

Successful Nonprofits Podcast
The Goldenburg Group, LLC
With over half-a-million downloads, the Successful Nonprofits Podcast shares insights, tools, and tips to help you and your nonprofit thrive. Our incredible content is the reason we're ranked in the top 2% of podcasts globally.
Each week, Dolph interviews nonprofit experts and leaders who share their experiences and wisdom on a wide range of topics relevant to the nonprofit sector. From fundraising and board development to leadership and strategic planning, and more!
We also offer shorter Bonus Break episodes you can listen to while taking a tea break – and get the added bonus of making you and your nonprofit stronger. These Bonus Breaks are solo episodes, where Dolph shares hard-learned (sometimes painfully learned) lessons from his 3 decades in the sector. And he often create worksheets and templates that accompany the bonus breaks.
The podcast is hosted by Dolph Goldenburg, a consultant, coach, and confidant to nonprofit leaders across the nation.
Each week, Dolph interviews nonprofit experts and leaders who share their experiences and wisdom on a wide range of topics relevant to the nonprofit sector. From fundraising and board development to leadership and strategic planning, and more!
We also offer shorter Bonus Break episodes you can listen to while taking a tea break – and get the added bonus of making you and your nonprofit stronger. These Bonus Breaks are solo episodes, where Dolph shares hard-learned (sometimes painfully learned) lessons from his 3 decades in the sector. And he often create worksheets and templates that accompany the bonus breaks.
The podcast is hosted by Dolph Goldenburg, a consultant, coach, and confidant to nonprofit leaders across the nation.
Episodes
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Jul 27, 2021 • 42min
The Magic of Strategic Plans with Liana Downey
Liana Downey discusses the impact of strategic planning on nonprofits, emphasizing the importance of stakeholder engagement and data analysis. Tips are provided on creating effective charts and setting ambitious goals for organizational success. The podcast also highlights the Common Ground on Climate project, promoting collaboration and inclusivity in addressing climate issues.

Jul 20, 2021 • 32min
The Supportive Board Chair with Monica Khant
Monica discusses ways a board chair can support the executive director.

Jul 13, 2021 • 33min
The Story Your Voice Tells with Tracy Goodwin
Transform your career (and life) with the power of your voice.

Jul 6, 2021 • 40min
It's Almost Always Someone You Trust with Tiffany Couch
It's a holiday week, so we're rerunning one of our favorite episodes in which Tiffany Couch discusses what fraud looks like, who is likely to do it, and how to prevent it from happening to your nonprofit. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Jun 29, 2021 • 31min
Good Stewardship with Bob Gallagher
Bob discusses common nonprofit mismanagement pitfalls and steps you can take to avoid them.

Jun 24, 2021 • 20min
Bonus Break #41: 3 Steps to Successfully Onboard Your New Board Chair
Dolph shares 3 onboarding steps – and lots of tips – to set you and your next board chair up for years of success.

Jun 22, 2021 • 30min
Insider Tips from an Executive Assistant with Jeremy Burrows
Jeremy discusses how to hire, equip, and empower an Executive Assistant so you have the time and space to achieve your goals.

Jun 15, 2021 • 34min
The Magic of “Thank You” with Sandy Rees
Sandy Rees discusses the benefits of an outstanding thank you and how to easily show your donors just how much you appreciate them.

Jun 8, 2021 • 31min
Working With Pro Bono Attorneys with Michelle Johnson and Rachel Spears
Attorneys Michelle Johnson and Rachel Spears discuss how you can be the perfect nonprofit client for your pro bono attorney (and being the perfect client will make them want to help you in the future).

Jun 1, 2021 • 35min
Putting the “People” Back in Volunteerism with Rob Jackson
Rob Jackson shares groundbreaking ideas to help you ramp up your organization's volunteer program.