5 Questions to Ask Before You Join a Board
Before you join a board, how can you know what you’re getting yourself into? Here are 5 questions you can ask before you say yes.
Before You Take That New Executive Director Job…
Thinking about accepting that new nonprofit Executive Director job? Here are 10 questions you had better ask the search committee first.
Executive Directors Are Superheroes, But They Have Their Kryptonite
Just like Superman, Executive Directors have their kryptonite. And it’s not a lack of resources… or a disengaged board.
10 Common Mistakes Boards Make When Hiring a New Executive Director
As you read this, there are two things to keep in mind. 1) Great boards often screw up a leadership transition. 2) Mediocre boards always do.
10 Things That Drive Executive Directors Nuts
Today I offer you my take on the top ten toughest things about being an Executive Director. And some color commentary and maybe an antidote for each.
The Best Book I Read This Past Year
Useless meetings? I have had my share. Bet you have too. Well, over a recent break, I discovered the antidote with a hat tip from a friend and colleague.
10 Ways Boards Screw Up Leadership Transitions
I spoke to a board chair once who oversaw a search for a new E.D. when the current one left after a strong tenure. The hire was kind of a disaster….
3 Easy Holiday Gift Ideas for Nonprofit Staff
I have 3 holiday gift ideas. Inexpensive, meaningful, and easy. You can pull off within a week. AND not expensive to ship if your team is virtual.
How to Handle Criticism of Your Organization
Today, I want to help you think about how to handle criticism without anger or defensiveness so that it doesn’t blow up into a full-blown crisis.
The Best Nonprofit Career Advice I Ever Got
It turns out I have a pretty mixed track record when it comes to giving career advice. A story for another day. But you know who gives the best career advice? My wife. And the advice she once gave me is a perfect example…
The 8 Habits of Highly Effective Nonprofit Leaders
Here are 8 habits that all great nonprofit leaders have in common. Habit 4? Ask really good questions…
The 5 Pillars of a Thriving Nonprofit
Leading a nonprofit can feel completely overwhelming. It helps to have a clear roadmap. Here are the 5 pillars that every thriving nonprofit focuses on.