Your 10 Favorite Posts of 2014
I present to you your top ten favorite Joan Garry Nonprofit Leadership posts of 2014. David Letterman style.
How to Recognize a Top Fundraiser
It’s one thing to know what questions to ask in an interview for a top fundraiser. It’s equally important to know the answers you should be looking for.
Interview Questions for Development Directors
There are only two components to hiring a great Development Director: 1) Get a good candidate pool. 2) Ask the right questions.
How to Hire a Great Fundraiser
An open fundraising position means your nonprofit is losing out on cultivating donors and bringing in revenue. Here’s how to hire a great fundraiser.
Strategic Planning for Nonprofits: Just Do It!
Here’s an approach to strategic planning for your nonprofit that won’t break the bank and an achievable process that can get you where you need to go.
How to Get Great Press Coverage For Your Nonprofit
Here are the 5 steps you can take to significantly increase the likelihood that your organization will get press coverage it needs and deserves.
The Control Freak Executive Director
Joan responds to a reader, the President of the board of a nonprofit, who is frustrated with her overly controlling executive director.
Does a Facebook “Like” Matter?
Can social media actually move the needle? Is it worth your time? Or is it a whole bunch of hand waving and “slacktivism”? Many nonprofits aren’t so sure.
What Makes A Board Meeting A Home Run?
5 steps to turn your next good or very good board meeting into a great board meeting.
A Clever Way to Fire Up Your Board For Year-End (Before It’s Too Late!)
When it comes to fundraising, year-end is everything. I have a really clever idea I like so much, I’m going to use it with some of my clients.
A Slam Dunk New Employee Orientation Process
An orientation is key to productivity and retention and helps turn a nonprofit job into a vocation. Plus, a detailed plan you can download and implement.
Is Your Nonprofit Heading for a Financial Crisis?
A major international nonprofit just lost $5 million due to a big mistake. Here are 5 things you can do today to help your nonprofit avoid a similar fate.