Episodes
Nonprofit Financial Statements And The Story They Tell.
May 31, 2023
Numbers . Especially numbers on a financial statement. Did you realize that numbers tell a story...the story of the priorities, focus, effectiveness, and challenges of an organization. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan di…
3 Types of Nonprofit Events and How to Use Them
May 24, 2023
Golf tournaments, 5ks, or banquets. Are you planning an event for your nonprofit? On today's episode , Tim and Nathan discuss the 3 primary types of nonprofit events and how they best fit with you and your organization. Th…
3 Documents to Pay Attention to Before It's Too Late.
May 17, 2023
Often the things that are important but not urgent are set aside and forgotten...until it's too late. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss three of those items: Board meeting minutes, Donor notes, and Bylaws . The it…
Mental Health and the Executive Director
May 10, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and today's episode is focused on how Mental Health can impact an Executive Director's leadership. Mental Health expert and national youth speaker, Brittany Richmond, joins Tim and Natha…
Social Media and the Nonprofit
May 3, 2023
On todays episode, Tim and Nathan discuss social media policy and practice with Sabrina Burkiewicz , an independent communication consultant. Some of the topics they explore are: Why does a nonprofit need a defined social m…
Perfectionism....The Challenge to Delegation
April 26, 2023
As a follow up to Episode 75 on Delegation, today's episode of PNPL looks at how perfectionism gets in the way of nonprofit leaders ability to delegate. In their discussion, Tim and Nathan provide 4 actions to take that can…
Meetings...Yes, No, Or Just Send An Email?
April 19, 2023
Do you feel like your life is just a series of meetings? Do you really need all those meetings when leading a nonprofit? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan dive into "all things meetings". In their discussion they explore …
Getting Everyone On The Same Page
April 12, 2023
There are lots of stakeholders in a nonprofit organization, from the Board to staff, volunteers, and donors. One of the big challenges for an Executive Director is help them all get on the same page, ensuring organizational…
Finding The Right Tool To Solve Your Leadership Challenges
April 5, 2023
Leading a nonprofit organization, requires the use of tools (apps, software, electronic equipment) both personally and organizationally. But how do you decide which tools to select and use> On today's episode, Tim and Natha…
4 Questions To Ask Before Starting A New Program
March 29, 2023
You are excited about expanding the work of your nonprofit and are looking at adding a new program. But have you asked the important questions before launching out: Does it fit with our vision and mission? Is this program r…
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…