Episodes
Banking Challenges and the Nonprofit Organization
March 22, 2023
How might the current upheaval in the banking industry impact small or medium nonprofits? What actions could nonprofit leaders take to help minimize the risk? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan explore the current challenge…
4 Questions To Answer When Preparing To Meet With A Donor
March 15, 2023
The time is right to meet with that donor. But then questions flood your mind. "Where should we meet?" "What should I wear?" "What materials should I take?" "What should be on the agenda?" On today's episode, Nathan ans…
AI and Nonprofits...Can They Work Together for Good?
March 8, 2023
Should Nonprofits be using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their work? And if so, to what extent? On today's episode, Nathan and special co-host, Christina Edwards from Splendid Consulting discuss the pros and cons of AI an…
Executive Director and Board Chair - Staying On The Same Team
March 1, 2023
Of all the relationships in a nonprofit organization, one of the most crucial is that of the Executive Director and Board Chair. That relationship has the power to keep the organization on track and running smoothly, or to b…
Delegation... A Key to Successful Nonprofit Leadership
Feb. 22, 2023
What runs through your mind when looking at your overwhelming to-do list? Do you ever think about who might be able to take on one or more the items on your list? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan dive into the topic of de…
How Do I Spend My Day As A Nonprofit Executive Director?
Feb. 15, 2023
The question Nathan and Tim get asked the most is " how do I raise funds for my nonprofit?" The second most asked question is "how do I spend my day?" On today's episode, Nathan and Tim dive into 4 simple steps to consider w…
How Do We Pay For This? 3 Tips On Fundraising For Your Nonprofit
Feb. 8, 2023
You have great ideas and initiatives for the new year. You hope to add program and staff. But the question comes up..."How do we pay for this?" On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss 3 tips that an Executive Director n…
3 Questions To Ask Before Adding Staff to Your Nonprofit Organization
Feb. 1, 2023
After listening to the last episode on Identifying Key Initiatives, you may be thinking "I Need Help". Maybe you are ready to go put a job opening on Indeed. Before you do, listen to Tim and Nathan discuss the 3 questions an…
Key Initiatives....How to Decide Where Your Organization is Headed
Jan. 25, 2023
We have truly jumped into 2023 and activities, programs, and projects are ramping up. But are you sure your organization is focused on the right initiatives? Where will you focus your energy, resources, and staff? In this …
Tim and Nathan's 3 Words Revealed
Jan. 18, 2023
In episode 65, Tim and Nathan talked about Living with Intent in 2023. At that time, they introduced the concept of 3 Words, where one chooses 3 words that will provide focus and intent for that year. On today's episode, Tim…
4 Things We Are Bringing To 2023
Jan. 11, 2023
Tim and Nathan are back from their holiday break. In this episode, Tim and Nathan reflect on the ideas and thoughts they had during their break and how they are bringing them to their work and personal life in 2023.. .ideas …
Cancelling Mission Drift In 2023
Jan. 4, 2023
Happy New Year! Tim and Nathan are finishing up their holiday break. On today's episode, Tim explores the concept of Mission Drift ...how it happens, the results of mission drift and how to prevent it from happening in 2023…
3 Leadership Mindsets for 2023
Dec. 28, 2022
In preparing for 2023, what Leadership Mindsets should you take into the new year? On today's episode, Nathan focuses on 3 Leadership mindsets that are important to consider as you prepare for the new year ahead. Nathan als…
Closing 2022 With These 4 Actions
Dec. 21, 2022
What does the last two weeks of 2022 look like for you? In this episode, Tim shares 4 actions that he and Nathan are taking in these last two weeks of 2022. The actions are: Rest Review Celebrate Prepare To indicate interes…
Leading With Intent in 2023
Dec. 14, 2022
On this episode, Tim and Nathan introduce one of the tools they use for leading with intent in their life and work called My 3 Words. Picked up from Chris Brogan , Tim and Nathan share best practices for choosing and applyin…
Would You Say "No" To A Donation?
Dec. 7, 2022
So that's the question? Would you ever say "No" to a donation? That may sound unthinkable when your nonprofit is dependent on donations to continue to do its good work. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss some of the …
Nonprofit Q & A with Tim and Nathan
Nov. 30, 2022
What is the difference between vision and mission? How much cash should a small to medium nonprofit have in reserve? How does an Executive Director decide what to do with their day? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss…
Saying "Thank You"...a Leadership Habit to be Developed
Nov. 23, 2022
The late Max DePree, former CEO of Herman Miller, wrote the following in his book, Leadership Is An Art, "The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you!" (emphasis ours) As we move t…
Putting Together Board Meeting Agendas....And Why It's Important!
Nov. 16, 2022
So you are ready for your first official Board Meeting, as the Executive Director of your nonprofit. But questions begin to come to mind. Who puts together the Board Meeting Agenda? What items should be on the Agenda? Wha…
Will Current Economic Conditions Impact Year-End Giving? Maybe Not The Way You Think.
Nov. 9, 2022
High Inflation. Volatile Markets. Global Conflict. How might these factors impact the year-end giving push for your nonprofit organization? Maybe not the way you might think. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan explore a n…
Managing Stress to Avoid Nonprofit Leader Burnout
Nov. 2, 2022
It is no secret that leading and working in nonprofit organizations can be stressful, leading to a high burnout rate in global nonprofits. This is especially true when the stress is prolonged and becomes chronic, impacting…
Cultivation with Special Guest, Terry Egan
Oct. 26, 2022
One of the key roles of an Executive Director is securing individual major financial gifts for their organization. To secure those gifts requires cultivation to help build connection and trust with the organization. On toda…
4 Lies Executive Directors Tell Themselves
Oct. 19, 2022
On today's episode, Tim and Nathan address 4 common lies that Executive Directors tell themselves. These lies often impact an Executive Director's ability to lead the organization to effectiveness and impact. The lies disc…
How To Respond To Unsolicited Advice...And Keep Your Job In The Process.
Oct. 12, 2022
A donor, a board member, or a volunteer approaches you with what they believe is an amazing idea on how to raise more funds...or an idea for a new program or new direction the organization should take. What if it is a really…