Women make up about 70% of the nonprofit workforce. Yet when it comes to leadership positions, they still lag behind their male counterparts, especially at larger, well established, better funded nonprofit organizations. 4 Steps to Plan Your Career Strategically as a Woman Fundraiser While you may not want to be in a leadership position … [Read more...]

Many women are uncomfortable with the idea of marketing or promoting themselves. But if you want to stand out, get ahead, or lead your organization to greatness, it’s important to become comfortable with self-promotion. This is not the sleazy or slick marketing of the old days. Promoting yourself should be helpful, collegial, and kind. Most … [Read more...]

As I look toward the next decade of consulting, nonprofit leadership, and business growth, I’ve been reflecting on lessons learned and what comes next after nearly 30 years of in business and nonprofit leadership. In the coming years, I hope to focus this blog more towards mentoring the next generation of women leaders in business and the … [Read more...]

How well (or poorly) are you paying your staff members? Could they make more money working at the local Target or fast-food restaurant? If so, you’re not paying them enough! A History of Underpaid Nonprofit Staff I’ll never forget working at my first fundraising job at a domestic violence shelter, more than twenty years ago. The staff -- … [Read more...]