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How to choose an incubator?

6 Questions To Ask When Choosing An Incubator Programme

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The focus of an incubator is to replicate the kind of real-world business support that stretches way beyond what you might learn in business school. There are no exam questions or theory projects. What Is an Incubator? An incubator…

5 Signs Your Grant Management Process Is Broken (And How To Fix it)

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Grantmaking is a ‘learn on the fly’ endeavour, and unless you’ve been doing it for decades, you likely rely on trial and error methods to get the work done. But building the grant is only half the battle. When the applications roll…
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How To Create A Culture Of Innovation: 8 Fundamental Steps

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Every company wants an innovative culture.  But beyond the title what does an innovative culture actually look like in real life? To answer that, we need to look at what company culture really means. “Company culture” has become…
3 Steps to Minimising Bias in your Grantmaking Program

3 Steps to Minimising Bias in your Grantmaking Program

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Our own life experiences impact how we view the world. If you’re a grantmaker or in charge of dedicating funds to programmes, consider what that means for your selection process. When the applications are underway and the reviewing process…

6 Fundamental Tips For Rapid-Response Grantmaking

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With so many communities around the world currently facing urgent needs, more grantmakers are adding rapid-response practices to their list of priorities. The grant management process is a complex one. It’s multi-layered, multi-phased…

9 Tips For Hosting A Virtual Awards Ceremony During COVID-19

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The sheer thought of hosting an awards ceremony in our current climate might make a few people run for cover, but in true Submit spirit, this is all about re-evaluating, rethinking and adapting. Virtual events have been popular since way…
Employees discussing open vs. closed innovation in the office.

Open vs Closed Innovation: Which Is Best?

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7 Grant Management Problems to Avoid

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The common goal of any funder is that organisations awarded with the grant do what they proposed, within the required budget, and generate some positive press in return. And while the world of philanthropy doesn’t always go according to…

Benefits Of The Innovation Portal

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As technology changes and accelerates at an even faster pace around the world, there will always be new elements that have to be shown with examples of how they work and can be implemented. How to protect against similar outcomes in the…
Should Small Companies Care About CSR? An Honest Answer

Should Small Companies Care About CSR ? An Honest Answer

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When you think of CSR, do you automatically think of huge enterprises like McDonald’s, Microsoft, Disney or LEGO?  Sustainable business practices are being pursued and promoted by businesses of all sizes—even the itty bitty tiny…
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Here’s How To Streamline All 3 Phases Of The Grant Cycle

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When it comes to philanthropy, funders have almost as much administrative work as the actual grantmaking itself.  And while you can’t remove any aspects of the planning, implementation and management process, you can certainly streamline…

The 3 Types Of Innovation Every Business Needs To Know

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Innovation has become such a buzzword in recent years that it’s hard to remember what it actually means. Companies often declare ‘we need to start innovating!’ or more commonly, ‘we are an innovative company’—but what does that…
Top 10 incubator and accelerator programmes in Ireland

Top 10 Incubator & Accelerator Programmes in Ireland

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Ireland has some of the best incubator and accelerator programmes in Europe, but before you consider applying for one, it’s important to know the difference between the two: Incubators  Incubators are generally for new companies.…
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The Current Impact And Future Of Incubators And Accelerators

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A lot has been written about the social and economic fallout from the events of this year, and the same is true for the output and plans for most businesses worldwide. With the pandemic pushing back countless deadlines, plans and projects,…
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Video Application Questions; Making Them The Right Way!

In terms of an application process, the subject of ‘video questions’ is one that can be so useful in terms of timing and planning. How to do it in the right way in terms of engagement and how to get the attention of potential employers…
Data Protection, GDPR, Online Security

Security: More Data Than Ever Imaginable Is Now Online. How Do We Safeguard It?

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It was inevitable that businesses and corporations alike would digitise and move their respective content online, in the last two decades particularly. However, the rate at which this then occurred was unprecedented, and they were joined by…

8 Fundamental Steps To Running A High-Converting Online Contest

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Like any other marketing campaign, it’s all about strategy.  So before you can start building your contest and getting it out into the world, you need to break down each step of the process, from ideation all the way to the post-contest…
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7 Ways Submit Can Help You Build A Better Collaborative Review

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If your business has to make any decision in a team, that’s a collaborative review. But the more people involved in a review, the longer the process, right? Not necessarily. Building a collaborative review doesn’t need to add more…

The Future of CSR: Doing Good In A Post COVID World

How to create a great form

How Do You Create a Great Form?

