Successful Nonprofits, LLC

Successful Nonprofits Podcast

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With more than half a million downloads, the Successful Nonprofits Podcast helps nonprofit chief executives lead effectively and build stronger organizations. Hosted by Dolph Goldenburg, a consultant, coach, and confidant to nonprofit leaders across the country, the podcast helps nonprofit executive directors navigate board relationships, staff leadership, financial stewardship, fundraising pressure, strategic planning, leadership transitions, and the hard decisions only the CEO can make. Each episode is created for busy nonprofit chief executives leading through complexity, often without a de...

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Successful Nonprofits, LLC

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Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Holiday Encore: All Things Interns with Lauren Kent-Delany 27.12.2022

In this holiday encore, we revisit 2022's most popular episode with Lauren Kent-Delany --- all about finding extraordinary interns, from recruitment to interviews to orientation.

The Job Expectations No One Talks About with Gorick Ng 20.12.2022

Gorick discusses the unspoken rules and expectations around job performance.

Breaking Down Barriers: Hiring Formerly Incarcerated People with Terrell Blount 13.12.2022

Terrell discusses why it's important to hire formerly incarcerated people and what structural changes your nonprofit can make to be more inclusive and equitable in its recruitment, hiring, and promotion practices.

Practicing Courage with Jim Detert 06.12.2022

Jim discusses why it is important to be brave at work and baby steps we can all take to speak up when critical moments arise.

17 Leadership Books to Add to Your Reading List 29.11.2022

In this montage episode, guests return to share their favorite leadership books.

Encore Episode: The Magic of "Thank You" with Sandy Rees 22.11.2022

As we take time to think about who we are grateful for this holiday season, we can't forget our donors. So, this encore episode we revisit our conversation with Sandy Rees all about how you can easily show your donors just how much you appreciate them.

Flourishing Through Collaboration with Amy Brin 15.11.2022

Amy discusses the benefits that collaboration have brought to her nonprofit, the Child Neurology Foundation.

The Power of Strategic Planning with Denise Spivak 08.11.2022

Denise discusses the hidden --- and not so hidden --- benefits of engaging in the strategic planning process.

Podcasting for Nonprofits with Kristan McMahon 01.11.2022

Kristan discusses her experience starting a podcast and why your nonprofit should start one, too.

The Secret to Building a Rock Star Leadership Team with Allison Mayfield 25.10.2022

Allison discusses her secret ingredient to building a strong, effective senior leadership team.

Encore Episode: The Perfect Ask with Dr. Shantell Chambliss 18.10.2022

With the holiday (and giving) season quickly approaching, we decided to revisit one of our favorite fundraising episodes. Join Shantell for a conversation about how to support your team of solicitors as they prepare for and conduct the perfect ask. 

When to Close Your Doors with Robyn Miller 11.10.2022

Robyn discusses common signals that indicate it might be time to close your nonprofit's doors.

Do No Harm with Tara Adams and Tony Pomonis 04.10.2022

Tara and Tony discuss how to ethically work with donors who have dementia or other cognitive impairments.

Become a Competitive (and Equitable) Employer with Kevin Dean 27.09.2022

Kevin discusses why his nonprofit embarked on a journey of equitable pay and hiring practices and how you can, too.

Philanthropy Trends of 2022 with Krista Lamp 20.09.2022

Krista discusses the recent trends in individual giving and how they impact your fundraising campaigns.

Organizing Your Nonprofit's First Expo with Natalee Fisher 13.09.2022

Natalee shares the lessons she learned from organizing and hosting her first expo.

Encore Episode: Adopting a Trauma-Informed Approach at Your Nonprofit with Kate Daugherty 06.09.2022

Kate discusses how trauma impacts our brains and how we can take a trauma-informed approach to ensure we respect and empower those who have been touched by trauma.

Get More Bang for Your (Fundraising) Buck with Joanne Oppelt 30.08.2022

Joanne shares ideas for how you can increase the cost-effectiveness of your fundraising efforts.

Supercharge your Strategic Plan with Rebecca Stapel-Wax 23.08.2022

Rebecca discusses the value going on a Learning Journey brought to her nonprofit's last strategic plan.

Using Texts to Increase Your Fundraising $$ with Larry Talley 16.08.2022

Larry discusses how you can use text messaging to engage donors and increase your fundraising revenue.

So You Want to be a Nonprofit Consultant with Mazarine Treyz 09.08.2022

Mazarine shares tips for nonprofit professionals looking to transition into consulting.

Measuring Impact with Alan Mackie 02.08.2022

Alan discusses simple tips and techniques for measuring your programs' impact.

Enlist your Treasurer and Banker to Your Sustainability Team with Chad Wolver 26.07.2022

Chad discusses how your Board Treasurer and Banker can help your nonprofit achieve financial sustainability.

Courage, Culture and Collaboration with France Q Hoang 19.07.2022

France discusses how to build and strengthen organizational culture at your nonprofit.

Community Engagement Over Community Outreach with Doug Borwick 12.07.2022

Doug discusses the value of community engagement and tips for doing it effectively.

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