Mission Creep Can Turn Your Org Into a Circus
Learn how to spot the signs of mission creep and keep your board and staff focused on what’s actually most important to your nonprofit.
Do You Understand Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Is So Important?
Nonprofit organizations MUST engage in work around diversity, equity and inclusion. In this blog post, I talk about why DEI work matters for nonprofits and the people they serve.
Nonprofits, Leadership, and the Great Resignation
The Great Resignation (also known as the Big Quit) is here and it’s the real deal — and nonprofits are not immune to it. In this video, I share the three key factors that influence overall job satisfaction and give my advice on how to keep your people as this trend continues.
What to Expect From Me in 2022
Welcome to 2022, nonprofit leaders! In this video blog, I share what I believe is my most important mission for the upcoming year.
Joan’s Top 5 Nonprofit Leadership Blog Posts of 2021
The new year is upon us. Check out my top 5 nonprofit leadership blog posts of 2021 to brush up on the fundamentals of nonprofit fundraising, budgeting, board service, and so much more!
An Inspiring Hanukkah Message For Every Nonprofit Leader
You’ve gone above and beyond all day long, all year long. But, sometimes it can feel like you are totally out of fuel. In this post, I share a Hanukkah-inspired lesson that will help you overcome nonprofit burnout and reignite your passion for the work.
6 Ways to Thank Your Nonprofit Board Members
Your nonprofit board members may not be perfect, but they are committed. Here are 6 ways to thank them for all that they do.
3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Working For A Nonprofit
There are quite a few things that I wish I knew when I moved from corporate America to the nonprofit world. But there are three things in particular that really stick out. I share them with you in this video.
An Easy Nonprofit Budget Template (+ How to Use It)
Here’s a practical, easy-to-use nonprofit budget template that will make crunching the numbers with your board easier than ever. Keep reading to access your free download and learn how to make the most of it.
Why Every Nonprofit Leader Hates Icebreakers (And Why You Shouldn’t)
Do you hate icebreakers? In this post, I’ll fill you in on why you shouldn’t and share a few icebreakers that can build trust and connection with your team.
How Even Workaholic Bosses Can Promote Workplace Self Care
Many of us are intimately familiar with the term workaholic, even if we simply love our work. This quick tip will help you promote a culture of understanding and workplace self care no matter your working style.
10 Tough Questions Every Board Member Should Ask
Most founders start with what I call the “Friends of the Founder” boards. I’m talking about your tight knit circle. Maybe family, or even chosen family–either way they are 150% behind your mission and delighted to say, “Yes!”