Relish Your Role

Nancy Fournier Ph.D.
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Relish Your Role

Relish Your Role is hosted by Nancy Fournier Ph.D., Relationship Strategist for Women Nonprofit EDs. This show offers practical guidance and support to women leaders of nonprofit organizations who want to strengthen their many work relationships and regain control over their time. Episodes will cover how to delegate with confidence, inspire your board, develop healthy work habits, and other topics to help you have time to re-energize your creative process and run your agency with authentic power. The show will also provide actionable tips in response to the unique challenges confronting women EDs. Nancy has over 30 years of experience in nonprofit management, board training and executive coaching.

  1. 29. Getting Buy-In For Your Vision

    02/27/2024

    29. Getting Buy-In For Your Vision

    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.

    8 min
  2. Episode 28. Should Staff Attend Board Meetings?

    02/20/2024

    Episode 28. Should Staff Attend Board Meetings?

    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 work you do! Thanks for listening.

    10 min
  3. 27. Executive Time Management; Audit How You Spend Your Time

    02/13/2024

    27. Executive Time Management; Audit How You Spend Your Time

    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 greater control of your schedule making you more effective as a leader. Find more practicable tips on my website Relish Your Role. com. I have so much respect for the work you do! Thanks for listening.

    9 min
  4. Episode 26. Helping Your Board Member Find Their Niche

    01/16/2024

    Episode 26. Helping Your Board Member Find Their Niche

    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.

    8 min
  5. 24. Terminating an Employee with Grace

    01/09/2024

    24. Terminating an Employee with Grace

    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.

    11 min

  6. 01/02/2024

    Episode 23. Making the Case For an Executive Director Evaluation

    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 so much respect for the work you do! Thanks for listening.

    8 min
  7. 22. Six Steps for Providing Meaningful Staff Performance Reviews

    12/12/2023

    22. Six Steps for Providing Meaningful Staff Performance Reviews

    It is the end of the year and you are probably deep in completing performance reviews for all your staff.   This episode explores six steps that can make performance reviews a meaningful exercise for you and your staff. Given that reviews are often tied to staff raises or bonuses, doesn't it make sense to have a strong, objective, and thoughtful performance review? When done correctly the process and written document can strengthen your staff's commitment to your agency and convey your investment in their professional growth. Listen to learn more. Find more practicable tips on my website Relish Your Role. com. I have so much respect for the work you do! Thanks for listening.

    10 min
  8. Episode 21. The Authentic Leadership Challenge for Women in the Nonprofit World

    12/05/2023

    Episode 21. The Authentic Leadership Challenge for Women in the Nonprofit World

    This episode explores the challenges women leaders in the nonprofit face having to balance societal expectations of their behavior with the premium placed on authentic leadership. When our authentic selves as women leaders are constantly judged as being either too nice or too assertive for effective leadership we are caught in a no win situation. Changing this dynamic can only occur when women are supported in all their complexity and understandings of authenticity is expanded. Find more practicable tips on my website Relish Your Role. com. I have so much respect for the work you do! Thanks for listening.

    7 min
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Relish Your Role is hosted by Nancy Fournier Ph.D., Relationship Strategist for Women Nonprofit EDs. This show offers practical guidance and support to women leaders of nonprofit organizations who want to strengthen their many work relationships and regain control over their time. Episodes will cover how to delegate with confidence, inspire your board, develop healthy work habits, and other topics to help you have time to re-energize your creative process and run your agency with authentic power. The show will also provide actionable tips in response to the unique challenges confronting women EDs. Nancy has over 30 years of experience in nonprofit management, board training and executive coaching.

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  • Creator
    Nancy Fournier Ph.D.
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Relish Your Role
  • Show Website
    Relish Your Role

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