Guest post: Leaning In – One Designer And Mom’s View
I’m an avid reader, but by and large, I have a strong aversion to business books. They are usually boring, full or nauseating buzzwords or totally inapplicable to my life as a sole proprietor of a
Got An Hour? Watch Our Webinar: The Critical (And Often Lonely) Transition from Program Director to Executive Director
This past Thursday, we had the pleasure of presenting a webinar with Purvi Shah, former Executive Director of Sakhi for South Asian Women. During the webinar, Purvi shared some of the lessons she learned while
Don’t Forget Your Biggest Asset – Cultivating Loyalty in Your Employees
Good, loyal, hardworking talent is difficult to find. I’ve always had a visceral reaction to staff turnover. It makes me sad. If I work for the organization myself, I feel vulnerable to the change and afraid
In Fundraising, Use Perfectionism With Caution
In our society, perfectionism is worn like a badge of honor - revered and touted equally. The best things that come with perfectionism are good quality work and high standards for work performance and product.
Perfectionism In Nonprofit Communications: To Strive For Or Not?
Can someone who works in communications today, who shares information that might be seen by millions, afford not to strive for perfection?
Women Leading Nonprofits: Conversation & Communication
This year, for International Women’s Day, I'm reflecting on two aspects of women's leadership that stand out for me: conversation and communication. What difference do they make in leading?
Engaging Nonprofit Staff in Social Media
Everyone can get behind the goal of “engaging the public” through social media. Which is imperative. But it's also valuable to have your staff engage actively with your organization's online activities. Why?
Engagement Vs. Promotion Online
A few weeks ago, a colleague (@ChrisTuttle) on Twitter asked “What rules should #nonprofits aim for when using Social Media?” We replied, “Engagement not promotion.” And were asked to clarify. Our 117-character response was: Engagement is 2-way, sharing,
No Better Time Than Now! Coordinate Your Nonprofit’s Development & Communications Efforts
The time is now. Really. Don’t spend another day without coordinating your nonprofit’s development and communications efforts. If you’re (still) not sure why, answer these three simple questions
Map Your Nonprofit’s Communications Calendar Today
Happy 2014, dear reader! If you work in communications, you know what the month ofJanuary brings: sure, snow and freezing temperatures, but also… planning time! Many nonprofits do their planning at the end of their fiscal years