Relish Your Role Nancy Fournier Ph.D.

As a nonprofit Executive Director, you have a vision for your agency and the impact it can make.  This episode explores the importance of communicating your vision to all your stakeholders, incorporating their perspectives and concerns to engage others with what you hope to achieve in a deep and meaningful way.Find more practicable tips on my website Relish Your Role. com. I have so much respect for the work you do! Thanks for listening.

Managing staff and Board relationships is an ongoing concern for a nonprofit Executive Director. There is no one right answer is how staff and Board relationships should be managed- but there are consequences for each decision. This episode looks at different ways staff can be included in Board meetings and offers guidance to help you set the boundaries between your bosses and your staff.Find more practicable tips on my website Relish Your Role. com. I have so much respect for the...

There are many demands on your time as a nonprofit Executive Director.The way you spend your time in leading your agency sends a powerful message to the rest of the organization.If you are unaware of how you spend your time it is impossible to become more effective in your role and practice self-care.This episode outlines the ten major areas where nonprofit Executive Directors spend their time.By increasing your self-awareness of how you allocate your work time you can begin to exercise great...

As a nonprofit Executive Director, you want to get the most out of your Board.Today’s episode explores strengthening your Board involvement- by matching their skills and interests with your agency’s needs.I discuss how to get to know your Board members in a way that is not transactional and can bring assets to your organziation.Find more practicable tips on my website Relish Your Role. com. I have so much respect for the work you do! Thanks for listening.

It is never easy to fire someone. We tend to ignore employee problems until things reach the tipping point. This episode takes the fear out of the termination process by outlining the process of responding to employee problems, documenting your interventions, and preparing for and holding the termination meeting.Find more practicable tips on my website Relish Your Role. com. I have so much respect for the work you do! Thanks for listening.

You know the importance of annual performance evaluations. They celebrate successes, identify areas for support, and provide a roadmap for professional growth. Sadly most nonprofit Executive Directors rarely receive a thorough and objective performance evaluation. This episode provides you with talking points to convince your Board to set aside the time and resources to conduct the evaluation you deserve.Find more practicable tips on my website Relish Your Role. com. I have ...