Sam Davidson
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My Next Book
Here we are, right in the middle of autumn. Which means I have a new book ready for you.Stephen and I decided to follow up last year's New Day Revolution: How to Save the World in 24 Hours with a handy guide that helps you save the world each and every day.So I humbly show you Today is a New Day!This page-a-day beauty includes past CoolPeopleCare articles, inspirational quotes and even journal pages. Saving the world is a journey, and we think you need every resource you can get.You should enjoy... |
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Attention Nonprofits: Hire a Teenager
Whenever I lead a nonprofit workshop about social media, it always concludes with someone (or several people) asking: "Okay. I get it. Social media works in terms of generating buzz about my nonprofit. It's important and here to stay. But how do I implement any of it?"And then we chat for a bit about what tools might work best with their particular organization, depending upon what message they want to broadcast. And then I'm asked, "Yeah, but how do I do it?"Which means: "How do I set up a Facebook... |
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The Revolution is Young - and It's Getting Educated
During the past week, when people have asked how things have been going, I reply with my usual, "Great!" and then proceed to discuss how I've got a full plate of speaking gigs.Today, I discussed why nonprofits need to think about Gen Y at a strategic level. Sunday, I'll speak with student service professionals - those at college campuses working with Gen Y. Monday has me in Charleston talking about how nonprofits can market themselves to Gen Y. Then, on Wednesday, I'm speaking to 400 high school... |
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How to Network at a Conference
You've heard of so-called networking events. You go, maybe you dress up, you might take some business cards, you grab a drink, and then you find someone to talk to without embarrassing yourself. And perhaps even sometimes, you just end up talking to the people you came with, or someone you already know.What was the point of that, then?I often find the best networking happens at conferences, and not at local bars for young professional night. After all, everyone there (at the conference, that is)... |
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Why Nonprofits Should Market to Gen Y
If you're not a nonprofit CEO in Nashville - and therefore can't make it to my presentation tomorrow morning - don't worry. I've got the slides for you right here:Gen Y and the Nonprofit SectorView SlideShare presentation or Upload your own. (tags: nonprofit gen)And, there's more info here.P.S: This is on the SlideShare homepage for 11/13. |
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A Video of Me Talking About My Book
Stephen & Sam's Author Profile from Stephen Moseley on Vimeo. |
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The Power of Image
A lot can be (and has been) said about Obama's election to the presidency this week. But much more has been felt.And I feel a sense of pride, a sense of hope and a lot of optimism for the future. There's a lot to look back on about this campaign - but there's a lot more to look at.The power of image - like the power of music - has the ability to touch us in ways that words can't. So, as inspired as I've been when watching videos of Obama speak, I'm touched a bit deeper when I see the images that... |
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CoolPeopleCare is Hiring
Sort of.We're hiring for an 18-week spring intern.So, if you're curious as to what a social entrepreneurship looks like on the inside, or if you want to work for a start-up, or if you just want a job that saves the world, then click here to download the description and get the conversation started. |
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A Most Frightening Question
It's Halloween. And I'm haunted.I'm haunted by a question so eerie that it has been known to startle me awake at night or creep up unexpectedly wherever I find myself. It's stealth is unparalleled, striking at any time, cutting deep into my mental marrow, leaving me scarred and scabbed.I don't shriek in horror or cower in fear, though. I try my best to stare the question down, hoping it will vanish into the night and find another willing victim. I even try to answer it in order to placate its... |
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The Revolution is Online
Whenever I lead a nonprofit workshop about Web 2.0, social media or viral marketing, nonprofits always want to know: "But will it work?"I always say yes, and tell various anecdotes about organizations or individuals that have used the Internet to grow their presence.And now I have another one.Yesterday, I led a discussion for Vanderbilt student leaders about what it means to be a servant leaders, and how the principles of servant leadership can enhance their impact and improve their organizations.I... |
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If You Won't Tell Me Who You Are, Please Go Away
In a few weeks, I'll be speaking to a Belmont University undergraduate class about anonymity and the Web. As part of a panel, I'll be discussing the viewpoint that when it comes to facilitating dialog and building community on the Web, anonymity is bad.I'm not using the word 'bad' in a shameful way, like you scold your cat after trying to paw a piece of chicken from your dinner plate: "Bad, cat! Get down, Missy!" I use the word to describe something that's ineffective, like a bad spark plug or... |
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Want Your Career to Mean Something? Ask These Three Questions
I'll never forget the guttural moan of the woman across the aisle from me, in seat 26D. It was nearly primal, a combination of bass, regret, woe, shame and despair. I can't blame her. I'd do the same thing if I realized I was at 15,000 feet on my way to the wrong city.I was returning from my first trip to another country. I'd been in Chile visiting my aunt, uncle and cousins for a week. I'd made my way back from Concepcion, gone through customs in Dallas, and was ready to see my parents and sisters... |
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Votes and Beans
I voted today. I love voting. I give a big fist pump in the air after I press the "Submit Ballot" vote on the machine. It's like I won. Chalk one up for democracy, I guess.I made sure to get a sticker when I left. After all, nothing makes voting worth it like a free sticker that I'll wear for a few hours, only to be seen by myself as I head back to the office for a few hours of writing.Except that I decided to swing by Crema after I left, which is the closest coffee shop to where I voted. Crema,... |
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Ecologically Speaking...
I'll be a guest lecturer in a Vanderbilt class on Tuesday, October 14. The class is Human Ecology and Society, and I'll be sharing ideas on how to initiate and motivate large-scale behavioral change.The class meets at 4 PM and is open to the public. Just come to Wilson Hall, Room 115. |
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I Made the Carnival
This week's Carnival of Nonprofit Consultants highlighted my article on leadership and the importance of defining success.Cool. |
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Your Vote Matters (Duh)
I think voting is important. I learned this when running for student council president back in high school. I had never 'run a campaign' before, so I made a sweet iron-on T-shirt (which I still have) that I wore everyday for two weeks leading up to the election.At my high school, candidates got to give speeches, and since I'm pretty decent in that arena, I won the election and spent my senior year planning homecoming, helping the student council raise funds and everything else that a student... |
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Guest Post at Gen-Y Magic
I've got a guest post up over at Creating Gen-Y Magic. Thanks to Greg for giving me a chance to tell my story. Let's keep saving the world together. |
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Catch Me in Charleston
On Monday, November 17, I'll be leading a breakout group as part of the marketing track at Blackbaud's 2008 Conference for Nonprofits in Charleston, South Carolina.So, if you're at the conference and looking for an engaging and informative way to spend an hour and fifteen minutes beginning at 4 PM, come to my talk, The Fountain of Youth: Communicating with the Next Generation.Or, if you're in Charleston and want to hang out afterward, that's cool, too. |
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Small Steps at School
On Sunday, November 16, I'll be keynoting the ACUI Regional Conference. Get excited.Following a breakfast catered by Loveless Cafe, we'll talk about taking home everything learned at the conference in order bring about effective change on our campuses. As with most things, the best place to start is with a small - but meaningful - step. |
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Talking' Gen Y at the Library
I just got back from Young Leaders Council's occasional lunch and learn series where I chatted with some folks about the next generation and why it's important to involve them in the work of nonprofits.The room was full of Gen Yers, Xers and even some Baby Boomers. And together, it was great to discuss and process through what Millennials are looking for in a nonprofit experience. After all, there's no way today's nonprofits will be able to save the world with our the deep involvement of Generation... |