This month, we're thinking about thanks... especially for those who support nonprofits in their important work. It's time to think outside the box about stewardship.
This month, we're thinking about thanks... especially for those who support nonprofits in their important work. It's time to think outside the box about stewardship.
Topics: Volunteer Development, Volunteer Appreciation, Stewardship, Volunteers, Relationship Building, Communication, Nonprofit, community
Leaders of non-profit organizations across the country have faced tough questions about how to successfully navigate disrupted plans and services due to Covid-19. How do you lead with confidence in times of uncertainty? How do you support your team, reconnect with your "why", and move boldly towards positive change and opportunity?
In the Fall Forward DBD Podcast series, Jon Simons interviews leaders about how they were able to innovate and serve their community during the pandemic.
In the third and final part of the series, Jon Simons interviews founder and DBD Group President Bruce Berglund.
In this twenty-one minute episode, Bruce gives insights into how he was able to stay connected and provide unwavering service to clientele in midst of a crisis, move with confidence despite the uncertainty of the times, and support his team.
Topics: Nonprofit Leadership, Podcast, Feasibility, Nonprofit Staff, Big L Leadership, DBD Axiom, The Dip, Nonprofit, community, Covid
The pandemic has made strategic planning a challenging prospect for organizations across the country. Many teams have had to revisit their mission, vision, or even their values. Pre-Covid plans no longer fit the times and leaders have had to take a fresh look at community needs. Given the current landscape, how do we "fall forward" with purpose and planning?
In part two of the Fall Forward DBD Podcast series, Jon Simons interviews executive coach and fellow DBD Group partner Kellie Wardman about strategic thinking and planning for the modern era.
In this seventeen minute episode, Kellie shares insights about how leaders and teams can get unstuck and take new, energized approaches to thinking and planning for the future.
Topics: Strategy, Podcast, Planning, Big L Leadership, Nonprofit, Preparation, community, Covid
2022 is right around the corner! As we enter the fourth quarter and begin to wrap up a challenging year, it’s an opportune time to look forward. Following are five things to consider as you think about strategic thinking and planning in this new era.
Topics: Goal Setting, Mission, Strategy, Planning, Nonprofit Staff, Fundraising Campaign, Nonprofit, Collaboration, Preparation, community, Covid
By Jim Mellor and Brian Keel
The board of directors is an essential component of nonprofit leadership. We seek boards that are engaged, embrace their roles and responsibilities, are committed to transparency, and value both short- and long-term planning.
Rules vary from state to state, but every board has significant legal and ethical duties that it cannot delegate to others including legal, management, program, and financial oversight. Beyond the board there may be committees that further assist the organization. Committees have representation from the Board but are also an opportunity to engage other community volunteers to serve, especially if these members have subject matter expertise.
Topics: Volunteer Leadership, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Communication, Nonprofit Leadership, Strategy, Nonprofit Staff, community
A long-time executive coach once told me that the most powerful questions are ones that can be understood by a kindergartner.
Topics: Leadership, Ask, Nonprofit Leadership, Listening, Communication, Ideas, community
As your organization prepares for an executive search, an important consideration is how to engage community stakeholders (along with board and staff) in the process.
Why engage community stakeholders? This group can provide an external perspective on how the community views your organization, as well as challenges and opportunities facing the community. Board members and staff are typically focused on internal priorities, while this group applies an outward-facing lens.
Topics: Leadership, Nonprofit Leadership, Hiring, community, CEO Search, executive search
In our work with nonprofits, faith-based organizations and other causes, we often find ourselves talking about “community.” We are looking to strengthen community. We are seeking support from the community. We are reaching out into the community with our programs or ministries.
Topics: community
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People who execute them are priceless.”
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