Are you starting next year with a plan or just a list of to-dos? In this episode, I break down why focusing on outcomes—not just activities—can transform your organization’s strategy and impact. Too often, nonprofit leaders get stuck i...

In this episode, I’m diving deep into why individual giving programs are essential for nonprofit organizations—especially those with budgets under $2M. Drawing from my own experience weathering the 2008 recession, I’ll share why individual dono...

As nonprofit leaders, we often equate growth with bigger numbers—serving more people, running more programs, or expanding reach. But is that truly the story of impact your organization wants to tell? In this quick episode, I explore why growth ...

As we wrap up the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect and prepare for a successful 2025. In this episode, I share five key questions to guide your annual fundraising planning. These aren’t just surface-level prompts—they’re designed to help ...

In this episode, I share 10 crucial questions that every nonprofit leader should ask to make sure that your organization is set up for resilience, clarity, and impact in the year ahead. The questions in this checklist focus on aligning your goa...

In this audio workshop, I pull back the curtain on the core elements that successful 7-figure nonprofits consistently point to as the reason they were able to grow to and sustain 7-figures - without burning out!By the end of th...

We’ve all felt the frustration of having too much to do and not enough time to do it. As nonprofit leaders, this overwhelm can keep us from focusing on high-impact work. In this episode, I introduce the Focus Filter Framework—a straigh...

At some point in your nonprofit's growth, you’ll realize that the team that got you this far might not be the one to take you to the next level. In this episode, I walk you through the crucial steps to move from the team you have to the team yo...

One of the biggest challenges growing nonprofits face is plateauing—doing all the right things but not breaking through to the next level of impact and funding. In this episode, I talk about the core reason behind this: a lack of strategic alig...

In this special episode, I join Rhea Wong on her podcast to talk about the wild ride that is being a nonprofit Executive Director. We talk about how strange 2024 has been, what to do when the fear of failure - or actual failure - stops you in y...

In this episode, I explore the concept of generative governance and why it’s a game-changer for nonprofit boards looking to enhance their strategic role. Too often, boards get stuck in the weeds, focusing on operational details rather than long...

In this episode, I tackle a common but risky misconception: the idea that nonprofits can simply replicate the success of other organizations by copying their strategies. The reality is that applying the same tactics from a $2M organization to a...

This conversation is with Ana Polanco, international ancestral coach and cultural facilitator. This month I’m doing a mini-series called Lessons from COVID that are still relevant today. Pulling together collections of conversati...

These conversations were with George Suttles, Executive Director of Commonfund Institute at Commonfund. This month I’m doing a mini-series called Lessons from COVID that are still relevant today. Pulling together collections of c...

These conversations are with Kemi Ilesanmi, former ED of The Laundromat Project, and founder and Principal at KGI Projects. This month I’m doing a mini-series called Lessons from COVID that are still relevant today. Pulling toget...

This month I’m doing a mini-series called Lessons from COVID that are still relevant today. Pulling together collections of conversations that I had with sector leaders called the Next Normal. We were deep in the days of COVID, and heading into...

In this episode, I'm diving into the often overlooked but critical elements of effective leadership: bravery and grace. While I usually focus on the skills and strategies for launching and scaling high-impact nonprofits, today I'm shedding ligh...

In this episode, I dive into the essentials of creating a high-impact strategic plan for your nonprofit. Last week, we explored the importance of a well-structured planning process and clarity about your end goal. This week, we focus on the con...

In this episode, I demystify the strategic planning process for nonprofit leaders. Facilitating your own strategic plan doesn't have to be daunting or time-consuming. With the right structure, you can create a plan that not only guides your org...

What you do in July, August, and September lays the foundation for the kind of year-end you're going to have. In this episode, 4 nonprofit experts share their advice about what you can do to make this summer a success. Listen in as ...

Summer is officially here -- are you starting to have that sinking feeling that you're falling behind?Did “January-You” make exciting and bold plans for 2024 but “Mid-Year You” is nowhere near achieving them?I see you 👀And ...

 In this episode, I break down how to get the opportunity to speak at a conference to do double duty as a cultivation vehicle also! By focusing on pre-event preparation, engaging interactions during the event, and personalized post-event f...

In today’s episode, I conclude our mini-series on donor cultivation by exploring the crucial fourth dimension: trust. If you missed the earlier episodes, I highly recommend starting there for a comprehensive understanding. Today, we'll discuss ...

In this episode, I delve into the third dimension of donor cultivation: affinity. Understanding and nurturing potential donors' affinity for your mission is crucial for building lasting relationships. If you missed the first two episodes, I rec...

 In today’s episode, I continue our mini-series on donor cultivation, focusing on how nonprofit leaders can build meaningful relationships with potential donors by deepening their understanding. We dive into the second dimension of donor c...