Non-profit Leadership’s Post

Nonprofits are a journey, much like an adventure towards a better world. As we embark on this journey, it's important to remember that the destination is not the only thing that matters. The people we serve along the way and the impact we create make the journey worthwhile. Just like driving towards a destination, we must navigate the challenges and obstacles with care and attention to reach our goal of making a positive impact. So, let's continue to work towards our mission passionately, embrace the inevitable ups and downs, and enjoy the journey with the people we might. Read more in my latest substack.

Unlock the full potential of your nonprofit board! Dive into Orr Group’s latest article which explores how engaged, collaborative, and passionate boards can shape your organization's direction, strategy, and financial health. Read more for insights on transforming your board.

🌟 Elevating Nonprofit Impact: 7 Strategies for Success 🌟 Nonprofits are the heart of societal change, but achieving impactful goals requires strategic finesse. Discover seven proven strategies that empower nonprofits to thrive. From setting SMART goals to measuring outcomes, these steps lay the foundation for success. 🎯 Tailored metrics, financial transparency, and industry benchmarks keep nonprofits on track. But the real game-changer? Articence's web tracking feature. 🚀 Unleash the power of data-driven insights to optimize online presence, engage stakeholders, and amplify your mission's reach. 🤝 Join us in embracing these timeless strategies and leveraging Articence to make a lasting difference. Let's reshape the future together! 💪 #nonprofitimpact #strategicplanning #datadrivenimpact #ArticenceAdvantage https://lnkd.in/d3JBEeYz

When I first started managing people, I didn’t like it and didn’t feel like I had the support I needed to succeed. I didn’t understand the core of what managing a team was, despite official manager trainings. Thanks to coaching and mentoring, I now pride myself in being an effective and authentic manager who focuses on building trust and high performing teams. Read a few of the steps I take with my teams in this article:

🌟 Elevating Nonprofit Impact: 7 Strategies for Success 🌟 Nonprofits are the heart of societal change, but achieving impactful goals requires strategic finesse. Discover seven proven strategies that empower nonprofits to thrive. From setting SMART goals to measuring outcomes, these steps lay the foundation for success. 🎯 Tailored metrics, financial transparency, and industry benchmarks keep nonprofits on track. But the real game-changer? Articence's web tracking feature. 🚀 Unleash the power of data-driven insights to optimize online presence, engage stakeholders, and amplify your mission's reach. 🤝 Join us in embracing these timeless strategies and leveraging Articence to make a lasting difference. Let's reshape the future together! 💪 #NonprofitImpact #StrategicPlanning #DataDrivenImpact #ArticenceAdvantage

A strong nonprofit strategic plan ensures your projects align with your larger values and mission, engage your community of stakeholders, and make the most of limited resources. Check out our blog for tips on starting your strategic plan: https://lnkd.in/eNUuwr36

🌟 Check out our joint blog post with Listen4Good co-written by Megan Campbell! The blog discusses how to gather quality feedback as a nonprofit with a series of tips and strategies. Read here: https://lnkd.in/e7N3N_xF

The truth behind why nonprofit organizations are finding 𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 to be challenging 🥴. It really isn't about how comfortable you are asking for money but how your nonprofit is structured. Nonprofits are often seen as mission-driven organizations, separate from profit-chasing businesses. 𝘽𝙪𝙩 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚'𝙨 𝙖 𝙩𝙬𝙞𝙨𝙩: the most successful nonprofits run exactly like cutting-edge businesses. 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗯𝘂𝗻𝗸 𝗮 𝗺𝘆𝘁𝗵: Running a nonprofit does NOT mean putting financial acumen on the back burner. In fact, it's quite the opposite. The most impactful nonprofits understand that financial health is crucial to sustainability and achieving their mission. Think about it. Both types of businesses aim to maximize their resources. 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙞𝙩 businesses, it's about profit. For 𝙣𝙤𝙣𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙞𝙩 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨, it's about impact. The common denominator? 𝘌𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴. Incorporating business strategies such as robust financial planning, marketing, and strategic partnerships can catapult a nonprofit's mission from aspiration to reality. It's about leveraging the best of both worlds. Imagine a nonprofit with the heart for its cause and the brain of a Fortune 500 CEO. ➡️ That's where magic happens. ➡️ That's where missions are not just dreamt but achieved. So, whether you're leading a nonprofit or considering starting one, ask yourself: 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘭𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘶𝘦𝘭 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯? Let's start a conversation on how we can bring business acumen into the nonprofit sector to create a world where missions are not just visions but realities. My 8-week 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 program is now open. This program will cover organizational structure, compliance processes, development of training programs, and resource management. 𝟯 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻, DM the word 'GROWTH' to get started.

A recent Forbes article shares insights from me and other Forbes Nonprofit Council members on creating an executive team that is aligned with your organization's core values. Read to discover essential strategies for building a purpose-driven executive team that can steer your nonprofit toward success. #recfoundation