Nonprofit executives, by the nature of their jobs, have an “overwhelm monster” lurking outside their door. And that monster seems to get bigger and come[…]
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Perhaps you remember the Oscar-winning children’s film Frozen. Frozen tells the story of two sisters, Anna and Elsa. Elsa is an unusual child: she can[…]
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If everything’s going well in your nonprofit, working to solve your most significant problem might not matter. But if you’re challenged, it matters a lot.[…]
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One of the most challenging decisions a nonprofit can make is closing a beloved program or activity. While it’s tempting to cling to the familiar,[…]
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Perhaps you’re confused about the difference between strategy and planning. Many confuse strategy and planning, though they differ. It’s helpful to get the term right,[…]
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And, do you have what’s needed to get it done? At first glance, the most valuable work of a nonprofit CEO or executive director seems[…]
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Does your nonprofit strategic plan pass the smell tests? If not, your plan may be junk. Effective strategic plans generate alignment and both a unique strategy and a master[…]
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You’ve experienced it. People exchange forced smiles. The person at the front desk tersely answers your questions. Everything is professional, but your gut tells you[…]
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I was pinned under a 200-pound guy, and he had scissors. The volunteer assignment was simple: help a young man with developmental disabilities learn a[…]
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When the CEO announced that the construction was finished on time and on budget, the board launched into complaints instead of rejoicing. Working with a[…]
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