How to Build a Leadership Development Program in Your Organization

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from working with nonprofits, it’s that strong leadership doesn’t just happen—it’s built. And yet, so many organizations expect great leaders to emerge without actually […]
How to Recruit Board Members

Recruiting Board Members in the Nonprofit Sector Acquisition takes more time, energy and money than retention. Whether the acquisition is for customers, donors, or board members, this is a fact […]
What Makes a Good Board Member

Board membership is an experience that is impactful for both the individual member and the organization they’re serving. Nonprofits gain a knowledgeable, skilled, and connected community member, and the board […]
Harmonious Board of Directors: Essential Practices for Nonprofit Success

Harmonious Board of Directors: Essential Practices for Nonprofit Success In the intricate ecosystem of nonprofit organizations, the synergy between board members plays a pivotal role in driving impactful change. As […]
Tips for Thanking Your Nonprofit Staff and Board

November is an interesting month. Between Thanksgiving, Giving Tuesday, end-of-year campaign’s kicking off and the general day-to-day work, your staff and board are in a constant state of stop-and-go.
2023 Kick Off List

Do these 12 things to set your nonprofit up for success in 2023! Get Your Social Media Strategy Squared Away Many of you operate in small shops, and keeping on […]
Incite! Referral Document- 2022 Edition

It’s that time of year when budgets are being inked for fiscal 2023. You’ve often reached out to ask me, “Kari if I wanted to contract with a professional that […]
NONPROFIT BOARD GOVERNANCE

Have you ever looked at another nonprofit organization with a hint of envy? You know the organization that makes it look easy. Their messaging is on point. They are a […]
Time for your Nonprofit’s Midyear Checkup

It’s summertime and believe it or not that means 2022 is halfway over. Don’t panic! Early in my nonprofit career, I associated summer with a little slowdown. People were traveling […]
How Travel Delays Inspired 4 Work Hacks

Have you ever had an experience that leaves you wondering if that really just happened? I recently had the opportunity to travel to Italy and had a moment like this […]