One of the most important responsibilities of a board is to ensure that it continually adds qualified new members to its roster and keeps them engaged. Board building and best practices in governance is an ongoing process that requires deliberate and thoughtful attention. This workshop guides participants through a process that focuses on the different […]
At some point, every nonprofit leader, board member, or nonprofit stakeholder, will likely face their own unique version of a tough or impossible decision. It may be due to a sector-wide challenge, such as an economic recession, civil unrest, donor lethargy, etc. It can also be an organization – specific hardship, such as the loss […]
Most of us understand the importance of having a clear and compelling strategic Vision. Unfortunately, leaders also have had overwhelmingly negative experiences in developing them. The work effort takes a considerable amount of time and costs a considerable amount, and not just financially but also mentally and emotionally. There is far too much emphasis on creating the […]
Giving and receiving effective feedback is a cornerstone of leveraging self-awareness, self -management, individual/team performance, and leadership potential. The typical workplace environment places great value on communication, but the greatest barrier to effective communication is “assuming it has occurred.” Do you tell more than you ask? Judge everything you experience, or learn from it? Participants complete […]
This interactive workshop provides turnkey frameworks and methods for communicating and interacting as a leader in ways that enable clarity, performance and engagement. Leaders turn plans into reality by effectively knowing how to convey what they need from others in empowering ways that get everyone onto the team and into aligned action. Different situations call […]
Developing a nonprofit program requires skill, expertise, and confidence in a wide range of competencies. Good program managers can effectively supervise staff, develop strong budgets, engage community members, evaluate their success, and so much more. Does this seem daunting, confusing, exhausting – or maybe even exciting? This highly interactive course will provide opportunities to learn […]
The Communication Assignment (TCA) is a learning experience for non-profits to understand relatable communication techniques from the practices of media experts, including tips on storytelling and pitching stories, how to effectively post social media, using sales to reach philanthropic audiences, and what your media kit should look like. Who should attend: Nonprofit Management Program participants […]
Resilience is a hallmark of effective leadership. Developing resilience requires acceptance, focus and a willingness to effectively prioritize your time through self-management practices. Resilience has gained more importance as work/life balance has been diminished as crisis, workplace transformation and time demands have contributed to higher levels of stress in our cares and lives. You will […]
Most of us understand the importance of having a clear and compelling strategic Vision. Unfortunately, leaders also have had overwhelmingly negative experiences in developing them. The work effort takes a considerable amount of time and costs a considerable amount, and not just financially but also mentally and emotionally. There is far too much emphasis on creating the […]
Developing a nonprofit program requires skill, expertise, and confidence in a wide range of competencies. Good program managers can effectively supervise staff, develop strong budgets, engage community members, evaluate their success, and so much more. Does this seem daunting, confusing, exhausting – or maybe even exciting? This highly interactive course will provide opportunities to learn […]