5 + 1 Tips for Your 2021 Virtual Events
If you just read my newsletter and your looking for the Pro Tip, here it is: Pro Tip: Have a professional handle the camera, sound and tech direction. Hiring someone […]
5 WAYS TO SUCCESSFULLY LEAD YOUR REMOTE TEAM

As a leader, I hope you know that it’s your responsibility to care for a team – not only as colleagues, but as human beings. The transition to working remotely […]
Crisis management checklist

The COVID-19 outbreak may have unfortunately uncovered some holes in your nonprofit policies, processes and analysis. That’s ok. The good news is that you’ve probably experienced few crises or have […]
Uncharted waters- here’s a life preserver

It is now very clear that the Coronavirus (COVID-19) will impact us all. Everyone, regardless of age or health, has a role to play in slowing the spread of this […]
Invest in those who volunteer with your organization
Last spring, a peer of mine and I were having coffee, catching up on what was new in each of our professional lives. We were swapping stories about challenges that […]
Take the EWWW Out From Performance Review

Employee performance appraisal systems (the dreaded annual review) tend to get a bad rap. After all, who hasn’t heard about — or experienced — a bad performance appraisal? At worst, an annual review can feel like an ambush, a morale killer or a complete waste of time for staff. But when we do this correctly, effective performance appraisals can empower your team and improve your group’s ability to fulfill its mission.
Team Sport Budgeting It Is

It’s the time of year that (most) nonprofits are planning for their fiscal 2020 budgets. Having your budget approved in the next month or so allows your board fund development committee to align next year’s fundraising plan with the financial plan, allowing you to start the New Year off strong.
Your Fundraising Team. Yes. You Have One.

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