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..
The Problem With Special Events
Nonprofits LOVE special events. And why not? They’re exciting and bring in revenue. But there’s a huge problem with them. In this video, I tell you what that is and suggest a better approach.
6 Year-End Fundraising Tips
Year-end fundraising can be critical for the financial health of nonprofits. But what if it’s getting late and you’re just getting started? Here’s a plan…
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…
The 14 Attributes of a Thriving Nonprofit
Here’s what the best non-profit organizations are doing right. How does yours stack up?
5 Ways to Supercharge Your End-of-Year Fundraising
Last night I had my annual stress dream where I’m taking my high school Spanish final, and before I even answer one question the bell rings and Senor…
Dear Joan: Can I Ask For Donations at a Ticketed Event?
Never hesitate to shoot me an email with questions you have or blog post ideas. Ideas from my readers drive most of my content.
What Brexit Means for US Nonprofits
The 2008 recession taught nonprofits what to do in the face of economic uncertainty. Here are 3 steps to make sure nonprofits handle Brexit the right way.
When Should You Hire Your First Development Director?
While making any hire is often as much art as science, here is my three-question checklist to decide if it’s time to make your first development hire.
How to Make Your Donors Feel Like a Million Bucks
When people give to causes that are deeply meaningful to them, they feel like a million bucks. Here’s how to create true donor love.