This post, one in a series on Results Based Management as applied to government (gRBM), explores the structure of government. It outlines the branches of government and how these branches, described as audiences, have different roles to play in gRBM.
Continue readingA memory jog about the effort behind organizing and then editing the video for a ninety-minute webinar on grant management. Lessons learned from their self-taught journey, emphasize time-intensive editing processes, and highlight the minimal audience engagement expected. A written summary is a more efficient and effective alternative.
Continue readingReflecting on six months of volunteer efforts tracked through the IPOOG methodology. While tracking one’s time is challenging, it does help with self-reflection and understand the efforts required to take on major projects. Important information for both a volunteer organization and the volunteer.
Continue readingEngaging post-secondary students in projects comes with enthusiasm and costs. Seven school project success factors are considered which align the various stakeholders. Successful collaborations yield meaningful experiences.
Continue readingThe 2×2 Work Experience Relationship Model categorizes student interactions with employers based on pay and relevance to their field. This model aims to clarify conversations about internships and work experiences. It updates previous best practices on managing student work programs, inviting feedback on potential improvements.
Continue readingA self-reflective blog to express gratitude for being awarded an FCPA and acknowledges the support from friends, family, and colleagues. Dumb luck, being curious, and a wonderful wife has led me to diverse professional experiences. At the center of it all is the value of an Accounting education.
Continue readingThe nonprofit sector is faced with stagnant resources and increasing demands. The CPA Community Ambassadors assist nonprofits by providing valuable expertise. A series of ‘Event-Ideas’ are presented which may address the demands on the nonprofit sector.
For the next few months, as ideas appear, this post will be updated.
Continue readingThank you to a ‘friendly-peer review group’ for their feedback on a research project focused on tracking micro-time spent by senior volunteers. The discussion covered user interface importance, managing time granularity, and the complexity of capturing incidental volunteer activities.
Continue readingThe IPOOG session framework outlines event planning and risk management. Participants indicate their interest and possible future involvement based on attendance, ranging from indifference to active participation. Key topics include IPOOG Model complexity, time tracking, and discussion on improving tool effectiveness.
Continue readingA Citizen Science experiment to assess time-tracking for professional interests using the nonprofit planning tool IPOOG. Volunteer participants will contribute 3-4 hours providing feedback through peer review sessions, exploring the benefits and ethics of systematic time tracking. Results will be publicly shared in 2025.
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Organizational Biology 