The Hart Square Podcast

At Hart Square we provide consultancy services to non-profits in the UK and Europe, primarily around strategy and technology. Hear from our team ‘the people on the ground’ and a few special guests, for some insights into the sector, the projects we run, the challenges we resolve.

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2023 Charity Digital Sills Report: Key Findings with Zoe Amar

Posted September 28, 202300:38:11

Zoe Amar is the Founder and Director of Zoe Amar Digital as well as a co-author of the 2023 Charity Digital Skills Report.The Charity Digital Skills Report is the annual barometer of charities' digital skills, attitudes and behaviours and Zoe joined us on this episode to discuss some of the key findings.On this episode we discussed:Motivations and aims of the reportHow the Charity Digital Skills Report is createdThe key findings in relation to dataReponses to the topic of AI and emerging technology trendsApproach to diversity, equality and inclusionDownload the 2023 Charity Digital Skills Report: www.charitydigitalskills.co.ukZoe Amar Digital: www.zoeamar.comFollow Hart Square:Linkedin: @Hart SquareTwitter: @Hart_SquareYouTube: Hart Square www.hartsquare.co.uk

Project risk: How to identify and manage risks with Azuma and Jason

Posted August 23, 202300:34:50

Azuma and Jason from the Hart Square team join us on this episode to share their insights and experience on common risks in digital projects. They explore examples of project risks as well as their tips for monitoring and managing risks.On this episode we discuss:What are project risks?  Examples of common risks in digital projectsWhere to start with identifying project risks Why it is important to identify risks early  Tips for monitoring and managing risks Follow Hart Square:Linkedin: @Hart SquareTwitter: @Hart_SquareYouTube: Hart Square www.hartsquare.co.uk

Understanding data migration: Process and best practices with Billy & Jonathan

Posted July 12, 202300:36:38

Billy and Jonathan from the Hart Square team join us on this episode to share their insights and experience on the data migration stage of a digital project. They delve into the best practices and share how you can get the most benefit from the process. On this episode we discuss:Why data and data migration is so important for non-profits and their digital projects When should you be thinking about data and migration The challenge of the “hidden spreadsheets”Importance of communication and change management during the data migration process Key steps involved in data migrationFollow Hart Square:Linkedin: @Hart SquareTwitter: @Hart_SquareYouTube: Hart Square www.hartsquare.co.uk

Key roles for successful digital projects with Helen & Andrew

Posted June 21, 202300:30:51

Helen and Andrew, both Senior Business Change Consultants at Hart Square, join us on this episode to share their experience and insights on the key roles within a digital project that will help you to achieve success.On this episode we discuss:An overview of the most significant roles for successImportance of Subject Matter Experts and the qualities needed for this roleHow to empower your project team and get the best from themThe role of a project lead, their responsibilities and who usually fills this roleThe role of independent consultants such as Hart Square, within projectsFollow Hart Square:Linkedin: @Hart SquareTwitter: @Hart_SquareYouTube: Hart Square www.hartsquare.co.uk

How to manage the people side of change with Tory Cassie, m-hance

Posted May 24, 202300:34:04

In this episode, we were joined by Tory Cassie, who is the NFP Business Development Consultant at m-hance. Tory has a wealth of experience in digital projects specifically in the non-profit sector so joined us on this episode to discuss the people side of change. On this episode we cover: Why are people the most important aspect of digital projectsEnsuring you have the right project resourcing The importance of engaging your team and the wider communityWhy you need a communication plan The make up of a project team The importance of data Follow Hart Square:Linkedin: @Hart SquareTwitter: @Hart_SquareYouTube: Hart Square www.hartsquare.co.ukm-hance: www.m-hance.com