As this year comes to a close, you might be reflecting on the year... on your successes and lessons learned. In this episode of the Nonprofit Radio Show, Nancy and Sarah share the lessons they've been reflecting on with you. Join us as we reflect on how these lessons will carry us into 2025, with… Continue reading Reflections for a New Year
Author: Nancy Bacon
I work at the intersection of learning, nonprofits, and leadership. I am a teacher, instructional designer, and nonprofit person who has worn every hat possible. I regular write, speak, and consult on learning strategy, design, and leadership.
Fiscal sponsorship as an option to achieve your mission
Have you ever wanted to make difference without all of the work involved in starting a nonprofit? Fiscal sponsorship might just be your solution.In this episode of the Nonprofit Radio Show, Nancy and Sarah unpack the concept of fiscal sponsorship—a powerful tool for advancing a mission without starting a nonprofit. They explore how fiscal sponsorship… Continue reading Fiscal sponsorship as an option to achieve your mission
Your mission as a movement
“When you start to think about your mission as a movement....” You may have heard this phrase many times in past episodes. In this episode of the Nonprofit Radio Show, Nancy and Sarah explain what they mean by it. They dive into why this re-frame is so valuable and how you will know if you… Continue reading Your mission as a movement
Changing Board Culture
Culture is like the foundation of a house. Just as a strong foundation keeps a house stable through storms and changing weather, a healthy board culture supports a nonprofit through challenges and growth. If the foundation is weak or neglected, cracks will eventually show, leading to miscommunication, disengagement, and even conflict. In this episode, Nancy… Continue reading Changing Board Culture
Why you need a volunteer strategy right now
People are seeking meaningful ways to engage-- why not make our nonprofit the go-to place for community members to get involved in a cause they care about? In this episode of the Nonprofit Radio Show, Nancy and Sarah dig into why every nonprofit should have a clear volunteer strategy. Join us as we explore how… Continue reading Why you need a volunteer strategy right now
The Art of Delegation
We all have so much on our to-do list. The only way to get it all done is by sharing the load. That's why nonprofit leaders must learn to delegate effectively, whether we are talking about Executive Directors delegating to their boards and staff or volunteer managers entrusting responsibilities to their volunteers. In this episode,… Continue reading The Art of Delegation
Planning a Career in Nonprofits
In this episode, Nancy and Sarah share seven tips to help you build a sustainable and meaningful career in nonprofits. How are you currently planning and nurturing your career path in the nonprofit sector?
Motivating your team
This episode focuses on the two elements needed to create the conditions for someone to feel motivated to take action. How do you currently motivate your team?
Recruiting great board members
This episode talks about different recruitment strategies, from the "open call" to "by invitation only." How do you recruit board members now?
Let’s Talk about Risk
In this episode, Nancy and Sarah are joined by Ted Bilich, CEO of Risk Alternatives and author of Managing Your Nonprofit for Resilience, to explore how nonprofits can identify, address, and embrace risk. How do you approach risk related to your nonprofit now?