Nonprofit Board Leadership: How to do it
OK, you’re on your first nonprofit board, and leadership is on your mind. How do you do it? Well, number one, 1. Show up to the meetings. So many board members don’t realize that leadership is all about showing up. And actually doing the work. 2. Learn about fundraising. If you don’t know anything, admit […]
What’s the outlook for fundraising careers in 2022?
If you are looking to get into fundraising, well, I salute you! I’ve helped lots of people get their first fundraising jobs, as well as helping people move on up in their fundraising careers. I have lots of posts and videos about how to do this. Basically I love helping women ask for more. And […]
She knows how to get a $12K raise: Interview with Elaine Lou Cartas
Are you looking to be more assertive in your work? Elaine Lou Cartas, first generation female fundraiser, helps us see how to be more assertive in asking for a gift, as well as how to have those challenging conversations at work to help you move ahead! Check out this interview with Elaine Lou Cartas and […]
Nonprofit Governance: What’s your flavor?
This Craig David song makes me groove across the dancefloor. Now you know. Fun Fact: I used to live in Korea, and while I was there, I learned about the many flavors ice cream can be in foreign countries. Such as Durian. Red bean. Kimchi. Lychee. Such variety! So have you ever seen a board […]
How many board members should a nonprofit have?
If your nonprofit is new, making a tiny amount of money with events, or has a disengaged board, it might be time to get new board members. How many board members should a nonprofit have? 4? 10? If you look at your nonprofit’s articles of incorporation, you’ll see that you should have no less than […]
How to Deal with Microaggressions in your Nonprofit Workplace
Recently I got a reader question about microaggressions at work. And as employers try to make folks go back to the office as the pandemic rages on, and people don’t want to, this MIGHT have something to do with it. Ok, What are microaggressions? “Psychologist and Columbia University professor Derald Wing Sue defines microaggressions as […]