The Dirtiest Word in Nonprofits
It was somewhere around day 60 of my tenure as the Executive Director of GLAAD when I figured out the dirtiest word in nonprofits. Want a hint?
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Bonus Episode: Small But Mighty Nonprofits (with Laura Zielke)
Most folks are utterly clueless about the size and scope of the nonprofit sector. In fact it’s not really thought of as a sector.
Ep 92: The Lonely Nonprofit Leader (with Glennda Testone)
You’ve probably heard of “Imposter Syndrome”. But have you heard of “Loneliness Syndrome”?
Executive Directors Are Superheroes, But They Have Their Kryptonite
Just like Superman, Executive Directors have their kryptonite. And it’s not a lack of resources… or a disengaged board.
Ep 80: Why is Change So Hard? (with Lisa Lahey)
Nonprofits want to change the world in ways large and small. And yet, when it comes to bringing change into our own orgs, it’s really hard!
10 Common Mistakes Boards Make When Hiring a New Executive Director
As you read this, there are two things to keep in mind. 1) Great boards often screw up a leadership transition. 2) Mediocre boards always do.
The Best Book I Read This Past Year
Useless meetings? I have had my share. Bet you have too. Well, over a recent break, I discovered the antidote with a hat tip from a friend and colleague.
10 Ways Boards Screw Up Leadership Transitions
I spoke to a board chair once who oversaw a search for a new E.D. when the current one left after a strong tenure. The hire was kind of a disaster….
Ep 73: The Arc of a Successful Capital Campaign (with Eric Javier)
You need to make a huge leap in your nonprofit. And so you require a significant amount of money in a certain period of time. You may need a capital campaign.
Ep 71: A Smart Nonprofit Budgeting Process (with Hilda Polanco)
Is your nonprofit budgeting process a royal pain or a living, breathing plan for your leaders to determine your organization’s priorities?
The 8 Habits of Highly Effective Nonprofit Leaders
Here are 8 habits that all great nonprofit leaders have in common. Habit 4? Ask really good questions…
A Simple Way to Conduct an Executive Director Performance Review (Free Template)
Are you a board member and you don’t know where to begin? I offer you a recipe for an effective, and very simple Executive Director performance review.