I know you have a long list of “to-dos” that never seems to end. I can also guess that on that list, somewhere towards the end (and seemingly never moving) is to create a Case for Support for your organization....
This article is the fifth in a series. Read the first, second, third and fourth articles. One of the most memorable lessons I learned about engagement was during my time in business school when my professor shared with us the...
Guess what - the next generation of workers are not millennials! We’re so past the conversation of millennials in the workplace and now is the time to think about how you’re hiring and engaging the next generation. This new generation...
Want to learn more practical hiring strategies? Check out the webinar presented by the author. Click here for more details. At some point (more often than most wish), nonprofit managers/directors become hiring managers for vacant roles. If you don’t have...
Are you introverted or extroverted? It can sometimes look like the modern work environment is created for extroverts and if you're introverted, it can feel draining or even exclusionary. Today’s podcast guest, Trina Isakson, spent years working in our sector...
In today’s changing environment, organizations are innovating at a rapid pace in order to remain or become competitive in recruiting top talent. The nonprofit community works extremely hard, with limited resources and now it’s your time to show all of...
How do you create a thriving nonprofit career while parenting young children at home? And what can nonprofit organizations and employers do to help support parents, as well as others who are caregiving in different capacities? In today's episode, we're...
It’s no surprise that resistance and lack of buy-in can be major obstacles to successful diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) implementation. I commonly work with organizations that are struggling with this very issue. A typical case has staff outwardly supporting...
Is it really worth having interns and students? Sometimes it can feel hit or miss making it feel like you're adding to your workload instead of having a great mentorship experience. In this episode, we're speaking with Peter and Catherine...
Your organizational culture is the sum total of your shared beliefs, values, and practices – in short, the unique environment of your organization, or what makes your organization stand out! Culture is a hot topic in people management and building...