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March 20, 2024

First Impressions - A Key to Nonprofit Impact

Whether it’s in person, on line, or someone driving into your parking lot. People make a decision about you and your organization in mere seconds. If they have a negative impression of you or the organization it is incredibl…
March 13, 2024

Maximizing Your Nonprofit's Digital Donation Strategy: Secrets to Enhancing Online Fundraising

On this episode, Tim and Nathan chat about the best ways small nonprofits can leverage online giving. Some of the tips that they share are: - How to make your donation button impossible to miss and super easy to use. - The…
March 6, 2024

5 Key Actions To Take For Effective Leadership

Effective leaders aren't always perfect leaders. What often makes them effective is that they take action consistently and with commitment. No matter whether your organization is big or small, consistent action is the key.…
Feb. 28, 2024

Elevate Your Nonprofit's Appeal with High-Impact Direct Mail

"Nobody likes direct mail anymore….sending a direct mail appeal just isn’t going to work." But according to a 2021 study by the Print and Mail Communications Association direct mail has an impressive open rate of 42.2%. Dir…
Feb. 21, 2024

4 Key Ingredients To Successfully Fundraise For Your Nonprofit.

Fundraising and making Chili are a lot alike. There is no one way to make chili or to fundraise. But in both cases, having the right ingredients to get started is very important. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan share fo…
Feb. 14, 2024

Guiding Nonprofits Through Election Season: Navigating Politics and Mission

From national to local, one of the most challenging seasons of a nonprofit executive director is leading your organization during a contentious election year. An even greater challenge is when the mission of your organizati…
Feb. 7, 2024

How To Tell Your Board You Fell Short Of Your Fundraising Goal -Delivering Bad News

So what do you do when you have to tell your Board that you fell short of your fundraising goal? Communicating bad news to your Board can be tough, especially when it concerns finances. But as an Executive Director, it's pa…
Jan. 31, 2024

Welcome to 2024 - Our Three Words

With this 2024 Kickoff episode, Season 4 of the Practice of Nonprofit Leadership begins! And what better way to begin then with Tim and Nathan revealing their Three Words for 2024. The concept of Three Words is to select w…
Dec. 20, 2023

Powering Up Non-Profit Leadership: Reflections and Strategies for the New Year

As one year comes to a close and a new year is on the horizon, how should a nonprofit leader prepare for what lies ahead? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan share some of the questions and strategies they use to prepare for …
Dec. 13, 2023

Leveling Up Your Nonprofit Leadership: Taking A Year-End Self-Evaluation

Another year is quickly coming to an end. As preparations are being made for a new year, taking time to review the past year is an important habit to develop. A key question to ask is, "How did my leadership measure up thi…
Dec. 6, 2023

The Art of Community Engagement for Non-Profit Leaders

Most job descriptions for Executive Directors, contain at least one bullet point that focuses on them representing, connecting, and being visible in the community. How important is this for the organization? On today's epi…
Nov. 29, 2023

Demystifying Fundraising Metrics: Practical Insights Into Tracking Your Fundraising

Ready to demystify the world of fundraising metrics? Nathan spends time googling "Fundraising Metrics"; Tim...not so much. But they both know the importance and the cautions with using specific metrics when tracking nonprof…
Nov. 21, 2023

The Power of Gratitude in Non-Profit Leadership

Have you ever noticed how the simplest 'thank you' can light up your day? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss how gratitude can transform your non-profit organization's culture and amplify your leadership, including t…
Nov. 15, 2023

Mastering the Art of Budgeting for Non-Profit Organizations - part 2

Ever feel like you're stumbling in the dark when it comes to budgeting for your non-profit organization? The thought of revenue planning and expense analysis might seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. In part 2 of our f…
Nov. 8, 2023

Mastering the Art of Budgeting for Non-Profit Organizations - Part 1

Ready to supercharge your non-profit's budgeting process? Join us, your hosts Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby, as we disclose the keys to effective financial planning for non-profit organizations. We guarantee you'll walk away wi…
Nov. 1, 2023

Leadership Decision: What Is Important At Any Given Time?

Non-profit leadership is a dynamic journey that requires responsive and strategic decision-making. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan delve into how to discern a crisis and make informed decisions about what's crucial at an…
Oct. 25, 2023

Non-Profit Fundraising: Moving Beyond the Checkbook

What if you could discover unusual and profitable sources of donations for your non-profit? This episode is designed to reveal unconventional and exciting sources of donations that move beyond the traditional checkbook givin…
Oct. 18, 2023

Fundraising Online - Encore presentation with Christina Edwards

How can a small nonprofit's online presence become an effective fundraising strategy? What practical steps can be taken to raise awareness to the work that the organization is doing? What are the benefits and challenges in…
Oct. 11, 2023

Using Boldness to Transform Your Fundraising Approach

What if the barrier between you and the big gifts is not the donors but your own fear? What does it look like to be bold in your approach to fundraising? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan are focused on helping nonprofit e…
Oct. 4, 2023

Part 2 - Unlocking the Secret to Effective Direct Mail Fundraising

Welcome to Part 2 of Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Direct Mail Fundraising. Once again, Tim and Nathan point out the importance of effective direct mail fundraising for small to medium nonprofits. On this episode, the f…
Sept. 27, 2023

Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Direct Mail Fundraising

Ready to crack the code of direct mail fundraising? Appeal letters are a crucial tool for nonprofit organizations to engage donors and raise funds. But in a busy, media-saturated world, it can be a challenge to grab the att…
Sept. 20, 2023

Unlocking Motivation: The Power of Action and Consistency

Feeling stuck waiting for motivation to strike? What if the solution to unlock that motivation is simpler than you think? On this episode, Nathan lays out the following regarding Leadership and Motivation: Taking action lead…
Sept. 13, 2023

The Momentum Playbook for Nonprofit Leaders

Are you ready to ignite the engine of your nonprofit leadership with the power of momentum? Drawing from the world of sports, their own nonprofit experience, and the experience of others, Tim and Nathan discuss the power of …
Sept. 6, 2023

Avoiding Legal Pitfalls in Non-Profit Staff Serving As Volunteers

Can nonprofit staff members also serve as volunteers in the organization at which they work? Good question! Small nonprofits with limited staff and volunteers, often see this as a way to get needed roles filled. But it's c…