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Ep 236: Defeated Today, Inspired Tomorrow: A New Way to Lead Development
Too many Development Directors feel like failures if they don't hit their revenue numbers even when circumstances are beyond their control. In this episode, I explore why this mindset is harmful and
Ep. 235: Donor-Advised Funds Demystified (with Mitch Stein)
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are boomingbut most nonprofit leaders still find them confusing or inaccessible. In this episode, Mitch Stein from Chariot joins Glennda Testone to bust common myths, expla
Ep. 234: Succession Planning: It’s Time To Stop Talking About Leaders and Buses (with Glennda Testone)
Succession planning gets treated like a worst-case scenario when it should be a regular part of nonprofit leadership. In this episode, Glennda and I get candid about our own transitionsand what we wi
Ep. 233: Leading Through Whiplash: How to Stay Grounded in Uncertain Times (with Alex Love)
Whiplash. Thats how it feels to lead a nonprofit right now. Executive coach, Alex Love and Glennda Testone explore how leaders can stay grounded, care for their teams, and hold onto their mission th
Ep. 232: The Helpers Need Help Too: How Leaders Refill Their Tanks (with Glennda Testone)
In a time when many nonprofits fear losing that very status, we are celebrating wins as a reminder that progress and possibility still exist. Glennda Testone and I share the stories and sparks that ar
Ep 231: Improving the Nonprofit Talent Search (with Omar Lopez)
Attracting top talent to your nonprofit isnt about luckits about alignment. Talent search expert, Omar Lopez shares what it takes to find (and keep) the right people in todays competitive hiring l
Ep. 230: Think Big: How Capital Campaigns Fuel Long-Term Growth (with Amy Eisenstein)
What if a capital campaign could be your nonprofits ticket to long-term growth? Fundraising expert Amy Eisenstein joins the podcast to bust common myths and share practical insights from decades of e
Ep 229: Imposter Syndrome Is Real—6 Ways To Overcome It
Many nonprofit leaders feel like theyre just one mistake away from being found out. Even experienced executives, including myself, wrestle with that nagging voice of doubt, especially in moments of
Ep. 228: Nonprofits Are Under Attack (with Glennda Testone)
Nonprofits are under attack in 2025from hostile federal policies, harmful public misconceptions, and risk-averse boards. Glennda Testone and I urge nonprofit leaders to push back, speak up, and lead
Ep 227: What Challenging Times Make Possible (with Michael Hyatt)
What if challenging times are invitations to redefine what matters most? Michael Hyatt shares what helped him redefine success, and find a fulfilling way to live and lead.