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NonProfit Leadership Center
DECEMBER 10, 2024
During 2024, nonprofit professionals turned to the Nonprofit Leadership Center for resources and support to strengthen their organizations and communities. Nonprofit Leadership Center Key Partner Sulzer, Inc. But what is positive leadership and why should you focus on it?
NonProfit Leadership Center
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
On October 19 and 20, 2023, hundreds of nonprofit and business leaders will come together at the highly anticipated Nonprofit Leadership Conference , hosted by the Nonprofit Leadership Center and presented by Bank of America.
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Blue Avocado
JANUARY 7, 2025
At a time of a leadership transition, planned or unplanned, more and more organizations are using interim leaders (aka interims) to help the board address organizational challenges, large and small, that may have existed during the tenure of the previous leader.
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
DECEMBER 23, 2024
After all is said and done, its important to measure and report on the outcomes of your capital campaign so you can continue building and strengthening community relationships. Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter. Did you enjoy this story?
NonProfit Leadership Center
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
But don’t wait until GivingTuesday to communicate with your audiences. Join Us to Enhance Your Fundraising Strategies See all the upcoming nonprofit training classes and certificate programs from the Nonprofit Leadership Center, including our fundraising and marketing events, to strengthen your skills, organization and communities.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
MARCH 19, 2025
Organize dedicated brainstorming or mind-mapping sessions to give employees a chance to generate and communicate ideas in an open, judgment-free zone. Open several methods of communication. Your employees have varying communication preferences. Did you enjoy this story?
NonProfit Leadership Center
JUNE 3, 2024
According to research from the Project Management Institute, the biggest predictor of a project’s success — or failure — is communication. Their report found that project managers should spend 90% of their time on communications to ensure a project’s success, and up to 56% of revenue could be lost due to poor communication.
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
MARCH 26, 2025
In your stores description, communicate where supporters contributions will go. You might communicate how much of each purchase directly supports your organization and the specific impact their contribution will make (e.g., Beyond raising funds, a peer-to-peer approach helps participants build valuable leadership skills.
NonProfit Leadership Center
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Reflection Take time to reflect on your past leadership experiences and outcomes from the previous year. For instance, if communication was a challenge, set a goal to enhance your communication skills by attending workshops or seeking a mentor or coach. Analyze what worked well, what didn’t and why.
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JANUARY 8, 2025
Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter. The Nonprofit Leadership Alliances Elevate Conference is your opportunity to The post Guided Feasibility Study: A Fresh Take on Campaign Readiness appeared first on Nonprofit Leadership Alliance.
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NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 22, 2022
The past few years have required nonprofit professionals to dig deep, think differently and work together to support communities. Meet the 2022 breakout speakers below who will join highly anticipated keynote speaker Nataly Kogan to renew your passion and celebrate your commitment to strengthening organizations and our communities.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
DECEMBER 4, 2024
While artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more prevalent across society, its use growing especially quickly in the nonprofit sector. As of April 2024, 58% of 501(c)(3) organizations have incorporated AI into their digital communications, and 68% use it to analyze constituent data. Did you enjoy this story?
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NonProfit Leadership Center
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
On September 28, 2022, more than 700 nonprofit and business leaders will come together at the 12th Annual Nonprofit Leadership Conference , hosted by the Nonprofit Leadership Center and presented by Bank of America, for a day of inspiration, education and connection. SUBMIT A PHOTO.
NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 14, 2023
According to Ernest Hooper, renowned storyteller and nonprofit leader in Tampa Bay, it’s collaboration and shared knowledge. As nonprofits continue to emerge from a challenging few years, the Nonprofit Leadership Conference is like a charging station for the nonprofit sector. “As
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JULY 2, 2021
Before you head out, let’s take a look at the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. We have website designs, leadership tips, how Google works, what to post on social media and more. Lars Lofgren compiled a list of the Best Leadership Courses.
