31 Local Nonprofit Professionals Selected for Emerging Leadership Program

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Although a growing body of research shows that inexperienced and unprepared first-time managers can be costly for organizations, many individual contributors continue to be promoted into management roles without the proper training, mentoring and support. A new manager recently shared this with us as he takes on a new role: “It is the first time […]

Albert M. Rejouis Joins Nonprofit Leadership Center Team

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Stay ready, so you don’t have to get ready.  That is Albert Rejouis’ mantra, as he believes preparation is what separates the best from the rest. We are pleased to share that Albert M. Rejouis has joined the Nonprofit Leadership Center team as our new administrative assistant. In this vital support role, Albert will provide […]

Meet Patrick Arthur Jackson, the 2024 Nonprofit Leadership Conference Emcee

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The Nonprofit Leadership Center will bring nearly 1,000 nonprofit and community leaders together for a day of collaboration, conversation and education at the 2024 Nonprofit Leadership Conference: It Starts With Us on October 8. Emceeing this year’s event is actor, community connector and arts leader Patrick Arthur Jackson. Patrick is the manager of education, outreach and programming at the […]

23 Leaders Selected for 2024 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship

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1 in 3. That’s about how many nonprofits have no members of color on their boards (BoardSource). Yet, diverse boards are essential to strengthen nonprofits and communities. They bring broader perspectives and lived experiences, can plan and address emerging problems more effectively, and possess an expanded donor network. So, what can be done to solve […]

The Secret to Stopping Overwhelm in the Workplace

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Nonprofit work environments are fast-paced and somewhat chaotic at times. However, working longer, faster, and harder is no longer the answer to enhancing productivity or improving overall performance. Organizations are hitting a proverbial wall with this approach, as it too often results in many working slower, shorter and less satisfied. “Today, there is a growing […]

Effective Strategies to Attract and Retain Top Nonprofit Talent

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Although nonprofit jobs comprise about 10% of the American workforce, nonprofits are experiencing a workforce crisis. In the most recent Nonprofit Workforce Survey conducted by the National Council of Nonprofits, nearly 3 in 4 nonprofits reported job vacancies (exceeding pre-COVID levels), primarily due to salary competition, budget constraints/insufficient funds and burnout. So how can nonprofits compete […]

Communicating With Confidence: 5 Tips to Communicate With Groups Effectively

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According to research from the Project Management Institute, the biggest predictor of a project’s success — or failure — is communication. Their report found that project managers should spend 90% of their time on communications to ensure a project’s success, and up to 56% of revenue could be lost due to poor communication. So, how […]

One of the Most Important Leadership Qualities That’s Often Overlooked

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When you think about all the traits that make leaders successful, there’s one that is often overlooked: positivity. In today’s complex business environment, great leaders prioritize positivity and authenticity. But what is positive leadership and why should you focus on it? Positive leaders provide the guidance and resources necessary for their team members to do […]

The Strategic Imperative of Well-Being: A Guide for Organizational Success

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The relationship between well-being and performance in the workplace has emerged as a critical factor in driving organizational success. A groundbreaking study by Dr. Jan-Emmanuel De Neve and his team from the University of Oxford and Harvard reveals a compelling association between employee well-being and profitability. As a result, workplace well-being has become a focal point in […]