Tag: Strategic Planning
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The Risk of Playing it Safe: Why Nonprofits Need to Embrace Innovation
Over the next several months, we’ll discuss how small to medium-sized nonprofits with limited funding can stand out in a competitive landscape. This week, we’re focusing on Limited Risk-Taking—because competition is fierce and in a contracting environment, well placed resources are a must. Recently, we talked about High Stakes and how building resilience, diversifying revenue,…
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High Stakes: Breaking the Feast-or-Famine Cycle in Nonprofit Fundraising
Over the next several months, we’ll discuss how small to medium-sized nonprofits with limited funding can stand out in a competitive landscape. This week, we’re focusing on High Stakes—because in the nonprofit world, every grant application and fundraising push can feel like a make-or-break moment. Recently, we talked about Resource Drain and how easy it…
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Resource Drain: Navigating the Growing Chaos
Over the next several months, we’ll discuss how small to medium-sized nonprofits with limited funding can stand out in a competitive landscape. This week, we’re focusing on Resource Drain. Every day a new challenge seems to pop up, and with decreasing budgets, precious little time, and a staff feeling stretched thin, there’s no room for error.…
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How to Build a Strong Track Record for your Nonprofit
Over the next several months, we’ll discuss how small to medium-sized nonprofits with limited funding can stand out in a competitive landscape. This week, we’re focusing on creating a strong Track Record. Even if you’re just getting started, you need to know how to document and iterate your way to a great reputation. Last week, we…
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You Don’t Always Need a Bigger Boat
Over the next several months, we’ll discuss how small to medium-sized nonprofits with limited funding can stand out in a competitive landscape. This week, we’re focusing on creating Economies of Scale. Now, I could spend the next 1000 words talking about technology alone, but there are tons of experts in that field. So, I’d like to…
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Legal Ease
How to simplify nonprofit legal compliance Staying in good legal standing as a nonprofit might seem straightforward, yet it poses a Herculean task for small organizations without a dedicated legal team. Here are some practical strategies to help ensure that your nonprofit maintains the trust and confidence of your supporters. Got questions or need a…
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Board Power
finding the keys to unlocking your nonprofit’s potential In a small nonprofit brimming with dedicated employees, you can indeed accomplish wonders. However, compact teams often face the hurdle of limited specialized skills, impacting the organization’s effectiveness and growth potential. Surprisingly, one of the more underutilized resources within your organization might just be your board members.…
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Quality Unleashed
Increase your nonprofit might by mastering metrics Small and mighty nonprofits can accomplish a great deal, yet the struggle cannot be ignored. Passion and purpose drive operational excellence, but with a limited number of hands on deck, it often means there’s less time to dedicate to each task. This can lead to decreased quality, especially…
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Navigating Nonprofit Tech Woes
It’s time to launch a tech audit I get three emails a week from tech gurus, all promising to rescue me from productivity woes with a shiny new app for just $15/month. This marvel, they claim, will outshine my trio of systems in ways unimaginable. Fast-forward through five new subscriptions, and I’m right back where…
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From Bored Member to Board Member
Boost engagement and build a cohesive board Board Members can become bored members if you’re not careful. Enhancing board engagement in the mission is a critical element for a successful organization. Remember, this is a two-way relationship, involving setting clear expectations through detailed role descriptions. These descriptions serve not just as a guide for current…