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An application that’s too long, too boring, and too demanding can make even the most ambitious candidate snooze. Whether it's a student submitting a university application, a small organisation applying for a grant, or a citizen trying…

Best Practices for Rapid-Response Grantmaking

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In the current world climate, where communities are facing urgent needs, rapid-response grantmaking has become increasingly important. Traditional grant management processes are often complex and multi-layered, but the current pandemic has…
Leveraging Data for Impactful Philanthropy

Analyzing Grantmaking Data

Leveraging Data for Impactful Philanthropy: A Guide for Philanthropic Foundations In the dynamic landscape of philanthropy, the ability to make a meaningful impact is crucial. Philanthropic organizations can harness the power of data to…

Climate Change Dashboards

Submit.com can play a significant role in acting as a climate change dashboard platform by providing a centralized system for collecting, analyzing, and visualizing climate-related data. This platform can offer the following features and…
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Reports & Statistics Made Easy With Submit.com

The team at Submit.com provides a comprehensive reporting and statistics generation functionality for its application platform. This feature is designed to be simple to use, allowing users to generate meaningful reports using powerful analytics…

Philanthropy Ireland & Submit.com: Facilitating Rapid Response Grantmaking

In its mission to advance the common good and improve the quality of life for all people in Ireland, Philanthropy Ireland serves as a network of organizations and individuals. One of the significant challenges faced by its members revolves…

Embracing Transformation: Navigating Change and Building Resilience in Today’s Business Landscape

Frequently, moments of transformation in business, mirroring life itself, emerge unexpectedly. While not every aspect can be meticulously planned, the recent global pandemic has amplified the existing urge for change among companies. It compels…

Breaking Down Barriers: Cross-Border Philanthropy and the Role of Submit.com

In an increasingly interconnected world, the desire to make a positive impact knows no borders. People across the globe are driven by a common sense of humanity, aiming to contribute to the betterment of society, regardless of geographical…

Streamlining Rapid-Response Grant Making: Leveraging Submit.com for Efficient and Effective Practices

Submit.com is a powerful SaaS product that can greatly aid grant makers in streamlining and facilitating their rapid-response practices. Here are some top tips on how Submit.com can help grant makers in this regard: 1. Simplified Application…

How to Mitigate Implicit Bias

As grantmakers or individuals responsible for allocating funds to various programs, it is essential to recognize the influence of our own life experiences on how we perceive the world. When it comes to reviewing grant applications, it becomes…

Unlocking Success: Choosing the Right Incubator Programme for Your Startup

Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship is an exhilarating and challenging endeavor. As a budding entrepreneur, you understand the importance of having the right guidance and support to navigate the chaotic world of business. This is where…
Examples of CSR initiatives

4 Steps to Effectively Promote CSR Initiatives

During these challenging times, businesses have displayed remarkable resilience and innovation in response to the pandemic. Witnessing the multitude of inspiring brands stepping out of their comfort zones and engaging in acts of generosity…
Revolutionizing Grant Management Embracing Digital Solutions for Successwith Submit.com

Revolutionizing Grant Management: Embracing Digital Solutions for Success

Grant management, a rewarding and evolving field, has been a subject of intense debate in recent years. Traditionally, it involved laborious manual tracking, paperwork, and administrative tasks, which detracted from the valuable time that could…
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7 Strategies for Better Group Decision-Making in Your Next Review

Making decisions as a group is a common practice in the workplace, but it can be challenging and influenced by many factors such as biases, power plays, and groupthink. Therefore, it is important for teams to recognize the difficulties of making…
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4 Holistic Tips for Promoting Your CSR Initiative:Finding the Balance Between Bragging and Being Humble

Over the past few months, we have been discussing the importance of CSR. We are thrilled to see businesses of all sizes stepping out of their comfort zones and innovating in response to the pandemic. We recently rounded up five inspiring brands…
How to create an effective application form?

Creating an Effective Application Form: 6 Essential Elements

Whether you're a student applying for university, a small organization applying for a grant, or a citizen applying for a civil license, completing an application form should be simple and painless. An application that's too long, too boring,…

Revolutionizing Public Sector IT Service Management

Adapting to an Ever-Changing Landscape The world of IT service management (ITSM) in the public sector has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. The adoption of cloud-based technologies and software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms…