The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership

Beyond Board Reports: What Your Nonprofit Board Really Wants

Send a text Every nonprofit leader knows the scenario: Board meetings that consist of reviewing reports, nodding politely, and adjourning without meaningful engagement.

Vision Leaks: Keeping Your Nonprofit Focused

Send a text In the dynamic world of nonprofit leadership, maintaining focus on your organization's vision is more crucial than ever, especially in times of uncertai

Optimizing Your Donor Database for Greater Impact

Send a text In this episode, Nathan discusses the vital role of donor relationship management systems in enhancing nonprofit fundraising efforts. Providing some practica

Unlocking Effective Nonprofit Leadership Through One-on-One Meetings and Transparent Communication

Send a text Establishing regular one-on-one meetings is essential for fostering strong connections within nonprofit teams. These check-ins enhance accountability, ensure

Crafting Attention-Grabbing Email Subjects for Nonprofit Growth

Send a text Effective email communication is crucial for nonprofit leaders aiming to engage stakeholders. This episode explores five key strategies to craft subject line

Breaking Free from Groupthink: Strategies for Effective Nonprofit Leadership

Send a text Ever found yourself nodding along in a meeting, even when you disagree, just to keep the peace? You're not alone. Join Nathan Ruby on a journey through

How to Solve Nonprofit Problems Without Doing It All Yourself

Send a text Struggling with staff who dump problems on your desk?  Join Tim and Nathan as they share a game-changing leadership strategy: asking the right questions.  Le

Our 3 Words - Setting A Compass For 2025

Send a text This episode dives into the transformative practice of choosing three guiding words for the new year, offering nonprofit leaders a unique alternative to trad

Encore Episode: Leadership with Dr. Jack Groppel

Send a text With the start of a new year, here is an encore presentation of an interview we did with Dr. Jack Groppel back in 2023 on Leadership. Dr Jack Groppel, co-fo

New Year Reflections From 12 Days Of Major Gift Fundraising

Send a text In the first episode of 2025, Tim and Nathan dive into the crucial lessons learned from the "12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising," emphasizing the importance o

Recharge and Reflect: Navigating the Holiday Season as Nonprofit Leaders

Send a text Join Tim and Nathan as they unpack the themes of rest, connection, and planning during the holiday season. The conversation touches on the rejuvenating power

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 12: Final Thoughts

Send a text This is Day 12 of the 12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising.  On today's episode, Nathan wraps up the series with three final thoughts and then presents an

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 11: Getting Board Members to Help

Send a text What if board members could transform the daunting task of fundraising into an exciting and rewarding experience? On day 11 of the 12 Days of Major Gift Fund

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 10: A Culture of Philanthropy

Send a text Day 10 of the 12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising is all about creating and maintaining a culture of philanthropy in your organization.  You will discover ho

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 9: Mindset

Send a text On Day 9 of the 12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising, Nathan unravels the mysteries of how our subconscious mind shapes our thoughts, emotions, and actions, oft

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 8: Stewardship

Send a text On day 8 of our "12 Days of Major Gifts" series, Nathan focuses on Stewardship and emphasizes that expressing gratitude is not just a courteous act but a str

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 7: Making The Ask

Send a text Today is Day 7 of the 12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising.  The topic is Making the Ask and Nathan answers these important questions: What Should I Take To th

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 6: Cultivation

Send a text On Day 6 of the 12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising, Nathan is focused on the concept of Cultivation, taking the steps needed to prepare the prospect for "the

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 5: Qualification

Send a text It's day 5 of the 12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising.  Today Nathan explores the art and science behind qualifying major gift prospects, with a focus o

12 Days of Major Gift Fundraising - Day 4: Identification

Send a text Unlock the secrets to successfully identifying major gift donors and elevate your nonprofit’s fundraising game. Our latest episode promises to transform how