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I had a conversation with a customer recently who needed help with leading their team throughout…

We were exploring strategies, and I suggested some of the most powerful guidance that she could lean on, things that would be customized…

Jul 30, 2021

Choosing a Nonprofit CRM

Jul 29, 2021

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I know you’re wondering… What’s on my mind? Nonprofit fundraising! You got it!

I was on a fantastic panel discussion hosted by the Development Executives Roundtable and the Golden Gate Chapter of the Association of…

Jul 29, 2021

Your Organization’s Strategy to Navigate COVID-19

COVID-19 is forcing a lot of organizations and teams to answer some significant questions. Some of these questions may look like:

Jul 29, 2021

One of my favorite articles that I’ve shared with our customers over the years is Dan and Chip…

The two basic points of their article are:

Jul 28, 2021

How to Deal with Challenging Nonprofit Board Members

Have you ever had the feeling that no matter how hard you try, it’s a mathematical impossibility to get all of your board members to agree…

Jul 28, 2021

I’ve been trying to use COVID-related humor to lift my spirits recently.

As a leader, using humor in the right way and time can positively influence others. There’s a judgement call that has to be made to be able…

Jul 28, 2021

How I lost a $500 Bet

A friend and I were discussing our struggles to hit our personal and professional goals. No problem with setting goals, just hitting them…

Jul 27, 2021

A Practical Tool to Guide You Right Now

Are you leading your nonprofit or organization through COVID-19? The impact of this pandemic may be one of the most challenging things you…

Jul 27, 2021

5 Fundraising Mistakes You May Be Making

As a leader of a nonprofit organization, you have no shortage of responsibilities on your plate, such as structuring your team…

Jul 26, 2021

Three Critical Strategies for You During COVID-19

Our team has been mandated to do all sorts of different things during COVID-19. Al, Eric, and Crystal in California have been mandated to…

Jul 26, 2021

Why I’m Happy to Be a Freak

I live in San Francisco, where technology is constantly booming. However, I am one of those people who has chosen to use a dumbphone…

Jul 26, 2021

KISS

Nearly 30 years ago, I had a high school physics instructor teach my students how to convert a 1985 Ford Escort into an electric race car…

Jul 26, 2021

I once read an online critique of strategic planning titled “The Perils of Strategic Planning”.

In our full blog post, I attached quotes from this article on Hollan’s philosophy on short and simple plans, which echoes the same approach…

Jul 23, 2021

I recently got to see Mavis Staples, an American rhythm and blues singer, at the 15th Nelsonville…

We call Mavis and Rick, “co-champions” in strategic planning. Mavis as the leader, and Rick as the manager. Both are critical to the team.

Jul 23, 2021

Why I Quit My Executive Director Job (Or the Importance of a Common Vision)

Jul 23, 2021

Bottom’s Up: The Strategic Planning Cocktail

Nothing goes better with summertime than a refreshing cocktail. I enjoy reading an entertaining blog called Nonprofit AF. The author, Vu…

Jul 23, 2021

Choosing a Nonprofit Strategic Planning Consultant: 7 Factors You Should Consider

If you’re considering creating a strategic plan, you may be wondering whether you should bring on a strategic planning consultant or not…

Jul 23, 2021

Want a One-member Board?

How would you like your nonprofit to have a one-member board?

Jul 23, 2021

A Beginner’s Guide to Nonprofit Financial Management

While operating a nonprofit organization is meaningful and fulfilling in many ways, there are unique challenges associated with long-term…

Jul 23, 2021