Board assessments allow nonprofit Board members to reflect on their performance and share additional areas of support needed. I was thrilled to join Tom Kelly of Million Dollar Nonprofit for a conversation on his podcast about Board assessments and priority setting. I share advice on how nonprofits can assess and elevate their boards for long-term success.
Discover:
⚡️Why regular board assessments are a must for nonprofit sustainability.
⚡️The 3 D’s of great board members: Doers, Donors, and Door Openers.
⚡️Tips for growing beyond a “friends and family” board.
⚡️Best practices for recruiting and fostering accountability.
⚡️How strategic planning ties into effective board assessments.
Whether you’re leading a small nonprofit or a large organization, this episode is packed with practical insights to help strengthen your board and boost your impact.
🎧 Tune in to learn why assessing and optimizing your board’s performance is key to your nonprofit’s growth.
Leading a nonprofit is more enjoyable when you have a community of friends, colleagues, and fellow leaders around you to share the joys and challenges. Nonprofit Vision podcast is that community! With 2 new episodes published each month, join us as we discuss the issues that are most critical for nonprofit leaders today. Episodes are available on our web site at the link below or on your favorite podcast platform. Share the podcast with fellow leaders in your network as we continue to grow our community!
The term Gold Star Family recognizes the sacrifice that military family members make when a father, mother, brother, sister, son, daughter, or other loved one dies in service to the nation. As we honor the fallen this week on Memorial Day, Chad Graham of the Woody Williams Foundation joins Greg for a memorable podcast episode. Woody Williams is the last remaining Medal of Honor awardee from World War II. The Woody Williams Foundation honors this service through monuments and programs across the country that bring communities together and honor the sacrifice of Gold Star Families.
Excited to share that our podcast — Nonprofit Vision — has been named one of the Top 20 Nonprofit Leadership Podcasts You Must Follow in 2021 by Feedspot! We are #8 on the list!
With over 80 episodes available, Nonprofit Vision presents informative and entertaining conversations spotlighting critical issues in nonprofit leadership with the visionaries who are addressing them. You can find Nonprofit Vision on the NTC web site or on your favorite podcast platform such as Apple Podcasts, Google, Anchor, and more.
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I recently sat down with my friend and colleague Patrick Jinks of The Jinks Perspective for an episode of his podcast The Leadership Window. Listen as I discuss with Patrick the 5 habits of healthy Boards. We also discuss practical, actionable strategies for elevating the performance and engagement of your Board.
Have you checked out our podcast recently? We have recently added several new episodes, including the following episode today:
Reflections of a Nonprofit Board Leader
Ever wondered what is going through the thoughts of your Board members? Vipe Desai is an experienced Board member who has has led both nonprofit and corporate Boards. Vipe joins me for a lively and entertaining conversation reflecting on experiences as a Board member, the pivotal role of the Board Chair, and inspiring a Board team.
I recently joined host Sabrina Sciscente on her podcast Fundraising Superheroes. We had a great discussion about nonprofit leadership during times of crisis, including action planning, relationship building, and the importance of maintaining a healthy mentality. Give it a listen!
Multi-generational philanthropy can pass down values, life lessons, and stories that inspire donors to give. Arlene Cogen Consulting, author of the Amazon #1 Bestseller, "Give to Live: Make a Charitable Gift You Never Imagined," shares tips to engage your donors and their professional advisors in attaining their philanthropic goals.
Highly effective Board teams are composed of a diverse group of talented and passionate leaders. Christina Carr joins Greg to discuss the importance of age diversity on nonprofit Boards and strategies to engage nextgen Board leaders. Click the button below to visit the podcast page or subscribe to Nonprofit Vision on iTunes, Google, or your favorite podcast app.
While the perspectives and contributions of thought leaders with established platforms are valuable, we must continue to elevate the unheard voices in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership in order to deepen critical conversations and move the sector forward. Jen Bokoff, Director of Stakeholder Engagement at Candid, joins Greg to discuss her recent article and efforts aimed at lifting up philanthropy's unheard voices.
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Nonprofit Vision with Gregory Nielsen presents informative and entertaining conversations spotlighting critical issues in nonprofit leadership and the visionaries who are addressing them.
Recent episodes include topics such as:
Program Evaluation
The Path to Grant Readiness
Walking a Mile in Grantee Shoes
Your Role in a Social Change Ecosystem
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