A missed opportunity: How the nonprofit sector can do a better job of hiring people with disabilities

Many employers may say they don’t have staff with disabilities, but this just isn’t true. In fact, the 2017 Canadian Survey on Disability conducted by Statistics Canada, determined that 22% of the Canadian population over the age of 15 has one...

Moving on: How to leave your organization in the best way possible

There are a variety of reasons people leave jobs in the nonprofit sector – bad fit, bad manager, new opportunity, mergers, downsizing, firing, restructuring — but there’s no question that at some point all of us will leave a job....

What it means to be an executive director: A frank discussion with three nonprofit leaders

Recognizing that the role of executive director is somewhat mysterious (and not always initially appealing) to those not in the job, CharityVillage wanted to demystify the role a little bit by talking with executive directors of varying experience and size...

Executive Directors: How to make the move to leading a larger organization

This isn’t your first rodeo - you’ve worked as an executive director or a CEO of a small nonprofit and you’re thinking about making a move to a larger organization. Perhaps you’re leaving the first organization because somehow it isn’t...

What you need to know about becoming a nonprofit executive director for the first time

What an executive director (ED) is can be somewhat mysterious to those not in the role. Despite an increase in nonprofit leadership programs, many younger nonprofit staff are reluctant to consider taking on an executive director role, often because of...

“What if?” Trends impacting the future of nonprofit work in Canada

  The world of work is changing, and changing fast. Being mindful of the trends that might affect the future of nonprofits can help you protect your organization and your career, and position yourself to take advantage of new opportunities....

A new approach to self-care

Want to learn more on this topic? We've partnered with the author for a free webinar on Thursday, July 25. Click here to for more information and to register. Let’s begin with where we are. It all begins in our...

How to navigate workplace conflict

Want to learn more on this topic? We've partnered with the author to present a free webinar on July 11. Click here for details and to register. When I bring up the idea of conflict, what is your reaction? Do...

Joining a board of directors: What new directors should expect

Want to learn more about what joining a board of directors is all about? We've partnered with the author for a free webinar on June 20, where we'll explore the role of the board and what a new director can...

Creating a culture of wellness at your nonprofit: Advice from this year’s Employee Recommended Workplace Awards winners

“Many people want to work for organizations whose mission they love and support,” an HR consultant once told me, “but they really ought to be looking for those that offer a superior human resources experience.” This is especially true in...