Inspired Nonprofit Leadership

Sarah Olivieri
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This podcast is a place for nonprofit leaders to gain insights, tips, inspiration, and encouragement to unleash their potential.

  1. 383: Leading An Equity Focused Nonprofit with Dr. Eugene Manley, Jr., PhD, MS

    DEC 18

    383: Leading An Equity Focused Nonprofit with Dr. Eugene Manley, Jr., PhD, MS

    What happens when lived experience, science, and nonprofit leadership collide? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Eugene Manley, Jr. to discuss health equity, cancer care gaps, and what it truly takes to design programs that serve communities that have been overlooked for far too long. We explore how focus, intentionality, and listening to the people most impacted can turn complex equity challenges into meaningful, measurable action. Episode Highlights 02:32 Dr. Manley's Personal Journey and Inspiration 04:01 Challenges in the Hospital System 05:24 Launching the STEM and Cancer Equity Foundation 06:18 Addressing Health Disparities and Patient Advocacy 10:11 The Importance of Early Exposure to STEM 11:01 Navigating Academia and Nonprofit Work 11:57 The Lung Cancer Health Equity Summit 16:03 Fiscal Sponsorship for Nonprofits 19:46 Defining and Addressing Health Equity 22:03 Challenges in Lung Cancer Clinical Trials My guest for this episode is Dr. Eugene Manley, Jr., PhD, MS. Dr. Eugene Manley, Jr., PhD, MS, is a biomedical scientist-turned-social impact leader and the Founder & CEO of the STEMM & Cancer Health Equity (SCHEQ) Foundation. He brings 20+ years across engineering, molecular and cell biology, nonprofit strategy, and workforce development, with prior leadership at leading cancer organizations. He had worked in development at the AACR, grant system administration at LCRF, and directed national STEM and workforce initiatives and health equity initiatives at LUNGevity Foundation.   Through SCHEQ, he advances STEMM workforce diversity and patient-centered solutions across the cancer care continuum, producing health-literacy resources, convening cross-sector stakeholders, and leading the Lung Cancer Interventions Summit to drive practical, equity-focused outcomes for underserved communities. He serves on local, national, and international advisory boards advocating for Medicaid, rural, and historically marginalized patients. Dr. Manley serves on the Stony Brook Cancer Community Advisory Council, PCORI advisory panels focused on healthcare delivery and comparative clinical effectiveness, and has co-authored a perspective work with the American Cancer Society's National Lung Cancer Roundtable on compassion and stigma in lung cancer care. His lived experience, research background, outreach, and policy engagement inform a pragmatic approach to closing gaps in screening, biomarker testing, trial access, and survivorship. Connect with Dr. Eugene: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugenemanleyjrphd https://www.linkedin.com/company/stemmcheq https://www.facebook.com/stemmcheq https://www.instagram.com/stemmcheq https://www.instagram.com/manleyeugene Sponsored Resource Join the Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Newsletter for weekly tips and inspiration for leading your nonprofit! Access it here >> Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

    32 min
  2. 382: Struggling to Find Great Board Members? with Sarah Olivieri

    DEC 16

    382: Struggling to Find Great Board Members? with Sarah Olivieri

    Struggling to find great board members—and feeling stuck with the same advice that isn't working? Today's conversation is all about why board recruitment feels so hard (hint: it's not you) and what actually makes board service appealing to the right people. We'll reset what "skilled" really means, talk about the expectations that quietly scare good candidates away, and walk through practical ways to attract thoughtful, committed board members who can provide strong oversight without creating more work or drama. Episode Highlights 01:16 Struggling to Find Great Board Members? 02:03 Common Misconceptions About Board Members 03:50 Qualities of a Great Board Member 05:15 Making the Board Role More Attractive 06:49 Finding Potential Board Members 09:53 Effective Outreach Strategies 11:17 Building a Collaborative Board Culture Resource The Board Clarity Club A monthly membership for boards that provides training and live expert support to help your board have total clarity on how to be the best board possible. Learn More >> About Your Host Have you seen Casino Royale? That moment when Vespa slides in elegantly, opposite James, all charming smile, razor-sharp wit and mighty brainpower, and says, "I'm the money"? Well, your host, Sarah Olivieri has been likened to Vespa by one of her clients – not just because she's charming, beautiful and brainy– but because that bold statement "I'm the money" was, as it turned out, right ON the money. Sarah helps nonprofits transform their organizations from failing to thriving. And she's very, very good at it. She's brought nonprofits back from the brink of insolvency. She's averted major cash-flow crises, solved funding droughts, board conflicts and everything in between… and so she has literally become "the money" for many of the organizations she works with. As the former director of 3 nonprofits and founder of 5 for-profit businesses, she understands, deeply, the challenges and complexities facing organizations and she's created a framework, called The Impact Method®️, which can help you simplify operations, build aligned teams and make a bigger impact without getting overwhelmed or burning out – and Every. Single. One. Of her clients that have implemented her methodologies have achieved the most incredible results. Sarah is also a #1 international bestselling author, holds a BA from the University of Chicago with a focus on globalization and its effect on marginalized cultures, and a master's degree in Humanistic and Multicultural Education from SUNY New Paltz. Access additional training at www.pivotground.com/funding-secrets or apply for the THRiVE Program for personalized support at www.pivotground.com/application Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

