Dear Joan: Is There a Smart Way to Fire Someone?
Generally speaking, bad employees don’t just disappear so I don’t see this as a viable strategy. Here’s a better one.
The Best Ice Breaker of All Time For Nonprofit Retreats
Ice breakers are the worst, right? So when I facilitate a retreat, I always promise “NO ICE BREAKERS!” Confession time. I do use an ice breaker, and it’s…
Nonprofit Retreats The Right Way
A retreat is not simply an obligatory offsite. Planned with care and intention, a retreat can propel your staff and your work forward in a big way. Here are my top 10 ingredients for a successful retreat.
Does Every Board Treat Its Staff This Way?
I’m really upset. 5 times in 2 weeks people have emailed me because their boards are bullyng the staff. This is insane. Here’s what I told them to do about it.
The Two Things Every Nonprofit Staffer Wants
Assuming you’re not underpaid, what are the two most important thing every employee wants? Employers take note!
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.
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.
5 Ways to Make Sure Your Best Employees Never Want to Leave
Every organization has its rock stars. Here are 5 things you, as the leader, can do to retain your best employees.
The Secret to Managing Nonprofit Staff
I was a good manager in corporate America and very good when I landed in nonprofit. Here’s the difference.
(Guest Post) My Heart Monitor and Staff Burnout
Staff burnout is a two way street. Here’s a guest post from my former Devo Director (Type A just like me) with her perspective on pushing way too hard. Hint: palpitations are involved.
My Biggest Professional Mistake
Work-life balance matters. Here’s how a certain, very common management style (mine) nearly resulted in the death of a dear friend and colleague.