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NonProfit Leadership Center
MARCH 4, 2024
There is a new face at the Nonprofit Leadership Center! Leading (and Learning) by Example Consistent with the insatiable curiosity, drive for excellence and commitment to continuous learning that are hallmarks of the Nonprofit Leadership Center, Isabella is also a self-proclaimed lifelong learner.
NonProfit Leadership Center
JANUARY 29, 2024
The Nonprofit Leadership Center is thrilled to announce two well-deserved promotions for staff members Meriel Martínez and Jamiel Maze. Meriel Martínez Assumes New Position as Director of Programs & Inclusion Meriel Martínez has been promoted to director of programs and inclusion at the Nonprofit Leadership Center.
Amy Eisenstein
JANUARY 8, 2025
Learn how to communicate effectively by using words and tone that foster trust, respect, and better relationships in nonprofit leadership and life.
NonProfit Leadership Center
DECEMBER 19, 2022
For nonprofit professionals, 2022 was another year of learning, adapting and innovating. During the past year, nonprofit leaders turned to the Nonprofit Leadership Center for resources and support to strengthen their organizations and communities. 6 Traits of Inclusive Leadership. READ ARTICLE. READ ARTICLE.
The Charity CFO
JANUARY 8, 2025
In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Kathryn Hoffman, CEO of the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA), to discuss how to balance a big mission with human-centered leadership. Want more nonprofit leadership tips? Go straight to the full video here!
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NonProfit Leadership Center
JULY 10, 2023
On July 1, 2023, Charlie Imbergamo, MA, CFRE , became the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s new CEO. As a lifelong learner with 30 years of nonprofit experience, Charlie enters the role after serving as the organization’s senior director of strategic programs and impact since September 2019.
NonProfit Leadership Center
MAY 6, 2024
But what is positive leadership and why should you focus on it? 4 Essential Strategies for Embracing Positive Leadership Positive leadership enables extraordinary performance by cultivating an environment that encourages and empowers employees to perform at their best. Believe: Foster meaning and purpose in the workplace.
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The Charity CFO
DECEMBER 11, 2024
In a recent episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Mohan Sivaloganathan, CEO of Our Turn and advocate for youth leadership and equity in education, to discuss the concept of harmonious leadership and its potential to transform the nonprofit sector.
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NonProfit Leadership Center
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Want to raise more money for your nonprofit? With reliable data, you can segment and personalize your communications without having to craft each message individually. During this free, on-demand video, learn how your nonprofit can manage and segment your data to raise more money!
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JUNE 6, 2024
In the nonprofit sector, Tracy Kamen, a passionate Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP), is creating a positive impact around the world. In this exclusive interview with the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, Tracy shares her story and valuable advice for anyone dreaming of a career making a difference.
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NonProfit Leadership Center
JUNE 24, 2024
Judith Rodin, Former President, The Rockefeller Foundation Addressing overwhelm and chaos in the workplace requires a leadership paradigm shift that replaces the traditional, top-down leadership model with one that emphasizes empathy, understanding and inclusiveness. One such approach nonprofits should consider is mindful leadership.
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NonProfit Leadership Center
MARCH 6, 2023
Here at the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we believe spring is the perfect time to make plans for your personal and professional development. April 2023 Level Up Your Leadership: How to Become the Leader Everyone Wants to Follow — April 4 Are leaders born, or is leadership something you can learn?
NonProfit Hub
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
The notion of “leaving well” is subjective and, of course, there are an unfathomable number of unique elements in every nonprofit leadership transition. Leadership positions usually don’t follow the custom of providing only two weeks notice. Communicate Clearly and Collaboratively. Leadership Team. Probably not.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Look out for volunteers with exceptional communication, organizational, and time management skills. For example, a volunteer who previously worked on a political campaign may have canvassing or phone banking experience that could translate well to nonprofit advocacy campaigns. Demonstrate beneficial skills or knowledge.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JUNE 5, 2024
Break Down Silos Silos and barriers between generations and departments can hinder communication, collaboration, and innovation within nonprofit organizations. Cultivate a Culture of Respect Respectful communication and mutual understanding are essential for bridging generational and knowledge divides within nonprofit teams.
