Radio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips Consulting

Episode 264: Did you know there is something out there holding people back? It's called The Bamboo Ceiling and it affects people of Asian descent. My guest, Khánh Vũ, CEO of the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE), explains what it is, who it affects, and why we need to be aware of it. The Bamboo Ceiling can prevent your team members from achieving their potential and it can deprive...

The author reads here weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, "Rogue Speak." This week's topic: The Problem with Giving Credit Where It's Due

Episode 263 is Supported by USAE News! Organizations can communicate success in many ways but do you think about winning awards as a way to do it? Well my guest, Owen Kavanagh of Kavanagh Solutions, has some great advice and insights on how to raise awareness of your group by promoting your wins! Not only do awards showcase the outstanding work you are doing, it demonstrates the value of belonging...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, "Rogue Speak." This week's topic: Mark Your Calendar! My First Book Publishes Nov. 22, 204

Episode 262: Storytelling is the best way to communicate messages and to let our audience get to know us. This is key for nonprofits whether you are an association, a charity, a foundation or other 501c type. The Ellipsis Production crew is back to share their insights and experience on Documentary Style Storytelling! Cameron Gordon and Cora Hankey walk us through the entire process from developin...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, "Rogue Speak." This week's topic: Invitation only - Then Why Join?

Episode 261: Technology is supposed to make our work easier but we are not always smarter about how we work. IT expert Brian Scott of Clear Tone Consulting is back for another fun discussion on technology for associations and this time we are talking Automation. To have a solid tech stack that serves the needs of the organization we need to practice system oversight and conscious decision making....

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak. This week's topic: Don't Write a Sucky RFP.

Episode 260: Last fall, Sandra Nam of Qiqo Chat joined me to discuss Adventures in Community. Now she's back to give us an update on what came out of those adventures: Association Marketplace! Sandra shares how it started, where it is now, and the future they are building to support everyone in the association community. Rogue Tulips Consulting has a page -- you should too! From their news stream...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak. This topic: Should You Follow the Rules?

Episode 259: This episode supported by USAE News! Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to spread throughout our global technology ecosystem -- but laws are not catching up with this fast-moving tech. My guest, Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union, works on these issues with his global colleagues. He shares his insights on development of internal guidelines and policies, the IRS and its impl...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak. This week's topic: "It's Too Staff Intensive": Really?

Episode 258: October is Dwarfism Awareness Month and I invited back Samyuktha Neeraja, MPH, CAE, to discuss what's it like living with this particular disability. Earlier in 2024, she shared her DEI story. In this episode, she continues her story talking about how Advocacy and Allyship are important in her personal experience. Samyuktha explains dwarfism and how it is different for everyone who ha...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, "Rogue Speak." This week's topic: The Bus Book - Knowledge is Power

Episode 257: In 2025, the Tax Cuts and JobsAct of 2017 (TCJA) expires. Several white papers have been published on the potential impact on the nonprofit community and these are causing quite a stir! What is the real impact going to be, especially for the 501c6 designation? My guest Pete Sepp, President, National Taxpayers Union, sets the record straight about what expires, what needs to be reviewe...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak. This week's topic: Conference Accessibility - Time to Get Real

Episode 256: If you work in an association, membership is on your mind most of the time -- or at least it SHOULD be. This week my guest, Kim Berry, Vice President of Membership, NABA Inc., shares her years of wisdom on membership, component relations, different structures and why we work at associations. We talk about the importance of a membership focus, the need for strong relationships, why you...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, "Rogue Speak." This week's topic: Let Go of the Past to Win Hearts and Minds

Episode 255: This episode supported by USAE News! Many associations know they should be "cyber savvy" but it's an overwhelming issue. It can also be very expensive if you work with an enterprise level company. That's where my guest Brian Scott of Clear Tone Consulting comes in! He knows cybersecurity is a critical issue for associations and other nonprofits so he works with them...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter "Rogue Speak." This week's topic: Conference Accessibility Lounges - The Time is Now.

Episode 254: We all wish we had the time to reflect, recharge, re-energize and just think! But how many of us actually give ourselves the gift of time? My guest Laura Caputo did just that -- she gave herself a sabbatical. She shares her experience and what she learned about herself and what she wants her life to look like. This inspiring conversation will get you thinking about taking your own sab...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter "Rogue Speak." This week's topic: Lazy Thinking Undermines Everything

Episode 253: All messaging begins with clear and consistent writing. For Nonprofits to have success in mission fulfillment, consistent messaging is necessary across all areas of the organization. My guest, Stephanie Malench of Write by Steph, is a writer and nonprofit consultant who shares her experiences and advice on nonprofit messaging. Our wide ranging conversation covers modeling ethical beha...

The author reads her weekly message from the Rogue Tulips Consulting e-newsletter, Rogue Speak. This week's topic: Stop Thinking Lika a . . .

Episode 252: USAE News is the longest continuously publishing newspaper in the association management profession. Founded over 40 years ago, it has covered changes in our community, national news, and broken its share of hard-hitting stories. This week, we hear from the man who started it all: Ross Heller, Founder & Publisher Emeritus. He shares his inspiration for starting USAE News, how publ...