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Nonprofit leadership is incredibly rewarding, but it's not without its daily hurdles and obstacles. The challenges inherent in getting things done are well understood—limited resources, competing priorities, and the weight of the mission. As nonprofit leaders, we must find innovative solutions, build strong coalitions, and inspire others to rise to the occasion. Our deep sense of purpose informs our decisions and drives our actions, enabling us to affect positive change in our communities. We can transform lives when our passion and dedication unite our teams, volunteers, and supporters as a unified force in our mission. Each act of compassion and successful program is a testament to the power of our collective contributions. Let's continue to lead with purpose and inspire hope to make a lasting difference in the world. #NonprofitLeadership #PurposeDriven #SocialImpact #CommunityChange

Encouraged by Devonta V. White, I plan to post each week on Thursdays to share insights from my upcoming book, "Nonprofit Leadership: A Practical Guide to Sustainable Growth." Through my coaching conversations with nonprofit CEO clients and various interviews for the book, I've realized that many leaders find their roles to be isolating. It’s often difficult and inadvisable to discuss personal or professional concerns with staff, and having candid conversations with Board members can carry its own set of risks. One effective strategy is to connect with fellow nonprofit CEOs. Perhaps this is someone you met at a conference or someone you deliberately reach out to who leads a nearby agency. Try to meet for coffee once a month. This provides an opportunity for each of you to share challenges and amusing anecdotes. You’ll likely find that you have more in common than you thought. Creating your own small cohort of nonprofit leaders can help alleviate the loneliness of the job and provide a judgment-free sounding board for the issues you encounter. #nonprofitleadership #community #thoughtfulthursdays

Happening THIS WEEK! You're Invited to an upcoming free LIVE webinar! Volunteer Engagement Leaders: Uncomfortable Truths to Understand When Self-Advocating featuring Jessica Pang-Parks, CVA Thursday, January 16th 12:00-1:00 PM EST In this free LIVE webinar for volunteer leaders, we will: ✅ Examine how our work is influenced by frameworks entrenched in our sector's organizing frameworks (e.g. patriarchy, white supremacy) ✅ Challenge ways of thinking that may make you uncomfortable and learn how self-advocacy at work goes deeper than speaking up ✅ Discuss inter-department hierarchies and the invisible work we do as volunteer engagement professionals that often is not recognized or appreciated All registrants will receive a recording of the presentation AND bonus resources! Join in on the Volunteer Leadership conversation - Register Here: https://hubs.li/Q030J2390 #volunteermanagement #volunteermanager #volunteerleader #nonprofit #volunteerleader #volunteerleaders #volunteerleadership #nonprofitorganization #philanthropy #nonprofitmanagement #nonprofittechnology #nonprofittech #volunteermanagementtechnology #volunteermanagementtech #volunteermanagementsoftware #nonprofitsoftware #nonprofitconsulting #nonprofitwebinar

365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons #165 In today’s complex and dynamic environment, nonprofit leaders must be innovative thinkers, which encompasses the ability to approach challenges with fresh perspectives, develop creative and effective solutions, and foster a culture that encourages experimentation and novel ideas. Share your reactions, experience, and expertise. Please comment on this post. Looking to enhance and elevate your own leadership journey? Fulcrum is your lever for growth. Apply to join today at fulcrumleader.com/apply. Fulcrum Nonprofit Leadership (Fulcrum) is an exclusive membership organization for senior nonprofit leaders. Fulcrum is for broad-minded leaders that value peer connections and lifelong learning. If you’d like to learn more or join, visit our website at www.fulcrumleader.com or reach out to us via email at hello@fulcrumleader.com. Follow Fulcrum Nonprofit Leadership now to receive your daily nonprofit leadership truths and more. #servantleadership #servantleader #Fulcrumleader #nonprofitleader #nonprofitleaders #nonprofitleadership #leadership #nonprofit #nonprofits #thirdsector #nonprofitsector #NPL #NPLCommunity Christopher "Chris" Looney Mansi Chokshi

