Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications

You’ve heard of IQ and EQ. But, CQ is the third intelligence that empowers a nonprofit leader to mightily drive the mission with the strong, rallying support of a unified team. Listen in to learn what CQ is, how it works, and why it matters in the nonprofit landscape like never before.

Celebrating a milestone, the hosts reflect on their journey, sharing valuable insights and gratitude for the nonprofit leaders they've encountered. They discuss listener feedback, emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives, especially on topics like Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. There's a personal touch as one host reveals how a childhood passion for performance shaped their nonprofit path, inspiring a call for community engagement and collaboration to drive positive change.

Tom Kissane, Vice Chairman of CCS Fundraising, shares bold strategies for nonprofits facing elections in 2024. He emphasizes the importance of strong relationships in engaging younger donors. The discussion also touches on how election years influence giving trends and the need for nonprofits to adapt to changing landscapes. They explore generational wealth transfer and its potential impact on planned giving. Finally, Kissane advocates for diversifying revenue streams and maintaining innovation in fundraising amidst external distractions.

What is the secret to implementing DEI strategy in long-standing nonprofit organizations? Cica Dadjo, Chief GEDI at the IRC, shares universal lessons that can help nonprofit leaders disrupt the status quo of organizational culture.

It is a misnomer. There is nothing ‘micro’ about microaggression. What is the real meaning of microaggression, what should it truly be called, and how can a leader recognize and take action to tackle it? Dr. Tiffany Jana shares her insights, why she has stopped using the word ‘crazy’, and what organizations can do to create a culture of awareness.

Organizations around the world are using artificial intelligence to improve processes, delegate tasks, and drive progress. What do nonprofit leaders need to know?

World-renowned conflict resolution expert, Ken Cloke, shares his secrets for overcoming conflict using proven strategies from his mediation practice that have brought "impossible" conflicts to peace across the world for 4 decades.

In this episode, I chat with April Frazier Camara about how diversity is the secret sauce in nonprofit leadership. Her insights? Eye-opening. You'll see our sector in a whole new light.

Kishshana Palmer, a productivity expert in the nonprofit sector, dives into 'martyritis,' where leaders overburden themselves for validation, leading to burnout. She shares actionable steps to combat this issue, stressing the importance of self-care and delegation. The conversation highlights strategies for thoughtful decision-making, fostering a culture of well-being, and embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Kishshana encourages leaders to prioritize teamwork and recognize their limits for healthier organizational dynamics.

In our sector, time often feels like a scarce resource. You're likely juggling countless tasks, believing that maximum productivity is the key to fulfilling your mission. But what if we're approaching time all wrong?