A reader with a less-than-satisfactory performance review gets some advice from our Career Q&A columnist.
Returning to work after a leave can be a daunting process. CharityVillage® spoke to four people who have been through it to find out what they learned and what advice they’d offer to people who are getting back to ‘the grind’ after a leave of absence.
Many organizations are understandably nervous about providing references for staff – especially if they have something negative to say. Find out how to properly handle references in this article.
For the typically cash-strapped nonprofit, a staff retreat can seem like a luxury, reserved for private companies with revenue to spare. But organizing a staff retreat on a budget is not only feasible, some executive directors argue it’s a necessary and integral component of long-term strategic planning.
Volunteers and staff have all experienced a wayward member who is considered the loose cannon in the organization, known for wreaking havoc on boards and committees. By not addressing the issues caused by this person, you may be putting your organization at risk.
Creating a great job posting is one of the first steps in a successful hiring process. A well-crafted job ad will not only attract the right quality of candidates for the job, but will also increase the likelihood that applicants will be a good fit with your organization’s culture and values, making selecting the right candidate that much easier for you.
For a long time now, the adopted viewpoint in the nonprofit sector is that volunteering is the best route to a job. Anecdotal evidence affirms the truth in that statement. But how does that overarching goal fall in line with organizational objectives? Is it helpful or detrimental?
Good mentorship program design and matching is crucial to the effectiveness of mentorship relationships. Not only does good design lead to good outcomes, bad design can lead to worse outcomes than not having a mentorship program at all.
How to ask the right questions at the end of a job interview.
HR Q&A: Workplace wellness and emotional intelligence.
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