Governance Q&A: Succession planning

Steps to take when developing a executive director succession plan.

Career Q&A: Should I go back to school?

Is pursuing a MBA right for your career? Our career expert advises a reader who is feeling unhappy and unmotivated in their current position.

The evolving role of a volunteer resources specialist

The need for a more structured volunteer environment appears evident. Charitable organizations are taking a much more business-like approach toward their volunteers – enter the volunteer resources specialist.

Pygmalion in the workplace

The self-fullfilling “Pygmalion” effect in the workplace.

Human Resources Q&A: Mentoring, coaching, trainining and development

This article clarifies what is meant by the terms mentoring, coaching, training, development and counselling.

Lessons learned in a nonprofit world: Learning through the experiences of others (Part II)

An interview with Elizabeth Lengyel, a career coach and advisor from PeopleCoach Inc. About how to cope with personal change.

Making the nonprofit leap: What you need to know

When transitioning from the corporate to the nonprofit world, keep these tips in mind.

Attending conferences: Tips for success

Steps to make attending a conference positive and rewarding.

Career Q&A: Office affairs

How to handle the awkwardness of an office romance gone wrong.

The virtues of going virtual

The benefits and challenges of running a virtual office.