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
APRIL 28, 2024
To help you grow into a modern leader, we’ll explore these common nonprofit management skills you can (and should) develop at your own organization: Marketing Fundraising Public Speaking Interpersonal Communications Relationship-Building Strategic Planning Delegation Budget Allocation Problem-Solving Before training your team, invest in yourself.
NonProfit Leadership Center
JULY 31, 2023
6 Reasons Funders Should Invest in Nonprofit Training & Development As a nonprofit that exists to support the capacity, growth and success of other nonprofits, the Nonprofit Leadership Center believes leadership and lifelong learning are inextricably linked. That’s a case worth making.
NonProfit Leadership Center
JANUARY 31, 2023
That’s the most important lesson Erica Monet Li says she learned from participating in the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s Certificate in Leadership program. For high-performing nonprofit professionals like Erica, many receive little to no training when they’re promoted from individual contributors into managerial roles.
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NonProfit Leadership Center
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Websites like BoardSource, LinkedIn and BoardLead allow individuals to express their interest in serving on nonprofit boards, while nonprofits can search for potential candidates based on their profiles and interests. The Nonprofit Leadership Center offers a free Board Finder service to nonprofits with open board positions.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
MAY 8, 2020
Let’s get right into the best articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have some good news, problems with leadership, how to use video to market your org, some social media scheduling tips, and more. Do you know The Problem with Know-it-All Nonprofit Leadership ?
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
DECEMBER 21, 2022
What do you need to communicate to reach your organizational goal? Who do you need to communicate that with? . By using this strategy you can better communicate with a wide variety of audiences, crush your organizational goals, and truly celebrate what makes you awesome. Here are some more questions to consider: .
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
AUGUST 8, 2023
Strategies for Enhancing Team Performance To unlock the full potential of nonprofit teams, it is crucial to implement strategies that enhance their performance and cultivate a workforce of the future. Foster Open and Transparent Communication: Establish regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and ideas.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
OCTOBER 5, 2024
Despite the growth of online fundraising and other nonprofit software solutions that allow you to execute your tasks from anywhere, communicating with different team members virtually can be more difficult than gathering in a central office space and meeting in person. Encouraging everyone to take a communications course.
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JANUARY 31, 2024
What is Courageous Leadership? Courageous leadership is built on heroic leadership. Nonprofit leaders must be courageous because of the work they do. Courage, a leadership superpower, empowers individuals to persist in leading when faced with adversity. About the Author Anthony A.
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
MAY 23, 2024
However, when managed wisely, overhead expenses, including capacity building, are vital investments that pave the way for a nonprofit’s growth and success. Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter. What is the Overhead Myth?
NonProfit Leadership Center
DECEMBER 18, 2023
During the past year, nonprofit professionals turned to the Nonprofit Leadership Center for resources and support to strengthen their organizations and communities. See her five top tips for conducting effective meetings at your nonprofit. READ ARTICLE 4 Lessons from 4 Decades of Nonprofit Service Emily H.
Amy Eisenstein
JANUARY 8, 2025
Hi Amy, I agree 100% in the power of TOV (tone of voice) and POV (point of view) in communicating effectively; they’re critical. I have a prospect list, but I’d like to approach and communicate with them in the most strategic and thoughtful way. We’re looking to raise major gifts and new donors this year.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
OCTOBER 9, 2020
There are 3 Types of Nonprofit Leadership in Times of Crisis. A Day in the Life of a Nonprofit Communicator – Tricia Maddrey Baker Let’s See Your Thank You Notes, Emails, Videos and Any Other Ways You Say Thanks! Which is yours? ShortStack shares 9 Halloween Marketing Ideas That Work With Social Distancing.
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NonProfit Leadership Alliance
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
If you’re a nonprofit leader, you know the importance of forging a deep bond with your supporters in order to keep them engaged with your mission. The best way to do this is to maintain open lines of communication with them. . But your organization shouldn’t stop there when planning your communication strategy. Employment.
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