    13 min
  3. 381: How to Fix Decision-Making Confusion with Sarah Olivieri

    DEC 11

    381: How to Fix Decision-Making Confusion with Sarah Olivieri

    Ever feel like decisions in your nonprofit take forever… or worse, no one knows who's actually supposed to make them? In this episode, I break down why unclear decision-making slows your organization to a crawl, how to fix confusion between staff and the board, and the simple tools that help teams move faster without chaos. If delays are costing you time, money, and client well-being, this one will bring some welcome clarity. Episode Highlights 00:00 Introduction and Funny Story 01:51 Today's Topic: Decision Making in Organizations 04:43 Clarifying Board Decision Making 07:53 Guiding Principles for Decision Making 11:23 Functions and Outcomes in Nonprofits 13:16 Heads and Hands Roles in Teams 16:30 Conclusion and Further Resources Resource The Board Clarity Club A monthly membership for boards that provides training and live expert support to help your board have total clarity on how to be the best board possible. Learn More >> About Your Host Have you seen Casino Royale? That moment when Vespa slides in elegantly, opposite James, all charming smile, razor-sharp wit and mighty brainpower, and says, "I'm the money"? Well, your host, Sarah Olivieri has been likened to Vespa by one of her clients – not just because she's charming, beautiful and brainy– but because that bold statement "I'm the money" was, as it turned out, right ON the money. Sarah helps nonprofits transform their organizations from failing to thriving. And she's very, very good at it. She's brought nonprofits back from the brink of insolvency. She's averted major cash-flow crises, solved funding droughts, board conflicts and everything in between… and so she has literally become "the money" for many of the organizations she works with. As the former director of 3 nonprofits and founder of 5 for-profit businesses, she understands, deeply, the challenges and complexities facing organizations and she's created a framework, called The Impact Method®️, which can help you simplify operations, build aligned teams and make a bigger impact without getting overwhelmed or burning out – and Every. Single. One. Of her clients that have implemented her methodologies have achieved the most incredible results. Sarah is also a #1 international bestselling author, holds a BA from the University of Chicago with a focus on globalization and its effect on marginalized cultures, and a master's degree in Humanistic and Multicultural Education from SUNY New Paltz. Access additional training at www.pivotground.com/funding-secrets or apply for the THRiVE Program for personalized support at www.pivotground.com/application Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

    17 min
  4. 380: Too Many Projects, Not Enough Progress? with Sarah Olivieri

    DEC 9

    380: Too Many Projects, Not Enough Progress? with Sarah Olivieri

    If you've ever found yourself juggling way too many projects and somehow making less progress than ever, you're in the right place. In this training, I break down why overcommitment slows you down, how context switching quietly steals your entire workday, and the simple system I use to help nonprofit leaders reclaim time, reduce overwhelm, and actually finish what they start. Grab your coffee, breathe for a second, and let's untangle this mess together. Episode Highlights 02:17 The Problem with Overcommitting 03:11 Understanding Context Switching 05:01 The Impact of Anxiety on Productivity 06:48 The Impact Method: A Solution to Overcommitting 07:49 Implementing the Impact Method Resource The Board Clarity Club A monthly membership for boards that provides training and live expert support to help your board have total clarity on how to be the best board possible. Learn More >> About Your Host Have you seen Casino Royale? That moment when Vespa slides in elegantly, opposite James, all charming smile, razor-sharp wit and mighty brainpower, and says, "I'm the money"?   Well, your host, Sarah Olivieri has been likened to Vespa by one of her clients – not just because she's charming, beautiful and brainy– but because that bold statement "I'm the money" was, as it turned out, right ON the money.   Sarah helps nonprofits transform their organizations from failing to thriving. And she's very, very good at it.   She's brought nonprofits back from the brink of insolvency. She's averted major cash-flow crises, solved funding droughts, board conflicts and everything in between… and so she has literally become "the money" for many of the organizations she works with.   As the former director of 3 nonprofits and founder of 5 for-profit businesses, she understands, deeply, the challenges and complexities facing organizations and she's created a framework, called The Impact Method®️, which can help you simplify operations, build aligned teams and make a bigger impact without getting overwhelmed or burning out – and Every. Single. One. Of her clients that have implemented her methodologies have achieved the most incredible results.   Sarah is also a #1 international bestselling author, holds a BA from the University of Chicago with a focus on globalization and its effect on marginalized cultures, and a master's degree in Humanistic and Multicultural Education from SUNY New Paltz. Access additional training at www.pivotground.com/funding-secrets or apply for the THRiVE Program for personalized support at www.pivotground.com/application Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated!   Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

