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Always a great time to get a quick refresher on Capacity Planning practices. Check out our newest blog in which we talk about the importance of Capacity Planning in the nonprofit sector. 😎 https://lnkd.in/guGgcexw

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As we know, nonprofits are an essential part of the social fabric of our nation. But it's not easy running one. And it's incredibly challenging to increase impact and engagement at a time of so much noise. One great way to cut through the noise is to build a solid organizational culture with your team. The fact is that nonprofits have a lot going on with their missions, programs and, of course, getting donors to give to their causes. But a vital ingredient for the secret sauce is teamwork, and you get the best of your squad by building a great organizational culture. While everyone has a job to do, making strides to foster a vibrant and impactful team culture can help get your organization on the map. https://lnkd.in/g2T9w6Ja

Creating a positive work culture is essential for nonprofit organizations. In this blog, we discuss how you can empower your team for greater success. #WorkCulture #NonprofitManagement

🌟 5 Places Where Your Strategy Belongs Strategies that end up sitting “on a shelf” are tragically common for nonprofits. They’re not doing any good hidden from view. So what’s the alternative? As a nonprofit leader, it’s almost always a good time to talk strategy. Why? Apart from learning about what’s most important to others, either your strategy is the most important thing to discuss, or your strategy is missing the most important things. Grounding stakeholder conversations in strategy: ✅ reinforces its importance, ✅ creates alignment across disparate efforts, and ✅ invites feedback to adapt your plans when necessary. Here are practical ways to communicate your strategy with five types of stakeholders: ⭐ The Board Since your board has ultimate responsibility for setting and overseeing strategic direction, strategy drives every meeting agenda. If something on the agenda doesn’t clearly tie to strategy, is it truly relevant? Or does it point to a need for your strategy to change? ⭐Funders Magic happens when funders’ aims and your strategic goals align. First seek to understand funders’ objectives, and then explore intersections with your strategic direction. Don’t abandon your vision to chase funding opportunities with poor alignment! ⭐Partners Look for partners with shared values and complementary visions and missions. Your goals and plans will point to opportunities, as well as practical limitations, to work together. ⭐Staff and volunteers Motivate staff and volunteers by demonstrating how their work supports a larger mission and strategy. For staff, go further: ensure performance goals align with strategic goals. Strategy is about doing things differently, not doing additional things on top of everyone’s “day job.” ⭐Community Build support and advocacy for your mission by showcasing the direction you’re going and pathways for community involvement. Publicly committing to your strategic aims also bolster accountability. More universally, create “mission moments” – opportunities to work directly in the mission or hear from those who benefit from it – to remind stakeholders of your shared “why.”   👉 Using your strategy as a communications tool in stakeholder conversations will foster greater alignment and lasting mission impact! ----- 📢 Come see my workshop, "3 Keys to Making Strategy Matter," at the NH Nonprofit Conference and Expo on May 16th! 👋 I facilitate strategic planning for nonprofits and coach leaders to put people first to make their strategies matter. Read the original article or subscribe at https://lnkd.in/ekVdaYKV

Feedback can help your improve services, support organizational change initiatives, and grow your impact. An effective way to get useful data from your community is by using a feedback loop.   Valerie Threlfall, founder and executive director of Listen4Good, and Megan Campbell, senior director of programs and strategy of Feedback Labs, share four tips to help you gather high-quality nonprofit client and community feedback for your nonprofit. 1. Collect data from as many clients as possible: administer surveys using multiple methods (like text, email, and mail), and make sure to explain why you’re gathering the information. 2. Compare your data and look for trends: use external benchmarks or your own organization’s results over time to figure out whether you’re making progress. 3. Bring others into your feedback process: before the survey, invite clients and staff to review questions and reach a larger audience. After the survey, ask staff and clients to help interpret and share the results. 4. Close the client feedback loop: send out a summary email, hold a town hall, or follow up 1-on-1. How do you collect feedback?  

