Working with staff and volunteers

Three ideas to improve volunteer and staff relationships.

Governance Q&A: The underperforming virtual employee

What to do when a virtual, part-time employee isn’t performing and whether termination via email is ethical.

Five key elements of the succession planning process

Succession planning is not about replacing an existing employee. The purpose is to prepare the organization and develop its "bench strength" for future organizational requirements. There are five elements to managing a succession process.

Five ways to be indispensable at work

What are some common characteristics, traits, and practices that an employer may look for? How can someone "stand out from the crowd" at work?

Career Q&A: Ten resolutions for 2010

Follow these ten resolutions for a successful career.

Human Resources Q&A: Treading water makes for unhappy employees

Managers who face tough conditions that require tough decisions need to summon up some courage.

The diversity challenge

Moving from diversity to inclusion in the workplace by removing barriers to full participation.

Succession Planning: A foundation for nonprofits

Succession planning is a process, and to be successful the organization’s chief staff officer and board leadership must prepare for succession planning before starting the actual process – this involves considering four key factors.

Are you hiring an employee or an independent contractor?

Controlling costs and staying flexible for nonprofits in challenging times.

Career Q&A: Relocating for a new job

Before you relocate for a new job, read this article to be sure you're making the right move.