    13 min
  5. 379: Inspired Work, Stronger Impact with Lieve Hendren

    DEC 4

    379: Inspired Work, Stronger Impact with Lieve Hendren

    If major donor work keeps slipping to the bottom of your to-do list, you're not alone. In this episode, we dig into why getting started feels so darn hard, what's really behind the procrastination, and how to take simple, doable steps that actually build momentum. My guest, Lieve Hendren, brings years of experience helping nonprofits build mission-aligned donor relationships, and together we unpack how to move from "I know I should" to "I'm actually doing this… and it feels good." Episode Highlights 00:00 Introduction: The Best Time to Act is Now 00:09 The Importance of Diversifying Funding 00:16 Challenges in Implementing Strategies 00:21 Executive Directors' Dilemma 00:29 The Importance of Regular Strategy Conversations Meet the Guest My guest for this episode is Lieve. Lieve (lee-va) Hendren is an Executive Coach helping nonprofit leaders build mission-aligned relationships and launch or revitalize major donor programs. She's interviewed 420+ philanthropists and specializes in campaigns ranging from $8M to $400M. Author of The Joyful Flow Formula, Lieve shares a 3-step method to replace burnout with inspired productivity. She's worked with organizations like AdventHealth Foundation, Chicago Public Schools, Coca-Cola, and Save the Sound, and was part of the founding team at Predata, later acquired by FiscalNote. Lieve holds a degree from Princeton, is a certified coach, and is pursuing a master's in neuroscience of mental health at King's College London. Connect with Lieve: Website: https://lievehendren.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lievehendren/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lhendren Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lieve.hendren Book Page: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTD8CBD4 Sponsored Resource Join the Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Newsletter for weekly tips and inspiration for leading your nonprofit! Access it here >> Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated!   Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

    42 min
  6. 378: Pros and Cons of OKRs with Sarah Olivieri

    DEC 2

    378: Pros and Cons of OKRs with Sarah Olivieri

    If you've ever felt confused about OKRs—or wondered why they seem helpful in theory but clunky in practice—this episode is for you. I break down what OKRs were supposed to do, why the language trips people up, and a clearer way to plan your goals by separating what you can control from what you can't. You'll walk away with a simple, practical framework for setting outcomes, actions, and metrics that actually move your mission forward. Episode Highlights 01:16 Introduction to OKRs 01:44 Understanding OKRs 04:35 Critique of OKRs 06:04 Improving OKRs Resource The Board Clarity Club A monthly membership for boards that provides training and live expert support to help your board have total clarity on how to be the best board possible. Learn More >> About Your Host Have you seen Casino Royale? That moment when Vespa slides in elegantly, opposite James, all charming smile, razor-sharp wit and mighty brainpower, and says, "I'm the money"? Well, your host, Sarah Olivieri has been likened to Vespa by one of her clients – not just because she's charming, beautiful and brainy– but because that bold statement "I'm the money" was, as it turned out, right ON the money. Sarah helps nonprofits transform their organizations from failing to thriving. And she's very, very good at it. She's brought nonprofits back from the brink of insolvency. She's averted major cash-flow crises, solved funding droughts, board conflicts and everything in between… and so she has literally become "the money" for many of the organizations she works with. As the former director of 3 nonprofits and founder of 5 for-profit businesses, she understands, deeply, the challenges and complexities facing organizations and she's created a framework, called The Impact Method®️, which can help you simplify operations, build aligned teams and make a bigger impact without getting overwhelmed or burning out – and Every. Single. One. Of her clients that have implemented her methodologies have achieved the most incredible results. Sarah is also a #1 international bestselling author, holds a BA from the University of Chicago with a focus on globalization and its effect on marginalized cultures, and a master's degree in Humanistic and Multicultural Education from SUNY New Paltz. Access additional training at www.pivotground.com/funding-secrets or apply for the THRiVE Program for personalized support at www.pivotground.com/application Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