New fan of Nonprofit.ist here! Nonprofit.ist exists to let *YOU* search, compare, and connect with consultants in SIXTEEN different categories through their truly dynamic network of nonprofit experts. I recently joined their network and it's always fun to come up with profile content because it challenges me to effectively share *what I do*, and what sets me apart from others in the field. So ... what DO I do? I provide interim leadership, org health assessments, and workplace transitions support -- all with the Leaving Well ǎpt framework. I help: - organizations take their strategic plan off the shelf, and into implementation mode - create succession planning that results in actionable steps and plans for both planned and unexpected absences for not only executive leadership, but also board of directors and all staff - navigate workplace transitions, whether due to death, retirement, termination, or moving on to another role/org (I specialize in founder transitions), as well as to develop impactful onboarding and offboarding policies and practices for the workplace - assess organizations and deliver practical plans for improvement, specifically for role review and growth strategy - board of directors with onboarding and offboarding, and practical growth strategies that match the needs of the organization - with interim executive leadership needs, whether serving as interim executive director, or to provide guidance and support in a fractional way to someone stepping into that role ----- I have been on all sides of the nonprofit ecosystem - frontline, executive leadership, as a community recipient, and as a funder - and bring that expertise and knowledge to create uniquely effective solutions for my clients. My clients consistently shout out my consistency, kindness, boldness when requiring accountability and commitment from them, as well as knowing what they will need, before they even have the faintest idea. Check out my profile here: https://lnkd.in/eePken32 Join as a free member and start your own search here: https://lnkd.in/e7eUcP9H (*thanks Veronica LaFemina for sharing about Nonprofit.ist! 🧡)

Empowering Nonprofits to Thrive: The Genius Shiksha Advantage In the dynamic landscape of nonprofit organizations, the pursuit of sustainable growth and impactful outcomes often faces numerous challenges. However, amidst these hurdles, there shines a beacon of hope—The Genius Shiksha Advantage. This innovative approach to empowering nonprofits has been heralded as a game-changer, providing a comprehensive suite of tools and resources tailored to the unique needs of these organizations. At the heart of the Genius Shiksha Advantage lies a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in nonprofit management. Recognizing that these organizations operate within constrained budgets and limited resources, Genius Shiksha has curated a range of solutions designed to maximize efficiency and effectiveness. One of the key pillars of the Genius Shiksha Advantage is its robust technology platform. Leveraging cutting-edge software and data analytics, nonprofits can streamline their operations, automate administrative tasks, and gain valuable insights into their impact. Whether it's managing donor relationships, tracking program outcomes, or optimizing fundraising efforts, the Genius Shiksha platform empowers nonprofits to work smarter, not harder. But the Genius Shiksha Advantage goes beyond just technology. Recognizing the importance of capacity-building and skill development, Genius Shiksha offers a range of training and mentorship programs aimed at enhancing the capabilities of nonprofit leaders and staff. From workshops on strategic planning to coaching sessions on fundraising best practices, these initiatives equip nonprofits with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in a competitive environment. Moreover, Genius Shiksha fosters a culture of collaboration and community among nonprofits. Through networking events, peer-to-peer learning opportunities, and collaborative projects, organizations can leverage the collective wisdom and resources of the Genius Shiksha ecosystem to drive greater impact together. In essence, the Genius Shiksha Advantage represents a paradigm shift in how nonprofits approach their work. By combining technological innovation, capacity-building initiatives, and a spirit of collaboration, Genius Shiksha empowers nonprofits to overcome challenges, maximize their potential, and create lasting change in the communities they serve. With the Genius Shiksha Advantage, the future of nonprofit excellence has never looked brighter. #GeniusShiksha  #HarmonicLearning  #UnlockPotential  #PersonalizedEducation  #HolisticGrowth  #ResonateLearning  #InnovativePedagogy  #LifeSkillsDevelopment  #TransformativeEducation  #FutureofLearning