A new administration is on the horizon, and with it comes a sea of political, financial, and cultural shifts. So how do you make sure your board doesn't get lost at sea? This episode is all about equipping your board members to be well-informed partners in advocacy and strategic decision-making. We'll share strategies to help your board understand the potential implications of a new administration, so you're not caught off guard when the legislative winds change. We're chatting with Diane Yentel of National Council of Nonprofits, Jim White of Nonprofit Association of Oregon, and Nonoko Sato of Minnesota Council of Nonprofits about the tools and knowledge you need to keep your board ahead of the curve and out of the deep end.

Ever feel like your nonprofit is a runaway train heading for a cliff, and you’re just holding on for dear life? We get it. Change is hard, especially when you're trying to get a whole board of directors on the same page. In this first episode of our special series, we're giving you a guide to navigate those tricky transitions using Kotter's 8-Step Process. Think of it as a roadmap to get everyone to agree on a direction before you hit the brakes. We're joined by some of the best minds in the business: Diane Yentel of National Council of Nonprofits, Danielle Dunbar of Alabama Association of Nonprofits, and Sheila Bravo of Delaware Alliance of Nonprofit Advancement. They'll share how to implement these steps to avoid a full-on derailment and ensure your organization successfully adapts and thrives.

Tired of tiptoeing around your boss or dreading feedback sessions? Join us for a hilarious and insightful discussion on the art of giving and receiving feedback in the nonprofit world. Our expert guests, Elle Benson and Noah Spiegel, will share their secrets for transforming feedback sessions from awkward encounters into productive conversations. Learn how to deliver constructive criticism without sounding like a know-it-all, embrace feedback as a gift (even if it's wrapped in a slightly awkward bow), and avoid common feedback faux pas like taking things personally or throwing a tantrum. Whether you're a seasoned nonprofit pro or a newbie looking to level up your feedback game, tune in to this episode for tips, tricks, and a whole lot of laughs. Because let's face it, feedback doesn't have to be painful. It can actually be kind of fun!