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

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?

Great work relationships lead to greater job satisfaction and higher employee retention. Michael Bungay Stanier shares with us his recipe for designing our work relationships to thrive.

In this episode, Mayor Ras J. Baraka of Newark, NJ shed light on a beautiful partnership dance between city government and nonprofits. These organizations, he shared, often handle tasks the city can't, challenging local governance to aim higher, do better.

Organizations often stay with a subpar development director because they don't believe they could get someone better. Let's explore this assumption.

How do we ensure that the next generation of nonprofit leadership is prepared? Sarah Hernholm shares her groundbreaking work with WIT.

Mission creep is a big problem for many nonprofits. Here’s some practical advice on how to prevent it.

How can we improve our emotional intelligence and become better leaders as a result? Daniel Goleman, author of "Emotional Intelligence", explains.

Let's bring your organizational values to life in a tangible way. Join me and Lindsay Hoffman as we transform vague concepts into a potent value statement that drives your nonprofit's mission.