Kari's Confessions

When was the last time your nonprofit truly hit the reset button Not the " we survived another year" kind - but a real pause to assess what's working, what's not, and what's quietly holding your organization back. In this episode of Kari's Confessions: A Nonprofit Exec Tells All, Kari Anderson breaks down yearly organizational audits as a practical, empowering leadership tool - not a compliance ex...

Good intentions aren't enough - results require strategy. Every January, nonprofit leaders set ambitious resolutions: expand reach, secure funding, deepen impact. But without clear strategic goals, those intentions often fade. In this episode of Kari's Confessions, Kari Anderson breaks down how nonprofit leaders can move from resolutions to results - and why strategic goals are the bridge between...

Unlocking Donor Motivation: Build Deeper, Lasting Connections Why do people give—and how can nonprofits connect with donors in meaningful ways? In this episode of Kari's Confessions, Kari Anderson, principal at Incite! Consulting, dives into the psychology of giving and shares practical strategies to engage supporters authentically. Discover the core drivers behind donor behavior, from altruism an...

Maximize Your Year-End Fundraising: 10 Tips for Nonprofit Success Nonprofit leaders, the last six weeks of the year can make or break your annual fundraising goals—up to 30% of annual giving happens in December! In this episode of Kari's Confessions, Kari Anderson, nonprofit executive and principal at Insight Consulting, shares 10 essential tips for crafting a high-impact year-end appeal that enga...

Feeling stretched thin in your nonprofit? Struggling with team turnover or creeping burnout? You're not alone. In this episode of Kari's Confessions: A Nonprofit Exec Tells All, Kari Anderson—nonprofit veteran and principal of Incite! Consulting—shares hard-earned insights on why leadership turnover can actually benefit your organization, how burnout quietly undermines even the most mission-driven...

Are you ready to discover the secret to building resilient, high-performing nonprofit teams? In this episode of Kari's Confessions, Kari Anderson from Incite Consulting shares actionable strategies to identify, nurture, and mentor future leaders in your organization. Learn how to spot leadership potential beyond high performance, including key traits like emotional intelligence, adaptability, and...

Looking to cut through the chaos in your nonprofit's day-to-day operations? You're not alone—and you're in the right place. In this episode of Inside Incite , Kari Anderson (Principal Consultant at Incite Consulting) shares her top tech tools and strategies that actually work for nonprofits. We're not talking about shiny gadgets or expensive overhauls—we're talking about real solutions that bring...

Time Management for Nonprofit Leaders: Simple, Smart Strategies That Actually Work Are you drowning in to-do lists and Zoom calls, wondering where your day went? You're not alone and you're not doing anything wrong. In this episode of  Kari's Confessions: A Nonprofit Exec Tells All , Kari Anderson dives into the time management techniques she uses (and teaches!) to help nonprofit professionals sta...

Want to move beyond one-time gifts and start building meaningful, long-term relationships with your donors? In this episode Kari breaks down what donor relationship management really means and why it's so much more than a thank-you note and a donation receipt. 📌 You'll Learn: Why long-term donor relationships are essential to your nonprofit's stability and growth The 5 stages of donor development...

Are you relying too heavily on a single funding stream? In this episode of Kari's Confessions, I'll share five practical, proven strategies to diversify your revenue and set your nonprofit up for long-term financial stability. Whether you're a small grassroots org or an established nonprofit looking to shake things up, this episode gives you real-world, easy-to-implement tips that go beyond bake s...

Tech isn't just for startups and Silicon Valley. In this video, Kari Anderson breaks down how nonprofit leaders can embrace technology to lead smarter, not harder. 💻💡 From everyday tools that streamline communication to platforms that transform board engagement, we're diving into real-world examples of how tech is helping organizations just like yours adapt, innovate, and thrive.  🧭 What you'll...

What really happens when a crisis hits your nonprofit? Spoiler alert: It's not just about having a binder full of contingency plans. In this video, I'm diving into what I've learned—firsthand and through coaching nonprofit leaders—about leading through the unexpected.  Whether it's a global pandemic, a funding cut, or internal upheaval, how you lead during a crisis sets the tone for your entire or...

Think serving on a nonprofit board is just about showing up to meetings and giving your two cents? Think again. In this video, I'm tackling some of the most common myths I hear about nonprofit board service—and sharing what it actually takes to be an effective, engaged board member in 2025 and beyond. Whether you're currently on a board, considering joining one, or leading a nonprofit that's tryin...

After working with hundreds of nonprofit leaders over the years, I've seen what works… and what really doesn't. This video is a roundup of the hard-won lessons and best practices I've gathered from real-world experience in the nonprofit sector—shared with honesty, a little humor, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you're a seasoned ED, a new board member, or somewhere in between, this is your chanc...

If I had a dollar for every time a nonprofit leader told me, "We don't really do branding," I'd probably have a solid annual fund by now. Here's the truth: whether you mean to or not, you are branding your organization through every newsletter, event, social media post, and staff interaction. So the real question isn't if you're doing branding… It's how intentional you're being about it. In this v...

In this final episode of "Kari's Confessions," Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, explores the power of strategic planning in driving nonprofit success. With 25 years of experience in leadership roles, Kari shares insights on why strategic planning matters, how to overcome common barriers, and tips for creating a plan that serves as a dynamic tool fo...

In this episode of Kari's Confessions, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, delves into the value of using contractors and partners to enhance nonprofit capacity. With over 25 years of experience, Kari offers insights on how to leverage contractors effectively, especially for small and mid-sized organizations facing challenges like limited staff, budge...

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, dives into the importance of donor segmentation for nonprofit organizations. With over 25 years of experience, Kari provides insights into how nonprofits can tailor their communications and build meaningful relationships with donors by segmenting them based on shared interests and characteristics. K...

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, shares essential tips for building a successful year-end fundraising campaign. With 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Kari highlights the importance of setting realistic goals, customizing donor asks, and making it easy for donors to give. As year-end approaches, Kari addresses common...

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, delves into the crucial topic of succession planning within nonprofit organizations. With 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Kari offers her expertise on why succession planning matters, the barriers that prevent organizations from prioritizing it, and how to build an effective successi...

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, breaks down the complexities of organizing special events for nonprofits. With over 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Kari offers her insights on how to effectively set goals, increase revenue, and convert event attendees into long-term donors. Kari addresses the common hesitations non...

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting shares her favorite technology tools to help streamline nonprofit operations. With 25 years of experience in leadership roles across seven organizations, Kari now offers coaching and consulting services to ensure nonprofits have the right structure, systems, and practices to excel. Kari dives into th...

In this episode, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, shares critical insights on adopting successful business strategies within nonprofit organizations. With over 25 years of experience in leadership roles across seven organizations, Kari now focuses on coaching and consulting to help nonprofits build robust structures, systems, and practices. Kari ta...

In Episode 19 of Kari's Confessions, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, delves into the essential practice of creating a fund development plan. With 25 years of experience in leadership roles across seven organizations, Kari now provides coaching and consulting services to ensure nonprofits have the structure, systems, and practices to excel. Kari em...

In Episode 18 of Kari's Confessions, Kari Anderson, a seasoned nonprofit executive and principal at Incite! Consulting, focuses on the crucial practice of a mid-year check-in. With 25 years of experience in leadership roles across seven organizations, Kari now provides coaching and consulting services to ensure nonprofits have the structure, systems, and practices to excel. Kari emphasizes the imp...