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 … [Read more...]
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, … [Read more...]
Achieving Your Goals One Quarter at a Time: How are You Doing?
The year is flying by -- we’re already nearing the end of Q1. Depending on the day, time can feel like it’s racing ahead or dragging along. I try to measure time by goals and accomplishments, while also giving myself some grace. Real change is hard in the short term, but over time, the progress can be significant. Reflect on Your Goals … [Read more...]
The Myth of Readiness: Waiting to Feel Ready May Be Holding You Back
There’s a popular saying: progress, not perfection. While you may want things to be perfect (I certainly do), there comes a point when the pursuit of perfection starts holding you back instead of moving you forward. So the real question becomes: How do you know when it’s time to leap, launch, or jump? The Illusion of the “Right” … [Read more...]
Permission to Enjoy Your Life While Doing Meaningful Work
Do you struggle to have a meaningful life while doing meaningful work? If so, consider this post as permission, and an invitation, to enjoy your life. You can be deeply engaged in meaningful work and still have a life. Those two things are not mutually exclusive, although it often feels like they are in the nonprofit sector. If you feel … [Read more...]