365 Nonprofit Leadership Lessons #159 The presentation and debate of new ideas, both good and bad, cannot be avoided during Board meetings. Building consensus toward approval of the best ideas and the effective maneuvering away from the impractical, unwise, off-mission, and sometimes even illegal ideas is required of nonprofit leaders. Looking to enhance and elevate your own leadership journey? Fulcrum is your lever for growth. Apply to join today at fulcrumleader.com/apply. Fulcrum Nonprofit Leadership (Fulcrum) is an exclusive membership organization for senior nonprofit leaders. Fulcrum is for broad-minded leaders that value peer connections and lifelong learning. If you’d like to learn more or join, visit our website at www.fulcrumleader.com or reach out to us via email at hello@fulcrumleader.com. Follow Fulcrum Nonprofit Leadership now to receive your daily nonprofit leadership truths and more. #servantleadership #servantleader #Fulcrumleader #nonprofitleader #nonprofitleaders #nonprofitleadership #leadership #nonprofit #nonprofits #thirdsector #nonprofitsector #NPL #NPLCommunity Christopher "Chris" Looney Mansi Chokshi

This book (and if you are in a time crunch, the takeaways below) is great for students of nonprofit leadership as well as active professionals!

If you're a nonprofit executive director/CEO, this is for you! Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of your role? You're not alone. The Nonprofit Leadership Circle (NLC) is here to help. An executive director I know was struggling with stress and considering resignation. Through the support and strategies shared within our group, she found the strength to stay and thrive in her role. This is just one of many success stories from my 18 years of facilitating small groups of nonprofit executives. The NLC is a safe, supportive space where you can share your challenges, gain insights from peers, and find renewed energy for your work. Our membership is renewing on July 19th, and there are only a few spots left. Join us and experience the benefits of being part of a dedicated group of peers who understand your unique challenges. If you’re interested, just email me – mary@hilandconsulting.org - or dm me here. Let's thrive together! (Link to learn more in the comments below) #NonprofitLeadership #ExecutiveDirectors #SupportNetwork #LeadershipCircle #NonprofitCommunity

On the August 1 Let's Talk Equity call: The Building Movement Project's new report, The Push and Pull: Declining Interest in Nonprofit Leadership highlights the reasons nonprofit leaders are increasingly turning away from top leadership roles despite receiving more support. Mercedes Brown, Director of Race Equity Assessment with the Building Movement Project will discuss key findings and trends included in the report, and spotlight the unique challenges faced by BIPOC staff. Join us to learn how we can better support and motivate aspiring leaders in the nonprofit sector. Register: https://bit.ly/3W25hZT

The entire team at DickersonBakker is excited to invite you to participate in the 2024 Nonprofit Leaders Survey (NPLS)! Each year, we focus the Nonprofit Leader Study on a theme that is highly relevant to the nonprofit sector. Last year’s survey revealed a strong call for change in key areas such as fundraising strategy, leadership, metrics, and measurement. However, despite this demand, many donor-supported organizations have yet to see this change materialize. This year, we aim to understand the reasons behind this lack of change. Our goal is to explore how you and your teams initiate, manage, and integrate changes into your services and mission. Your participation in this survey, which will take about ten minutes, is crucial. Your contribution will help shape our understanding of change management in the nonprofit sector, allowing all of us to learn and grow - and to increase mission impact. Link to the survey can be found in the comments! #DickersonBakker #nonprofitleaders #NPLS #2024 #abetterway

The entire team at DickersonBakker is excited to invite you to participate in the 2024 Nonprofit Leaders Survey (NPLS)! Each year, we focus the Nonprofit Leader Study on a theme that is highly relevant to the nonprofit sector. Last year’s survey revealed a strong call for change in key areas such as fundraising strategy, leadership, metrics, and measurement. However, despite this demand, many donor-supported organizations have yet to see this change materialize. This year, we aim to understand the reasons behind this lack of change. Our goal is to explore how you and your teams initiate, manage, and integrate changes into your services and mission. Your participation in this survey, which will take about ten minutes, is crucial. Your contribution will help shape our understanding of change management in the nonprofit sector, allowing all of us to learn and grow - and to increase mission impact. Link to the survey can be found in the comments! #DickersonBakker #nonprofitleaders #NPLS #2024 #abetterway