The 8 Attributes of an Outstanding Board Chair
Survey says…! Name the top 8 things that every nonprofit organization needs in a board chair. The number one answer is…
I Came to Change the World, Not Conduct Performance Reviews!
So many nonprofit superheroes find themselves being fueled by the work of leading their organization but drained when it comes to the work of managing it. Here are 10 actionable tips that will make you a stronger nonprofit manager.
A Call to Action For the Nonprofit Community
One week. 15 strangers. And an eye-opening lesson that every single one of us involved with nonprofits needs to know.
One of the Most Creative Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives Ever
Do your org’s diversity & inclusion initiatives go deeper than how diverse your board and staff is (or isn’t)? Learn all about a creative move one of my clients made to bring racial diversity to life in their organization!
Joan’s Top 10 Nonprofit Leadership Books
Check out my list of the top 10 nonprofit leadership books everyone should read to learn valuable insights on things like messaging, running effective meetings, and navigating the currently evolving workplace dynamics.
A Step-by-Step Recipe For Meaningful Board Engagement
An engaged board is a high-functioning board. Keep reading to learn how to empower your board to engage in strategic decision making for your nonprofit.
How to Fire a Nonprofit Employee (Gracefully)
Firing an employee is never easy. But letting a colleague who’s not a good fit stay for too long can get in the way of your mission. Here’s how to do this more gracefully, even if you’re a natural people pleaser.
Make Nonprofit Storytelling Your Super Power
Nonprofit storytelling can light a fire in the belly of any and everyone you meet and inspire them to join your mission. Keep reading to learn the way and get a free template to help you get your storytelling right.
Helping the Helpers: My New and Improved Blog
This blog has been a go-to resource for nonprofit leaders over the past 10 years… and now it’s faster, more mobile-friendly, and all about helping the helpers. Keep reading to learn more about the improvements we’ve made with you in mind.
An Onboarding Checklist for New Board Members
Got new board members? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know to successfully onboard them — and download your free board orientation checklist!
Before You Dissolve Your Nonprofit…
Bills are piling up, team members are leaving for new opportunities, your board is questioning if the investment is even worth it… is it time to dissolve your nonprofit organization? Keep reading to find out.
Is Servant Leadership the Right Approach for Nonprofit Leaders?
Let’s talk about servant leadership — is it an oxymoron (like jumbo shrimp)? Is this approach the reason so many nonprofit leaders burn out? Keep reading to uncover the truth about this often debated approach to leadership.