving and volunteering are a natural part of life.”
Based in San Francisco, UniversalGiving focuses on matching volunteers and donors with global opportunities, as well as raising money for international charities through its web-based marketplace. She is also the co-founder of VolunteerMatch, a nonprofit has paired over two million volunteers with non-profits. In her free time, she enjoys doing improv acting.
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How do I set up an effective Global CSR program? Dear Reader, Setting up a Global Corporate Social Responsibility Program is a grand endeavor. It will help increase brand identity, solidify your mission and strengthen the culture. While there is much to discuss, I’ve included two points on how to launch a successful CSR program Top Down and Bottom Up. Here’s your quick two-step primer on how to set up an effective CSR program, worldwide.
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What is a major trend you see shaping nonprofit leadership in the near future and why? Dear Reader, Nonprofits have always been mission-oriented. Now they need to be revenue-oriented. Nonprofit leaders need to think about how they can generate funds, while still following their mission. It’s wise to be thoughtful about this. Any product or service you offer must be in line with your brand. Engage your board and employees in brainstorming what you are
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What would you tell a student who wants to “do something for the world” but isn’t sure what that “something” is or how they can do it? Dear Reader, It’s great news you want to serve the world. You’ve got a good heart, so take the pressure off yourself. It actually doesn’t matter how! The important thing is to get started. These experiences will help you figure out what moves your heart. That’s where you’ll
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What Young People Need (And Don’t Need) To Become An Entrepreneur
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I often get asked, “Do I have what it takes to be an entrepreneur?” Truthfully, if you’re asking that question, it may not be the right fit for you. Being an entrepreneur requires you to have an idea that changes a system or creates a new experience. In essence, you are changing behavior. Steve Jobs did this with the iPhone, not only by creating a product, but a completely new market for smartphones along with
Read MoreAn Impactful Marketing Technique That Can Benefit Your Nonprofit
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As the founder and CEO of UniversalGiving, Pamela Hawley raises awareness for important causes every day, but how does she raise awareness for her own nonprofit organization? She says, “UniversalGiving engages in mutual marketing promotion with our partners by leveraging networks and spreading the word to new audiences.” This collaborative marketing process is beneficial for spreading awareness of both the organization and its partners, so it’s a win-win situation for all parties. Explaining one of their mutual
Read MoreSocial Entrepreneurs: What’s In a Revenue Stream?
Published: 1 year ago | 0 comments
Social entrepreneurs understand the importance of steady revenue. Yet there is a difference between ‘funding sources’ and revenue streams. I have a pretty high standard on what I consider a revenue stream. A startup venture would identify startup capital (funding) and sales from a product/service (revenue). They wouldn’t count startup capital as revenue. Both are valuable financial resources, but they are categorized differently. Funding is to allow you to start-up. Revenue is to sustain and
Read MoreWant To Volunteer? Three Things To Ask
Published: 1 year ago | 0 comments
How do you pick the right volunteer experience for you? It’s important to be diligent in your choice of organizations when volunteering. Ask yourself the following questions to determine which experience best fits your goals. What cause is important to you? Identify your greatest passions. What is a problem you want to solve? Who are people you want to connect with? If you don’t have answers to those questions, don’t worry. Sometimes you know, and
Read MoreWhy Germany is Not the Only Gold Star of the Syrian Crisis
Published: 1 year ago | 0 comments
Germany has been the gold star of helping Syria. The country accepted more than 500,000 refugees, and became the largest advocate for continuing to open the borders to help the refugee crisis. (The Guardian) Despite refusal from other European nations to comply and the emergence of some national push back to the presence of the refugees, Germany’s chancellor Angela Merkel publicly endorses a policy of open doors and has created programs to help and integrate
Read MoreThe Top Three Things Your Team Expects From a Leader
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Written by Pamela Hawley, Founder and CEO of UniversalGiving “The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant.” – Max Depree As a nonprofit leader, you have a lot of responsibilities. One is to raise funds. Set the vision. Ensure great, not just good, hiring takes place. Win clients. Establish superior client service. And keep the focus. Isn’t that enough?
Read MoreHow to Choose the Cause That’s Right for You
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By: Pamela Hawley Volunteering can be a life-changing experience. That’s why I founded UniversalGiving®, which connects people with trusted organizations so they can volunteer and donate effectively. Now, volunteers can do everything from helping street children in Peru, caring for rescued animals in Thailand, constructing a community center for the Maasai tribe of Kenya. The world wants us to help. Even if you’ve identified your cause, locating a nonprofit that fits your criteria can be
Read MoreIf it’s UNACCEPTABLE – Then Change It
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I’ve often spoken about my journey founding UniversalGiving, a global website that enables giving for the masses. I’ve been a social entrepreneur for 20 years now and in that that time I’ve learned the importance of serving the world with the heart and the head. It takes both. My journey to being a social entrepreneur started early. At the age of 12, I was on a family vacation in Mexico. We were in a typical tourist square in Mazatlan:
Read MorePamela Hawley
Published: 1 year ago | 0 comments
Pamela Hawley is founder and CEO of UniversalGiving, an online nonprofit organization whose vision is to “create a world where giving and volunteering are a natural part of life.”
Based in San Francisco, UniversalGiving focuses on matching volunteers and donors with global opportunities, as well as raising money for international charities through its web-based marketplace. She is also the co-founder of VolunteerMatch, a nonprofit has paired over two million volunteers with non-profits. In her free time, she enjoys doing improv acting.
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