Tag: nonprofit leadership
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You’ve probably heard the saying, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” And honestly? That’s real—especially in the nonprofit and small business worlds. Whether you’re trying to grow your organization, find the right collaborator, or get your next project off the ground, networking is essential. So… What Is Networking, Really? Networking is more…
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Discover the essential role of boundaries in the 2024 workplace. Setting clear limits is more crucial than ever for personal well-being, productivity, and creating inclusive work cultures. As we step into 2024, the discussion around workplace boundaries gains greater relevance. In an era of seamless work-life integration, establishing clear boundaries is paramount. With the average…
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Toxic nonprofit culture can creep in without us realizing it. Between demanding workloads and mission-driven urgency, it’s easy to lose sight of whether your organization fosters a healthy workplace. Sometimes, an outside perspective is needed to recognize red flags. These questions will help you evaluate whether your nonprofit is truly supportive—or if toxicity has taken…
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Nonprofit capacity building is essential for sustainable growth, reducing burnout, and increasing impact. This guide explores key strategies to strengthen your organization—assessing resources, engaging stakeholders, and building a long-term growth plan.
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Every job comes with a learning curve—and let’s be real, no role ever stays the same. Whether you’re starting fresh or growing in place, ongoing learning and development are essential to building an organization that’s not just functional, but future-ready. In the nonprofit and advocacy space, the stakes are even higher. Our work is constantly…
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Facilitation is an important component of any strategic planning process. Online meetings and webinars require different skill sets. Training would be challenging and enjoyable at the same time. Sessions for training the trainers are an essential part of knowledge transfer and aid in raising the program’s uniformity and standard. Since we moved the majority of…
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There’s a common mentality within many nonprofits that says “we’re building the plane as we fly it.” This approach is often the wrong one because it fosters a culture of urgency that can impede our ability to achieve our goals. However, there is an easy solution. It’s project management, and it will help bridge the…
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When we look up an organization and want to find out what they do, we typically look for their mission statement. This is a small (2-3 sentence) statement that every organization has that explains not only what their organization does, but why they do what they do. So, you want to start an organization. You have identified…