Is it just us, or does the nonprofit board room get veeery quiet when the treasurer begins their report?
Let’s talk about… nonprofit financial statements
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When done right, annual evaluations can have a profound impact on your leadership team.
Join us for this upcoming panel!
We’re excited to invite you to join Emily Croak and our friends at Nexus Marketing for a panel discussion, “Status Check: Evaluating and Addressing Fundraising Team Needs in Q4”. October 25, 2023 at 3:00 PM ET Register here!
Are you ready for Q4?
We don’t need to tell you that the last quarter of the year is a busy time for nonprofits and for-profits alike! Get our tips for finishing strong in 2023 and beginning 2024 with optimism and confidence.
Don’t Just Onboard Your Board, Evolve!
Organizations that commit to cultivating their board members enjoy benefits that other nonprofits can only dream about. Here are our tips for creating a high-functioning board capable of giving you the support you need.
What’s your conversation starter?
Nonprofit fundraising is all about relationships. If you struggle with what to say or how to approach the important people in your life, we’ve got some tips.
Tired of sweating through your shirt?
Public speaking and presentation skills are important for every nonprofit and for-profit leader to have. This article provides some tips and perspectives to help even the most hesitant presenters shine in front of a group.
Culture eats strategy for breakfast
It’s always a good time to stop and take stock of your nonprofit’s culture and reputation. Afterall, they’re what keep your employees engaged and clients coming back. Do you know how your mission is perceived in your community?
Recruiting your best nonprofit board
The best way to develop a high-impact nonprofit board is to recruit members based on organizational needs and expectations. Sharing your organization’s mission in the right light gives potential board members a clear picture of their future role on your team and ensures they can serve.
Apply the 4 principles of Open Space to your work
Nonprofit leaders and business leaders can benefit from applying the four key principles of Open Space when they conduct meetings. Read on for tips to maximize the time you spend with your team.
Introducing The Nonprofit Store!
The Nonprofit Store is your one-stop-shop for high-quality, affordable DIY tools focused on fundraising, strategic planning, and board governance.
What the Surfside tragedy will teach us about board leadership and liability
Let’s start with the liability.
Around our shop we have a saying, that we repeat often in our workshops, in our clients’ board rooms, and to each other, which is, “being a board member is a different kind of volunteer.”
Case in point, the recent Champlain Towers South collapse in Surfside, Florida.
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