Joan publishes quite a bit of useful free resources and downloads over on JoanGarry.com. As a convenience for Lab members, we are publishing all of them here in one place!.

Resources: People, Leadership, Fundraising

Here’s an idea for a dynamic presentation format any E.D. can use at a board meeting.

Quick Win: People

Learn how to lead and sustain difficult conversations.

Expert Seminar: People

In this masterclass, Joan Garry will introduce you to a process that can actually be motivational for your organization.

Course: People, Money

One of the single most important responsibilities of the Board of Directors is the Annual Review of the staff leader. This template will both facilitate the review and help all E.D.s understand their most important tasks.

Template: People

Exit interviews are a must. While board and staff turnover are part of the deal in any organization, understanding the WHY is critical to a thriving nonprofit. But what questions should you ask?

Template: People, Staff, Board

Whether you are a new organization or you’ve been around for a LONG time, it’s important to make sure your committees are doing all the right things. Here’s a primer on the roles and responsibilities (and a whole lot more) of four different types of nonprofit board committees.

Template: People, Board

It’s easy to feel like we’re on the high road, immune from the biases that seem to be everywhere. But don’t think for even a moment that’s true.

Book Summary: 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

Who interviews when? Who decides? What does the board candidate know and when?

Template: People