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Episodes

Aug. 30, 2023

4 Steps to Enhancing Leadership Skills Through Physical Health and Wellness

What if one of the secrets to becoming a more effective leader was as simple as prioritizing your physical health? In today's episode, Tim and Nathan unravel their personal journeys towards better health and how it has trans…
Aug. 23, 2023

What Do I Do As An Executive Director - Engaging in Hard Conversations

How do you deal with "Hard Conversations"...Run away, Ignore, or Dive in into them? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan explore 4 keys areas to consider when navigating difficult or uncomfortable conversation. These key are…
Aug. 16, 2023

Celebrating 100 Episodes of The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership: Challenges, Lessons, and Future Plans

What happens when you finally take the leap after seven long years of dreaming, planning, and talking about launching a podcast? Well, you'll end up celebrating your 100th episode! On this episode,Christina Edwards (Host of …
Aug. 9, 2023

4 Keys to Cultivating a Thriving Culture in Your Nonprofit Organization

Want to unlock the secrets of cultivating a thriving organizational culture that boosts staff engagement, productivity and retention? On today's episode Tim and Nathan uncover four key elements for creating a culture that pe…
Aug. 2, 2023

Your First 60 Days as a Nonprofit Executive Director: An Action Plan

Ready to tackle the first 60 days as a nonprofit executive director? Or maybe you have been in your role for awhile but are feeling stuck or stagnant. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan provide intentional actions a new ex…
July 26, 2023

Finding Your Life Purpose as a Nonprofit Leader

Is your Life Purpose the same as the purpose of the organization that you lead? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss the importance of discovering your life purpose and how that impacts your personal leadership. Shari…
July 19, 2023

Fundraising Check-Up - Are You Ready for the Second Half of 2023?

Ever wondered why some non-profits constantly nail their fundraising efforts while others struggle? On today's episode, Nathan is peeling back the curtain on the techniques that make a world of difference. We kick off a fun …
July 12, 2023

Leadership Insights From The Football Field: Leading In The Red Zone

Leading a nonprofit is a bit like being in the red zone on a football field? The Red Zone is where teams win or lose, depending on their ability to select and execute plays that move them forward across the goal line. On t…
July 5, 2023

Maximize Your Nonprofit's Impact Online with Sami Bedell-Mulhern

How important is a website for a nonprofit organization? What information should be on the site and how often should it be updated? What impact can a website have on raising funds for the organization. These questions and …
June 28, 2023

Summer School for Leaders: Enhancing Your Skills through the Lens of Elementary Math

Are you ready to sharpen your leadership skills this summer? No school bus or homework involved, just a fresh perspective on leadership through the lens of elementary math. Join your hosts, Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby, as the…
June 21, 2023

Unleashing Your Best Self as a Nonprofit Leader: A Conversation with Jack Groppel

What if you could become the best version of yourself as a Nonprofit Leader? Dr Jack Groppel , co-founder of the Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute and current professor at Judson University, Elgin, IL joins Tim a…
June 14, 2023

Ensuring Success for New Nonprofit Board Members through Effective Onboarding

Are your nonprofit's new board members prepared for success? On today's episode, Tim dives into 3 key areas that prepare new board members for a successful stint on your nonprofit board. These 3 areas are: - Identifying the…
June 7, 2023

Unlocking the Potential of Leading and Lagging Indicators to Influence Nonprofit Success

Ever wondered how to effectively use lagging and leading indicators within your nonprofit organization? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan provide valuable insights and practical tips to help leaders of small to medium-sized…
May 31, 2023

Nonprofit Financial Statements And The Story They Tell.

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…
May 24, 2023

3 Types of Nonprofit Events and How to Use Them

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…
May 17, 2023

3 Documents to Pay Attention to Before It's Too Late.

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…
May 10, 2023

Mental Health and the Executive Director

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…
May 3, 2023

Social Media and the Nonprofit

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…
April 26, 2023

Perfectionism....The Challenge to Delegation

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…
April 19, 2023

Meetings...Yes, No, Or Just Send An Email?

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 …
April 12, 2023

Getting Everyone On The Same Page

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…
April 5, 2023

Finding The Right Tool To Solve Your Leadership Challenges

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…
March 29, 2023

4 Questions To Ask Before Starting A New Program

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…
March 22, 2023

Banking Challenges and the Nonprofit Organization

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…