Aug 25, 2026
Can one board retreat turn reluctant board members into fundraising superstars? Anyone promising that is selling something they cannot deliver. But a well-designed retreat can still move board fundraising forward.
In this episode, I explain how to diagnose the real barriers first, then share six practical retreat...
Aug 18, 2026
What recurring tasks does each person on your team actually own?
It’s almost impossible to remember everything a team member is responsible for, and a job description usually won’t tell you. When that information lives only in someone’s head, onboarding gets harder, performance conversations get murkier, and an...
Aug 11, 2026
Whether to spend staff time and resources on a special event is an important decision that rests with you as the chief executive.
Fundraising events can consume hundreds of staff hours, sap your board’s enthusiasm, and produce far less revenue than everyone expected. That is why many nonprofit leaders conclude events...
Aug 4, 2026
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Your calendar is full, your inbox is under control, and the copier is finally working. You were productive today, right?
Maybe not.
Every week, nonprofit chief executives routinely spend hours scheduling meetings, answering routine emails, preparing documents, and...