Public Relations for Nonprofits - Commentshttp://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/en-CASquarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)Karen Luttrell comments on Toronto Net Tuesday: Why non-profit marketers and PR pros should give up movie nightKaren LuttrellSat, 04 Feb 2012 01:41:48 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2012/1/25/toronto-net-tuesday-why-non-profit-marketers-and-pr-pros-sho.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/16780376Hi Kelly,

It was great to meet you! Thanks for sharing the information about the NTEN Toronto Tech Club Meetup. Looks like another great opportunity for non-profit communicators who want to stay tech savvy. I'll be sure to see you at another event soon!

Karen

]]>Kelly comments on Toronto Net Tuesday: Why non-profit marketers and PR pros should give up movie nightKellySun, 29 Jan 2012 17:44:22 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2012/1/25/toronto-net-tuesday-why-non-profit-marketers-and-pr-pros-sho.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/16717378Nice to meet you at the meetup Karen! Just to let your readers know, Ontario 211 sponsors the NTEN Toronto Tech Club Meetup, once a month. This month's meetup is already at capacity but I encourage all those to join for future meetups, which are usually held near Queen and Bathurst. February's will most likely be a presentation of all the great tools nonprofits can use in the cloud.

Best,
Kelly Bergeron
Online Initiatives Manager
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]]>Karen Luttrell comments on Picture Perfect Communications: 10 Tips for NPO Staff & Volunteers Who Want to Take Great PhotosKaren LuttrellFri, 23 Dec 2011 16:51:57 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2011/3/21/picture-perfect-communications-10-tips-for-npo-staff-volunte.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/16318337Great tips, especially for holiday parties. Thanks for sharing them Krystyna!

]]>Krystyna Lagowski comments on Picture Perfect Communications: 10 Tips for NPO Staff & Volunteers Who Want to Take Great PhotosKrystyna LagowskiThu, 22 Dec 2011 21:27:04 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2011/3/21/picture-perfect-communications-10-tips-for-npo-staff-volunte.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/16309155Super idea for a post - add a couple things:
- before your event, do up a shot list of people you want photographed
- never photograph anyone eating or drinking - or talking, if possible
- be careful about photographing anyone holding a drink, beer or even bottled water
Photos are currency - you can use them to further your relationship with a potential donor or contact by sending them via email or doing up a hard copy in an attractive frame that, natch, promotes your organization!!

]]>lederm comments on Survey Says...ledermMon, 14 Nov 2011 04:37:31 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2011/5/24/survey-says.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/15811670Thanks for you share it!!!!!!!

]]>Karen Luttrell comments on Share Your Passion for the Cause: Three Resources for Improving Presentation SkillsKaren LuttrellSat, 01 Oct 2011 16:50:06 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2011/8/11/share-your-passion-for-the-cause-three-resources-for-improvi.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/15212732Hi Doreen,

Thanks for the great feedback on Toastmasters. It sounds wonderful.

]]>Doreen Pendgracs comments on Share Your Passion for the Cause: Three Resources for Improving Presentation SkillsDoreen PendgracsFri, 30 Sep 2011 17:35:29 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2011/8/11/share-your-passion-for-the-cause-three-resources-for-improvi.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/15208376Hi Karen:
I wholeheartedly recommend Toastmasters. I've been a member for 11 years and now consider it to be a lifelong commitment. Here's why:

1) Toastmasters (TM) teaches you how to be a better speaker/presenter. But it's far more than that. It teaches you how to be a better leader and a better listener. Those are essential skills that translate to many aspects of our lives.

2) Toastmasters themselves are generally fun, upbeat people who are generous with their knowledge. I ALWAYS learn something at every Toastmasters mtg I attend. And I always have a good time. What could be better than that?

To find a club near you, go to: http://www.toastmasters.org. You will find clubs that meet in the morning, at noon, at dinner time and in the evening. You will find clubs with various personalities. Find the one that best suits your needs by attending a few. Most clubs will welcome you as a guest 3x before expecting you to join. Take advantage of that option and shop around. I guarantee you. It will be one of the best decisions you've ever made.

]]>Victoria comments on Share Your Passion for the Cause: Three Resources for Improving Presentation SkillsVictoriaSat, 20 Aug 2011 02:01:39 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2011/8/11/share-your-passion-for-the-cause-three-resources-for-improvi.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/14848541Hi Karen - the biggest thing I've been trying to remember to do is not cross my arms across my chest all the time - as it can come across as closed or even slightly hostile (really I just don't know what to do with my arms!) I find it hard to remember to do - I start crossing my arms and then quickly uncross them. It is a work in progress.

]]>Karen Luttrell comments on Share Your Passion for the Cause: Three Resources for Improving Presentation SkillsKaren LuttrellWed, 17 Aug 2011 18:06:54 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2011/8/11/share-your-passion-for-the-cause-three-resources-for-improvi.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/14834643Hi Victoria. Thanks for sharing the resource recommendation. Looks like an interesting book. If you don't mind sharing, I'm curious to know what's the biggest change you're making in your body language based on what you learned from Janine?

Changes I'm working on include keeping my posture (and arms) open and inviting, and keeping my chin at the right height - not tucked in and defensive and not raised high which can seem arrogant.

]]>Victoria comments on Share Your Passion for the Cause: Three Resources for Improving Presentation SkillsVictoriaTue, 16 Aug 2011 01:55:33 +0000http://luttrellcommunications.com/pr-for-npos/2011/8/11/share-your-passion-for-the-cause-three-resources-for-improvi.html#comments561682:9450657:comment/14824057Hi Karen - nice article on presentation skills. I too am not fond of speaking in front of a group of people, but have had to get used to it. Another good resource is You Say More Than You Think by Janine Driver. I had to opportunity to hear her speak at conference last spring. She presented some useful tips on how to interpret body language and how, by being aware of what your body language is saying, you can use it to reinforce your message.

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