Four steps to improving productivity in your nonprofit workday

“Ruthless” is not a word you often hear in the nonprofit sector. Yet, it’s a necessary approach if you want to be productive as a nonprofit professional.  In my upcoming webinar, I’ll be discussing how being more ruthless with your...

Going back to school for a nonprofit program: Pros and cons

Attending post-secondary is a big decision.  Not only does attending school take time, energy, and money, but depending on your field and career, attending post-secondary school does not always equate to career growth, especially in the nonprofit sector.  Therefore, if...

What’s next for 2022? 12 questions to help you get ready for the year ahead

This article was originally published on Big Cheese Coaching's blog and is reprinted with permission. This year’s edition of Big Cheese Coaching's annual “12 Questions” marks my 10th year of sharing this annual reflection guide. Some new questions for the...

Stop setting goals and do something more important first

Every year at this time, my clients tell me about the goals that their companies organizations are working on for the upcoming year and the resolutions that everyone is making.  Goals are important.  They help us connect to our vision, and, if done correctly, they can help us stay...

16 resources to help settlers understand and advance Indigenous reconciliation

This article was originally published on CareerWise – “Your source for career development news and views.” It is the responsibility of every Canadian and every organization to work toward reconciliation. To move toward a better, more equitable future, it is imperative for...

A journey of understanding: Steps on the path of Reconciliation for nonprofits

September 30 - National Day for Truth & Reconciliation The Government of Canada recently passed legislation to make September 30 a federal statutory holiday called the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day is an important step in the...

How to become a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)

Original Broadcast Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021 Summary: Currently, over 1,100 fundraising professionals in Canada are Certified Fund Raising Executives (CFRE). This webinar will show you how to get started with becoming a CFRE so you can begin enjoying the trove of...

Building your skills and career at Canada’s fundraising conference with a heart.

After a year and a half of pandemic disruption, fundraisers are reflecting on their jobs, their careers and looking for professional development that delivers the most value. Join the warm and welcoming WCFCommunity from your favourite place for this year’s...

Design for active learning: Tips for nonprofit facilitators

To start designing for active learning, consider your session as an opportunity for you to share what you know with participants but also a chance for them to share what they know with each other. In active learning environments we...

Studying nonprofit management from age 22 to 23: Here’s what I learned

At age 22 during the COVID-19 pandemic, I enrolled in British Columbia Institute of Technology’s Nonprofit Management Associate Certificate program. 1 year, 8 courses, and a lot of iced coffee later, I graduated! Being a relatively younger professional in the...