    11 min
  7. 377: The Adaptive Advantage with Lisa L. Levy

    NOV 27

    377: The Adaptive Advantage with Lisa L. Levy

    Ever wish your team would stop handing every decision back to you? In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Levy to talk about building self-reliant teams, simplifying processes, and unlocking the hidden potential inside your organization. Lisa breaks down how to reduce chaos, boost confidence, and tap into the full brainpower of your staff—without adding more meetings or more stress. If you've ever dreamed of a team that can actually run things without you hovering, this is the episode to hit play on. Episode Highlights 02:01 Networking and leadership challenges 03:05 Lean Six Sigma and the Adaptive Transformation Framework 09:47 Building self-reliant teams 16:01 The Innovation Engine concept 19:43 Spotting and developing emerging leaders 24:11 Process improvement wins and fixes My guest for this episode is Lisa L. Levy. Lisa L. Levy is a dynamic business strategist, best-selling author, and founder of Lcubed Consulting, where for over 16 years she has helped visionary founders and leadership teams scale with confidence and agility. As a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and Project Management Professional, Lisa's work focuses on aligning people, processes, and technology to eliminate chaos and drive sustainable impact.   Her proprietary Adaptive Transformation™ Framework has helped thousands of organizations boost productivity and foster self-reliant teams. A #1 best-selling author of Future Proofing Cubed, Lisa is also the host of the "Disrupt and Innovate" podcast and has been recognized as one of the Best Women Leaders of 2021. She brings over two decades of expertise across sectors—including nonprofits—to help mission-driven organizations thrive in an ever-changing world. Connect with Lisa: Website: https://lisallevy.com/ Consulting: https://lcubedconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisallevy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lcubedconsulting Sponsored Resource Join the Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Newsletter for weekly tips and inspiration for leading your nonprofit! Access it here >> Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

    36 min
  8. 376: What Are You "Hiring" Your Budget to Do? with Sarah Olivieri

    NOV 25

    376: What Are You "Hiring" Your Budget to Do? with Sarah Olivieri

    Budgets shouldn't feel like punishment math. In this episode, I break down how to use the Jobs to Be Done framework to make your budget actually useful. You'll learn why budgets should change as you learn, how to stop obsessing over budget-vs-actuals, and how to build a financial tool that shows what really matters: what things cost, what results you're getting, and where to invest for the biggest impact. Episode Highlights 01:46 Understanding the Jobs to Be Done Framework 02:44 Evaluating Budget Effectiveness 07:21 Re-envisioning Financial Tools 12:00 Practical Budgeting Tips Resource The Board Clarity Club A monthly membership for boards that provides training and live expert support to help your board have total clarity on how to be the best board possible. Learn More >> About Your Host Have you seen Casino Royale? That moment when Vespa slides in elegantly, opposite James, all charming smile, razor-sharp wit and mighty brainpower, and says, "I'm the money"? Well, your host, Sarah Olivieri has been likened to Vespa by one of her clients – not just because she's charming, beautiful and brainy– but because that bold statement "I'm the money" was, as it turned out, right ON the money. Sarah helps nonprofits transform their organizations from failing to thriving. And she's very, very good at it. She's brought nonprofits back from the brink of insolvency. She's averted major cash-flow crises, solved funding droughts, board conflicts and everything in between… and so she has literally become "the money" for many of the organizations she works with. As the former director of 3 nonprofits and founder of 5 for-profit businesses, she understands, deeply, the challenges and complexities facing organizations and she's created a framework, called The Impact Method®️, which can help you simplify operations, build aligned teams and make a bigger impact without getting overwhelmed or burning out – and Every. Single. One. Of her clients that have implemented her methodologies have achieved the most incredible results. Sarah is also a #1 international bestselling author, holds a BA from the University of Chicago with a focus on globalization and its effect on marginalized cultures, and a master's degree in Humanistic and Multicultural Education from SUNY New Paltz. Access additional training at www.pivotground.com/funding-secrets or apply for the THRiVE Program for personalized support at www.pivotground.com/application Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

    17 min
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This podcast is a place for nonprofit leaders to gain insights, tips, inspiration, and encouragement to unleash their potential.

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  • Creator
    Sarah Olivieri
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    383
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    © Copyright 2025 Olivieri's Inc.
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