It makes sense, even though I haven’t known many, if any, nonprofits who periodically conduct a Board Self-Assessment. Just as I decided several years ago to add Implementation Planning into my strategy process, I’m adding this assessment as well. A Board Self-Assessment is a process that asks each board member to grade the overall Board’s … Read More
Today I’m writing in honor of May as National Civility Month. It’s been over ten years since I penned The Civility Pledge: I pledge to behave with civility, treating myself and others with respect and consideration. I pledge to show compassion & curiosity. I pledge to be gracious, honest, authentic and wholly present – right … Read More
There’s a critical judge that runs in my head. I’ve named her CJ for short. She is very opinionated, and often hassles me about my choices. Recently I was deliberating some business options and realized that I felt a little anxious. While not a foreign feeling, it’s not my usual response to tough times. So … Read More
Hello! I don’t know anyone who hasn’t been affected by the pandemic and its widespread consequences. My son was laid off immediately. A dear friend lost her amazing husband to Covid. And according to many experts, we’re all feeling low-level anxiety all the time. It’s a lot to take in, let alone process. Yet, that’s … Read More
Issue Number 1: Fundraising for Nonprofit Board Members The number one issue I hear from nonprofit leaders relates to the fundraising efforts of their Board of Directors. My goal in this issue of the Nonprofit Board Series is to share ideas and information about how nonprofit board members can most effectively help in the fundraising … Read More
People often ask me, “Why does strategy matter?” In other words, why is it important? I have a lot to say about that, but before we get into its importance, let’s review some basics about strategy. What is Strategy? At its’ simplest, strategy is a basis for making decisions about how you will achieve your vision … Read More
Marketers are in a bind. Most likely because they set their marketing strategy before March – meaning it’s probably irrelevant now, or at least lacking in their ability to meet these changing times. I began writing this post in mid-May. Since then, George Floyd was killed, and protesters have taken to the streets for mostly … Read More
What’s Important to You? Many people are not consciously aware of their values. Frankly, most of us are so over-scheduled that we don’t have the time to contemplate ‘such lofty ideals’. Yet, values are what our society most needs right now. Do this. Take out a piece of paper or open a screen where you can … Read More