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Executive Directors

Executive Directors Are Superheroes, But They Have Their Kryptonite

by Joan Garry

Just like Superman, Executive Directors have their kryptonite. And it’s not a lack of resources… or a disengaged board.

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Leadership

Ep 80: Why is Change So Hard? (with Lisa Lahey)

by Joan Garry

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!

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Board of Directors

10 Common Mistakes Boards Make When Hiring a New Executive Director

by Joan Garry

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.

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Board of Directors

The Best Book I Read This Past Year

by Joan Garry

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.

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Board of Directors

10 Ways Boards Screw Up Leadership Transitions

by Joan Garry

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….

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Fundraising

Ep 73: The Arc of a Successful Capital Campaign (with Eric Javier)

by Joan Garry

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.

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Money and Finance

Ep 71: A Smart Nonprofit Budgeting Process (with Hilda Polanco)

by Joan Garry

Is your nonprofit budgeting process a royal pain or a living, breathing plan for your leaders to determine your organization’s priorities?

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Executive Directors

The 8 Habits of Highly Effective Nonprofit Leaders

by Joan Garry

Here are 8 habits that all great nonprofit leaders have in common. Habit 4? Ask really good questions…

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Board of Directors

A Simple Way to Conduct an Executive Director Performance Review (Free Template)

by Joan Garry

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.

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Fundraising

Ep 53: Asking for Money Isn’t Sexy… But Philanthropy Is (with Claire Axelrad)

by Joan Garry

Neuroscientists confirm that when somebody gives a donation, it lights up the same part of the brain as having sex or eating chocolate. So why does fundraising give so many adults the creeps? And how to you build a culture of philanthropy where everyone understands how they can effectively contribute?

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Development

It’s Time to Hire Your First Development Staffer

by Joan Garry

Congrats! Your nonprofit is ready to make its first development hire. Who exactly should you be looking for? My downloadable job description should help.

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Relationships

The Roles and Responsibilities of the Board Chair and Executive Director

by Joan Garry

Let me break it down for you: The roles and responsibilities of the Executive Director, the board chair, and the grey area where you need to work together.

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About Joan Garry

Joan Garry is an internationally recognized champion for the nonprofit sector and a highly sought after executive coach for CEOs of some of the nation’s largest orgs. She is called upon by large organizations to tackle substantial change management / crisis management / leadership transitions requiring a compassionate truth-teller, a hands-on strategy advisor, a communications expert, and a focus on strong internal and external messaging. She is also the founder of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab.

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