The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership

Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby
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The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership

The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership was designed for Executive Directors of small to medium sized nonprofits.  If you are currently an Executive Director or hope to be one someday this is your spot.  Leading an organization can be one of the most fun, exhilarating, rewarding, scary, thankless jobs in the universe.  Using a mixture of encouragement, information, stories, and practical tools, hosts Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby will use their years of nonprofit leadership experience to make your journey a little easier,  more fun, and ultimately help you be more effective in leading your organization.  

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Planning Matters More Than Ever: Election Reaction From Tim and Nathan.

    Send us a textIs it possible for leaders to truly navigate the stormy seas of political upheaval with grace and purpose? On today's episode, Tim and Nathan provide their thoughts about the election and the ongoing rhetoric and conversation on social media, in the news media, and face to face. The discussion also centers on responding correctly as nonprofit leaders and actions that can be taken to do so.Nonprofit leaders are encouraged to take the following actions:Be strategic in y...

    20 min

  2. 6 NOV

    4 Steps To Use To Provide Effective Feedback As A Nonprofit Leader.

    Send us a textInterested in enhancing your leadership skills by learning the art of providing effective feedback. On today's episode, Tim and Nathan discuss the secrets to transforming feedback into a powerful tool for team development. Learn how to create a culture where mistakes are stepping stones to success, and explore strategies to approach challenging situations with calm and clarity. Using the fictional tale of Sarah and John from a nonprofit animal shelter, Tim and Nathan illust...

    29 min

  3. 30 OCT

    Mastering Post-Pandemic Networking: Strategies for Nonprofit Leaders

    Send us a textHey there, nonprofit leaders! Ready to shake up your networking game in this post-COVID world? Let's face it - networking events aren't quite the same since the pandemic, right? And if you're an introvert, you might be feeling the struggle even more. On today's episode, Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby share some game-changing insights that'll transform how you build connections, strength those relationships, and ultimately connect more people to your organization. Sup...

    25 min

  4. 23 OCT

    Embracing Risk and Building Tenacity in Nonprofit Leadership

    Send us a textWhat happens when nonprofit leaders embrace risk and cultivate tenacity? Join hosts Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby as they uncover key strategies to help nonprofit leaders thrive amidst challenges...strategies such as cultivating a strong sense of purpose, embracing challenges and learning from failures, fostering a positive organizational culture, and keeping the big picture in mind.Support the showThe Hosts of The Practice of NonProfit Leadership:Tim Barnes serves as the Exec...

    27 min

  5. 16 OCT

    Navigating Leadership Challenges and Discovering Growth As A New Executive Director

    Send us a textImagine stepping into a leadership role with an overwhelming inbox and the task of transforming not just your job but an entire organization. That's exactly what Colleen Shaughnessy faced on her first day as Executive Director of Youth Heartline in Taos, New Mexico. In this episode, Colleen shares her journey with Nathan, going from being a team member to leading the organization, unraveling the complexities of her new role with honesty and insight. She reveals how she tackled a...

    32 min

  6. 2 OCT

    Unlocking Nonprofit Success With A Simple Tool For Strategic Planning

    Send us a textReady to transform your nonprofit’s strategic planning? This episode promises to equip you with practical advice on conducting an effective SWOT analysis, and shows you how even the smallest nonprofits can benefit from this robust but simple tool. Tim and Nathan start the discussion with a fun word association game to ease into the key concepts of SWOT—Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats...followed by breaking down each area with real nonprofit examples.&...

    27 min

  7. 25 SEPT

    Top Tactics for Finding the Right People for Your Nonprofit Board

    Send us a textHow do you build a board that can truly drive your nonprofit's mission forward? Who do you need and how do you find them?Tim and Nathan answer these questions and also provide practical tips and strategies for adding members to your board. Leveraging existing board members' networks, tapping into engaged donors and active volunteers, and maintaining community connections are all key tactics that are explored. Support the showThe Hosts of The Practice of NonProfit Lea...

    23 min

  8. 20 SEPT

    JPowell, Rate Cuts, and Fundraising...Now What?

    Send us a textThe U.S. Federal Reserve announced this week (September 18, 2024) a 50 basis point cut in interest rates, with reactions of joy from some and concern from others. So what? How does that impact me as a nonprofit leader?In this special edition of the Practice of Nonprofit Leadership, Nathan Ruby tackles that topic and provides some practical fundraising tips in light of the interest rate news. Support the showThe Hosts of The Practice of NonProfit Leadership:Tim B...

    13 min
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About

The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership was designed for Executive Directors of small to medium sized nonprofits.  If you are currently an Executive Director or hope to be one someday this is your spot.  Leading an organization can be one of the most fun, exhilarating, rewarding, scary, thankless jobs in the universe.  Using a mixture of encouragement, information, stories, and practical tools, hosts Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby will use their years of nonprofit leadership experience to make your journey a little easier,  more fun, and ultimately help you be more effective in leading your organization.  

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  • Creator
    Tim Barnes and Nathan Ruby
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    144
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership
  • Show Website
    The Practice of Nonprofit Leadership

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