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-Bel and Mike, the directors of Digital Services Lab, share their insights to all things digital. If you’re serious about raising your online profile and want tools and information to help you do it then read on.
6 Ideas to Use Your Non-Profit’s Website for Fundraising Online
It's interesting to see how, even though fundraising is essential for most non-profits, many small and mid-sized organisations still don't have efficient systems implemented to get consistent funding. Some have fairly modern websites yet don't allocate the resources...
Digital Governance and Leadership for Non-profits
We are running another FREE webinar for the non-profit Sector. This time it's with the brilliant Megan J Buntine - who we fondly refer to as the governance nerd. To book in click here to be taken to the event booking page. Please note you do have to sign up with...
13 Website Copywriting Tips & Hacks for Non-Profits: A Beginner’s Guide
Have you been dreading sitting down to write your website's copywriting because you don't know what to say? What does copywriting even mean? Where to start? Isn't writing just...writing? Yes, and no! Bear with me. In today's blog, you'll gain handy tips and insights...
What Is a Learning Management System (LMS)? And Why Your Non-Profit May Need One
Learning management systems are a growing trend for a simple reason...they automate and centralise the delivery of online training material and educational content. In other words...having an LMS for your non-profit saves you LOTS of time and resources. When I talk...
9 Steps to Writing a Video Promo Script for Your Business or Non-Profit
Business owners and non-profit managers usually feel intimidated by the idea of writing a script for a promo video. You could ramble about your mission and purpose for hours. But how do you pack all these ideas into a 60 or 90-seconds video when you are talking to a...
10 Top Tips for Hosting Zoom Meetings Like a Pro
Australia is mostly out of the dreaded lockdown, and it's time to take a look at one of the main things lockdowns have left us with...and that is...video calls. If you've never had the task of hosting a Zoom meeting, chances are you won't escape the drill for much...
Building Links: How to Get (Free) Backlinks for Your Website
Building backlinks for your business or non-profit's website is one of the best ways to improve your reach and expand your online presence. If you happen to be the 'accidental marketing person' working your way around content, SEO, and strategy -and trying not to...
What is SEO and why is it important for non-profits?
SEO has been the hottest topic in the online world for years now. Everyone seems to be talking about it, but not many people fully grasp its importance, or, those who do, have no clue where to start. And I don't blame them! SEO seems to be, at times, an elusive and...
7 Key steps for attracting volunteers online
Attracting the right volunteers online to collaborate with you definitely gives your organisation super-powers - you know this. It boosts your reach, maximises your efforts, and gives your team something to be proud of. At a glance, the process of successfully...