Feeling Overwhelmed? Try This…
The #1 reason people burn out in any job is because they’re constantly feeling overwhelmed. Here are 3 “quick wins” to help you prioritize.
It’s Time For a Nonprofit Reality TV Show
I’d love a nonprofit version of The Office with the absurdity of high-maintenance donors, board meetings where conversation goes in circles, and all the…
The 14 Attributes of a Thriving Nonprofit
Here’s what the best non-profit organizations are doing right. How does yours stack up?
5 Ways to Supercharge Your End-of-Year Fundraising
Last night I had my annual stress dream where I’m taking my high school Spanish final, and before I even answer one question the bell rings and Senor…
Dear Joan: Can I Ask For Donations at a Ticketed Event?
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What Brexit Means for US Nonprofits
The 2008 recession taught nonprofits what to do in the face of economic uncertainty. Here are 3 steps to make sure nonprofits handle Brexit the right way.
When Should You Hire Your First Development Director?
While making any hire is often as much art as science, here is my three-question checklist to decide if it’s time to make your first development hire.
How to Make Your Donors Feel Like a Million Bucks
When people give to causes that are deeply meaningful to them, they feel like a million bucks. Here’s how to create true donor love.
What Development Directors Should Say In An Interview
The 3 components to hiring a great Development Director: 1) Get a good candidate pool. 2) Ask the right questions. 3) Recognize the right answers…
An Easy Way to Build Your Email List
What could you do with a bigger email list? More donations? Volunteers? Impact? Probably all of the above. Here’s one easy way to grow your list.
Why Nonprofits Never Have Enough Money
Here’s a budget process that will engage and inspire your board to raise even more money than you were planning to budget for in the first place.