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Tag Archives: non-profit work
Federal loan forgiveness for public service — finally implemented
It seems the College Cost Reduction Act of 2007 is finally getting fully implemented, and is retroactive to October 2007… It’s about time! Have I mentioned I’m a big fan of John Berry? A new program allows people who work … Continue reading
Determining Salary
I’ve never liked how many organizations, particularly non-profits, approach salaries. Too many people don’t know what they should be earning (and don’t negotiate salary), particularly at non-profits that presumably can’t afford to pay as much as for-profits (which doesn’t work … Continue reading
State of the Workplace 2007-2008
My latest report was released today! I’m proud of it — it was one of the fastest turnaround publication’s I’ve done (I authored and designed the content, my fabulous coworker Sarah Streyle did the cover design, bosses edited), although a … Continue reading
Why Advocates for Change Should Understand Wikipedia
I did not begin my Wikipedia-editing journey for altruistic reasons. I was in a business meeting, bored out of my mind, thinking about my then-upcoming visit to ExxonMobil’s annual shareholder meeting in Dallas where I would present HRC’s shareholder resolution … Continue reading
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Work for a Nonprofit? Plan Wisely…
For some people, non-profit work is a short-term strategy: a step between undergraduate and graduate studies (let’s not talk about the inflation of higher-ed degrees), an opportunity to “pay your dues” and feel good about your work. Others clearly enter … Continue reading
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Federal Student Loan Repayment Assistance/Forgiveness for Public Servants
I was out to dinner recently with the parents of one of my favorite past interns, Sarah Schrag. There I was, intently talking about gender-neutral restrooms with Sarah and her mom at a french restaurant in Bethesda, when Sarah’s dad … Continue reading
Finding Non-Profit Work as an Experienced Professional
Though I’m certain I’ll have more to share in 2008, this pretty much rounds out my “Finding Non-Profit Work” series… If you’re a seasoned professional looking to work in non-profits, some additional resources: Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group, which does higher-profile … Continue reading
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Finding Temporary Work in D.C.
I left out a crucial piece about Finding Work in D.C.– temping. So, some easy ones: Nonprofit Staffing Solutions PoliTemps — these folks are even used by the State Department! (you’ll find some other temp agencies that the State Dept … Continue reading
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Google Policy Fellowship – Deadline Extended
I can’t apply for the fellowship, because I’m not a student of any sort, but it’s well-paid and with some fun organizations. They just extended the application deadline to Friday, January 11. If you’re a student interested in the intersection … Continue reading
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Non-Profits (in D.C.) — Finding work
I’ve been holding off on posting this since my June 2007 post on Types of Organizations and Work with the intention of doing a much more exhaustive review, but it’s time to stop putting this post off. The scope of … Continue reading
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