Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications

Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | Communications


Latest Episodes

Ep 229: Imposter Syndrome Is Real—6 Ways To Overcome It
May 24, 2025

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)
May 10, 2025

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)
April 26, 2025

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.

Ep. 226: Nonprofits in the Chaos of 2025: What’s At Stake And How to Respond (with Amol Sinha)
April 12, 2025

The nonprofit sector is under attack. But, theres hope. In this episode, Glennda Testone and I talk with Amol Sinha about the unique harms facing nonprofits and how we can all take action to protect

Ep 225: The Secret to Sustainability: Taking Care of Yourself as You Lead (with Mariam Habib)
March 29, 2025

Nonprofit leadership can be deeply meaningfuland deeply exhausting. In this powerful conversation, Glennda Testone and trauma specialist Mariam Habib explore what it takes to sustain yourself while s

Ep 224: Fighting Loneliness In Remote Work (with Dr. Tracy Brower)
March 15, 2025

Work can be a source of joy and fulfillmentbut only if we feel connected. In this episode, Dr. Tracy Brower unpacks why were feeling more isolated than everand what leaders can do to build workplac

Ep 223: Activating Change: Fighting Ableism and Building Accessible Nonprofits (with Nancy Smith)
March 01, 2025

Disability is not a niche issueits a reality for 60 million Americans. Yet, systemic bias and stereotypes continue to exclude people with disabilities from conversations about inclusion. In this epi

Ep 222: The Joys and Challenges of Leading A Small Nonprofit (with members of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab)
February 15, 2025

Three fearless nonprofit leaders share what drives them, how they navigate burnout, and the vision that keeps them going. Tomik Dash, Laura Carmichael, and Adrienne McCue are breaking barriers and sha

Ep 221: Building Organizational Capacity For Rapid Response (with Deepa Iyer)
February 01, 2025

From the Atlanta spa shootings to ongoing challenges, Deepa Iyer highlights the critical need for infrastructure, relationship-building, and centering the voices of affected communities in times of cr

Ep 220: 5 Strategies for Leading Nonprofits in 2025
January 18, 2025

Whether youre grappling with turbulent times or striving for greater impact, these strategies will help you navigate 2025 with clarity and purpose. Join me for a conversation that will leave you insp