The Rich Nonprofit

While everyone's posting their year-end wins, I'm asking a different question: Did any of it matter? With weeks left in 2025, I'm getting real about what I want to say I built this year. Not achieved. Built. In this episode, I share: Why end-of-year reflections are for the birds The gap nobody's filling between making money and making a difference Why these last weeks of 2025 matter more than your...

I stood in front of a room full of female entrepreneurs making serious money and told them their business is bigger than their bank account. Want to know what happened next? They lined up to ask me HOW. In this episode, I reveal: Why the divide between "business owners" and "nonprofit leaders" is keeping both groups stuck The real questions women asked after my talk (spoiler: not about revenue) Ho...

Caring about your mission doesn't mean you should accept poverty wages. In this episode, I call out the "passion tax" - the amount of money you're expected to give up because you chose meaningful work. We talk about what underpaying staff really costs organizations and why fair compensation is a programmatic effectiveness issue. If you've been told that wanting fair pay makes you less committed to...

Strategic planning should feel like problem-solving with someone who gets your world. In this episode, I discuss why most strategic planning processes leave leaders more exhausted than energized. We talk about building decision-making frameworks instead of detailed action plans that become outdated the moment conditions change. If you've been dreading your organization's planning process, this epi...

Nonprofits are praised for doing too much with too little. But there's nothing ethical about disorganization. And burnout isn't proof of commitment. In this episode, I challenge the idea that business principles are incompatible with mission-driven work. We cover: Why mission without infrastructure doesn't scale What nonprofits can borrow from business without losing their soul How to lead with bo...

While you’re wondering why your funding applications keep getting rejected, another organization just secured its most significant grant yet. In this episode, I break down the five strategic mistakes that keep nonprofit leaders stuck — while their competitors consistently win support. We discuss why leading with need can make you appear like a charity case, how to reposition your messaging so fund...

There are two types of nonprofit leaders in the fourth quarter (Q4). Those who are clear, focused, and funded. And those who are busy, reactive, and hoping it all works out. In this episode, I highlight the mindset and habits that distinguish prepared leaders from those still trying to piece it together. If you're heading into year-end without a strong plan, this is your chance to course-correct b...

You don't have to figure everything out alone. In fact, trying to do so is what's keeping you running in circles. In this episode, I discuss why isolation is harming nonprofit leadership and the distinction between seeking advice and forming a genuine strategic partnership. We explore why nonprofit leaders resist investing in support and what it costs you to continue making strategic decisions in...

Your board is already thinking about next year. Decisions are being shaped, priorities weighed, energy sorted. If you walk into January without a clear plan, you'll spend Q1 chasing conversations that could have been decided in the fall. In this episode, I explain what your board really wants from you (hint: it's not a 50-page document) and why October is your final window to commit to getting str...

Too many nonprofit leaders walk into Q4 with apologetic energy, and it costs them. While they say, “We’re grateful for anything,” decisions are already being made about who gets serious support and who gets scraps. Q4 isn’t just busy season, it’s decision season. In this episode, I discuss why you can’t afford to play small with funders, boards, or partners, and how to position your organization a...

You care deeply about your mission, but passion alone isn't a funding plan. In this episode, I get honest about what happens when women in nonprofit leadership build their organizations on personal sacrifice, guilt, and urgency instead of strategy and sustainability. I talk about how over-giving is rewarded in this sector and why it's quietly sabotaging your growth. If you've been praised for how...

Money isn't the problem. Scarcity is. In this episode, I call out the biggest reason nonprofits stay broke: the internalized belief that wanting more funding makes you less mission-driven. If you're still trying to contort your organization around limited funding instead of building funding around your organization's needs, this episode will challenge you. You'll learn what fully-funded leadership...

You've seen the shift. Now here's the story behind it. In this episode, I get honest about why I'm no longer marketing to mompreneurs and what made me go all-in on nonprofit leadership. I share how 13+ years of education advocacy shaped how I think about scale, sustainability, and strategy, and why this sector doesn't need more hustle. It requires leaders who are resourced , not running on fumes....

Most nonprofits are trying to forecast five years out when they don't even know if their biggest funder is renewing in six months. In this episode, I challenge the old way of strategic planning and get clear about what boards want from you: Direction. Clarity. Confidence. Because a 50-page document sitting unopened for months on Google Drive doesn't fund your work or move your mission. If you're u...

You're not underfunded because you're not working hard enough. You're underfunded because you're still treating grant writing like a strategy instead of a tool. In this episode, I talk about what too many leaders have been told to normalize: the feast-or-famine cycle of funding that's built on hope and hustle, not clarity. We talk about what strategic funding looks like and the six revenue streams...

Summer parenting while running a business feels like trying to be two different people at once. One minute you're in CEO mode, the next you're making sandwiches and breaking up fights. In this conversation with Gabs Hayes, founder of The Village, a parent-entrepreneur community, we discuss the reality of switching between business owner and mom modes, why you feel exhausted as if you've accomplish...

You've got clients and revenue coming in, but you're still feeling like you're winging it month to month. Sound familiar? Most mompreneurs think they need a better strategy, but what they need is to stop treating strategy, marketing, and mindset as separate issues. Without all three working together, even the best business plan will eventually unravel as you try to grow. In this episode, I break d...

Grief is a universal experience that everyone will face, yet we often feel isolated while navigating it. In this powerful conversation, I speak with Grief Coach Christina Case, Founder of the Rising Together Collective, to discuss how grief can serve as a portal for personal transformation and why creating safe spaces for healing is crucial for our communities. Whether you're currently navigating...

If you're tired of awkward industry events and collecting business cards that go nowhere, this episode offers a different approach to building genuine business relationships. Lisa shares why traditional networking advice is ineffective for busy moms and reveals her authentic connection framework that fosters genuine relationships without superficial small talk or constant self-promotion. You'll le...

In this conversation with Instagram strategist Sydney O'Brien, Lisa explores how mompreneurs can use Instagram effectively without the pressure of constant posting or perfect content. Sydney shares practical strategies for connection, lead generation, and creating authentic content that works with the beautiful chaos of mom life. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by Instagram or wondered how to bala...

In this episode, I address a common frustration among ambitious mompreneurs: feeling like you're the best-kept secret in your industry. If you've built a business you're proud of but struggle to attract the right audience or clients, this episode offers practical strategies to go from invisible to in-demand without sacrificing family time or your well-being. In this episode, you will learn: Why tr...

In this episode, I challenge the harmful "good mom" myth that equates motherhood with constant self-sacrifice and explore a more sustainable approach to family and business success. If you're tired of putting everyone else first and running on empty, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on creating a family-first mindset where everyone's needs, including yours, are honored. In this episode...

Whether you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or simply interested in maternal health and support systems, my conversation with maternal health advocate, doula, pregnancy coach, & mother Stephanie Radler offers valuable perspectives on the importance of community and professional guidance during the motherhood journey. Stephanie's approach combines practical assistance with emotional s...

In this episode, I tackle a challenge that many mompreneurs face: maintaining business momentum during summer break when school schedules shift and family life changes. I share my Summer Mom CEO strategies that will help you not just survive but thrive during this season with your business. In this episode, you will learn: Six powerful summer strategies that transform this season from a business c...

In this episode, I explore why Queen Energy isn't just a nice-to-have for ambitious moms but the essential foundation for business and life success. If you've ever felt that disconnect between following all the right strategies but still hitting invisible barriers, this conversation is for you. In this episode, you will learn: Why empowerment matters specifically for mompreneurs and high-level mom...