When it comes to words like “governance” and “oversight,” it can be hard to know when you are getting it right.

Template: People

Analyze your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Ask these questions and then dig on the answers that are unclear, too vague, or aren’t really getting to the heart of the matter.

Quick Win: People

You probably know I think the relationship between the board chair and ED is absolutely critical. But how do you set this relationship up for success? Here’s my advice.

Course: People

Here’s a template that will help your staff leader and board leader make the most of the time they spend together and ensure nothing big gets left out of the discussion.

Template: People

One of the biggest requests we’ve gotten so far in the Nonprofit Leadership Lab is for an example of a simple and achievable CEO report to the board and recommendations for major topics to report on. The wait is over…

Template: People

What does every key ambassador need, from the person who answers the phone to the board chair? A story that ignites its audience! Here’s how you can easily implement a culture of storytelling.

Quick Win: Narrative, People

When it comes to the finances, what are the fundamental things you need to know and be thinking about in order to build a solid foundation for your organization?

Expert Seminar: Money

Use this with your board and staff to assess exactly how far you have come… or still need to go… across the 14 attributes.

Template: People, Strategy, Narrative, Programs, Money

An “elevator pitch” is how you answer the question, “So what does your nonprofit do?” Done right, it’s an invitation to learn more and do more and an amazing opportunity. But most of us screw it up.

Course: Narrative

Your board can use this template annually to help figure out how to reach the fundraising commitment that comes with board service to your organization.

Template: Money