7 Questions Every Nonprofit Should Be Asking Now
Imagine you’re about to ask somebody to make a sizable donation. Write down the one word that describes how you most feel. I bet I can guess… anxious?
3 Ways to Overcome Fundraising Anxiety
Imagine you’re about to ask somebody to make a sizable donation. Write down the one word that describes how you most feel. I bet I can guess… anxious?
How to Take Your Leadership Game From Good to Great
Imagine for a moment that you chair the Executive Director search committee on your board. You’re in the final rounds with two very different candidates…
The New Executive Director Was a Fraud
Ever feel like even though you’ve accomplished a lot; it’s all a farce? That you’re going to be “found out”? I did. Here’s how I overcame Imposter Syndrome!
How to Lead in Uncertain Times
The nonprofit sector has such a critical role to play in lifting us all up in times of uncertainty. And that has ZERO to do with who is in the White House.
The Key to a Successful Performance Review Process
Too many nonprofits don’t do performance reviews at all. Or do them poorly. And yet, regular assessments are one of the fourteen attributes of a thriving… nonprofit leader..
Your 10 Favorite Posts of 2016
Whatever you want to say about 2016, it sure wasn’t boring! Here are the 10 most popular posts I wrote in 2016. It’s a great list for any nonprofit leader..
So You Wanna Be a Nonprofit Executive Director?
Boards needs to know what to ask candidates. Prospective executive directors need to know how to prepare for their interviews. Here’s some advice for both.
The Right Way to Run Meetings
Many people see meetings as somehow apart from “real work.” That’s a big problem. Stop wasting time. Here’s the right way to run meetings.
Feeling Overwhelmed? Try This…
The #1 reason people burn out in any job is because they’re constantly feeling overwhelmed. Here are 3 “quick wins” to help you prioritize.
It’s Time For a Nonprofit Reality TV Show
I’d love a nonprofit version of The Office with the absurdity of high-maintenance donors, board meetings where conversation goes in circles, and all the…