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Master Nonprofit Time Management in 90 Minutes
If you see your “busyness” as a badge of honor, it’s time for some truth telling. This reflects poorly on your leadership. So let’s discuss time management.
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Why Empathy is the Key to Outstanding Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations
The key to having super high impact without burning out? Empathy. Beth Kanter and I explain…
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The 5 Attributes of a Great Nonprofit Executive Director
If your Executive Director doesn’t have these 5 traits, you may have a problem. They’re way more important than any specific skill set.
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not enough money.
too many cooks.
an abundance of passion.
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Stop Pecking Me to Death!
Transform your nonprofit’s internal communications from chaos to clarity with these internal communications tips + a handy template to help your team create its own internal comms best practices!
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How To Attract Top Talent and Retain Top Performers
Nonprofit talent management is a challenge. Here’s how to attract, retain, and develop the best people to help your org achieve its mission.
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How to Manage Your Team When Everyone’s Working Remotely
Discover how your nonprofit can transform remote work into a superpower — creating a thriving culture across your team. With humor, flexibility, and a deep sense of belonging, let’s redefine hybrid work models.
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Not Enough Money.
Too Many Cooks.
An Abundance Of Passion.
About Joan Garry
Joan Garry is the Principal of Joan Garry Consulting. Her team works to build and cultivate leadership at the board and staff level in the service of strengthening the nonprofit sector. She is a consultant, author, blogger and a highly sought after public speaker and media spokesperson.
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Help! My Fundraising Event Was a Total Flop!
Raising money isn’t the ONLY measure of fundraising success, but it’s definitely one of them. If you’re still looking for answers to the question, “Why is my org not raising more money?” download this free resource. You might find the key to your next fundraising event’s success!
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The Key Differences Between the Nonprofit and For-Profit Sectors
There are more than a few key differences between nonprofit and for-profit leadership. Let’s unpack this, shall we?
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3 Eye-Opening Conversations on Organizational Development
Want more tips and strategies for developing a nonprofit organization that’s built to last? Discover the 14 Attributes of a Thriving Nonprofit! Grab your free download and start transforming your organization today!
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