Accidental Techie Blog
Oscar’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Software Selection Process
Oscar crowdsourced his search for a new fundraising system and got burned. He got opinions too early in the search process – read this post and learn the right time to ask around!
A (Very) Last-Minute Plan for #GivingTuesday!
Rut roh – it’s End-Of-Year Campaign time! Don’t have a plan? There’s no need to panic. Get the basics covered and you can worry about the fancy stuff next year!
Got the RFP Blues? 3 Tips for Dramatic Improvement!
Mention the term “RFP” and you’ll hear lots of passionate opinions. Some nonprofit folks love ’em, while others think they’re a big waste of time. You hold the keys to making the RFP process work – get tips here!
Can’t Get No Software Satisfaction? Learn to Identify the Root Cause!
Feeling burned, dismayed, or otherwise disappointed by your nonprofit fundraising, website, or email marketing software? I’ve got tips to help you figure out why you may be struggling!
When Nonprofit Tech Projects Go Bad : 4 Tips for a Quick Recovery
If your tech project has hit a rough patch, it’s pretty common to find yourself in a tug of war with your technology partners. Stop, breathe, and get my pro tips to help you escalate problems the right way!
4 Things to Consider Before Moving to Salesforce
Are you starting to fall in love with the idea of using Salesforce as the CRM at your organization? It could be a great fit, as long as you understand these four things.
When to Tell Your Supporters You’re Moving Systems -The Podcast!
It’s a big question! Should you tell you’re supporters that you’re switching systems? Listen to the conversation and get the best advice.
The 2 Reasons to Notify Supporters You’ve Got a New Software System
If you’ve picked new fundraising software for your nonprofit, here’s one important decision to make: do you tell your supporters about the move?
Got Technology Blind Spots? Ask These 8 Questions Before the Demo!
Knowing what questions to ask before the demo will help you manage the software demo process like a boss – even if you aren’t the actual boss!
Did You Hire a Nonprofit Technology Partner or a Vendor?
Nonprofit Accidental Techies frequently hire technology experts for help with their websites and digital advocacy, fundraising, and event programs. Learn to spot the differences between vendors and partners and make the right choice!