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 […]

Crisis management checklist

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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 […]

Take the EWWW Out From Performance Review

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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

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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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Let’s Get Reacquainted

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