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the benefits of using WordPress for Non-profitscommunity organisation digital projects
1 how to work collaboratively with key stakeholders
2 how to be flexible while keeping to task
1Benefits of using WordPress for non-profitscommunity organisations
2How to work collaboratively with key stakeholders
3How to be flexible while keeping to task
4Other tips
LETS LOOK AT
Freelance web designerfront end developer - shorTie designs
Blogger
Social media nut
Copywriter
WHO AM I
WHY USE WORDPRESS
FOR COMMUNITY amp NON-PROFIT ORGANISATIONS
ITrsquoS POWERFULLetrsquos look at itrsquos strong points
1 You can update content2 Packed full of functionality3 Great for designers
ITrsquoS FLEXIBLEWordPress can bend to meet your needs
1 Extend with plugins 2 Themes frameworks and
custom themes3 Site can grow as organisation
grows
ITrsquoS EASY TO USEYou know it is
1 Great for all skill levels2 Put the power back in their hands3 Easy to work collaboratively
OH DID I MENTION - FREEOPEN SOURCE WE LOVE YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
the benefits of using WordPress for Non-profitscommunity organisation digital projects
1 how to work collaboratively with key stakeholders
2 how to be flexible while keeping to task
1Benefits of using WordPress for non-profitscommunity organisations
2How to work collaboratively with key stakeholders
3How to be flexible while keeping to task
4Other tips
LETS LOOK AT
Freelance web designerfront end developer - shorTie designs
Blogger
Social media nut
Copywriter
WHO AM I
WHY USE WORDPRESS
FOR COMMUNITY amp NON-PROFIT ORGANISATIONS
ITrsquoS POWERFULLetrsquos look at itrsquos strong points
1 You can update content2 Packed full of functionality3 Great for designers
ITrsquoS FLEXIBLEWordPress can bend to meet your needs
1 Extend with plugins 2 Themes frameworks and
custom themes3 Site can grow as organisation
grows
ITrsquoS EASY TO USEYou know it is
1 Great for all skill levels2 Put the power back in their hands3 Easy to work collaboratively
OH DID I MENTION - FREEOPEN SOURCE WE LOVE YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
Freelance web designerfront end developer - shorTie designs
Blogger
Social media nut
Copywriter
WHO AM I
WHY USE WORDPRESS
FOR COMMUNITY amp NON-PROFIT ORGANISATIONS
ITrsquoS POWERFULLetrsquos look at itrsquos strong points
1 You can update content2 Packed full of functionality3 Great for designers
ITrsquoS FLEXIBLEWordPress can bend to meet your needs
1 Extend with plugins 2 Themes frameworks and
custom themes3 Site can grow as organisation
grows
ITrsquoS EASY TO USEYou know it is
1 Great for all skill levels2 Put the power back in their hands3 Easy to work collaboratively
OH DID I MENTION - FREEOPEN SOURCE WE LOVE YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
WHY USE WORDPRESS
FOR COMMUNITY amp NON-PROFIT ORGANISATIONS
ITrsquoS POWERFULLetrsquos look at itrsquos strong points
1 You can update content2 Packed full of functionality3 Great for designers
ITrsquoS FLEXIBLEWordPress can bend to meet your needs
1 Extend with plugins 2 Themes frameworks and
custom themes3 Site can grow as organisation
grows
ITrsquoS EASY TO USEYou know it is
1 Great for all skill levels2 Put the power back in their hands3 Easy to work collaboratively
OH DID I MENTION - FREEOPEN SOURCE WE LOVE YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
ITrsquoS POWERFULLetrsquos look at itrsquos strong points
1 You can update content2 Packed full of functionality3 Great for designers
ITrsquoS FLEXIBLEWordPress can bend to meet your needs
1 Extend with plugins 2 Themes frameworks and
custom themes3 Site can grow as organisation
grows
ITrsquoS EASY TO USEYou know it is
1 Great for all skill levels2 Put the power back in their hands3 Easy to work collaboratively
OH DID I MENTION - FREEOPEN SOURCE WE LOVE YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
ITrsquoS FLEXIBLEWordPress can bend to meet your needs
1 Extend with plugins 2 Themes frameworks and
custom themes3 Site can grow as organisation
grows
ITrsquoS EASY TO USEYou know it is
1 Great for all skill levels2 Put the power back in their hands3 Easy to work collaboratively
OH DID I MENTION - FREEOPEN SOURCE WE LOVE YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
ITrsquoS EASY TO USEYou know it is
1 Great for all skill levels2 Put the power back in their hands3 Easy to work collaboratively
OH DID I MENTION - FREEOPEN SOURCE WE LOVE YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
OH DID I MENTION - FREEOPEN SOURCE WE LOVE YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
SO YOU WANT TO WORK WITH COMMUNITYGREATSome things to consider1 Not corporate2 Governed differently3 Different business goals4 Reciprocal learning
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
SOME HELPFUL TIPSHOW TO COLLABORATE AND BE FLEXIBLE
WHILE KEEPING ON TRACK
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION
Make connections with key stakeholders
Helps with generating ideas for the project
Brings more depth and momentum to the project
Strengthens the benefits of the project
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
TOOLS FOR COLLABORATION
A clear terms amp condition agreement - Andy Clarke - Contract Killer
Delegation amp clarity of roles amp responsibilities
Someone to be the content editor
Online tools - Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
THE IMPORTANCE OF FLEXIBILITY
Doesnrsquot mean abandoning timeframes amp deadlines
Enables you to be sensitive to staffing issues
Respond to the needs of key stakeholders
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
HOW TO BE FLEXIBLE
Consider your feedback process
Be aware of key stakeholders when building timeframes
Where possible be flexible with deadlines
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
OTHER TIPS Develop your listening skills
shows compassion for often difficult work
Attend relevant events
fundraising launches or power sessions
Use quality themes
Woothemes ThemeForest Genesis custom made from frameworks
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
WRAP UP
Be aware of unique structure of these groups
Review your process when working with this group of clients
Collaboration can strengthen a project outcomes
Flexibility helps your process too
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
LINKS amp ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Plug Ins amp Extensions - events manager Wp events BuddyPress SimplePress Gravity FormsEdit Flow Cart 66 WooCommerce
Other Resources- Andy Clarke - Contract Killer Dropbox Mailrsquoette BaseCamp amp Dot Project
Themes- Woothemes Themforest Genesis
- Custom Made Frameworks Bones (responsive)Twenty Ten (ships with WordPress install)ThesisHybrid
Images Melly Niotakis - Nio Media
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU
SOFIA WOODSshortiedesigns
wwwshortiedesignscom
THANK YOU