Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications

When you are looking to build an outstanding board think of it as a strategic casting call! Here are the top characteristics of an outstanding board and the ideal attributes of a board leader.

There is nothing like a good spinoff. Some of the best TV shows of all time found their origins in another show. And now there’s a spinoff of this podcast!

Everyone contends with pervasive anxiety in different ways. I have five pieces of advice from me to all of you leaders and helpers out there. Stay safe!

Your nonprofit can probably do a better job of communicating to build engagement and inspire action. Sarah Durham is THE expert on this.

The most valuable kind of leadership development happens in a cohort. And that’s what this episode is all about.

I wrote an article in the Chronicle of Philanthropy on this topic and got a tremendous response. It seems abuse of power may be rampant.

while change can lead to growth, sometimes leaders fail to manage the tensions that growth brings, and this can cripple an organization’s impact.

When your Executive Director is actually the “Interim Executive Director,” it means something went wrong… right? Well, maybe not.

What kind of person does it take to build a movement? What are the strategies that take something seemingly small and turn it into a global game changer?

I’m thrilled to give voice to a passionate change agent who knows how to build a movement, Frances Kunreuther, Co-Director of the Building Movement Project.

The founder of your organization is leaving and you’re coming in as the new leader. How do you follow a founder and be successful?

A fascinating discussion about the remarkable nature of founders, founder syndrome, and how do you get a founder to leave.

Volunteerism is both noble and necessary in our polarized world. But how do you ignite them and keep them engaged over the long term?

From messes to remarkable victories, boards who step up to those missing in action; from bad days to the days you save someone’s life… we all have tales.

Professional development for nonprofit leaders - luxury or necessity? In this podcast I talk about how maximizing impact requires an investment in support.

Most folks are utterly clueless about the size and scope of the nonprofit sector. In fact it’s not really thought of as a sector.

You’ve probably heard of “Imposter Syndrome”. But have you heard of “Loneliness Syndrome”?

Nonprofits have a diversity problem. Big time. And I believe this is one of the most important issues facing the sector today.

There are so many people who want to make a difference and your nonprofit is a vehicle for them to do just that. So why can it be so hard to get people (or foundations) to open their checkbooks?

Find out how partnerships can succeed and when they might fail and learn the origin story of the successful partnership between Uber and Big Brothers and Big Sisters.

Planned giving can be a fantastic way for nonprofits to raise significant funds and can greatly benefit both the organization and the donor.

Does standard work advice not apply to you because you’re at a nonprofit? In this episode of HBR's advice podcast, Dear HBR:, cohosts Alison Beard and Dan McGinn answer your questions with the help of Joan Garry.

I have met many first rate board chairs and even had a few during my tenure as an Executive Director, but my guest today is the entire package.

Learn how Robin Cembalest has built an enormous social media following and take away lessons that any nonprofit can implement.

charity: water’s growth and impact has been nothing short of remarkable. Here’s the story of how they scaled their organization.