After almost 10 years of leading Capital Campaign Pro, and a decade before that as a solopreneur consultant, I've hired and parted ways with a lot of staff and contractors. It's never fun, and it's never easy. Hiring is one of the most challenging parts of leadership, whether you're running a business or a nonprofit. And parting ways is almost … Continue Reading
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Why Your Board Members Are Disengaged (And How to Fix It)
A few months ago, I asked nonprofit leaders a simple question: "What's your number one challenge right now?" Time and money topped the list -- no surprise there. But a close third caught my attention: board engagement (or more precisely, disengagement). What Are the Expectations of Nonprofit Board Members? When I see a disconnect like … Continue Reading
Lessons Learned at AFP ICON: Navigating AI in the Nonprofit Sector
Last week I had the privilege of delivering a new talk -- "Anyone Can Raise $1M or More in Any Economy – Even You!" -- at the Association of Fundraising Professionals International Conference (AFP ICON). The talk shares real stories of fundraisers who overcame serious hurdles and raised millions -- not through magic, but through simple, … Continue Reading