The interim executive: More than just a placeholder

Ever wondered what it would be like to go from being an armchair executive to the role of executive director or CEO of a major (or minor) organization for a limited time?

Five strategies for improving workplace retention

Five top strategies for keeping employees happy.

Succession Planning: When the founding ED moves on

Founders of organizations are typically charismatic and driven individuals who inspire others to get involved. As a result of their commitment, a fledgling idea turns into a full-fledged reality. Then the day comes when the founder announces it’s time for them to move on…

Career Q&A: Job searching while still employed

Our Career Q&A columnist outlines how to successfully manage the tricky task of job searching while still employed at a full-time job.

Human Resources Q&A: Who reports to the board?

Is it a new best practice for a fundraising director to bypass the ED and report directly to the board?

Career Q&A: Balancing your career and a new baby

Having just returned from maternity leave, a reader wonders how to balance her career and the needs of her new baby.

Should I stay or should I go?

Jean Crawford, President of crawfordconnect lists the tough questions you should be asking about your career.

Canada’s voluntary sector: Grooming from within and without

Late last year, Imagine Canada released the report Leadership Perspectives: Interviews with leaders of Canada’s charities and nonprofit organizations.

Human Resources Q&A: Engaging employees of any generation

Outlines keys to employee engagement that cut across all generations.

Effective relationships between staff and volunteers

This article lists tips for encouraging good relationships between staff and volunteers.