The art and science of setting objectives

How to set achievable, realistic and effective goals for a nonprofit organization.

Project evaluation: Measurements of success

There are many, many methodologies for evaluating projects. A helpful tip is to realize that almost all of these resources will fall into one of three types.

A framework for personal and organizational success

A framework to help manage the process of implementing your strategic plan and linking it to the day-to-day work of your staff.

Not another “me-too” strategic plan

How to overcome the problem of uniformity and customize a strategic plan.

The ups and downs of offering and accepting pro bono work

We’ve come to think of pro bono as a synonym for “free” or “no charge”, but it actually means “for the public good”. That’s an important distinction.

Planning for the unexpected: Managing project risks

Many concepts presented here build on a previous article by the same author. Read Bad things that can happen to good people: Identifying project risks for some more background.

Capacity building in the not-for-profit sector

Understanding the key determinants of successful capacity building.

The map to success: Developing a project plan

After understanding why you are doing the project and what the project is going to create, the project plan is one of the most important pieces of documentation.

Keeping your strategy vital

Signs of strategic fatigue and how to overcome this setback.

Scenario planning: A key to better understanding strategic risks

How to develop alternative possible strategies when creating a strategic plan.