Why An Interim Executive Director?
The importance of having an Interim Executive Director while searching for a new hire can’t be underestimated. Your constituents need to know that you have the organization well in hand, and someone is at the helm, during what could be a turbulent time.
Don’t Be Stupid – 7 Social Media Guidelines
Don’t be stupid when communicating via social media. 7 guidelines for using digital media. The old rules used to be, don’t say anything you wouldn’t say to your mom, and don’t write anything you wouldn’t want to see on the front page of the New York Times. In this time of instant access to the writings of almost anyone, what you write today can affect your future.
Teach Your Children Well
Our children can surprise us with their passion for service; are we helping or hindering this passion when we talk about our philanthropic and nonprofit work?
Where’s the Human Touch?
Digital media is a tool when reaching out to people. It should not substitute for the human touch.
Define Executive Director…
The Executive Director has a mission statement; acquire and husband all the resources needed to fulfill the mission.
Donor Genealogy
Conduct a donor genealogy. Research how you first met your major donors, and focus your board and yourself on the most efficient routes to them. It’s a powerful way to leverage your time, dollars and energy.
Star Trek, Nonprofits and Philanthropy
Did Start Trek mold your vision for a better world? Cause you to fight for what is right? Musings on the message 1960’s Star Trek.
Books for Switching from Private to Nonprofit Sector
Books for people switching from private sector to the nonprofit world. Recommendations from people in the field. Good luck!
Finding That Nonprofit Career
Congratulations! After much soul searching, you’ve decided to seek a career in the nonprofit world. You have experience. You’ve managed people. You have credentials in your field. You want to use them to make the world a better place. Advice on starting a job search in the nonprofit sector, after having been in the private sector.
Nonprofit professionals ARE different….
There really is a difference between for-profit and nonprofit professionals; the world they’re in is different. Here’s a quick overview to consider when contemplating a career change.
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